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Step-Up Day rings in a new status for juniors
At Heritage, the transition from junior to senior year manifests itself on the festive Step-Up Day. The class of 2019 came to school ready to establish their newly-acquired status as … Keep Reading
Student researchers win big at ISEF
Out of the many rigorous programs offered at Heritage, science research is unique. Students begin the developing and completing their respective projects well before the rest of the student body … Keep Reading
A new resident flies into the EEC
The EEC is full of different species of animals that enjoy those who visit, including Sheldon the turtle and Tommy the parrot. However, next time you visit the environmental center, … Keep Reading
World Food Festival exposes students to worldwide cuisines
On May 3, students were asked to bring different dishes from their country of choice to the gymateria after school. While some students brought their favorite foods, many brought traditional … Keep Reading
Gun reform assembly welcomes important public figures and MSD survivors
In light of the recent Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) shooting, many students at both MSD and other schools have taken action in trying to make a change. Political club members … Keep Reading
Behind the clear backpacks policy
Following the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Feb. 14, 2018, Heritage has made considerable attempts to increase our safety on campus, including the addition of two police officers. … Keep Reading
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: “Specialize college advising”
In the most recent edition of The Patriot Post, there was an opinion piece titled “Specialize College Advising.” We wanted to address some of the comments in the article. … Keep Reading
Common sense gun reform should not include a gun ban
“What we need is change, what we need is action, and if that means we need to take all the guns for the time being, then so be it,” said … Keep Reading
Senior wisdom: apply to diversity fly-in programs
Some departing wisdom for the rising senior class: apply to diversity fly-in programs. While being admitted to prospective student programs doesn’t necessarily guarantee admission, there is evidence to suggest attending … Keep Reading
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The Stonewall Riots: the origins of pride month
Last summer, I spent my June driving through Nashville as American flags wavered in the Tennessee sun. However, in June of 1969 there was a different flag wavering. … Keep Reading
Environment protection, simplified
In elementary school, everyone learns the three R’s: reduce, reuse and recycle. While during the next month after learning the lesson, the R’s are practiced, their usage becomes less and … Keep Reading
A new resident flies into the EEC
The EEC is full of different species of animals that enjoy those who visit, including Sheldon the turtle and Tommy the parrot. However, next time you visit the environmental center, … Keep Reading
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Patriots named runner-ups at Track and Field State Competition
After two days filled with dashes, relays and broken records, the Patriots’ Track & Field team finished as runner-ups in the FHSAA Class 2A State Championship. Although the team failed … Keep Reading
Track team runs to regionals
While most superstitious people were looking out for black cats and broken mirrors Friday, April 13th, competitors at the FHSAA Class 2A-15 Track and Field Meet were looking out for … Keep Reading
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Selecting a summer read
Reading a book that you enjoy is a pretty easy task. Finding the right book to read can be a little more difficult. Have you ever spent a good hour … Keep Reading
QUIZ: Which spot on campus are you?
From the quad to the football field, everyone has a place that's perfect for them. … Keep Reading
Life Flip or Flop Weekly: Become a Gym Person
I used to go to the gym when I was younger. My time spent in the spookily pristine YMCA was short-lived, seeing as I did not have the ambition to … Keep Reading