The Crossing Chronicle

Reporting the News of Great Crossing High School

The Crossing Chronicle

The Crossing Chronicle

Consider Lending a Hand to Help Others Celebrate the Holidays

Consider Lending a Hand to Help Others Celebrate the Holidays

Kimber Lawrence, Staff Reporter December 1, 2023

With the holidays approaching quickly, families are starting to think about how they are going to celebrate. During the holidays, it's easy to forget that some families could be struggling financially....

Strong mental health is important for all individuals.  Supporting those struggling doesnt have to be complicated.

Supporting Mental Health Doesn’t Have to be Complicated

Kaydence Johnson, Staff Reporter November 30, 2023

Mental health issues in students have been regularly overlooked. It's not out of the ordinary for students to see other students struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental illnesses. As a society,...

Learning to juggle school responsibilities with other aspects of life is a skill all students need ot learn.

Students Must Learn Time Management Skills

Hannah Angel, Staff Reporter November 10, 2023

High school is the prime time of teens' youth. It helps to build backgrounds for themselves, and teaches them how to be on their own. Time is one thing that happens to fly during the high school years,...

Maggie Oswalts experiences as a pregnant high school senior helped shape her into the strong woman that she is today.

Oswalt’s Meets the Definition of a Strong Woman

Katie Hale, Staff Reporter April 27, 2023

Numerous strong confident women exist amongst the staff at GCHS. One that stands out is Maggie Oswalt, the nutritional manager for the cafeteria. Kristy Johnson, an English teacher at GCHS, immediately...

Means Girls:  GCHS Spring Musical Gallery

Means Girls: GCHS Spring Musical Gallery

Bailey Smith, Staff Reporter March 27, 2023

The drama department at GCHS had a successful run of Mean Girls the last weekend of March.  Over 950 people were in attendance over the weekend.  The attached gallery captures highlights of the performances.

SkillsUSA is an organization that forced on helping students be prepared for a career after graduation.  Students in the welding or IT pathways are GCHS can join.

SkillsUSA Helps Prepare Students for Future Careers

Jake Woodruff, Staff Reporter March 20, 2023

SkillsUSA is a nationally recognized career and technical student organization with a primary focus to empower students to excel with technical skills grounded in academics. SkillsUSA has assisted students...

St. Patricks day can be celebrated with a large community or indivdually.  This Irish tradition is still popular in the United States.

March Holiday Has a Long Lasting Tradition

Liv Thomas, Staff Reporter March 17, 2023

Many people know that March 17th is St. Patrick's Day.  It's often a day where many people wear green or have some fun seeking out leprechauns.   But the reality is that it’s a day intended to honor...

Celebrating the Class of 2023

Celebrating the Class of 2023

Bailey Smith and Jaedyn Worley March 8, 2023

Congratulations to our seniors!  We are so proud of what you have accomplished and how you have helped build the Warhawk tradition as the first group of students to walk the halls of GCHS all four years. ...

Prom Dress Style Guide for 2023

Prom Dress Style Guide for 2023

Liv Thomas, Staff Reporter February 13, 2023

Are you already looking for your prom dress for this year?  If so, check out what is hot and what is not for 2023 in the attached slide gallery.

Set Some Goals for 2023

Set Some Goals for 2023

Kendra Brewer, Staff Reporter February 13, 2023

While most relationships are healthy and strong, knowing the warning signs for a toxic one can help both teens and adults.

Know the Warning Signs for Toxic Relationships to Stay Safe

Jena Lowry and Lily Thompson, Staff Reporter February 8, 2023

Throughout one's lifetime, relationships help bring one happiness and help with living a fulfilling life. These connections come with a wide variety of rewards. These can include having someone to share...

Dorm Room Basics:  What to Get and From Where

Dorm Room Basics: What to Get and From Where

Bailey Smith, Staff Reporter February 2, 2023

Headed to college next year and planning to live in a dorm?  There are several items that would make adjusting to living in a small space a little easier.  Click through the gallery to see what our staff...

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