Editorial by Chroma the Chameleon Contributing photos by Jordan Lee Starting a school newspaper is no small task, but right from the get go these students have been willing to learn about their new roles & the whole process. Chroma, our HCU mascot, portrayed at his desk. Chroma's Corner editorials are ghost written by various human authors. As HCU’s resident mascot, that does my heart good to see. They’ve gotten out of their comfort zones by conducting first interviews. Th

Video report by Jonah More than just a day at the pool table. Video/Jonah Our Homeschool Community of the Upstate tweens and teens had a memorable visit to Action Billiards in Inman, including a special interview with owners Scott and Lisa Greene, led by student Jonah Liptak. Experiences like this give our students opportunities to learn beyond the home, connect with people in our community, and grow in confidence along the way. Thank you, Scott and Lisa, for graciously wel

Written by Sophia One of the best things about homeschooling is that learning can happen anywhere. Some ways we like to learn outside of books and worksheets are exploring in nature, trips to the museum or science center, and getting together with other homeschool families at our local park! If you’re looking to add some fun to your week, plus education, then i think you should definitely check out these places in the Upstate South Carolina! Hot Wheels Skating Center - Sparta

Written by Noel Every cat deserves a chance to find home. 🐾❤️ Photo/Noel The first thing I heard was the sound of a sweet kitten, then I saw an adorable grey and white cat. As I walked into the Spartanburg Humane Society (SHS), I noticed lots of fluffy kittens snoozing in their little glass cages, waiting for a home. "I like trying to work with the ones that are a little shy," said Matthew, who works with the cats at the shelter, "and trying to make them feel a little less

Learning life skills, one campsite at a time, while being mentored by the leaders of Trail Life Troop SC-1027 LifeSong Church Lyman. Report by TJ Photo/TJ There is something special about trading the classroom for the great outdoors. In this photo journal, young campers practice setting up shelter, working together, and developing practical outdoor skills—all with a scenic lakeside backdrop BUILDING THE SHELTER. A tent begins to take shape as its frame and fabric are raised.

Written by: Jordan Have you ever wanted to play with your friends in Minecraft? Well, you can do that with Minecraft Realms! Realms are private, and only the friends you invite can come in to your realm! To play with friends in Minecraft, you must subscribe to Minecraft Realms. It lets you create up to 3 realms, but only the players you invite can come into your realm. Up to 10 players can be in your realm(s) at a time, and your realms are always online, even when you're o