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The Lantern
The Student News Site of CFHS

The Lantern
The Student News Site of CFHS

The Lantern
Ava Brokate

Ava Brokate, Visual Arts

Hi! My name is Gecko- I meaaannn Ava :) I sometimes draw stuff for the lantern but most of the time I’m watching anime, reading books at lightning speed, petting my geriatric cat and my not so geriatric but indeed very rude cat, and curling up in a ball surrounded by a hundred fluffy blankets warding of the world.

All content by Ava Brokate
This kiln caused quite the damage and ruckus through the CFHS highschool on Friday.

[Photo] BREAKING NEWS: Art teacher sent to hospital

Nathan Baszuro, Media editor in chief
April 1, 2023
Spiders are seen as an icon in the horror genre.

[Photo] The Spark’s guide to horror: Intro

Tristin Qualey and Nathan Baszuro
October 11, 2022
Teaching staff are wanted nationwide for various positions and school administrators struggle to find qualified candidates.

[Photo] As teacher shortages soar, schools pay the price

Grace Miller, Editor-in-chief
September 28, 2022
The crow's wing is, unsurprisingly, a key symbol for the Six of Crows series.

[Photo] Six of Crows

Cara Erickson, Torch writer
May 2, 2022
Marry Me is a great movie for romance lovers everywhere.

[Photo] Marry Me

April 18, 2022
Viewers everywhere can recognize the scream's iconic mask, cloak, and, of course, knife, combination.

[Photo] A cinematic slashterpiece

Tristin Qualey, A&E editor
January 26, 2022
Christmas ornaments, along with star-shaped tree toppers, are an everlasting staple of the holiday.

A Christmas creation

Ava Brokate, Staff artist
December 23, 2021
There is a wide array of festive symbols associated with Christmas.

Christmas in review

Tristin Qualey, Marguerite Holes, Cassidy Maneval, Ava Brokate, Bianca Caputo, and Kendall Lawless
December 23, 2021
Toni Collette's performance in "Hereditary" is a highlight of the modern horror genre.

The classic horror movies come along with various iconic symbols.

The two articles below provide insight on how to cope with whatever weather Mother Nature throws your way.

[Photo] Weather survival guide

April 19, 2021
Wandavisioon’ s unique structure and frequent cliffhangers makes the new series hard to walk away from.

[Photo] Are you WANDAring what Wandavision is all about?

Charles Fick, Torch Writer
March 31, 2021
Depression along with other mental illnesses are creating a burden for many teens.

[Photo] A fight worth fighting

Marguerite Holes, Staff Writer
February 26, 2021
Valentine’s day can be stressful for some people, but even the smallest of gifts, like a heartfelt card or letter, are greatly appreciated.

[Photo] Valentine’s Day: a girlfriend’s gift guide

Ana Learmann, Staff Writer
February 8, 2021
The holiday season is approaching fast, and with it comes an abundance of festive traditions.

[Photo] Festive family traditions

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
December 10, 2020
Interact is trying to give back to the community by creating tasty Thanksgiving meals for those in need.

[Photo] 'Tis the giving season

November 20, 2020
Homer is always seen with a donut in hand no matter the situation.

[Photo] Simpsons – the movie

Charles Fick, Staff Writer
February 21, 2020
Snow covers the bench outside of the Cannon Falls High School.

BOLD weather

Ava Brokate, Torch staff writer
April 5, 2019
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