Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
April 30, 2024
Issue 14
Madison B., and Julia G., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Once in a lifetime...
A Rare Event: The 2024 Solar Eclipse
By: Madison Bruch
The 2024 solar eclipse was an event that many people had gathered together to view, which happened on Monday, April 8, 2024. During this event, the Moon overlaps the Sun. In total, it had only lasted for several minutes, but was extremely bright to look directly at.
Upcoming New Music ...
Concert of the Month: Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS” World Tour
By: Julia Gustinelli
As spring approaches, many famous artists are going on tour and branding their new albums. This month’s must-see artist was Olivia Rodrigo on her “GUTS” Tour. Rodrigo came to Toronto and performed in Scotiabank Arena from March 29th to 31st.
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
March 26, 2024
Issue 13
Luz C., Kirsten L., and Julia G., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
St. Patrick's Day holds a rich history you may have never heard of...
St. Patrick's Day
By: Luz Antonella Commisso
Celebrated annually on March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day is spent wearing vibrant green clothing, flashing three-leaved clovers anywhere possible, and indulging in food and drinks. Oftentimes, people become so overcome by the exciting colours and festivities that the true meaning of the feast day is overlooked. In reality, the celebration has deep religious ties that are not acknowledged.
Women's history month...
Embracing Femininity this Women’s History Month
By: Kirsten Legaspina
As an eventful February ends, March swiftly comes in to bring Women’s History Month, a time of celebration for the contributions of women throughout history. As women’s contributions are greatly emphasised during this time, the Women On The Rise of Holy Cross are the ones in charge of making teachers and students aware of this important occasion.
New upcoming movies
Movie of the Month Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
By: Julia Gustinelli
The month of March saw great films receive praise during award season, and if you’re finding yourself looking for a good movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire should be next on your watchlist. The film premiered on March 22 in theatres across Canada.
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
February 27, 2024
Issue 12
Madison B., and Santiago O. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Grammy Awards
The 66th Annual Grammy Awards
By: Madison Bruch
The 66th Annual Grammy Awards was a night to remember for artists and viewers. The award show was accompanied by performances from Dua Lipa, Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs, Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish, Joni Mitchell, SZA, Olivia Rodrigo, Billy Joel and Burna Boy.
Super bowl
Mahomes gets his Third Super Bowl, 49ers and Coach Shanahan Lose their Third Straight
By: Santiago Ortega
The Super Bowl. The biggest spectacle in American sports, and this year the most watched program ever in the U.S. (“Super Bowl Averaged 123.7 Million Viewers”). It was a rematch of the game from 4 years ago when Patrick Mahomes won his 1st Super Bowl, however, this year the teams looked very different.
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
January 23, 2024
Issue 11
Julia G., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Brand new musical...
Movie of the Month: Mean Girls
By: Julia Gustinelli
Since entering the new year, why not travel back to 2004 and reminisce about the crazy things that happened at North Shore High School with a particular set of mean girls? Mean Girls is a new movie musical that modernises the original story everyone remembers so vividly. With some of the original cast reprising their roles and a new cast of mean girls, this movie is definitely “so fetch”! The film premiered on January 12 globally and has received great reviews!
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
December 21, 2023
Issue 10
Julia G., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
New upcoming movies
Movie of the Month: Wonka
By: Julia Gustinelli
As the holiday break fast approaches, you might want to try a new movie instead of the infamous classics. This month, why not try the musical origin story of everyone’s favourite chocolatier? Wonka premiered on December 15 in theatres across Canada and is receiving great reviews globally.
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
Novemeber 28, 2023
Issue 9
Luz C. and Julia G., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
It's TIIIIIIIIME
Mariah Carey Impact on Christmas
By: Luz Antonella Commisso
This iconic line which is connected to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” is a widespread reminder of the approach of the Christmas season. After the excitement of Halloween is over and the clock strikes midnight on November 1st, Carey releases her annual promotional video to let the world know that the time for bright lights, multicoloured decorations, and (most importantly) Christmas music is here. There’s no doubt that this song alone has boosted the festivity each year, but it’s fascinating to look into the feats Mariah Carey has achieved after all these years.
New upcoming movies
Movie of the Month: Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
By: Julia Gustinelli
Find yourself wanting a good film to take your mind off the general stresses of the day? The newest movie to hit theatres this month was The Hunger Games prequel, and the reviews are raging about its success. Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes premiered on November 17 in theatres across Canada.
Culture and Sports
In the Culture and Sports section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered around the arts and school sports. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture part will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole. School sports and sports news from around the world are going to be continuously covered in the Hawk Eye Newspaper. School sports will revolve around all things Holy Cross find all of your favourite Holy Cross athletes' amazing accomplishments right here.
October 31, 2023
Issue 8
Madison B., Julia., Kirsten., will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves. Santiago O. will write about world sport news.
New developments in sports
Blue Jays get Swept out of Playoffs
By: Santiago Ortega
Blue Jays get swept out of playoffs, lose 7th straight playoff game as José Berríos sat in the visitor's dugout at Target Field staring at the infield, his old team, the Minnesota Twins, celebrated their first playoff series victory in 21 years after sweeping the Toronto Blue Jays in a best-of-3 Wild Card series. One could only wonder the thoughts going on in Berríos’ head after he started the game pitching 3+ innings, striking out 5 and completely dominating the Twins in an elimination game for the Blue Jays before being pulled by manager John Schneider for Yusei Kikuchi after a leadoff walk in the 4th in an effort to change Minnesota’s lineup.
We are looking forward to...
Woodbridge Fall Fair 2023
By: Kirsten Legaspina
The town of Woodbridge welcomes the Thanksgiving weekend with the Woodbridge Fall Fair on October 7, 2023. People have been celebrating this history-filled tradition since 1847 before winter falls. The Woodbridge Agricultural Society is the one in charge of making this event come to life. They aim to sustain the agricultural history through holding safe family-friendly and educational activities that carry their beliefs (“Woodbridgefair.ca”).
Acts of Kindness...
Drake Demonstrates Kindness During His Concert
By: Julia Gustinelli
After notably the most anticipated concert of the month, Drake surprised fans and audience members when he began gifting those in need. He mentions how, during his tour, he has been spreading love and helping people in any way he can (Daniell, “Drake gifts Toronto fans tuition and pays for concertgoer's MS treatment at hometown show.”). Drake gained ample attention from the media because of this and fans across the country pleaded for his help.
We are looking forward to...
The Anticipated Release of 1989 (Taylor’s Version)
By: Madison Bruch
The Swifties are excitingly counting down the days until 1989 (Taylor’s Version) will become ‘ours’. Taylor Swift is set to release 1989 (Taylor’s Version) on October 27, 2023. This date of release happens to be exactly nine years since Taylor had released 1989 on October 27, 2014. During the 1989 era, which spanned from 2014 to about 2016, Taylor had been struggling with an eating disorder, which had been revealed in her 2020 documentary Miss Americana.
Culture
In the Culture section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered abround the arts. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture section will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole.
June 20, 2023
Issue 7
Angelina P. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
What to look forward to...
Upcoming Entertainment
By: Angelina Pignataro
With the school year coming to a close and more time being freed up, one must be in search of some entertainment. Though, no need to fear, from new film releases to long-awaited concerts to exciting events, there are a tonne of options. Not only is the sequel to Meg, Meg: The Trench coming out but also the sequel to the Netflix film Extraction that stars Chris Hemsworth is being released soon.
Culture
In the Culture section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered abround the arts. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture section will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole.
May 30, 2023
Issue 6
Julia Y. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
May
An Insight on Asian Heritage Month
By: Julia Yossiba
All cultures deserve to be appreciated and recognized. The month of May is dedicated to exploring, learning, and acknowledging Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI). This month is the time to learn about how those of Asian origin have contributed to our history and how they are still contributing to society today. The theme for Asian Heritage month this year is “Stories of Determination” (Government of Canada). This means that this month will focus on all the hardships and how those of Asian origin have persevered through their challenges.
Culture
In the Culture section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered abround the arts. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture section will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole.
April 25, 2023
Issue 5
Raya K., and Julia Y. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Pranks being played all over the world...
History of April Fools
By: Julia Yossiba
April Fools day, while not an extremely significant event, such as Halloween or Christmas, still has made its mark in our history. April Fools day is a day of laughs, jokes, and pranks on our family and friends (History.com). It had great influence in the media, therefore, influencing everything around us. It's become a tradition for many to play hoaxes and be cautious of people around you, in case you're the victim of a prank! While historians are still unable to pinpoint the exact origins of April Fools, there have been many theories and predictions made (History.com). This article delves into a few of these theories and their relation to the modern tradition of April Fools day.
How much chocolate did you get?
Easter Around the World
By: Raya Korah
Every Year during holy week and Easter, over 70 million households celebrate Easter in the U.S alone. Next to Christmas, Easter is one of the most globally celebrated Holidays and it is most commonly celebrated in North and Central America, and Europe. From the easter bunny and egg hunts to wearing certain pieces of clothing or even starting new eating habits - these traditions differ around the world, intensifying diversity and making way for new traditions around the world.
Culture
In the Culture section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered abround the arts. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture section will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole.
March 28, 2023
Issue 4
Raya K., Julia Y., and Deonjai G. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Stadiums everywhere are seeing some stars...
Tours Going on Around the World
By: Julia Yossiba
Tour season has fallen upon us, Hawks! Many of your favourite artists are going to begin, or have already begun their tours. The concert lineup for 2023 is remarkable, most of these artists have not been on tour since before the pandemic or had tours planned that were cancelled. That is what makes these events most exciting! Let’s take a look at which of the many artists around the world will be going on tour this year.
Hollywood's Biggest Night...
The 2023 Oscar Awards
By: Deonjai Gomez-Brown
Lights, camera, action! It's that time of the year again when Hollywood's biggest stars gather to celebrate the art of filmmaking at the most prestigious awards ceremony in the world - The Oscars. As the red carpet was rolled out and the paparazzi snapped away, all eyes were on the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where the 95th Academy Awards occurred. With a year full of outstanding performances, groundbreaking films, and exceptional talent, this year's Oscars was a night to remember. Presented below are the most notable wins in film categories!
The Nature All Around Us
A New Season Blooms
By: Raya Korah
As spring begins to bloom, the withered petals of the harsh winter fall away. Throughout history, cultures across the globe have different traditions to celebrate the start of a new season and the change and rebirth that occurs. Tourists and travelers from all over the world travel to countries like Japan to participate in dazzling festivals and customs, immersing themselves in the extensive culture of these nations.
Culture
In the Culture section of the Hawk Eye students will be centered abround the arts. This includes films, music, visual art, and everything in between. The culture section will cover the impact of both 'popular culture' and 'traditional culture' on the students of Holy Cross and the community as a whole.
February 28, 2023
Issue 3
Raya K., Julia Y., and Hailey F. will be exploring the different topics that are relevant in the world in order for students to explore themselves.
Music's Biggest Night...
The 2023 Grammy Awards
By: Julia Yossiba
The 2023 Grammys was without a doubt one of the most impactful shows in Grammy history. Let's take a look at what winners broke records and some of the notable performances!
African American Culture's Influence on Music
What You’re Really Listening To
By: Raya Korah
The influence that black American culture has had on modern day music genres like rap, reggae, and blues is relatively common knowledge. However, it is unfortunate that many people do not recognize the many types of music that black culture has helped to develop. Genres like r&b, soul, jazz, house, and disco have all been shaped by black artists. Even your favorite mainly white dominated genres have trends that have been in some way sparked by black artists like hip hop or pop.
What's the Hype?
TikTok Makeup Trends You've Been Seeing Everywhere
By: Hailey Fraga
TikTok trends come and go faster than viewers can keep up with. Influencers are constantly popping up out of nowhere starting a new viral trend that everyone is suddenly doing. Makeup is a skill that many women and girls turn to TikTok to learn about and there are so many resources on TikTok that help women learn how to do their makeup the fastest. As a teenage girl, it is easy to see how easily influenced a person can become and how much you can learn from creators on TikTok about makeup. One problem that is often encountered is that trends change so fast and so, no one can ever figure out what is right for them and many trends only work for certain people. In the past few months, there have been many new makeup trends and scandals going viral, here are some of the highlights you have definitely seen on your ‘for you page.’