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The Mirror

The Student News Site of Merrillville High School

The Mirror

The Student News Site of Merrillville High School

The Mirror

Figuring out the best learning method for math

Figuring out the best learning method for math

Alicia Martinez, Managing Editor November 17, 2024

Transitioning from middle school to high school math can be difficult for children. Math has been a difficult subject since elementary school. For most kids nowadays, paper math was primarily used in elementary...

Alicia Martinez and Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya are dressing up like Mavis and Johnny from Hotel Transylvania for Halloween.

Students show creativity with Halloween costumes

Davyona Walton, Staff Writer November 2, 2024

Halloween is right around the corner and some Merrillville High School students are getting their costumes ready for the day. While most people typically purchase their costume online or in stores, we...

A pumpkin roll is the perfect dessert to capture fall flavors.

Fall flavors worth exploring this season

Sabrina Smith, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

The fall season is finally here and there are many new smells in our culinary kitchens. Our culinary teachers have shared great ideas of nice meals and treats for this season. “Anything with pumpkin...

Yes-Interact club gives back to the community

Yes-Interact club gives back to the community

Ameya Calvillo, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

On Friday after school, nine MHS students and two guidance counselors spent three hours at the local food bank, packing boxes, tearing them down, and helping load groceries into cars.  The students...

Friday Flyover event showcases Merrillville's Pirate Pride

Friday Flyover event showcases Merrillville’s Pirate Pride

Staff Report October 22, 2024

While most people were still fast asleep Friday morning, MHS administrators, along with members of the marching band, color guard, dance team and cheer squad were busy preparing for some special guests.  Merrillville...

Homecoming halftime honors seniors

Homecoming halftime honors seniors

Jordyn Harris, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

Merrillville High School’s annual homecoming festivities culminated in the crowning of the Homecoming Queen and Mr. Football during a spirited halftime ceremony. Senior Pascha Campbell was crowned...

This year's band program features music from Marvel movies.

Band marches to third straight gold

Jalen Thomas, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

The marching band is fresh off of winning gold once again this year at the ISMAA competition in Crown Point, achieving 4 other awards to go along with the shiny medal. This marks the third consecutive...

Junior's business blossoms with creativity

Junior’s business blossoms with creativity

Alicia Martinez, Managing Editor October 7, 2024

A single act of kindness turned into a profitable business for Junior Angelica Gutierrez. When Gutierrez’s friend, D’ymond Lewis, had her birthday coming around, she had told Gutierrez that she never...

Release of Playstation 5 Pro underwhelms

Jaylen Thomas, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Since the beginning of this summer, people have been awaiting the Playstation 5 Pro edition to be revealed. In September of 2024, it was finally revealed! Unfortunately, the response was extremely critical,...

Homecoming spirit is filling the air

Homecoming spirit is filling the air

Sabrina Smith, Staff Writer September 27, 2024

Homecoming spirit is in the air as big events are approaching.  There are a lot of exciting new things planned for the week. Next week  students will be performing for ABC 7 News, we have a pep rally...

Junior Brianna Koves leads students in prayer ta the annual See You at the Pole event.

Students come together in prayer before school

Brandon Edmondson, Managing Editor September 26, 2024

Gathered around our flagpole with numerous other students, unified, heads bowed and huddled together, is how Junior Brianna Koves decided to spend her morning. This morning marked Sep. 25, the day of...

This year's band program features music from Marvel movies.

Marching band dreams of third gold medal

Jalen Thomas, Staff Writer September 18, 2024

Standing on top of a platform in front of hundreds of fans, Senior Joel Joseph takes in the atmosphere, and it feels great! “As soon as nighttime hits, the sun's gone, the moon's out, and the night...

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