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The Student News Site of Grant Community High School

The Bark

The Student News Site of Grant Community High School

The Bark

The Student News Site of Grant Community High School

The Bark

2024-2025 Staff

Dakota Cleaver
Editor in Chief

Dakota Cleaver

Hey y'all! My name is Dakota Cleaver and I am a senior (class 2025). I joined journalism looking for a writing outlet and a way to make friends which is exactly what I found. Journalism has played such an important role in my...

Briseis Zequeida
Editor in Chief

Briseis Zequeida

I joined Journalism to express my love for media. I love being a leader and showcasing my ability to write, speak, learn quickly, and pick up on small details. I am excited to spend my senior year with the journalism staff!

Nick Hansen
Features Editor

Nick Hansen

Hi there! My name is Nick and I am a Sophomore and Features Editor. I joined Journalism because I enjoy connecting people through my writing and I've always loved to write for people. Journalism is essential because we need to...

Julia Jarol
Head Copy Editor

Julia Jarol

I first joined journalism because of a natural love for writing since I was in about 4th grade. Journalism is an important part of day-to-day life in order to stay updated within the community. Currently I am the Head Copy Editor. Outside...

Kellyn Harmer
News Editor, Writer

Kellyn Harmer

Hello! I am Kellyn Harmer, a junior and the News Editor for The Bark. I joined journalism not only for my love of writing but also to provide interesting articles for my school and help my peers thrive in this class.

Rosely Castaneda
Photo Director

Rosely Castaneda

My name is Rosely Castaneda and I am a senior in high school. I initially decided to join journalism because it was recommended to me by a friend to improve my writing abilities. Throughout my time in The Bark however, I learned...

Elyanna Torres
Art Director

Elyanna Torres

I joined journalism because I enjoyed writing and art and was also interested in the world of journalism. Journalism is important because everyone deserves a voice and opinion that needs to be heard. One fun fact about me is that...

Writer

Lewis Kelly

My name is Lewis, and I am a sophomore. I joined journalism to expand my knowledge of writing. I hope to learn how to share information effectively, in a way that is interesting to read. Outside of journalism, I study etymology...

Writer

Izzy Adelizzi

Hi, I'm Izzy! I'm a freshman and this is my first year in journalism (it's great by the way). I joined because I've always loved writing and getting to hear people's stories - it is so inspiring to me. I'm hoping to stay for ...

Vivian Anderson
Writer

Vivian Anderson

I am a senior and a first-year writer for The Bark. I joined journalism because it is what I want to pursue in the future and because of my deep interest in writing. Journalism is important to me because I think it is vital that...

Emma Pflugradt
Writer

Emma Pflugradt

I joined journalism to gain more social skills as before high school I was extremely shy. Journalism can inform people about the most recent things going on, hot topics, and help with entertainment. Journalism can also help you...

Elianna Hanson
Writer & Photographer

Elianna Hanson

I'm Elianna Lynn Hanson! I have been into reading and writing for as long as I can remember, and when I saw that Grant had a journalism option, I admittedly put it as my first choice. I've recently gotten into honors English whic...

Madison Clack
Writer & Photographer

Madison Clack

Hello! I am Madison, a freshman writer and photographer! I have always adored writing, whether it be essays, articles, or my own stories, I found journalism a great way to expand my passions. I also found photography super interesti...

Saleen Corkill
Photographer

Saleen Corkill

Hi! My name is Saleen Corkill and a Freshman! I joined Journalism because I loved taking photos of school activities and learning to take pictures from a more advanced perspective. Being a photographer in Journalism has given m...

Bella Duran
Artist

Bella Duran

Hi, I'm Bella, I'm a freshman. I joined journalism for fun but later found out that i actually really like it. I'm an artist, I love to draw and I've been drawing since I was a kid. I'm hoping to do this next year too....

Alyxandria Walker
Artist

Alyxandria Walker

My name is Alyxandria Walker. I decided to join Journalism because I've always enjoyed art and drawing. I'm glad to be in the art department because I can express my creativity and get constructive criticism if needed. I end ...

Carrera Frazier-Ortegel
Sports Editor

Carrera Frazier-Ortegel

I joined journalism cause I've always loved the show "Smallville" my favorite character in the show was Chloe who was the head journalist. She always was looking for a story and she was definitely an inspiration for me joining....