Features – Oviedo Journalism

Students, staff share supernatural experiences

October 31, 2019

This story was originally published in the first edition of The Lion’s Tale (October 28, 2019). As “spooky season” is upon us, it seems time to share the paranormal experiences of the residents at Oviedo High School, who ...

The Crucible production process

October 31, 2019

The science of scares

Patrick Costello, Editor-in-chief

October 30, 2019

This story was originally published in the first edition of The Lion’s Tale (October 28, 2019). If there is one fundamental principle of human behavior, it’s that man tends to seek pleasure and avoid pain and distress. So...

Behind the scenes: suspenseful aspects of horror films

Tessa Kowalski, Editor-in-cheif

October 30, 2019

This story was originally published in the first edition of The Lion’s Tale (October 28, 2019). Scary movies have become a growing genre in the movie industry and have become more popular over the years. But they have diff...

New educators adjust to life at OHS

Emma Yost, Online Editor

October 10, 2019

This story was originally published in the first edition of The Lion’s Tale (October 1, 2019). This school year, Oviedo High School students may notice a few new faces standing up at the front of their classrooms. With new te...

Students address dress code concerns

Skylar Zern, Reporter

October 10, 2019

This story was originally published in the first edition of The Lion’s Tale (October 1, 2019). From originating in 16th century London to affecting a majority of schools today, there’s no denying that dress code has evolved ov...

NJROTC drills precision in competitions

April 1, 2019

Cultural expectations damage male self-perception

Bryn Garick, Editor

March 27, 2019

This story was originally published in the fifth edition of The Lion’s Tale (March 14, 2019). Toxic masculinity is a term that has become popular recently. According to the American Psychological Association, masculinity n...

Changes in tech lead to rise of new conspiracies

S. Sridharan, News Editor

March 20, 2019

This story was originally published in the fifth edition of The Lion’s Tale (March 14, 2019). In the soft blue light of the screen, faces flicker. Scrolling through endless text, watching hundreds of frames flash by, freshman...

Spring week springs new traditions

Emma Yost, Online editor

January 23, 2019

WEB EXCLUSIVE At the end of January, Oviedo High School will be having its first ever Spring Week. The dress up days include floral prints, dress up as a teacher, class day, meme day, and a pep rally on Friday to top it off. ...

Teachers offer various forms of extra credit in class

Emma Yost, Online editor

December 14, 2018

This story was originally published in the third edition of The Lion’s Tale (December 7, 2018). Students love extra credit. It can boost a grade quickly, but sometimes it takes a lot of effort to finish an essay or project. S...

English course enrollment shifts due to senior project

Abbie Wydra, Entertainment editor

December 12, 2018

This story was originally published in the third edition of The Lion’s Tale (December 7, 2018). The senior project is something every student at Oviedo High School hears about their freshman year. It’s a massive project ...