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The Monarch

The Student News Site of Archbishop Mitty High School

The Monarch

The Student News Site of Archbishop Mitty High School

The Monarch

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Hot Take: Let Go of the Handshake

Handshakes are a typical, quintessential greeting. Most people do not question they, and even more do not realize that they are a poorly-designed gesture fraught with sanitary concerns and social complications. 
Jonathan Chen, Staff Writer February 27, 2024
Any greeting that is slightly formal often requires a handshake, but why? There is no reason to hold on to an uncomfortable and insanitary tradition.
Comfort and Confidence: The Case for Sweatpants

Comfort and Confidence: The Case for Sweatpants

Perhaps it's time for schools to reconsider their bans on sweatpants.
David Liu, Staff Writer November 26, 2023
The ban on sweatpants is one of the most contested parts of high school dress codes. While schools preach about professionalism, perhaps we should start considering why comfort matters.
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Taylor Swift Is All Too Overrated 

It’s time to realize that sometimes, even the world-famous Taylor Swift can, in fact, be overrated.
Opinions Staff Writers October 18, 2023
Taylor Swift needs no introduction—top selling albums, golden Grammys galore, and millions upon millions of die-hard fans. It’s undeniable Swift has an amazing voice, but how much of her fame can really be attributed to that? 
Leave Charizard In The Past!

Leave Charizard In The Past!

Pokemon character Charizard has been a fan favorite for over 25 years. But while it does still remain popular, its lack of uniqueness makes it unworthy of all the fan service GameFreak is giving it.
Ryan Ngai February 22, 2022
Although many have sentimental feelings attached to Charizard, it is time for GameFreak to hop onto a new, more interesting bandwagon.
Hot Take: Pineapple on Pizza is NOT It

Hot Take: Pineapple on Pizza is NOT It

Pineapple does not belong on pizza and diminishes one's eating experience.
Chidubem Nwosu, Staff Writer October 18, 2021
Pineapple does not belong on pizza and diminishes one's eating experience.
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Hot Take: Cereal After Milk

Pouring cereal in after milk significantly enhances one’s breakfast experience.
Chidubem Nwosu, Staff Writer November 11, 2020
Pouring cereal in after milk significantly enhances one’s breakfast experience.
Hot Take: Lawns are Fiscally and Symbolically Harmful

Hot Take: Lawns are Fiscally and Symbolically Harmful

Grass lawns' negative fiscal and symbolic consequences far outweigh their perceived benefits.
Priyanka Joshi, Staff Writer October 6, 2020
Grass lawns' negative fiscal and symbolic consequences far outweigh their perceived benefits.
Hot Take: The Decade Hasnt Ended

Hot Take: The Decade Hasn’t Ended

Many consider 2020 the start of a new decade, but historically, this isn't true.
Maria Korolik, Staff Writer October 4, 2020
Many consider 2020 the start of a new decade, but historically, this isn't true.
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