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Tribal Tribune

The student news site of Wando High School

Tribal Tribune

The student news site of Wando High School

Tribal Tribune

Retiring teachers leave deep impression
Retiring teachers leave deep impression
Brittany Wagener, Staff Writer • June 6, 2024

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Caffeine: just how bad can it be?
Caffeine: just how bad can it be?
Lili Ambrose, Entertainment Editor • May 7, 2024

The most common addiction is on the rise among young generations. Caffeine. As of late, an increase in popularity amongst a variety of caffeinated drinks is causing teenagers and children to be exposed to the stimulant...

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Exceptional Education athlete Taryn Uyak poses with members of the football team at this year’s Special Olympics. “I won that race that day; I feel happy,” Uyak said.
The latest
Emma Stanton, Sports Editor • May 7, 2024

After last year’s return of the Charleston County Special Olympics, hosted by Wando, exceptional education athletes from across the district came flocking to the school to participate in the games for the 2nd annual event. Kevin...

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Crush Yard member Bryan Garris prepares to serve  to his teammate. “I really love the atmosphere of Crush Yard; it’s the perfect hangout.”
New Mt. Pleasant business set to ‘Crush’ it
Hayden Pinto, Staff Writer • March 20, 2024

Plastic rackets, a plastic ball, a short net, and a kitchen. Pickleball is taking the world by storm. And the newest attraction is within a mile of the school. The Crush Yard, located on the corner of Highway 17 and National...

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Lagestee plans to double major at Auburn University. “Auburn really caught my attention specifically because of their band program in addition to their medical program as well,” Lagestee said.
Seniors peruse collegiate and military futures
Hayden Pinto, Lili Ambrose, and Simone Nihalani June 11, 2024

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Together, the team will cross over 11 state lines and camp in various national parks. “This is a new experience for all of us and we can only lean on eachother throughout it,” McKay said
Once in a lifetime opportunity
Hayden Pinto, Staff Writer • June 11, 2024

With over 2,800 miles ahead, the unknown lurks around. The journey begins in senior Ava McKay’s Nissan Rogue. The sign comes into view... 3... 2... 1... they have reached North Carolina, just one of nearly 15 state crossings. For...

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Senior Caden Lagestee and others
performers sign to continue their careers in the performing arts.
Spring: Fine arts signing for success
Hayden Pinto, Staff Writer • June 11, 2024

On May 1, Wando held its first ever Fine Arts Signing Day for all students who planned on continuing their education in various fields of fine arts. Fields of study ranged from commercial music, instrument performance, and...

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This was the team’s first time competing and Wando’s first time back in years. “Getting fourth place on a national level is something that I would say majority of high school students will never accomplish in their career... So for Wando, being our first year back, winning state and then getting a championship placement [at] nationals was better than I could even imagine,” Gordon said.
Culinary team creates restaurant
Morgan Cook, Co-Editor in Chief • June 6, 2024

Food preparations. Floor plans. Script practices. Concept corrections. All for one common dream. A restaurant. Senior Cooper Stapleton along with juniors Sarah Dzielinski and Remell Bagtas all created a hypothetical restaurant...

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While founding the Middle East and Muslim Club, Junior Marym Abouelella wanted to create a space for students from similar backgrounds to connect 
and grow. “One thing we had [talked about] was a Culture Day... I’ve already spoken to [admin Kristy] Williams that they’re going to implement here [at 
Wando] to represent everyone’s cultures at once,” Abouelella said
A journey in faith and leadership
Lili Ambrose, Entertainment Editor • May 9, 2024

An accomplishment in her faith, a milestone in her journey for inclusivity, a celebration of her culture. Junior Marym Abouelella devotes herself to connecting with students by starting and leading the Middle East and Muslim...

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Tribal Tribune Senior Appreciation
Noah Iverson, Web Editor • June 6, 2024

This year’s Tribal Tribune staff placed 7th in the nation for Best of Show at the fall National Scholastic Press Association conference in...

Guns tear holes in our state
Guns tear holes in our state
Morgan Cook, Co-Editor in Chief • May 13, 2024

Imagine walking down King Street, shopping and enjoying the day. Suddenly, you see someone as young as 18, carrying a firearm in public, just...

The strength of sobriety
Lili Ambrose, Entertainment Editor • May 9, 2024

Twenty-five years ago, my father made the decision to give up on his life submerged in alcohol for a life to live with my mother. Even through...

Tribal Tribune Volume 49 Issue 7
Tribal Tribune Volume 49 Issue 7
June 11, 2024



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Staff Update
Staff Update
November 9, 2023

1st Place, National Sports Story of the Year - Senior Jordan DeMario, Tribal Tribune 1st Place, Best of Show, Sports Photo - Junior Gabbi...

About Tribal Tribune
About Tribal Tribune
May 31, 2019

Tribal Tribune is the student-run newspaper of Wando High school in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Wando High School is made up of over 2,600 students and Tribal Tribune...

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