Hays High School's Official Student Newspaper

The Guidon Online

Hays High School's Official Student Newspaper

The Guidon Online

Hays High School's Official Student Newspaper

The Guidon Online

Thor: Ragnarok premiered worldwide on Nov. 3 and is currently showing at the local Hays AMC Theater.

‘Thor: Ragnarok’ is a breath of fresh air

Amiyah Gonzalez, Assistant Editor November 6, 2017

'Thor: Ragnarok' is a 2017 Marvel movie directed by Taika Waititi. The film stars Chris Hemsworth as the title character, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson, Mark Ruffalo and...

The Merciless, written in 2014, by Danielle Vega gives readers a thrill. The book is part of a trilogy.

‘The Merciless’ showcases unrelenting violence

Isabelle Braun, Online Editor October 23, 2017

“The Merciless” by Danielle Vega in 2014, is a novel based on the life of new student Sofia Flores. The book starts by explaining that her mother is transferred because of her work, and Sofia must...

The Girls has received critical acclaim ever since its release.

‘The Girls’ is an interesting, psychological journey

Amiyah Gonzalez, Assistant Editor October 19, 2017

'The Girls' by newcomer Emma Cline, is a 2016 novel following the main character, Evie, in two different timelines. It first follows Evie in present day where she is house sitting. Someone makes an off-handed...

XXXTentacion earned a spot on the 2017 XXL Freshman class prior to the release of his album 17.

XXXTentacion takes genre leap with album ’17’

Lacey Gregory, Editor-in-Chief September 22, 2017

Despite the turmoil currently surrounding his personal life, Jahseh Onfroy, otherwise known as XXXTentacion, has managed to release several chart-toppers in this, his first year of fame. The Florida...

It is currently playing in theatres

‘It’ is a worthwhile adaptation

Amiyah Gonzalez, Assistant Editor September 11, 2017

“It” is an adaptation of Stephen King’s novel of the same name. It follows the lives of seven children, deemed the Loser’s Club, dealing with the pressure of growing up, school, bullies and a demonic...

Nonames Telefone both entertaining and innovative

Noname’s ‘Telefone’ both entertaining and innovative

Scout Perryman, Staff Reporter September 8, 2017

Noname’s “Telefone” is the artist’s first mixtape. Noname, who also goes by Noname Gypsy made a splash in the rap community by being a feature in Chance the Rapper’s hit mix tape “Acid Rap”...

Thirteen Reasons Why last seven episodes recap and review

Thirteen Reasons Why last seven episodes recap and review

Madison Crees, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 28, 2017

  Warning: This review contains a profound amount of spoilers as I do a play-by-play of my emotions through each episode. You have been warned. Do not read on if you don’t want things spoiled....

Netflixs Thirteen Reasons Why first six episodes recap and review

Netflix’s Thirteen Reasons Why first six episodes recap and review

Madison Crees, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 28, 2017

Warning: This review contains a profound amount of spoilers as I do a play-by-play of my emotions through each episode. You have been warned. Do not read on if you don't want things spoiled. Do not blame...

Never Let Me Go is an intriguing must-read

“Never Let Me Go” is an intriguing must-read

Amiyah Gonzalez, Staff Reporter April 12, 2017

The titillating novel “Never Let Me Go”, by veteran author Kazuo Ishiguro, was a 2005 dystopian novel. The novel opens with the British character Kathy, who talks of a world divided by carers, donors...

12 Angry Jurors production interesting and professional

’12 Angry Jurors’ production interesting and professional

Lacey Gregory, Associate Editor March 27, 2017

Under the direction of Bill Gasper, this years’ Spring Play was an adaptation of “12 Angry Men” retitled “12 Angry Jurors” due to the mixed gender of the cast. The storyline centers around...

Semper Femina gives perspective on female relationships

“Semper Femina” gives perspective on female relationships

Hannah Norris, Staff Reporter March 10, 2017

Throughout her nearly decade-long career, British folk musician Laura Marling has seen many evolutions. Her latest album, “Semper Femina,” lands her in one of the most intimate, constructive places...

Ill Give You the Sun is both intriguing, inspiring

“I’ll Give You the Sun” is both intriguing, inspiring

Kara Brooks, Editor February 22, 2017

The novel “I’ll Give You the Sun”, written by Jandy Nelson, is a critically acclaimed novel that has won a large number of awards. It centers around twins Noah and Jude. Jude is an adventurous, bold...

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