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The Trail - The Student News Site of McIntosh High School

Don't Miss a Minute of McIntosh.

The Trail - The Student News Site of McIntosh High School

All content by Caroline Chang
Senior Connor Whittle tries on his newly acquired cap and gown at school on Friday.

Seniors receive graduation caps and gowns

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer May 11, 2017

Seniors have been awaiting the day that they would receive their caps and gowns for four years. On Friday, May 5, McIntosh seniors were able to pick up their caps and gowns during lunch in the senior cafeteria....

Senior Abby Burke works on a project in her AP Literature class during the block schedule.

Students experience the block schedule

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer May 4, 2017

In order to accommodate for the recent milestone testing, McIntosh implemented a block schedule during the last week of April. Students stayed in a single class for about three hours and attended only...

Sophomore Kate Cullen is a member of the debate team, and she will take over as the executive vice president of student government next year.

Next year’s executive student government announced

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer May 3, 2017

Each year, McIntosh conducts school-wide elections to allow the student body to choose the next year's student government. This year, the elections took place on Infinite Campus just before spring break....

A microscope slide is placed on the indoor window sill at a student's house to collect particles of the indoor air pollution.

AP Environmental students collect data on air pollution

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer May 3, 2017

During the last few weeks in Ms. Kelly McMahon's AP Environmental Science class, students have learned about air pollution and specifically the difference between indoor and outdoor air pollution. Students...

The girls' soccer prepare to take on Pike County High School at home on April 11.

Girls’ varsity soccer takes on Pike County

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Apr 19, 2017

After coming off a 3-0 win against rival Starr's Mill, the girls' varsity soccer team took on Pike County High School on Tuesday, April 11. The score remained 0-0 until the final seconds of the game....

Senior Kristen Ford and her younger sister visit UGA. With a longer spring break, more students would be able to visit their future colleges without missing school.

Students deserve longer spring break

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Mar 29, 2017

During second semester, students often lose their motivation to continue working hard in their studies. Therefore, an extended spring break would benefit students. In May, students have almost completed...

Both teams take the court to warm up before the second round game.

Georgia Tech basketball’s post season success excites McIntosh student

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Mar 24, 2017

After struggling to draw big crowds in previous seasons, the Georgia Tech basketball team has begun to rebuild its program. After a season with 19 wins and 15 losses, the team missed out on the NCAA tournament...

The McIntosh team stands for the National Anthem as the players prepare for the start of this rivalry game.

Soccer team takes on Northgate

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Mar 14, 2017

The McIntosh Girls Varsity soccer team took on the Northgate Lady Vikings on Friday, March 10. The last time these two teams met, the Lady Chiefs were victorious as they beat Northgate 4-0 at home in front...

Multiple Fayette County soccer teams, including McIntosh's, make use of the new turf fields at MOBA Soccer Academy in Peachtree City.

Soccer teams take advantage of local turf facility

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Mar 7, 2017

Every Wednesday afternoon, the McIntosh girls' and boys' Varsity soccer teams can be found practicing at the new MOBA Soccer Academy training grounds. This facility features two brand new, full sized turf...

The varsity girls' soccer team warms up before their game against Morrow High School. This game is the first to take place on the new turf field.

Varsity girls’ soccer team breaks in new turf with a win

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Feb 14, 2017

The girls' soccer team was the first to McIntosh's new turf field.  The team took on the Mustangs from Morrow High School on Thursday February 9. They got off to a quick start on the new artificial...

Senior Kristen Ford looks over to her PowerPoint for guidance during her presentation.

AP Spanish students work on presentations

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Feb 7, 2017

The AP Spanish exam includes two speaking sections, so students are often given assignments to improve their Spanish speaking skills to help them prepare for the exam. During the week of February 6, students...

Each lab group has six bags of radish seeds growing with various doses of a toxin. The bags have ten radish seeds each, so LD50 will be demonstrated in the bag in which five radish seeds grow and five die.

Environmental science students work on labs

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Jan 17, 2017

Since returning from the semester break, students in Ms. Kelly McMahon's AP Environmental Science classes have started a new unit on environmental hazards, human health, and water. To go along with...

The Spirit of McIntosh marching band got the opportunity to participate in the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade. The parade was covered by WSB-TV and McIntosh's turn on camera is pictured above.

Marching band participates in parade

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Dec 13, 2016

The Spirit of McIntosh marching band recently participated in the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 3. The band's drum majors, color guard, and percussion marched...

American flags hang in every classroom at McIntosh. Students have the choice to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance each morning. This choice is one of the freedoms that the U.S. offers its citizens, and this freedom appeals to people living in countries with harsher laws. These choices are one of the factors that already makes America great.

Do we need to make America great again?

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Nov 29, 2016

As the presidential election of 2016 came to an end, debates about the result began to break out: particularly having to do with Donald Trump's campaign slogan. Trump's slogan, "Make America Great Again,"...

One of the most popular traditions during winter holidays includes decorating. Pictured is a Thanksgiving themed centerpiece that families enjoy looking at while eating together.

Winter holidays bring best traditions

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Nov 29, 2016

Throughout the year, many holidays take place; however, the few that occur during the months of November and December tend to be the most memorable. In November, Thanksgiving reunites families from...

Economics student senior Tiffany Netto works on her phone to pay her bills before the deadline.

Budget Challenge educates seniors

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Nov 7, 2016

Seniors enrolled in economics this semester recently began a two month program to simulate paying bills on a set timeline. The simulation was created by H&R Block, and it ranks students both within...

Senior Jacob Mewborn works on his Chromebook activity to try to finish before the bell rings.

Students enjoy Chromebook activities

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Nov 7, 2016

Over the past few years, McIntosh has invested in a number of Google Chromebooks for students to use as an educational tool. Chromebooks are small laptops that easily fit on students' desks. Depending...

Many Peachtree City residents and students show up to the rivalry game between McIntosh and Starr's Mill. The year's  bleachers are full for a game under the lights.

Seniors share opinions about rivalry with Starr’s Mill

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Oct 17, 2016

Every fall, students at McIntosh and Starr's Mill get excited about the annual "Battle of the Bubble" in football. This year's football game was the final chance for the class of 2017 to witness the Chiefs...

Although many people do fear clowns, the clown pictured above helps to educate children about fire safety. People with face paint and masks make it hard to determine what their intentions are, so students at McIntosh were not allowed to dress up as clowns during spirit week to ensure that the danger of nearby clowns would not be an issue at school.

Recent clown sightings frighten McIntosh students

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Oct 13, 2016

A phenomenon of clown sightings has recently broken out around the country. These clowns have been seen in the woods trying to entice children toward them. Sightings in Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama...

The soccer players show off their championship rings after the ceremony on Oct. 7.

Girls soccer team receives championship rings

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Oct 12, 2016

Last spring, the McIntosh Girls Soccer Team won its tenth state championship in program history. The team beat Columbus High School 4-0 after goals by 2016 graduate Caroline Laux and Senior Taylor Malasek. A...

Senior Carolyn Ann Behnken checks her teacher's Wikispace to find out what she will be doing next.

Is “The Wiki” worth the hassle?

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Oct 6, 2016

A few teachers around McIntosh have made the wikispace an integral part of their classes. The “Wiki” as it is most known to students is an excellent way for teachers to organize their class resources...

Abby Wambach (right) celebrates the 2015 Women's World Cup Victory with her team in Vancouver.

Soccer star admits to drug addiction

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Oct 6, 2016

After one of the most successful careers in international soccer, Abby Wambach, a member of the United States Women's National Team, retired from the game in 2015. Coming off a successful year culminating...

Bahamas’ runner dives to beat American

Caroline Chang, Staff Writer Aug 23, 2016

American Allyson Felix was set to win gold in the Women’s 400m at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on Monday, August 15. The race came down to a photo finish win when Felix crossed the line on foot, and Shaunae...

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