And the band comes marching in
The Patriot Marching Band entered its first competition of the school year, the Falcon Sound Invitational, Oct. 11, at Charles W. Flanagan High School. Keep Reading
Heritage alumnus highlights MLB playoffs
Heritage alumnus Eric Hosmer and the Kansas City Royals are making their mark on the 2014 Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs. The Royals have not been in the playoffs since 1985 and have now won four straight playoff games, three of them in extra innings, and are just four wins away from the World Series. Hosmer, who graduated from Heritage in 2008, plays first base for the Royals and has had a significant role in the Royals’ success in the… Keep Reading
Senior Kevin Schatz appears on the Today Show
Senior Kevin Schatz appeared on the Today Show Sept. 25 to raise awareness for pediatric cancer as well as Go4theGoal’s National Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day. Just before winter break of the 2012-2013 school year, Schatz was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer made up of cells that normally develop into skeletal muscles according to the American Cancer Society. From Jan. to July, Schatz underwent multiple surgeries and weekly chemo treatments, all while maintaining his schoolwork. “It was a… Keep Reading
Obey the rules of the road: Take the pledge
Driving: a privilege associated with freedom, independence, and countless responsibilities. To raise awareness of the powerful, life-changing consequences associated with reckless driving, several programs are working to teach new drivers that obeying the rules of the road is not an option, but a personal obligation. These companies and organizations, including the Teen Safe Driver Program offered by American Family Insurance, the Safe Teen Driver Club and the “It Can Wait” campaign by AT&T have focused their efforts on spreading the… Keep Reading
NFL start in review
Injuries, crimes and upsets have been the headlines in the National Football League (NFL) throughout the season so far. It has been a wild two weeks and although there are still 15 weeks remaining in the season, fans are already on the edge of their seats, waiting to see what will happen next in this unique NFL season. Many big name players across the league have already suffered noticeable injuries. A.J Green, the star wide receiver of the Cincinnati Bengals,… Keep Reading