It All Comes Down to This…

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
April 25, 2012  

For the class of 2012, the countdown to the last day of high school is dwindling down to zero.  The days left in the “torture chamber” called high school are almost gone. The past four years have been some of the best times and some of the worst times, but no matter how good or bad those... Read More

What Did You Do for Spring Break?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
April 19, 2012  

For high school students spring break is a time to relax, let loose, and forget about school for a while.  Some students went to the beach or on a cruise, while others were left here in Jackson.  Madison students were asked about their exciting or not so exciting spring break. “I went to... Read More

April Madness??

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
April 5, 2012  

In Ms. Puckett’s senior Government classes, an exciting assignment was given.  The students were assigned a signer of the Constitution of the united States to create a Facebook profile for.  Students were told to give basic information that would be covered on a profile page on Facebook,... Read More

What is Your Favorite Movie?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
March 28, 2012  

With today’s technology, we have the ability to bring movies from the theater into our homes and enjoy them as many times as we want.  We asked Madison students to identify their favorite movie. Princess and the Frog -Kvyn Brooks   Titanic -Crystal Seymour   Lord of the Rings -Jordan Reynolds   Saving... Read More

Writing Contest

Ali Halford
March 23, 2012  

Congratulations to Katie Gordon after winning first place in the Union Universtiy Creative Writing Workshop and Competition Creative Non-Fiction category last Thursday, March 15th. Other Madison winners were Crystal Seymour (Creative Non-Fiction, second place) and Karson Hunt and Abbie Hitchon (Honorable... Read More

And the Award Goes To…

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
March 23, 2012  

On Tuesday March 20, senior Aaliyah Hankins was awarded the A.C.E. award at the Double Tree Hotel by the National Exchange Club. The A.C.E. award is the Accepting the Challenge of Excellence award for seniors that have not always been in the spotlight.  Senior guidance counselor, Lisa Carson... Read More

What Would You Like to See in the Vending Machines?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
March 16, 2012  

In the past few years, the school system has tried to go healthy and taken all the fatty, sweet, good snacks out of the vending machines.  We asked Madison students what they wish they could see in the vending machines. Chocolate -Shelby Colon   Popsicles -Adam Lake   Fresh Sandwiches -Kelsey... Read More

What is your Favorite Game on a Smartphone?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
March 9, 2012  

In today’s society, we are surrounded by technology.  A specific technology that has become a staple for teens today is the smartphone. From iPhones to Droids, smartphones are everywhere.  We asked students at Madison what their favorite game is on a smartphone.   Draw Something -Abby... Read More

Friendship in High School

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
March 1, 2012  

If a person is asked about a favorite memory, most likely a friend is involved.  What is it about being friends with everyone in elementary school that is so appealing to children? Most people meet their very best friends in elementary school.  The friendship may be created subconsciously,... Read More

Senioritis…Not Limited to Seniors

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
February 24, 2012  

We’ve all heard of the “disease” that affects the seniors of every graduating class, but does it really only affect seniors? Students all throughout high school claim to suffer from senioritis.  Most of them are not seniors at all.  Senioritis affects all students.  It is a common... Read More

What are You Looking Forward to about Formal?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
February 17, 2012  

There is always something exciting going on here at Madison.  One of the most anticipated events is the annual Winter Formal.  We asked Madison students what they were looking forward to the most about this exciting event. Dressing up and getting my hair done. -Brooke Bailey   Having... Read More

What do you want for Valentine’s Day?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
February 9, 2012  

  Valentine’s Day is a holiday that usually only those that have a significant other want to get excited about.  Even though the perfect gift isn’t always received, it doesn’t hurt to want.  We asked Madison students what they want for Valentine’s Day. A date -Austin McMinn   Lovin’ -Devin... Read More

What is your ideal match-up for the Super Bowl?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
February 2, 2012  

The Super Bowl comes around once a year.  Our favorite teams are not always in the match-up for the big game.  We asked Madison students who they would like to see face off in the super Bowl. San Francisco 49er’s vs. Baltimore Ravens -Rudd Kroeger   New England Patriots vs. Dallas... Read More

Are Disney Movies Better in 3D?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
January 27, 2012  

Almost everyone has seen at least one classic Disney movie, and everyone has their personal favorite.  The classic Disney movies made millions of dollars upon their release from the 1990s to today.  Instead of creating new movies, in the past year or two, Disney has recreated their most... Read More

Will the World End in 2012?

Ali Halford, Senior Reporter
January 5, 2012  

The theory of the world ending in 2012 is a hot topic of the newly beginning year.  Scientists base this theory on the Mayan calendar and the fact that the 5,126 year calendar runs out this year.  As time goes on other scientists are disproving this theory though.  These new scientists are... Read More