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Stories from The Trail

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Stories from The Trail

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Laura Slater

Laura Slater, Website Editor

I am passionate about reading, writing, and most of all, this website. I truly love journalism and the connections to the community I have been able to make through it. I am a senior, and this is my second year on staff.

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You might find yourself with lots of time and not so many activities. Bookworm or not, the perfect novel can be the escape you've been looking for. "I love books because they let me live in different worlds and live different lives," Emiley Edwards (12) said.

Stay at Home Reading

Laura Slater, Website Editor
April 21, 2020
Looking into the future - Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most notable and memorable activist of the Civil Rights Movement. The ideas he envisioned more than 50 years ago still impact the community today.

Looking Back on Black History Month

Laura Slater, Laila LaFrombois, and Reese Vickers
March 5, 2020
Already this month, major world and political events have occurred. The presidential State of the Union was among them, setting the precedent for the rest of Trump's first term and the looming election.

Five Things You Should Know – February

Laura Slater, Website Editor
February 7, 2020
From left to right: Tilly Colwell (12), Tigist Brunson (12), and Neeka Mirfakhrai (12). Pictured in front of the Rocky Mountains, the friends have just enjoyed a hike. "We are able to talk while we enjoy the outdoors," Mirfakhrai said.

Our Community

Laura Slater, Website Editor
February 5, 2020
When finals set in, students often try to cram everything the teacher has given them. "It's asking us to remember everything since the first day," Triston Deal (12) said.

Final Exams: Friend or Foe?

Laura Slater, Website Editor
December 15, 2019
Strutting onto the field before the game, the varsity football players look determined - jaws set and eyes focused. Many high school players dream of an opportunity to play Division 1 in college, but how will this new idea shift the process? Photo by Thomas Wynne

CT Speaks: Should College Athletes be Paid?

Laura Slater, Website Editor
December 4, 2019
Senior Delaynie Treat jumps for joy at the top of the ski slope. "I go up about five times a season, but I wish I could go more," said Treat.

CT Skis – Do You?

Laura Slater, Website Editor
December 1, 2019
It's that time of year again, and the holiday decorations are making their annual reappearance around the CT community.

How CT Celebrates

Laura Slater, Website Editor
November 12, 2019
This month brings news of everything from elections to college admissions. Tune in to see what's happening in the world around us.

Five Things You Should Know This Month: November

Laura Slater, Website Editor
November 10, 2019
The White House is at the center of some of this month's big news, with everyone focused on what might happen next.

Five Things You Should Know This Month: October

Laura Slater, Website Editor
October 23, 2019
Hundreds of high school seniors throw their caps up in joy at the end of graduation, enjoying a moment that is coming soon for CT's own seniors.

Don’t Believe The Hype

Laura Slater, Website Editor
September 18, 2019
The crowd goes wild as Ben stands victorious with the Mr.CT crown.

King of Power

Laura Slater, Staffer
April 23, 2019
The iconic U.S Capitol has long been a symbol of democracy both in the U.S and other countries, but autocracy endangers the values this building represents.

A Cautionary Tale in Democracy

Laura Slater, Staffer
April 16, 2019
A North Central College golfer tees off with an iron at the NCAA Women’s Golf Championship in 2011.

Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden

Laura Slater, Staffer
April 4, 2019

Intro: The Cougar Catch

Sophie Blank, Laura Slater, Zoe Vescera, and Caleb Huff
February 20, 2019
Fake news combines many elements, but relies on already existing views and manipulation.

Breaking: Fake Is a Real Problem

Laura Slater, Staffer
December 19, 2018
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