2017 was a year full of disputes and tension, ultimately leading to discord in the United States. Friction between political parties challenged the strength of political foundations. The new POTUS drew the world’s stability into question. Now, in 2018, people everywhere fight for their rights and equality as they struggle to redefine themselves and change. The film Black Panther triumphs over disputes, tension, and inequality, illustrating the journey of a man trying to preserve his people, culture, and identity.

The Internet has evolved greatly in the last few decades, creating social media platforms to communicate on a worldwide scale and providing multiple gateways for any type of art piece. As convenient as it is, the widespread ubiquity of the Internet presents a few problems regarding artistic originality.

Ah, yes. Memes. A staple of the Internet generation. We can’t live without them. Some notable memes that have popped up over the years include Pepe the Frog, salt bae, Kermit, the confused Persian cat, Confused Math Lady, and the most recent and perhaps most deadly meme: Tide Pods. But, from where do these Internet treasures arise?

It’s no surprise that many MHS students excel in the arts. This month’s artist spotlight features Lena Pak, ‘21, who is already making her mark on the school and in the Minnetonka community.

The Pickle Ornament Tradition is a Christmas tradition where one of the parents in the family hangs a glass pickle ornament on the tree, and whichever child in the family finds it first receives an extra present. It is also rumored that the child who finds it will receive good luck for the next year.

The cold and sleet of the winter season may give some people the impression that it’s a terrible time to take pictures outside; however, there are still a great number of places in Minnesota to take some winter-themed, Insta-worthy photos over break. Here is just a short list of wintry events and locations: