News and Publications of Notre Dame de Sion

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News and Publications of Notre Dame de Sion

Sion Student Media
News and Publications of Notre Dame de Sion

Sion Student Media
Sophie Gromowsky

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief

Favorite Singer: Taylor Swift 

Hogwarts House: Ravenclaw but I pretend it’s Gryffindor 

Celebrity That You Want To Have A Meal With: Michelle Obama 

Favorite Childhood Stuffed Animal: Snuggle Puppy 

Favorite Sion Tradition: Sion Olympics Dances

 

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Taylor Swift poses after performing the first song of the opening show of The Eras Tour, “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince” during Act 1, dedicated to her 2019 studio album “Lover.”

“The Very First Night” of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour Was A Smashing Success

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Mar 27, 2023

12 time Grammy Award winner and global superstar Taylor Swift kicked off her sixth headlining concert tour, The Eras Tour, on March 17 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The show lasted over three...

Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber pose for a photo together at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Oct. 15, 2022, seemingly indicating that there is no bad blood between them.

Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and The Price of Parasocial Relationships

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Mar 15, 2023

If you’re a person who has a social media account or even a remote interest in pop culture, then you, like me, have probably seen something about the apparent re-ignition of Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber’s...

The Chinese spy balloon falls into the Atlantic Ocean after being shot down by an F-22 stealth fighter off the coast of South Carolina on Feb. 4.

It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s a…Chinese spy balloon?

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Mar 1, 2023

A Chinese spy balloon was shot down by the United States Air Force on Feb. 4 over the Atlantic Ocean, about six miles off the coast of South Carolina, according to the New York Times. The balloon, which...

The cast of "Abbott Elementary" accepts the Golden Globe for Best TV Series, Musical or Comedy.

New Year, New Golden Globes

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief • Jan 27, 2023

The 80th Golden Globe Awards returned to live television on Jan. 10, following NBC’s decision not to broadcast the ceremony in 2022 due to a series of controversies surrounding its host organization,...

Sion juniors compete in the CYO 2022 Winter Basketball League on their team, the Untouchaballazz.

More Sports, Less Stress

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief • Jan 20, 2023

For many teenagers, sports make up a large part of the high school experience. Some choose to join their high school teams, while others play on club or travel teams. Between practices, games and tournaments,...

Senior Carolina O'Byrne collects her music from the stand after singing and playing ukulele to "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" by Carole King.

Music With Meaning: Tri-M Recital Raises Funds for Ronald McDonald House.

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Nov 15, 2022

Education Inequality

Education Inequality

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Oct 26, 2022

As the days tick down towards the November 1 college application deadline, high school seniors all across the country are scrambling to complete their supplemental essays, put the finishing touches on...

Dancers from folklórico group Grupo Folklórico Izcalli perform for students at the Hispanic Heritage celebration Sept. 22.

More Than A Fiesta

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-in-Chief • Sep 30, 2022

The bright sound of students’ laughter and excited chatter mingled with rhythmic beats and Spanish lyrics, filling the Circle Drive with a pulsating energy. The mouthwatering scent of grilled meat and...

Taylor Swift poses with her Moonman statuette after winning Video of the Year for "All Too Well: The Short Film." The project also won the categories for Best Long Form Video and Best Direction, making Swift the most awarded artist of the night, as well as the fourth-most decorated artist in the show's history.

The Best and Worst of the 2022 VMAs

Sophie Gromowsky, Print Co Editor-In-Chief • Aug 31, 2022

The MTV Video Music Awards have served as the site for some of pop culture’s most renowned moments - Lady Gaga’s meat dress, Britney Spears’ python performance, and Kanye West’s interruption of...

The Class of 2022 poses for pictures after their graduation ceremony at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

Class of 2022 Graduation Photo Gallery

Zahra Parsons and Sophie Gromowsky • Jun 9, 2022

KC Parade of Hearts Vlog

KC Parade of Hearts Vlog

Sophie Gromowsky, Social Media Coordinator • Apr 21, 2022

https://youtu.be/9h92TU8C2ME  

Smoke and flames rise during the shelling in Kyiv, as Russia continues its attack on Ukraine on Feb. 26.

What’s Happening With Russia/Ukraine

Sophie Gromowsky, Social Media Coordinator • Mar 13, 2022

Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine on Feb. 24 in what Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared as a “special military operation,” according to CNN. The attack follows months of Russia...

Say Bye-Bye to Winter Blues

Say Bye-Bye to Winter Blues

Sophie Gromowsky, Social Media Coordinator • Jan 30, 2022

When the autumn leaves have fallen, the temperatures have dropped and gray clouds hide the sun for days at a time, winter can leave you feeling sad and less energetic. This phenomenon, known as the “winter...

Freshman Grace Renners collides with a St. Teresa's player as she goes in for a layup.

Varsity Basketball Defeats STA

Sophie Gromowsky, Copy Editor • Jan 11, 2022

Photo by Halfpoint from Shutterstock

To Mask or Not to Mask?

Sophie Gromowsky, Copy Editor • Jan 11, 2022

To mask or not to mask? This has been one of the biggest questions facing public health officials and school administrators since schools across the country began welcoming back students in August. Following...

Junior Isabel Dumsky buys a brownie at the Lemon Club bake sale during her lunch period.

Lemon Club Bake Sale

Sophie Gromowsky, Copy Editor • Oct 22, 2021

U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams speaks out in support of the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act at the March on Atlanta for Voting Rights on Aug. 28.

Protect Our Vote

Sophie Gromowsky, Copy Editor • Sep 12, 2021

On August 28, 1969, 250,000 people gathered in the nation’s capital to participate in the March on Washington, a massive protest advocating for the civil rights of African Americans. This August 28,...

Senior Lauren Ellwanger and freshman Ava Sheedy chat during ice breaker activities at freshman orientation on Aug. 20.

Freshman Class Welcomed to Sion

Sophie Gromowsky • Aug 26, 2021

The freshman class gathered together for the first time on Friday, Aug. 20, in the gym for orientation, led by administrators and senior peer ministers. The orientation gave the new students the opportunity...

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