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The Student News Site of Millard West High School

The Catalyst
The Student News Site of Millard West High School

The Catalyst
Sophia Eljamal

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter

Sophia is a senior at Millard West and this is her third year on staff for the CATalyst. She likes traveling the world and watching sports. In her free time, she enjoys going shopping, hanging out with her friends, and driving around. She loves to work and her favorite movie is The Notebook. Sophia has placed at NSAA State journalism twice.

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Fatal car crashes occur due to distractions, dangerous intersections, road rage, confusion between a green arrow versus green light, and younger age.

‘Tis the season for poor driving

Sophia Eljamal, Catalyst Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2024
Giving food to drives, donating money or toys, and spending your time volunteering are some of the many ways you can help those who are indigent.

Most “wonderful” time of the year

Sophia Eljamal, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2024
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so it is important to know some basic things about breast cancer such as what it is, the most common breast cancer, the genes that can cause it, treatment, and new research for it.

Pink matters

Sophia Eljamal, Catalyst Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2024
Micro-trends can help people find their style and expand their closet for a cheap price but they can also decrease individuality, increase child labor and damage our environment.

Fast fashion’s trap

Sophia Eljamal, Catalyst Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2024
Caffeine can have negative effects on a person such as insomnia and anxiety but also has advantages like an increase in athletic performance and improved mood changes.

Fuel for teens

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
September 27, 2024
Different parts of the brain communicating with each other to help us perform actions is just the beginning of what the brain can do.

Brain’s mysterious wonders

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
September 11, 2024
A nurse taking their break after a 12 hour shift in an empty hallway during the peak months of COVID-19.

No more workers

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
August 30, 2024
The effects of a natural disaster can take away a home where memories were made. Artwork by Carley Bailey

History repeats itself

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2024
The basic things to know about diabetes are the different types, the supplies needed, and the prevalence of it.

Less sugar, more insulin

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
April 29, 2024
The start to making people more aware of breast cancer is by letting people know information about it, such as how the cancer occurs, the stages, the mental toll, and the treatments.

The survivors

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
April 2, 2024
Victims of child labor have to face harsh consequences and realities such as dangerous environments, excessive hours, no education and health concerns.

Working kids to the max

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2024
There are many benefits of AP classes such as getting a feel of college classes, developing good time management and structure, learning critical skills and real-world applications, and challenging students.

Navigating AP classes

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
February 22, 2024
Lining up at the starting blocks, senior Jersey Koza prepares to run the 400-meter dash. She competed in the 400 throughout the season and at the district championships. “Running the 400-meter dash was both exciting and nerve-wracking simultaneously,” Koza said. “The moments leading up to the race are the worst, but finishing the race is the best feeling knowing you have accomplished your event, giving it your all.”

Cats to Wolves

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
February 12, 2024
There are many options for students struggling with mental health such as mental health days, school services, medications, and therapy.

You are never alone

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
January 19, 2024
A few negative effects of homework on students is academic stress, mental health, pressure, and lack of sleep.

Choosing between good grades or bad habits

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2023
Drinking and driving can lead to consequences such as impaired judgment, bad license records, mental health issues, and death.

Is a drink worth your life?

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2023
Junior Avery Kephart lining up behind the start before her 100 meter dash. At the Jo Dusatko Omaha Central invite, Kephart ran the the 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash and 4x1. “This was my first season doing track and one thing I can say is that it taught me how important it is to take care of yourself, especially your mental health,” Kephart said. “Running is very mentally challenging, especially when you are trying to live up to others expectations, trying to manage school and not burnout. The pressure that was put on me during track definitely tested my love for this sport.”

Psychological side of sports

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
November 10, 2023
Senior lineman Logan Johnson in a three point stance during the first game of the year against Millard West’s biggest rivals down the street, Millard South. In his final first game of high school football, Millard West lost against Millard South with a result of 28-27. “I wanted to strengthen my knee as much as I could,” Johnson said. “I wanted to come back as a better player than before, and focus on making what used to be my weakness my strength. I think the surgery made me closer to the game and love it a lot more.

Facing the challenges

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2023
Kate Ebmeier guiding her team during the race. She has placed top five and has run below 20 minutes in all but once race this season. "Looking ahead to Districts and state, I'm excited to see I can accomplish," Ebmeier said. "We have all improved tremendously throughout the season, and I am feeling good about what results I could be seeing in the final weeks of my season."

Girls cross country team attack the course

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2023
Senior Amelia Booker working a closing shift at Scooters after finishing a full eight period day of school. She started working at Scooters a year ago to have money for herself, and with them being known for their flexible schedule, she chose to work 15-20 hours a week while balancing schoolwork. “Being able to work a job and have good grades is something not a lot of students can do,” Booker said. “Even if they are able to get good grades, taking your time to understand the information is most important. I have found a perfect balance that keeps me busy at school and work, which kind of shows me how life in college and beyond will be.”

Money factoring into teenage lives

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
October 2, 2023
Senior Wyatt Goodlett, #60, runs back to his teammates to celebrate the win they secured against the Omaha North Vikings. With 7 seconds left in the fourth quarter, there was a field goal to be kicked, which occurred successfully, making the score 19-16. “I was super happy after our win against Omaha North,” Wyatt Goodlett said. “I worked really hard that game and felt proud of myself, especially since I played with a hurt shoulder.”

Giving it all he’s got

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
September 13, 2023
“Sound of Freedom” has now sold over 8.9 million tickets and has passed $100 million dollars in box office revenue.

Journey to freedom

Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter
August 31, 2023
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