Student Voices

In 2014, GreatNews.Life established the Student Voices internship program (formerly #1StudentNWI), allowing high school students to share an insider’s view of everything happening at the high schools on a monthly basis. The GreatNews.Life staff not only edits and publishes their work but also sends feedback to the students to help them grow as journalists.

GreatNews.Life Student Voices: Portage prepares for the tricks and treats of October

GreatNews.Life Student Voices: Portage prepares for the tricks and treats of October What's recently happened?  The 2023 fall play rehearsals are in full swing. The Portage High School (PHS) Thespians are putting on “The Witch’s Princess” by Don Zolidis, which is about an evil witch who has cursed an entire kingdom, and...

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#1StudentNWI: Portage High School kicks off fall festivities

#1StudentNWI: Portage High School kicks off fall festivities What’s recently happened? The 2023-2024 school year for Portage Township Schools (PTS) has officially started. Though there are a lot of changes happening throughout the district, the newest and biggest change resides in Portage High School (PHS)....

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#1StudentNWI: Summer endings bring new beginnings for Portage High School

#1StudentNWI: Summer endings bring new beginnings for Portage High School What’s recently happened? The Pride of Portage Marching Band’s (PoP) upcoming season preparation is in full swing. Around 70 members have taken on the important role of continuing on the legacy that has been in motion for many, many years. From...

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#1StudentNWI: Portage community events highlight summer fun around town

#1StudentNWI: Portage community events highlight summer fun around town What’s recently happened? There’s nothing better than a fun Friday in Portage. From now until the end of the summer, Founders Square will host “The Market on the Square” which will be held every Friday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event...

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#1StudentNWI: Portage High School transitions from end of school year to summer fun

#1StudentNWI: Portage High School transitions from end of school year to summer fun What’s recently happened? Spring sport MVPs As the 2023 spring sports season at Portage High School (PHS) wrapped up, the annual Spring Sports Awards Ceremony was held for the athletes involved in baseball, softball, Boys Golf, Girls Tennis, Boys...

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#1StudentNWI: Portage High School Unified Track Team strives for inclusivity

#1StudentNWI: Portage High School Unified Track Team strives for inclusivity What’s recently happened? Runners show grit as they race down the track The Portage High School (PHS) Unified Track Team is back at it for another season of fun! Unlike other sports in the district, this unique team experience is not all about...

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#1StudentNWI: Portage High School’s last month of school promises summer, graduations, and fun

#1StudentNWI: Portage High School’s last month of school promises summer, graduations, and fun What's recently happened? With the last month of school coming to a close, the PHS Music Department put on their annual end of the year music festivals. On May 5, the PHS Orchestra performed their final concert of the year and their senior members...

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#1StudentNWI: The month of April gives Portage High School a sneak peak of summer

#1StudentNWI: The month of April gives Portage High School a sneak peak of summer What's Recently Happened: Recently, the Portage High School (PHS) boys track team had their senior night. Although early into the outdoor track season, the boys were able to walk away with some first-place scores. One senior at PHS, Rafael Maier,...

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10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, February 24-27

10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, February 24-27 Who is ready for a weekend full of fun events in Northwest Indiana? Our latest edition features a pancake breakfast, an inaugural 5K, dance classes, and so much more! Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things to do this weekend and be sure to add a...

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