Door Handle, Grade 9 Dear Upstream, I feel so alone all the time. Why does no one like me? I am such a cool person. Maybe even the coolest.  But I am properly alone.   -Please dawg Contrary...

This story is a continuation of Upstream’s coverage on CVHS’s Class of 2022 valedictorian Jessica Lin and salutatorian Jahrel Noble. The story can be read here. Jessica Lin’s Story Jahrel Noble’s...

“My parents were born in Iran.” A sentence I say with little weight constantly. I don’t have time to explain what that really means. To explain everything the simple statement keeps hidden.  “Yes,...

Out of 155 CVHS students surveyed by Upstream News on their sexual education knowledge, only one student received a perfect score. The questions tested respondents on a variety of topics including, but...

On March 29th, the non-profit think-tank Principles of Operative Ordure Potential for Youth (POOPY) released their most recent evaluation of bathrooms at Carnegie Vanguard High School. In a rigorous analysis...

There’s this perfect feminist.  She talks about politics and criticizes those who don’t. She doesn’t wear makeup unless it’s to make a point. She’s loud and constantly makes herself heard....

If voters reelect current Governor Greg Abbott in November, he plans to enact a "Parental Bill of Rights," which would give parents greater control over student education. The bill would allow parents...

Stage lights shining down, the scent of paint on set pieces in the air, and the chattering of young thespians welcome a new face to the theatre. Raul Arita, a senior studying Theatre Education at the University...

The first day I ever drove her home, I told her that she could play her music if she wanted to.                 “No, I’m alright, my music taste is bad”  What’s that about? Even though...

Yarn tugs against sore fingers, a bright hook flashing between loops. A form emerges--a hat, a scarf, a small animal. From the English Hall to the Math Hall, from Social Studies to Science, crocheting...

Squirt. Squelch. Splat. Orange oozes through Noah Mohamed’s tightening fist, prompting the students huddled around the spectacle to cringe away. Several groans of disgust resound throughout the...

This past August, the IPCC (the International Panel of Climate Change) issued their 2021 report, saying there will be a 1.5°C increase in the global temperature over the span of 2 years. Interviews with...