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  • Spring Football Kicks Off
    Spring games have arrived Preparing for the 2022-2023 season, the Deerfield Beach High football team is getting started with spring football. Every year, the team practices throughout the spring and summer before the next season. To get the players back to playing games and get their bodies back into shape the team plays a series of mini games to prepare.  On Thursday, May 19th, 2022, the Bucks play a Scarlet vs Gold game, where they split the teams up to scrimmage against each other and test their skills. This game will be played at Westside Park at 6:00 P.M. with no charge to watch. On Thursday, May 26th, 2022, the Bucks will play the Wall of Fame Game against Boyd Anderson High. The game will be held at Butler Stadium at Deerfield Beach High at 7:00 P.M. After going 9-3 in the 2021 season, Deerfield lost many players due to players graduating or transferring. Spring ball is very important, not only to build skills but to develop team chemistry. Other players from all around the country are coming in to help the Bucks maintain the successful football program. “We have many players coming in that will make a big impact on our team,” sophomore defensive end Trevon Chisholm said. “It should be a fun season for us.” The Bucks have a lot to prove after their 27-14 loss to Palmetto High School in the 2021 playoffs. The Bucks are also being led by the new Head Coach Tramain Hall. So with a brand new coaching staff and new faces coming into play, Deerfield has a shot to exceed expectations in the upcoming season. Westside Park is located at 445 SW 2nd ST, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441. Come out and support the Bucks as they get ready for an amazing 2022 season. Written by Hailey Jimenez | Graphic Designed by Nolan Debrocq Published May 18, 2022 | ePathfinder | Sports 
  • Over or Under the Counter
    Staying Safe with Birth Control Birth control is not a necessity but something many women would like to have for their reasons. Due to there being so many different types of birth control, and each type comes with an extensive list of side effects, all birth control for women should remain to be prescribed, only medication. A doctor should hold an examination and prescribe a medicated birth control that is right for each individual and their body to prevent health issues. A multitude of tests need to be run and questions need to be asked before a medical professional can authorize safe and effective birth control. Many forms of birth control for women are a strong and effective form of contraception but can do more harm than protecting in some cases. Every type of birth control for women whether it’s the pill, an IUD implant, or a patch, comes with risks. A medical professional is best suited to look at a woman’s body and prescribe the healthiest way to protect themselves in every aspect. Many women take birth control for other reasons than wanting to practice safe sex. Birth control can help with hormones, period cramps, acne, reduces the risk of ovarian cysts, and regulate a menstrual cycle. Unfortunately, most women tend to buy a not prescribed over-the-counter pill in hopes of it reacting well to their bodies and keeping them safe. This usually happens because of the stigma surrounding a woman, especially a young woman, getting any form of birth control and also due to the cost. A form of prescribed birth control is more expensive than something a woman can get in, a matter of minutes at a local pharmacy, but the cost should not out-weight a person’s safety. All birth controls should ultimately cost the same. The price of birth control should not be on how effective it is. Everyone should get the same opportunity of staying protected and safe without having to pay extra. All women should have the right to the best and most effective birth control medication at the same fair price as one that may not be as effective. Everyone should have the same advantage when getting on birth control. Written by Hailey Jimenez | Graphic Designed by Courtney Gift Published March 23, 2022 | ePathfinder | Perspectives 

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  • A Saint of Romance
    The Origins of Valentine’s Day Valentines Day is widely known for showing a person or people how much they are loved. However, not many people know the origins of this holiday date back to an era that banished love, and the actions of one man helped love strive. Saint Valentine was a priest who would secretly perform marriages for young men and women. Other accounts state the man was a Bishop who hosted secret weddings and martyrdom for couples. Whether he was a Bishop or a priest, he did not stride far from the consequences for committing actions considered illegal during his lifetime.  During his time, Rome was under the rule of Emperor Claudius II. The emperor was a ruler with an unstable army because many men did not want to join the army. An army needed soldiers who would face their enemies face-on, with no hesitation or fear of dying and not returning to their families. Claudius decided to outlaw marriage for young men to avoid further shortages. Disagreeing with the new law prohibiting marriage, Saint Valentine proceeded to perform marriages for young men and women in secret, aware of the consequences of his actions if his secret were discovered. The actions of wanting to wed people who wanted to be joined together in matrimony put the future events into motion. Before long, the emperor discovered Saint Valentine’s secret. As punishment, he was beaten, tortured, and not before long, on February 14th, 269 A.D., he was condemned to death by beheading. Before his death, legend says that he befriended a young girl, a jailer’s daughter, and left her a farewell letter. He wrote her letter, signing it with, “From Your Valentine”. There are many theories and unanswered questions about the life and true story of the priest. Different stories of him have been accounted for, ranging from Saint Valentine being two distinct people to the same person. Whether the priest Saint Valentine was one person or multiple people in history, anyone who has heard of his story depicts him as a figure of romance. He had become one of the most popular saints in France and England and became known as the figure Valentines Day is based on. Love is not a one-day thing. By making one day especially special for others, the act of love is appreciated and acted upon more in modern times than during the outlaw in Rome. Actions such as Emperor Claudius prove that love cannot be controlled. Written by Hailey Jimenez | Graphic Designed by Kiet Le Published February 11, 2022 | ePathfinder | Entertainment 
  • Women’s History Month
    The backstory of influential women Women have made impacting contributions to our country, their people, and other women. The job is never done, for women continue to make changes in the world. From the first of March to the 31st, this month is International Women’s History Month, dedicated to acknowledging women from history. For a thousand years, women have made an impact on human history. A point in history was during the time of slavery in the United States when a woman named Harriet Tubman risked her safety to save others who were enslaved. Harriet Tubman, born Araminta Ross, was born around 1822 in Dorchester County, Maryland. Tubman created safe passageways for runaway slaves, including her family, to escape the terrible and unfair living situations they faced. She was considered a wanted person with a bounty on her head, yet she was never caught and continued with her mission. The number of people she rescued is unsure, but after she passed away, she was awarded military honors for contribution and was included in the U.S Army Military Intelligence Corps Hall of Fame. Many states such as New York, Washington D.C., and Delaware have a Statue on display in museums with her story for others to see. Years later, in the 20th century, World War II happened, which affected everyone in the U.S., and was a time when women took on the jobs they might not have had before. The well-known wife of Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt, was a hardworking woman involved in the women’s rights movement and anti-hate towards the Asian American community. During the 1920s, she earned the position of board member in the New York League of Women Voters, an accomplishment for a woman during the 20th century. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, many Americans had mixed feelings towards the Asian-American community living in the U.S., which eventually led to racial prejudice. Roosevelt did not see them as the responsible ones for the bomb. She continued to fight for women’s rights and was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize by President John F. Kennedy, and even though she did not win, she was well-known for her work. Some women still suffer from inequalities and abuse, but Women’s History Month highlights the obstacles women have overcome. With their stories and names known, future women can continue fighting for righteousness, knowing women were fighting for them. Written by Hailey Jimenez | Graphic Designed by Andrea Landaverde Published March 11, 2022 | ePathfinder | Entertainment 
  • Over or Under the Counter
    Staying Safe with Birth Control Birth control is not a necessity but something many women would like to have for their reasons. Due to there being so many different types of birth control, and each type comes with an extensive list of side effects, all birth control for women should remain to be prescribed, only medication. A doctor should hold an examination and prescribe a medicated birth control that is right for each individual and their body to prevent health issues. A multitude of tests need to be run and questions need to be asked before a medical professional can authorize safe and effective birth control. Many forms of birth control for women are a strong and effective form of contraception but can do more harm than protecting in some cases. Every type of birth control for women whether it’s the pill, an IUD implant, or a patch, comes with risks. A medical professional is best suited to look at a woman’s body and prescribe the healthiest way to protect themselves in every aspect. Many women take birth control for other reasons than wanting to practice safe sex. Birth control can help with hormones, period cramps, acne, reduces the risk of ovarian cysts, and regulate a menstrual cycle. Unfortunately, most women tend to buy a not prescribed over-the-counter pill in hopes of it reacting well to their bodies and keeping them safe. This usually happens because of the stigma surrounding a woman, especially a young woman, getting any form of birth control and also due to the cost. A form of prescribed birth control is more expensive than something a woman can get in, a matter of minutes at a local pharmacy, but the cost should not out-weight a person’s safety. All birth controls should ultimately cost the same. The price of birth control should not be on how effective it is. Everyone should get the same opportunity of staying protected and safe without having to pay extra. All women should have the right to the best and most effective birth control medication at the same fair price as one that may not be as effective. Everyone should have the same advantage when getting on birth control. Written by Hailey Jimenez | Graphic Designed by Courtney Gift Published March 23, 2022 | ePathfinder | Perspectives 

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  • Screens of Death
    Effects of the AT&T power outage AT&T is a widely known wireless service that is used widely across the globe. Hundreds of thousands use AT&T daily, and the service is greatly loved. But in a crazy turn of events, a widespread outage left vast swatches of the globe without electricity for several days. The event highlights the vulnerabilities of interconnected online systems frequently used to share information, resources, and processing capabilities. Examples of interconnected systems are computer, control, and power systems, which heavily rely on power grids and satellite systems. The groundwork for why the AT&T outage negatively impacted businesses.  The power outage had widespread complications for various industries. Technology companies, such as Google and Microsoft, experienced paramount disruptions. Google reported a temporary loss to its services, affecting everything from email to cloud storage. Microsoft faced similar problems, with disruptions to its Azure cloud platform causing significant interruptions for businesses relying on it. Financial institutions were also severely impacted. Banks JPMorgan, Chase, and HSBC had to suspend online banking and ATM services. That led to a scramble for cash and a temporary stop in financial transactions. Stock markets worldwide were in decline as trading systems were on halt. Retail and manufacturing sectors weren’t safe either. Walmart and Amazon, both heavily reliant on digital infrastructure, faced challenges in managing supply chains. Factories experienced production halts, causing delays in manufacturing and distribution.  Technology companies acted quickly to address the disruptions. Google and Microsoft collaborated on fixing things, including rerouting data through backup servers and implementing manual processing for critical services. Financial institutions developed alternative methods for transaction processing and cash distribution to minimize customer impact. Power companies worked around the clock to restore electricity. Engineers and technicians from these companies with international aid organizations deployed emergency generators and temporary power solutions to critical infrastructure, including hospitals and emergency services.  After the outage situation, there has been a global push for more robust and resilient infrastructure. Energy companies are investing in decentralized power grids and enhancing cyber security measures to protect against future threats. Efforts are also underway to upgrade the technological infrastructure that supports critical services. On the technical side, Google and Microsoft are working on improving backup systems and disaster recovery protocols. Financial institutions are revising contingency plans to make sure operations can be continued in case of major disruptions.     As the world bounces back from this global power outage, the lessons learned will be important in reshaping the future of infrastructure development and crisis management. This incident brought light to the need for greater resilience and preparedness in our increasingly interconnected world. Written by Amina Scott | Graphic Designed by Widelandine Emilcar Published September 17, 2024 | ePathfinder | Feature
  • Distressed From The Rest
    Mental Health Days  Taking a day to oneself is especially important. Sometimes, having a little self-maintenance time to reflect and care for personal needs while balancing out a week is good. The problem is that some students cannot take a break due to schoolwork. “I think students should have mental health days; sometimes school can get overwhelming and stressful,” said Deerfield Beach High School junior Thiago Codeceira. “Having a day to focus on yourself as a reminder of what you are working towards while getting all your thoughts in order.” A mental health day promotes wellness and self-care, prevents burnout, improves academic performance, and creates a better school environment. Though people stay home when sick, they miss work and get even more stressed. Their only focus should be to heal, but a day off school for mental health would not have the same focus; it would be a day for teens to evaluate themselves. It can be hard to talk about things like mental health, and sometimes, the idea of maintaining a good and healthy mind can make a real difference.  “I was constantly overwhelmed last year and went online, but I did not like that either,” said DBHS sophomore Gemma Blakeney. “If we had mental health days, I would want to come to school because it feels a little less stressful and like my mental matters.” Mental health is essential. If it is not taken care of, it can cause more issues than one would think. Taking those days off is beneficial, and the students feel the same. The idea of less stress, the feeling of being seen and considered by the school and not just another student, can do much good. If days off for mental health were implemented, more students would show up less tired and more ready to learn. Written by Desiree Ponce | Graphic Designed by Desiree Ponce Published Spetember 17, 2024 | ePathfinder | Perspectives
  •  Swords and Claws
    Deadpool & Wolverine come back In addition to the iconic Deadpool series, Deadpool and Wolverine are now working side by side on a mission. The movie Deadpool and Wolverine was released on July 26, 2024, and premiered on July 22, 2024. It came out on Disney+ on July 8th. The casting of this movie includes Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool, Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and the director is Shawn Levy. Shawn Levy is known for films like The Adam Project and Free Guy, which both cast Ryan Reynolds. This made it more enjoyable for Ryan. The Deadpool movie series dates back to 2016 when the first film was released on February 12, directed by Tim Miller followed by its second movie on May 18, 2018, directed by David Leich. Deadpool’s story begins with Wade Wilson, Deadpool’s original name, where he attempts to treat his cancer through a nonofficial experiment procedure hoping it will save his life. But in the process, it unlocks his latent mutant abilities and cures him. The man leading this experiment does this all out of Wade’s will so Wade gains extraordinary healing powers but leaves him looking disfigured and not pretty. This leads him to adopt his alter ego, Deadpool. In the latest film, Deadpool and Wolverine work together when Deadpool’s world needs help, then meets Wolverine to save his world from falling apart. Wolverine, originally called Logan is an iconic X-Men character who has mutant abilities and shares a similar past with Deadpool. As the film begins, Deadpool is seen facing a big problem while living his civilian life, his home world is threatened which leads him to finding Wolverine, exploring the different timelines and multiverses to help save his world and the others.  In the Marvel Universe, Deadpool has always been recognized for his sarcastic personality and his ability to break the fourth wall, which makes him different from the rest of the characters. Throughout this intense and violent film, Deadpool and Wolverine grow a humorous dynamic that adds to Deadpool’s personality and gives the audience something new to look forward to.  “This movie is funny while also being full of action which makes it a very well-made and good movie, can’t get bored watching it,” said DBHS junior student Alexa William. The Deadpool and Wolverine film is a mix of intense action and humor as well as emotion. The movie has become a major box office success, getting 79% on Rotton tomatoes. The filming of Deadpool and Wolverine began in May 2023 at Pinewood Studios in England and wrapped in January 2024. The production time was fast, but the production crew, Ryan Reynolds and the cast made it work, staying content with the film’s production. Ever since the release of Deadpool and Wolverine, it has not been said that there would be a film following this one. But many hope this isn’t the end of Deadpool’s reign of adventures. Written by Brianna Rivera | Graphic Designed by Brianna Rivera Published September 11, 2024 | ePathfinder | Entertainment 
  • Revving Up Road Safety
    Driver’s Education Taken to the Next Level Broward County Public Schools is committed to ensuring the safety of unaccustomed drivers through its improved Driver’s Education program. The program focuses on providing real-life driving experience and high-quality instruction for all students. The BCPS Driver’s Education program offers hands-on practice in actual cars, allowing students to gain valuable experience steering real roads and traffic situations. With a fleet of over 90 vehicles, every student has a fantastic opportunity to develop essential driving skills.   The instructors involved in this program are certified. This certification guarantees they meet strict standards set by regulatory authorities, ensuring that students receive quality education from experts. In addition to practical training behind the wheel, BCPS collects data on student performance throughout the course. By analyzing this information regularly, they can identify areas where improvement is needed and continuously enhance teaching methods.   “There is no reason to be nervous because the teachers are good at their job and ingrain how important safety is while driving,” says DBHS junior Eric Miranda. One important aspect of driver’s education is preparing students for exams required to obtain learner’s permits or driver’s licenses. Through vast classroom lessons and targeted practice sessions during driving exercises, BCPS equips suitable learners with the wisdom necessary for success when taking permit or License exams.   For those interested in joining during the Fall 2024 Session, the dates are September 7 to November 2 sessions in the morning last from eight am to eleven forty-five am. During the afternoon, sessions last from 12 pm to 4 pm. Registration opens August 19 at eight am and closes August twenty third at four pm. Eligibility conditions alter based on age criteria and residence within Broward County while attending school there. Participating in BCPS’ Driver’s Education Program comes at no cost as it is free.  By prioritizing educational learning assets through classroom sessions and hands-on practice using actual vehicles under certified supervision, this comprehensive approach prepares young learners for becoming reliable licensed drivers while promoting road safety awareness within the community. Written by Matthew Hernandez | Graphic Designed by Matthew Hernandez Published September 10, 2024 | ePathfinder | News  
  •  A Page Turning Phenomenon 
    The Popularity of BookTok  Reading books was always tied with intelligence and considered a nerdy niche hobby. However, with the rise of BookTok, an online community on the popular social media TikTok, reading has become the ideal leisure activity, with cases overflowing with books. This craze has taken the online world by storm.   There is no definite date for the rise of Book Tok. However, an increase in literature-related content boosted in 2020. The epidemic COVID-19 lockdown had a profound effect on this subject. It provided the perfect opportunity to take up a new pastime. TikTok became an effective tool for communicating book recommendations. BookTok is diverse and offers many different genres that cater to every palette. For instance, Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson is a quintessential teen murder mystery with a bit of an edge. A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas is a fantasy novel with romance and a dash of politics. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid is about an old Hollywood starlet who shares the tale of her scandalous career and the seven lovers she met along the way.   With so many popular options, it is invertible that some will not cater to readers. Readers of Hannah Grace’s Icebreaker complained about the female lead as an annoying and dumb decision-maker. Some complain that Zodiac Academy by Susanne Valenti doesn’t have the best writing or editing. While these books were considered unsatisfactory, others were titled problematic. These Reviews are on diverse platforms like Goodreads and Barnes & Noble’s website. In the book Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton the main male lead behaves in violent and obsessive ways,  framed as romantic. This book falls into the “touch her and die” category, with several problematic titles. Colleen Hoover’s Slammed displays a teacher/student relationship as aspiring rather than highly inappropriate. Many of Hoover’s novels have come under fire for romanticizing toxic relationships.   With so many different books coming out daily, it’s hard to find one that suits a reader’s taste. With communities like BookTok however, that search becomes much less troubling. Written by Mackenzie Cobbler  | Graphic Designed by Mackenzie Cobbler Published September 9, 2024 | ePathfinder | Feature

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