The Talon

December 9, 2020

On this year's ballot was the Prop 207 law that will legalize marijuana and allows adults 21 years or older to possess one ounce...

Covid-19 precautions create difficulties for specific classes

Macy Sanchez, News Editor, Features Editor

October 29, 2020

As a way to protect ourselves and the people near us from Covid-19, whenever out in public, not doing vigorous activity, people are required to wear masks. These masks have been coupled with increased sanitation, cleanliness, and social distancing. OHS is no stranger to these new behaviors and precautions. All across campus, students...

The outcome of Breonna Taylor’s death

Heaven Parson, Staff Writer

October 20, 2020

On March 13, officers attempted to conduct a no-knock search warrant at the home of Breonna Taylor after suspecting her of receiving...

The Differences in Online Learning Between Grade Levels

Maisie Jesse, Staff Writer

October 6, 2020

One of the biggest changes since COVID-19 hit the US is the transition to online school. From the schedule, the classes, and the amount of work, there are many differences between each school and grade level. OHS adopted the block schedule for online learning, which consists of three classes a day, for two hours each. Many students...

COVID-19 and Teachers

Daniel Longenecker, Staff Writer

October 2, 2020

The world is shifting in a new direction as the pandemic persists into the end of 2020. COVID-19 has impacted everyone in one way or...

Views on Online Learning

Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writter

September 30, 2020

Due to the current world pandemic nothing has been normal. Nobody can go anywhere or participate in their usual extracurricular activities. Here, in Arizona, cases have been rising rapidly making it near impossible to move forward. In addition to not being able to participate in extracurricular activities, in person school has...

A&E

Julie and the Phantoms, tell your friends

January 19, 2021

On Sept 10, Netflix released “Julie and the Phantoms”, an American version of the popular Brazilian musical comedy-drama series...

“Alien Worlds” tries something different

January 3, 2021

Ever since the first exoplanet was discovered in 1992, around 4000 have been documented across the visible universe. Scientists today...

Netflix reaches new heights with Over the Moon

December 11, 2020

In collaboration with China’s Pearl Studio and Sony Pictures, Netflix’s shiny new animated musical presents a vibrant and bittersweet...

Cold War fails to live up to the hype

December 9, 2020

Another year and another Call Of Duty. “Call Of Duty Black Ops Cold War” is the newest installment in the series. It set up very...

“Spider-Man: Miles Morales” struggles with identity

December 9, 2020

Insomniac’s latest game, “Spider-Man: Miles Morales”, for Playstation 4 and Playstation 5, had to fill big shoes after the massive...

Little Mix’s “Confetti” establishes their independence

December 9, 2020

Little Mix returns to the spotlight after releasing their sixth album titled “Confetti”, where nineties influences meet modern...

Features

Fall Sports Make History

Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff writer

December 11, 2020

As a result of COVID-19, many extracurricular activities have been postponed and/or cancelled. OHS sports were fortunate enough to...

McLain steps up to help maximize the student body’s potential

Kaden Ryback, Features Editor/ Editorial Chief

June 2, 2020

OHS is growing fast, and as the student body continues to grow, it requires more guidance. This new school year calls for staff members...

Creating and Learning with 3D Printers

Kaden Ryback, Features Editor/Opinions/Editorial Chief

March 13, 2020

The Computer Lab (room 419) has a new device that promises students the ability to produce spectacular creations. Using funds from...

ESports club starts long-awaited matches

Chase Wyatt, Staff Writer

March 13, 2020

After over a year of waiting for approval from administration, the ESports club is finally allowed to play matches against other schools...

Cheer and pom get peppy with success

Hannah Lorenzo, Copy Chief

March 13, 2020

The cheer and pom teams of OHS are always a source of high school spirit. From exciting routines filled with difficult moves to shouting...

TSW classes construct solid futures for OHS seniors

Macy Sanchez, News Editor

January 22, 2020

As students hit their junior and senior years, the reality of going to college and finding a career begins to set in. College, or finding a career, is no longer an idea off in the distance, but is a rather daunting affair. For some students, this big step into the world of adulting comes easy, but for others, it is a rather challenging...

Sports

Fall Sports Make History

Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff writer

December 11, 2020

As a result of COVID-19, many extracurricular activities have been postponed and/or cancelled. OHS sports were fortunate enough to...

Opening Weekend for NFL Football

Maisie Jesse, Staff Writer

October 29, 2020

NFL Football finally came back this weekend after a six-month intermission due to COVID-19, and it was full of nothing but surprises. From the Rams beating the Cowboys in their new stadium, to the amount of players who took a stand against systemic racism, fans were witnessing history. The reigning Super Bowl champion team,...