Valentine’s Day: The Non-Judgmental Approach
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
February 14, 2017
The days leading up to Valentine's Day are filled with people either expressing excitement or dread. Single ladies hate the very idea of couples spending unnecessary money to show their appreciation for just one day. However, there are similar activities that single girls do to defy Valentine's...
Lacrosse’s Title IX rules cause roster restraints
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
February 7, 2017
For the boys lacrosse team, having a full roster on the girls team is just as important as having one of their own, thanks to county regulations. Since 2014, all Hillsborough County lacrosse teams have been managed by HALAX, a 501(c)(3) tasked with supervising lacrosse's transition to becoming a full-fle...
Tampa comes to life during National Championship weekend
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
January 13, 2017
Tampa is usually a city that flies under the national radar, so the fact that it hosted Alabama vs. Clemson College Football Playoffs National Championship with accompanying events marked a significant burst in excitement. There were three AT&T Playoff Playlist Live concerts to kick off the gam...
Despite early start to year, students appreciate shift in semester exams
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
December 6, 2016
This year, Hillsborough County school district changed the school year schedule by cutting our summer short by two weeks, allowing students to take semester exams before the break. The change was something students had to adjust to, since they no longer had the two weeks of winter break to study for...
Robinson theater performs a Night of One-Acts
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
November 17, 2016
Tonight is Robinson theater's last day for their Night of One-Acts. The night consists of three different plays: Game of Tiaras, Melody and Other High School Drama, and Jet Black New Year. Corey Hendricks ('18), who has been in theater since middle school, has a major role in these plays. She is st...
On spirit week, we need to have pride in our school
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
October 18, 2016
Walking into school, dressed as Ed from Ed, Edd, 'n' Eddy in a red striped shirt, green jacket, and red bandana, I looked around and saw everyone wearing their everyday T-shirts. It made me second guess myself in believing Monday was, in fact, Character Day, and I'm sure I was not alone. After the...
Celebrate National Coffee Day at participating locations
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
September 29, 2016
Gather around caffeine lovers because today marks the second anniversary of National Coffee Day. If you want some more lattes in your life, visit one of the following restaurants today to partake in the festivities: Krispy Kreme- Who doesn't love free coffee, especially with the addition of a f...
Upperclassmen, here’s what to do to prepare for college
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
September 28, 2016
College application deadlines are just around the corner, and with college representatives visiting Robinson and college nights being hosted, seniors are scrambling to meet deadlines while juniors are just beginning to get a taste of what college they may be interested in. Every junior and senior...
Applications for Homecoming Court now available
Leana Pustam and Charlotte Rose
September 20, 2016
Neon Knights, this year's homecoming dance, will be held Oct. 22 at District 3 Arts and Events Venue. With the dance just around the corner, applications are now open for Homecoming Court. All grade levels are permitted to be a part of the court. The application fee is $10, cash or money order only, ...
Will You Go to Prom with Me?
Leana Pustam, Perspectives Editor
April 15, 2016
Prom is a day away, and you know what that means: girls holding flowers and posters with puns should be dominating your Instagram feed right about now. The first "promposal" usually happens in the middle of March and indicates the start of the season. But when did promposals become the standard ...
