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From musicians to small business owners to bikers, you may be surprised by how South teachers spend their free time. Teachers have lives too and might even be cooler than we think.

The secret lives of teachers: side hustles and hidden talents

Valerie Cecena, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

You might know Allen Guindon as an easy-going English teacher, but did you know that he has been in over 5 different types of bands within 35 years? Teachers spend a lot of time in the classroom teaching,...

An exterior image of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in D.C. President Trump has taken up a new leadership role at the Center causing a worrying partisan shift. Photo courtesy of: The Kennedy Center

Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center: a cautionary tale

Alice Conry, Editor-in-Chief March 24, 2025

After his inauguration in January, President Donald Trump appointed himself to be the chairman of The Kennedy Center, a historic D.C. institution, in a completely unprecedented choice that shifted the...

There is a barrier to accessing mental health support from South’s resources that many students struggle with. This limitation to mental health is something that the South community needs to work to overcome.

The issue with mental health resources at South

Tahj Flores, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

Mental health is something that requires a lot of care, especially for high school students. Despite this, there is difficulty for South students accessing these crucial resources. South is a school that...

The Minnesota House of Representatives High School Page Program is a unique opportunity for high school juniors to experience the state government firsthand. “It was so nice to be around people who felt so much passion for what they were doing and who wanted to be there and wanted to teach,” said Zia Raukar, a recent participant in the program. Pictured above are some of the week 3 Pages, including Raukar (far right) and Amelia Schulz (middle).

MN House Page Program is an excellent opportunity to experience government firsthand

Griffin Larson, Managing Editor March 19, 2025

If you are interested in politics, government, law, or even art and architecture, keep the Minnesota House of Representatives High School Page Program in mind when planning your junior year of high school....

The three artists pictured from left to right: Elisa Tamay, Merrick Golden, and Tamara Genart

Three South students forge a unique and passionate community through art

Oliver Stricherz, Staff Writer March 13, 2025

Close your eyes and think about art. Picture the process, the skill, the medium, everything from concept to completion. We may envision this all as something singular, the product of one, but the creative...

The second edition of the Southerner's advice column, Tiger Talk! In this segment: distancing from friends, expanding music taste, and gaslighting.

Tiger Talk: Burdened Bertha, Musical Mandy, and Manipulative Molly

The Southerner Staff March 12, 2025

Dear Tiger Talk, How do I distance myself from a person I no longer want to be friends with, without hurting feelings? Sincerely, Burdened Bertha   Dear Burdened Bertha, This is a...

South Theater rehearsing for Once on This Island. Four powerful Gods sing over the main character Ti Moune. Photo courtesy of: Crystal Spring

South High Theater presents Once on This Island

Everly Comeaux, Staff Writer March 11, 2025

South High Theater is assembling Once on This Island, a strong musical focusing on equality between class and race. Get ready to see the second production of the school year, with showings on March 13th,...

Eli Stottrup (third from left) and Matthew O’hara Jr (fourth from left) pictured with teammates and coaches after advancing to the state tournament. Photo courtesy of: Jennifer Fukuda

Athletes of the Month February 2025: Eli Stottrup and Matthew O’hara Jr.

Alex Karlen, Staff Writer March 10, 2025

The Southerner’s picks for the February 2025 Athlete(s) of the Month are Matthew O’hara and Eli Stottrup, two wrestlers who, despite facing both mental and physical challenges, still ended up on top....

First edition of Tiger Talk, The Southerner's advice column. Hear questions from students wondering about class selections, college admissions, and sapphic struggles. Photo courtesy of Arabella Fracisco.

Tiger Talk: Driven Dolly, Unsure Ursula, and Sapphic Sandy

The Southerner Staff, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

Dear Tiger Talk, What is the best, AP, CIS, or PSEO?   Sincerely, Driven Dolly   Dear Driven Dolly, It depends on what your goal is! All can be great options and we can give...

Tyler the Creator stands proudly above the crowd cheering in awe and excitement in Minneapolis at his first night on the CHROMAKOPIA tour.

CHROMAKOPIA concert review: An otherwise magical experience

Adyra Fine, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

As I frantically pulled my closet apart on February 4th, 2025, looking for something to wear that would be just right for the night—something that just might catch attention from the stage but pieces...

A thrift store in Greece, thrifting has found its way all over the world

What’s up with the trend of thrifting?

Adyra Fine, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

The bins. Vintage. Goodwill. Secondhand. These are all places South students think of when they think of thrift stores. While thrifting seems to have been on the rise for the past couple of years, thrift...

 South Junior Frances Pickar showcases the array of works made in regard to her sustained investigation: The cold emotions that arise during the winter months.

Winter gains a new perspective through the eyes of South Junior Frances Pickar

Oliver Stricherz, Staff Writer February 20, 2025

Plainly put, the Minnesotan winter is hard. Over eras and generations, the people who occupy the land we now call Minnesota have faced wintry temperatures and experienced the dreaded and universal experience...

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