Have you recently seen others playing a game with a board and several pieces? Well, if you have, the game that you have seen is the game of chess. Chess has been a game of strategy and intellectual ability for centuries. In recent years, however, chess has grown in popularity for many reasons. From tournaments to casual play, chess has attracted masses of players, and its appeal continues to grow. One reason for chess’s renewed…
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Spring Sports are starting next week! If you are in a fall or winter sport and hoping to stay in shape for it, consider joining the FHE Track and Field team! The Track and Field team is a friendly and supportive community and so much fun. There is no prior experience necessary, so don’t be afraid to try something new! You will improve your speed, endurance, and vert, which can help with your performance in…
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Winter has always been the best season for various reasons (in my opinion). None of which could be enjoyed with this year’s “winter.” Ponds and lakes did not freeze and most of the snow on the ski hills is man-made and icy snow. Where did winter go? I remember snow pounding on Michigan and having a solid number of snow days each year. Forest Hills has only closed 3 times due to weather this year…
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Senior speech auditions are around the corner, and a handful of students are willing to take this burden upon themselves to leave an everlasting impression on their classmates. Those 3 minutes will embody everything that those brave souls worked for; with it, demand the highest skills in the schools. Giving a presentation in class is one thing, but doing the same in front of parents, the Senior class, and the Junior class, while being broadcasted…
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Last Wednesday, FHE’s Quiz Bowl team punched their ticket to the state tournament for the first time since 2019. After winning the Metro Grand Rapids Quiz Bowl League week 4 tournament, Eastern’s A team will be traveling to Michigan State University in April to compete for a state title. The team is made up of senior Presidents Shambhabi Guatam, Leandra Swanson, Adam Rhodes (‘24), Andre Stoll (‘24), and Olin Bauer (‘25). This victory was especially…
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Grand Rapids has so many fascinating boroughs outside of its metropolitan area, one of which I believe is severely ignored by the people of Forest Hills Eastern. The victim at hand? Eastown. Located just 12 minutes away from the heart of Ada, Eastown feels like it’s in another world. The neighborhood, which directly borders East Grand Rapids, is considered the premier landing place for many of Grand Rapids’s hipsters. One of the most diverse areas…
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On February 14th, Joby Pool appeared before a courthouse, a far cry from the usual Valentine’s Day dinner. He attended court on an account of theft, but what he stole caused the most surprise: 200,000 Cadbury Creme Eggs, over $37,000 worth. The classic Easter treat’s origin story is more extensive than one would think. In 1824, John Cadbury opened a quaint coffee, tea, and drinking chocolate shop in Birmingham, England. John Cadbury decided to experiment…
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Everybody knows who Adrian Martinez (’26) is, but do really we know who he is? He is appreciated by all and always there for those poor souls who feel as if they aren’t strong enough to open the doors themselves. Adrian is an excellent contributor to the Eastern Crew and Swim teams. If you feel the need to make him a thank-you gift, his favorite candy is Hershey’s and his favorite color is dark blue.…
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The NBA All-Star Weekend is a festival held every February in the middle of the season as a break for the players and fans from regular-season basketball. The weekend consists of basketball games, exhibitions, and performances, giving both the fans and the players a memorable time. It is also right after the trade deadline, which included many blockbusters from team to team, such as Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks and Kevin Durant to the…
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Where will I end up when I am older and how will I get there? This is a question many adolescents and teenagers ask themselves, especially as they inch closer to high school graduation and adulthood. What options are out there and how do you get information for that field of study? The main and most popular option is college, but that path is not for everyone. With more and more options for post-secondary education…
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