The Whirlie Post is the Grimsley student newspaper, dedicated to providing relevant news and impactful stories for the Grimsley community. Current Headlines Discover what's happening at Grimsley! Whirlie Girls Go To Flag Football State Playoffs In its second year, the girls flag football team continues Grimsley’s athletic excellence. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Phillips Despite not having a permanent classroom, Kelly Phillips has settled into life as a Grimsley teacher. Hea dlines Check out other articles from The Whirlie Post Read Here Fact or Fiction? The Whirlie Post wants to hear from you! What stories, rumors, or little-known facts about our school would you like us to investigate? For example, is someone really buried in the auditorium? Tell us what you'd like to know, and we'll try to find out the truth! Tell us the story here Well, I heard... Our Vision Dedicated to creating a community in conversation with itself at Grimsley High School Learn More Letters to the Editor We welcome your respectful thoughts and opinions about the issues and topics discussed in these articles. We may publish your letter in an upcoming publication. First Name Last Name Email Subject Leave us a message... Submit Thanks for submitting!

Current Headlines Discover what's happening at Grimsley! Whirlie Girls Go To Flag Football State Playoffs In its second year, the girls flag football team continues Grimsley’s athletic excellence. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Phillips Despite not having a permanent classroom, Kelly Phillips has settled into life as a Grimsley teacher. Fact or Fiction? The Whirlie Post wants to hear from you! What stories, rumors, or little-known facts about our school would you like us to investigate? For example, is someone really buried in the auditorium? Tell us what you'd like to know, and we'll try to find out the truth! Tell us the story here Well, I heard... Previous Headlines Catch up on what you might have missed at Grimsley! Connecting with Community at Grimsley There are so many different opportunities outside of the classroom at Grimsley High School. Mr. Post Named Teacher of the Year The beloved IB English and Philosophy teacher is held in high regard by both teachers and students. Brooks Buddies Club Reborn Under Grimsley Student Club provides high schoolers with opportunities to work with Brooks Global students and teachers. Meet Your Librarian: Ms. Kiss Tiffany Kiss is new to the Grimsley Media Center this year. Ace the Second Semester: Study Tips for Success How to finish this school year off strong Musical Traditions at Grimsley: Open Mic Night Grimsely’s Modern Band stars in a night filled with Grimsley’s musical talent. Meet Nurse Stockton Keria Stockon is not just Grimsley’s school nurse, but a public health professional. Stress : How Does It Affect You Physically? Learn how stress affects your physical health, and ways to combat it. Renovations of Grimsley To Begin This Summer Bathrooms in Main, Vocational, and Old Science will be renovated. Seeing the Light When There’s No End In Sight Tips on how to combat burnout during the 3rd Quarter Opinion: Renovation Revolution We believe upgrades could transform Grimsley High School Cher Ami Club L'Amitié Internationale at Grimsley is building international relationships through pen pal letters. From Purple Whirlwinds to Navy Whirlies: The History of GHS Even before being named Grimsley, GHS has long been one of the premier high schools in North Carolina. Tight Knit: Grimsley Needlework Club Started by Two Sophomores Club founders want to spread the joy and fun of needlework. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Ostrander Jessie Ostrander knows that math isn’t for everyone, and she’s ok with that. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Brockett Jennifer Brockett, a new art teacher, loves the diversity at Grimsley. Mental health or Work: Do you have to choose? Time management can help you have a healthy balance of both.

Previous Headlines: 2024-2025 Catch up on what you might have missed at Grimsley! Connecting with Community at Grimsley There are so many different opportunities outside of the classroom at Grimsley High School. Mr. Post Named Teacher of the Year The beloved IB English and Philosophy teacher is held in high regard by both teachers and students. Brooks Buddies Club Reborn Under Grimsley Student Club provides high schoolers with opportunities to work with Brooks Global students and teachers. Meet Your Librarian: Ms. Kiss Tiffany Kiss is new to the Grimsley Media Center this year. Ace the Second Semester: Study Tips for Success How to finish this school year off strong Musical Traditions at Grimsley: Open Mic Night Grimsely’s Modern Band stars in a night filled with Grimsley’s musical talent. Meet Nurse Stockton Keria Stockon is not just Grimsley’s school nurse, but a public health professional. Stress : How Does It Affect You Physically? Learn how stress affects your physical health, and ways to combat it. Renovations of Grimsley To Begin This Summer Bathrooms in Main, Vocational, and Old Science will be renovated. Seeing the Light When There’s No End In Sight Tips on how to combat burnout during the 3rd Quarter Opinion: Renovation Revolution We believe upgrades could transform Grimsley High School Cher Ami Club L'Amitié Internationale at Grimsley is building international relationships through pen pal letters. From Purple Whirlwinds to Navy Whirlies: The History of GHS Even before being named Grimsley, GHS has long been one of the premier high schools in North Carolina. Tight Knit: Grimsley Needlework Club Started by Two Sophomores Club founders want to spread the joy and fun of needlework. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Ostrander Jessie Ostrander knows that math isn’t for everyone, and she’s ok with that. Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Brockett Jennifer Brockett, a new art teacher, loves the diversity at Grimsley. Mental health or Work: Do you have to choose? Time management can help you have a healthy balance of both. Check Out Current Articles from The Whirlie Post Read Here

Previous Headlines: 2023-2024 Catch up on what you might have missed at Grimsley! Beloved Teacher Makes Musical Magic at Grimsley Marshall “MJ” Johnson celebrates his 20th anniversary leading vocal music at Grimsley. Grimsley Bathrooms to Be Renovated This Summer. Indoor cosmetic renovations, as well as bathrooms and AC will be addressed during summer renovations. Ramadan: My Perspective as a Grimsley Student What does this holy month mean to Muslims and what is the purpose of fasting? Film By Grimsley Student Wins State Competition Golden Dawn director and Grimsley senior Alexander Carpenter aspires to be a successful filmmaker. Donuts: A Perspective A look at producer J Dilla and his unmatched legacy. Athlete Spotlight: Drew Mascia This Grimsley runner is not only an outstanding athlete, but also a hard worker! Giving Back to Grimsley Grimsley Goods finds ways to create a better Grimsley. Student Council Brings Back T.W.I.R.P. Dance Despite challenges, the Student Council hopes the dance will become a spring staple. Three Grimsley Poets Voted Finalists Poems by Nasir Crawford, Rainey Thompson, and Zai’ere Watson were selected in the GCS poetry competition. A Tribute to Molly Rotunda The Grimsley community mourns the loss of a beloved alumna. Objection Your Honor! Grimsley's Mock Trial Club prepares students for the future. Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Potts and Ms. Williams Meet two first-year teachers at Grimsley! Anxiety Is Real I struggle with anxiety in high school. Do you? “Overwhelmed” Grimsley Senior Charlotte Williams overcomes her anxiety. The Whirlie Cafe Exceptional students serve up coffee and gain valuable experience. Seminar Class Cooks Up A Storm GHS Seminar Class finds its sweet spot with a weekly baking competition. Swann Middle to Be Shut Down, Renovated Major changes to Swann Middle School bring mixed reactions from students and teachers. Athlete Spotlight Swimmer Ellie Hunt speeds her way through the water to a successful season. Catch the Beat: Praises for Legendary Chillhop Artists Nujabes and Shing02 engineer the chill sounds of Lo-Fi Hip-Hop. Whirlie Trends Make Friends and Fun Fads in music and school essentials fuel self-expression, giving students a place to belong. What Happened to the School Newspaper? Join us as we dive into the history of the High Life. Check Out Current Articles from The Whirlie Post Read Here

Mental health or Work: Do you have to choose? Time management can help you have a healthy balance of both. By Vishruth Bhargava December 17, 2024 High school is tough, and many students find themselves stressing and sacrificing their mental health in the name of good grades. In fact, some students report that when they feel overworked and decide to take it easy on the schoolwork and studying, their grade starts to drop, which makes them stress even more. All this seems to be a vicious cycle, so what can stop it? Time is key to a better balance. One student says that because of the amount of time they spend on school work and studying, they are unable to really pursue hobbies and interests that make them happy, thus ruining their mood. Because of this common occurrence, time management is one way to improve your mental health while still getting your work done, and there are some methods to manage your time well that I find work well. Set a to-do list to picture how much you have to do for the day and how long you have to finish it. I recently started to use this method and it has worked wonders for me, especially if you are one to overestimate how much work you have. Limit distraction during work. Excessive distractions during work are usually not mentally rewarding and they just extend the amount of time you need to get work done. If working time extends then the amount of downtime you have shrinks, therefore diminishing your mood and mental health. I did this a lot and found myself with little time to do the things I wanted, until I realized that my phone was a big issue to my productivity. Try not to procrastinate. Procrastination is a big problem with me and, reportedly, with many of my peers. Procrastination is logically redundant because you have to do that work eventually anyway, so why wait? The human brain prioritizes happiness now over more lasting happiness later, according to Solvingprocrastination.com. This is why many people, including myself, procrastinate a lot. Despite this human nature, I recently cut back on procrastination due to something I realized that was dragging my mood. When a person procrastinates, the fun they have in the moment is ruined by the looming feeling that they have work to do, and they feel bad the whole day, but if they do work first and then play, they feel accomplishment after finishing their work, and they can enjoy their hobbies without that looming feeling of unfinished work dragging them down. Increasing productivity when working is an important part of having more downtime, but what you do with downtime is equally as important to maximizing your mental state and your mood. Stressful activities and dangerous activities can lower your mental state even further which is why it is important to choose activities that are soothing, fun, or exciting. Some things that Psychology Today recommends that can calm you down are: Taking a hot bath or shower Painting or coloring Listening to your favorite song Play a game you enjoy like Monopoly or UNO Or doing any other things that bring you joy Like all things in life, balance is key when dealing with improving your mental health. Finding the right balance for yourself can be the difference between a happy high school experience and burnout, so find a balance to maximize academic success and the happiness in your everyday life. Please speak to your counselor if you have any more issues with your mental health or if you have any more questions. Continue reading "Overwhelmed": Grimsley Senior Charlotte Williams overcomes her anxiety.

Team Captain Alaya Mesa (#4) has learned a lot from playing flag football. Photo curtesy of Alaya Mesa. Whirlie Girls Go To Flag Football State Playoffs In its second year, the girls flag football team continues Grimsley’s athletic excellence. By Juliet Fisher January 23, 2026 Grimsley had two football teams in the running for a state championship this year. There was a boys' varsity football team that won the state championship. And in only its second year, the Grimsley girls' flag football team made it to the state playoffs. The Whirlie flag football team finished the fall 2025 regular season with a 10-2 record after shutting out seven opponents, including Page and Northwest, and winning the conference. Grimsley only started a flag football team in the fall of 2024 as part of a larger initiative by Guilford County Schools to offer a more inclusive and safer alternative to football. This is the first year flag football had a state championship in North Carolina, and the team was excited to participate. They defeated Enloe in the first playoff round before falling to Southern Durham in the second round in late November. Coach Mike Kennedy has been coaching the team for both years. “I love coaching these girls,” he said. “They have so much courage, trying a new sport. Many of them didn't know anything about flag football before this team.” Flag football is the fastest-growing American sport. According to NFL Operations, the number of girls ages 8-17 playing flag football increased by 63% between 2019 and 2023. Flag football gained major recognition when it was added to the 2028 Olympics, which will be held in Los Angeles. Last fall, the Grimsley team practiced every Monday through Thursday for 1 ½ hours. A typical practice began with some stretching. After stretching, the team came together to review some defensive and offensive techniques. At the end of practice, the team faced each other in a scrimmage. One of this year's team captains is Grimsley senior Alaya Mesa. This is Mesa's second year on the flag football team. Flag football has impacted her life in ways she never expected. “Being a team captain teaches you patience and helps you learn how to take accountability,” Mesa said. “Being a captain teaches you to lead with your heart and helps you become a better person.” Mesa leads with the same discipline, focus, and strategy she carries from her athletic ability. “As a captain, I really look forward to the team's energy,” she said. “It makes it easy to appreciate and connect with the team because their energy is so contagious and uplifting.” Grimsley junior Stella Lanier returned for a second year on the team. “My friends and I wanted to try it last year when it first started,” Lanier said. “I fell in love with the sport.” Lanier also plays soccer. “Playing soccer, there is a lot more pressure. Because flag football is such a new sport, we are all still learning together. It's fun.” “I am so proud of my team,” Coach Mike said. “I always remind them to play together as a unit. It takes everyone on the team to win.” Lanier reports the same. “Coming together as not only a team, but as a family and working together is one of the most important things I will take away from this team.”

Ms. Kelly Phillips in one of her classrooms. Photo by Briella Buterbaugh Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Phillips Despite not having a permanent classroom, Kelly Phillips has settled into life as a Grimsley teacher. By Briella Buterbaugh January 23, 2026 We give a warm welcome to many new teachers this year, one of whom is Ms. Kelly Phillips. Ms. Phillips teaches Honors Biology and Earth and Environmental Science. Her favorite thing to teach about is cells, saying “...all the things it can do are interesting.” Even though she teaches in the New Science building, it may be challenging to find her around the building. Ms. Phillips does not have a classroom, and spends her days moving around to different teachers' classrooms. “It’s been a little bit of a challenge, but now that I’ve kind of got into the rhythm and know what to expect, just like anything, it's gotten better,” Ms. Phillips said. Originally Ms. Phillips had no intention of being in the education field. She was offered a teaching job after graduating college and took it, starting at Alan J. Middle teaching Social Studies and Science. In addition to her teaching certification, Ms. Phillips has an early childhood development and psychology degree, as well as an academically gifted certification. “I like learning,” Ms. Phillips said, “and I feel like I keep pushing myself to learn new things.” She’s made a great impact on her students this year. Lily Wildman, a biology honors student, said, “I look forward to Ms. Phillips' class every day, she is truly one of the most kind, fun, and patient teachers I have ever had.” Ms. Phillips gives good tips and advice to students. “Don’t be afraid to take chances, don’t be afraid to make a mistake, and know that’s how we learn. Don’t put pressure on yourselves and understand we do encounter those problems; it's what prepares us for future situations.”

Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Ostrander Jessie Ostrander knows that math isn’t for everyone, and she’s ok with that. By Ashley Crowell December 17, 2024 Jessie Ostrander has a teaching philosophy that may seem counterintuitive for a math teacher. “Math is not as important as I thought it was,” the first-year Grimsley teacher said. “I’ve learned a lot more about how there are so many different kinds of students in my classroom.” Ms. Ostrander has realized that some students will never love math or use it all the time, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be successful in life. “There are so many different kinds of success and ways to be successful, and that is just one tool in one kind of success,” she said. Ms. Ostrander is new to Grimsley; in fact, she is new to teaching. This is her first year ever teaching. She had previously worked in IT after majoring in computer science at college. “I just got tired of working a 9 to 5 job where I sat at a computer, and I didn’t talk to people, and I worked from home most of the time,” she said. Ms. Ostrander had wanted to be a teacher ever since she was 12 years old. Ms. Ostrander remembers being in middle school and thinking, “If I was a math teacher, I would do things this way…I’ve just always had that thought in my head, that I want to be a math teacher and I want to teach things this way.” While she may have had a clear idea of how she wanted to teach when she was 12 years old, Ms. Ostrander still struggled this fall finding her teaching style. “I want to get to the end of the year and have a really good idea how to set up my next school year,” she said. “Every day is a learning opportunity, and each time I teach something, it is the first time I’m teaching this. I’m kind of trying out a bunch of different things.” Though there have been many challenges in the transition, Ms. Ostrander has found unexpected joys along the way. She enjoys the conversations she has with students, learning about their interests and the ways they learn. “Finding something that I could talk to the student about that has nothing to do with math, it’s just so great to get to know people as people,” she said. “That makes it easier then to be a teacher when you have that kind of relationship built on human interaction.” “I’ve always known at least in theory that what works for one person doesn’t work for everybody, but knowing that and knowing it because you’ve experienced it and seen it are very different.” These student interactions have really changed Ms. Ostrander’s perspective on teaching. She is implementing this philosophy not just in her teaching style, but even in her classroom itself. By adding lamps, posters and other decorative touches, Ms. Ostrander hopes to create a better learning environment for her students. “I don’t want people to come in here and immediately have their mindset affected before they even have to do math,” she said. “I honestly think that having just a little bit of a different lighting and cozy touches here and there can completely reset your mind and the way you feel about a math class the moment you step into the door.” Ms. Ostrander has noticed that since she made the changes to her room, her students have been more present and engaged in class. Whether it is how to structure her lesson plan or how to decorate her room, Ms. Ostrander always keeps her students at the forefront of her mind. “They’re people who have so much going on outside of their classes,” she said. “And there’s something I can do as their teacher to help support them through that, no matter what kind of thing they’re going through.”

After a decade of silence, Grimsley's student voice returns. Reviving a century-old newspaper legacy, The Whirlie Post connects Grimsley's vibrant community. Through self-expression and camaraderie, we build our future upon the foundations of the past. What Happened to the School Newspaper? Join us as we dive into the history of the High Life. By Heidi White Jan. 29, 2024 Have you ever heard of family members getting school newspapers or have you seen them on TV shows? The high school newspaper is a popular fixture of American culture. “The newspaper is a greater treasure to the people than uncounted millions of gold,” said Henry Ward Beecher, an influential clergyman of the 19th century. Many students may not know that Grimsley once had a newspaper called High Life. It ran in the school from 1920 to 2013 and would include school events, sports, local news stories, stories about athletes, and the issues students cared about. Several editions featured letters to the editor concerning Vietnam War protests, illegal drug use, and even opinions on the student dress code. A special edition was dedicated to the graduating seniors and included popular features such as the senior class's will. Ms. Lynn Rozelman, a fixture at Grimsley from 1998 to 2021, taught Yearbook, Newspaper and English. Yet as Grimsley grew, more core classes were needed, and Ms. Rozelman was assigned to teach additional English classes. The elective newspaper class was cut, causing the High LIfe to cease publication in 2013. Ms. Rozelman attempted to bring back the High Life digitally with a creative writing class in 2015, but after that school year the creative writing class was cut as well. For many years, Grimsley was without a newspaper. Newspapers serve an essential role in communities, and have done so for hundreds of years. As Thomas Jefferson said, “Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.” School newspapers serve an important role by providing information about clubs and extracurricular activities, events happening at the school and building community among the students by sharing ideas and personal stories. After several years without this integral part of Grimsley, a new newspaper, The Whirlie Post, will take up the mantle of the High Life and continue providing the essential services of a school newspaper. Though it is not yet a class, The Post is a club that desires to grow more and more through new members and more influence, to truly embody the spirit and community of Grimsley. Participating in a school newspaper provides an outlet for self-expression, and a way to “be a part of history,” said Ms. Rozelman. She remembers “the camaraderie of the students” as one of her favorite parts about teaching the newspaper class. If you are interested in being a part of building a community at Grimsley High School, contact Ms. Hunt-Ward in room 217, or Mr. Sharpnack in room 200. Ashley Crowell contributed to this article.

Meet Nurse Stockton Keria Stockon is not just Grimsley’s school nurse, but a public health professional. By Sally Nagappan February 26, 2025 Have you ever had a question about one of your classes, needed help changing your schedule or needed to pick up a form? If you have, you have likely gone to the counseling office. When you were in the counseling you may have noticed a room in the very back of the office. This is the office of Grimsley’s school nurse. Nurse Keria Stockton is the school nurse at Grimley and has been working at the school for about three years. Before becoming a school nurse, Nurse Stockton worked as a nurse in a hospital, where she helped patients who were on life-sustaining care and medication. However, Nurse Stockton had an interest in working with a more consistent population. She felt being a school nurse would provide this. She also wanted to be able to prevent health issues in the first place. “I wanted to challenge myself to be a part of the care team that works more on the preventative front and that’s what school health offers,” Nurse Stockton said. Unfortunately, when you walked into the counseling office, you may have noticed that Nurse Stockton’s office was dark and empty. This is because Nurse Stockton travels to several different schools, middle and elementary included, so sometimes she is not available when day-to-day health issues come up. Because of this she must train other school staff to assist with these issues. “Between my assigned schools, I help take care of approximately 2,500 students…1 nurse,” Nurse Stockton said. In addition, Nurse Stockton explained that it is very challenging when there is a situation that she is not able to fix such as helping a student get the medication they need or eyeglasses. “Sometimes I wish I could hold the hands of the parents and students and walk them through the process so that the student’s needs can quickly be met,” Nurse Stockton said. However whenever she is able to help Nurse Stockton takes pride in being able to see the effect that her hard work has had in helping a student. As such since Nurse Stockton is involved in helping students in many ways so no two days look exactly alike. “There’s no such thing [as a typical day] in this specialty of nursing. While I am the school nurse at Grimsley, my primary role is a public health nurse, and public health is very fluid,” Nurse Stockton said. One common misconception about school nurses is that they are only there to help with minor injuries such as cuts or headaches. Being a school nurse actually, means a lot more than handing students ice or bandages for injuries. While school nurses are certainly able to help with those types of injuries, they mostly are there to provide education, community outreach and provide help to students' and their family so that individual health can be met.

Behind Grimsley's high achievement lurks a silent crisis - student anxiety. Counselors urge struggling teens to open up about panic attacks and pressure to succeed. With coping strategies and compassionate support, we can address these overlooked mental health issues. Anxiety Is Real I struggle with anxiety in high school. Do you? By Ashley Crowell Feb. 29, 2024 “Toughen up buttercup!” “Boys don’t cry!” Has anyone ever said something like this to you when you were feeling anxious? Often anxiety gets dismissed as unimportant or weak, when actually, anxiety is a real issue for many people. Most people feel slight anxiety every now and then, which is normal. Some people feel anxiety so acutely that they develop something called “panic attacks,” which are sudden and overwhelming feelings of anxiety. Anxiety can be debilitating and prevent people from participating in everyday activities to avoid triggering these feelings. When this happens, it’s time to ask for help. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concerns in the United States. More than 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1% ) have an anxiety disorder, according to The National Alliance on Mental Illness. To many, these people are just statistics, far off numbers that don’t really affect their lives. But anxiety can affect all of us when we least expect it. It happened to me. I had just started a new year in high school, and everything seemed to be too much, but I was handling it. Then suddenly one morning, two things happened in quick succession that crumbled my careful facade of composure. I was so shaken, I couldn’t keep going. I sat in my car and breathed deeply for a few minutes, praying for peace. After calling to mind several of my favorite Bible verses, I was able to work through what I was feeling and return to the regular routine. Yet I was affected for the rest of the day. This is just a very small example of how debilitating anxiety can be. Anxiety can come in many forms, with a variety of symptoms ranging from emotional to physical. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, symptoms can include: Feelings of apprehension or dread. Feeling tense or jumpy. Pounding or racing heart and shortness of breath. Sweating, tremors and twitches. Headaches, fatigue and insomnia. Susan B. Marsh, a guidance counselor at Grimsley, notes that for many teens, anxiety can be caused by academic pressure to be successful, which can be from parents, or even from themselves. Yet not all anxiety has an obvious cause. “Sometimes people are anxious and they don’t know why they’re anxious,” Ms. Marsh said. How do teens cope with all of the anxiety in their daily lives? Along with spiritual practices like prayer, here are some additional coping strategies from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America: Take a break. Eat balanced meals. Exercise regularly. Breathe. Accept that you are not perfect. Set small, achievable goals instead of broad expectations. Yet sometimes these strategies are not enough. Sometimes you may reach a point where you need more—where anxiety continues to affect how you live your life on a daily basis. If you are struggling with severe anxiety, there are people at Grimsley, like the guidance counselors, who will walk beside you through this struggle, and resources that are available to help. Please remember this: you are not alone. Continue reading "Overwhelmed": Grimsley Senior Charlotte Williams overcomes her anxiety.

Opinion: Renovation Revolution We believe upgrades could transform Grimsley High School By Aissatou Coly and Heather Monge-Ceciliano February 11, 2025 Grimsley High School, founded in 1899, is one of the oldest schools in Guilford County. In 2005, it was established as a historic site in Greensboro. Grimsley has served thousands of students in Guilford County throughout the decades, but as the years go by, our campus is beginning to show the wear and tear of the many students who have walked the campus. Furthermore, the outdated structure can pose a safety hazard to students, faculty, and staff if not addressed. Grimsley is built upon a foundation of rich history; however, the school could use a facelift to continue to serve generations to come. In our opinion, the school can become even more competitive by modernizing the classrooms for comfort, the cafeteria for better flow of student traffic for better efficiency of lunchtime, and updating the classroom furniture & technology to keep students engaged. In addition, one nice touch to the facelift of the school could be to bring back a vintage touch of lockers. The school could readjust the scheduling of classes to allow students to take part in this tradition of enjoying a locker, which could help alleviate the strain put on students due to heavy book bags. While a majority of students, like Christian Burnett, think that “Grimsley is a pretty great school,” they also believe that there are many things that could be improved at the school. For example, students like Faith Burnett believe that “new bathrooms and better-smelling classrooms would make Grimsley a happy and better place.” Christian Burnett also believes that “by fixing the bathrooms and wall chippings, the school would feel safer and cleaner” and “more art presented throughout the school, especially in older buildings like Old Science, would help make the building happier.” Overall, while many students love Grimsley High School, a lot of students believe that Grimsley would be a much better place if things such as the bathrooms were fixed. These improvements would allow Grimsley to continue serving students for years to come.