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Mr. Taylor receives his award from the Harbor Freight Tools representative.
Mr. Taylor recognized with national award for teaching excellence
October 9, 2025
Important mission drives S.A.V.E. club
September 23, 2025
Mr. Haynes honored with guest speaker role
May 30, 2025
Trump making moves from Day 1
Trump making moves from Day 1
February 10, 2025
Stay safe as flu season approaches
October 22, 2024
U.S. ICE: Protectors or Oppressors?
October 28, 2025
Elimination of DEI programs ultimately harms students
May 11, 2025
Don’t forget the human lives behind the immigration headlines
May 4, 2025
Proposed laws would put Florida teens at risk
April 27, 2025
How do we make America great?
March 21, 2025
Cameron Sanders (left) and JQ Johnson (right) make things happen on the field for the Pirates.
Due makes a powerful threat for Pirates offense
October 30, 2025
Amity Lauzon, right, and Meagan Thomas lead the pack in a recent Cross Country meet at MHS. Lauzon is the new Sectional Cross Country champion.
Junior runner soars to front of the pack
October 23, 2025
Demarco Easter, shown with Pole Vault Coach Gary Lindsey and fellow state champ Jaylen Ramsey, admires the ring he received for winning the State Championship.
Demarco Easter rising above the bar
October 21, 2025
Max Bushnell at the 2025 World Championships
Junior kicks his way to success with karate
October 17, 2025
Quarterback Michael Hill runs with the ball during the victory over Andrean in Week 1.
New starting QB making his mark this season
September 10, 2025
Jaleeya Reyes displays her favorite energy drink.
Students enjoy jolt from energy drinks despite side effects
October 9, 2025
Members of the Dance Team pose for a photo at the end of the UDA competition.
Dancers show off their moves at summer camp
October 2, 2025
Members of the Thespian Troupe practice with Ms. Mia Godfrey for their performance of a series of staged readings on gun violence.
Thespian Troupe uses the performing arts to address gun violence
October 1, 2025
Behind the scenes with the Homecoming Court
Behind the scenes with the Homecoming Court
September 18, 2025
Senior Brandon Edmondson, also a member of the school's mock trial team, explored a different world at Tuskegee University during the past two summers.
Senior experiences new world with Tuskegee University summer program
September 11, 2025
Sophomore Jahlia Palega and Senior Jamya Crockett star as Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes in the Fall Play Miss Holmes.
Fall play puts twist on famous detective duo
October 30, 2025
The shower scene in Psycho ushered in a new era of horror films.
A new sense of dread emerges from today’s horror films
October 28, 2025
Sucker Punch sequel brings back magic of original
Sucker Punch sequel brings back magic of original
October 7, 2025
Hornet is the new lead character of the Hollow Knight sequel Silksong.
Seven-year wait produces superb Hollow Knight sequel
September 17, 2025
Grande adds depth with added tracks
Grande adds depth with added tracks
May 21, 2025
Sample Podcast Episode
September 10, 2024
The Student News Site of Merrillville High School

The Mirror
The Student News Site of Merrillville High School

The Mirror

Eleanor Lotkowski

Hello! I am Eleanor Lotkowski and I am a Sophomore this year. This is my first year taking Newspaper class. I love photography, baking, and music. I hope you enjoy my stories!
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Amity Lauzon, right, and Meagan Thomas lead the pack in a recent Cross Country meet at MHS. Lauzon is the new Sectional Cross Country champion.

[Photo] Junior runner soars to front of the pack

Isaiah Harvey, Staff Writer
October 23, 2025
Senior walk-around brings nostalgia to upcoming graduates

Senior walk-around brings nostalgia to upcoming graduates

Eleanor Lotkowski, Staff Writer
May 23, 2025
Matthew Maldonado and Joy Cantu have known each other since they were young children.

High school relationships bring out the best in these couples

Eleanor Lotkowski, Staff Writer
May 11, 2025
Coach Kessler

Work never stops for football players

Eleanor Lotkowski, Staff Writer
March 27, 2025
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[Photo] Pellot caps undefeated season with state title

Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya, Staff Writer
February 26, 2025
Senior Joy Cantu is ranked No. 1 in the state at 106 pounds.

[Photo] Girls wrestling team aims to make history at state

Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya, Staff Writer
January 16, 2025
At 165, Adrian Pellot gets the upperhand on his Portage opponent James Bell last week.

[Photo] Wrestlers work toward repeat visit to state finals

Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya, Staff Writer
December 15, 2024
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