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Maria Ruiz

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer

Salutations! I am Maria Ruiz. I am in band and on the golf team. This is my second year on staff and I am a junior this year. I enjoy painting, reading, and writing. I love my pets: my fish, cat, and parrot.

This year I hope to contribute enjoyable and informative content to The Owl newspaper!

“If you believe in yourself, with a tiny pinch of magic all your dreams can come true!” -Spongebob Squarepants

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The endangered ground dwelling creature

The endangered ground dwelling creature

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
May 17, 2023

The Kākāpō is a nocturnal, ground dwelling, flightless native New Zealand bird. With a lifespan of 60 years and up, you may think this herbivorous bird looks abnormal compared to what common birds we...

Amazing Architecture; Milan, Italy

Amazing Architecture; Milan, Italy

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023

Milan, Italy is known for its breathtaking Duomo Cathedral, exquisite fashion, art, and history. This beautiful Catholic based cathedral welcomes everyone with its extraordinary stained glass windows and...

Let's Groove Tonight: Prom committee sells tickets

Let’s Groove Tonight: Prom committee sells tickets

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
April 13, 2023

Hello, Juniors and Seniors! Let's Groove Tonight prom ticket sales are here. Members of the Prom Committee will sell tickets at the snack bar before school (8:00-8:20), during SRT, and during all lunches...

One in a hundred; The golden egg

One in a hundred; The golden egg

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023

Starting Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday the Good Works Club, led by Mrs. Gilbert, will be hiding colorful eggs around the school and one golden egg. The Good Works Club's goal is to bring students together...

Problems with sounds

Problems with sounds

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 14, 2023

Sounds are everywhere around us. Everyday cars, music, and background noises are heard, but when does it ever stop? Does it impact the wildlife or environment? Indeed it does. It is unseen but is heard...

Social media controversy at SHS

Social media controversy at SHS

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023

Roughly 59.4 percent of the human population globally has social media. Are they more likely to interact with one another though? Or is the 40.6 percent more likely to get out and interact? Does this affect...

The US Chemical Catastrophe: A look into America's artificial obsession

The US Chemical Catastrophe: A look into America’s artificial obsession

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023

The United States of America is known for overdoing everything. In this case, America is overdoing the chemicals used inside processed foods. Once everything comes down to the real cost, buying a bag of...

Katya Cox-Seymour High School Lilly Endowment Scholar 2023

Katya Cox-Seymour High School Lilly Endowment Scholar 2023

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
December 20, 2022

The Seymour High School Lilly Endowment Scholar of 2023 is Senior Katya Cox. She is a wonderfully optimistic student who strives for the best. Katya is involved in many extracurricular activities at SHS...

Greek butter cookies

Greek butter cookies

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
December 20, 2022

In Mrs. Cottrill's English 9 honors class I clearly remember the assignment for cooking one of the items for the Greek feast after finishing the epic poem, The Odyssey. Although I couldn't bring it into...

High School Hopes (What will become of Seymour students after they graduate? )

High School Hopes (What will become of Seymour students after they graduate? )

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
November 7, 2022

Being in high school, it can be difficult for students to determine which path they wish to follow after graduation.  Whether it be college, the workforce, or the military, there are many roads to travel...

Abortion Through the Lens

Abortion Through the Lens

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
September 9, 2022

On June 24, 2022 the "Roe Versus Wade" ruling was overturned by the Supreme Court making it possible for states, not the federal government, to decide abortion legality.  Before this, Roe V. Wade allowed...

SHS Boys Golf

SHS Boys Golf

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
May 26, 2022

Time, patience, and practice. The SHS boys golf team is made of 13 outstanding golfers. 5 Freshman, 7 Juniors, and 1 Senior. Together, this team stands at 42-38. Their coach, James Hoffman, has answered...

Earth Day...Why not everyday?

Earth Day…Why not everyday?

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022

The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970. Over the past 40 years this has grown worldwide because everyone has come together to celebrate our planet and renew our commitment to building a healthier...

Why are African Grey Parrots Disappearing from the Wild...

Why are African Grey Parrots Disappearing from the Wild…

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
April 8, 2022

Ghana, Africa, known for its lush forests, diverse animal life, and miles of sandy beaches is home to the African Grey parrots. The Greys have a wide historical range across West and central Africa—1.1...

The First Birthday Cakes and Celebrations

The First Birthday Cakes and Celebrations

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
March 31, 2022

On March 15th, I had my 16th birthday. I had a wonderful day with the cutest cake. Today, I wonder where and when the tradition of the birthday celebration originated. Cultures have been creating celebratory...

Key Club

Key Club

Maria Ruiz, Author
February 28, 2022

Have you ever heard of Key Club at your school? What does this club do? What can you gain from this club? At Seymour High School we offer this wonderful service organization. What is Key Club? Key...

Amazing Architecture; Barcelona, Spain

Amazing Architecture; Barcelona, Spain

Maria Ruiz, Author
February 4, 2022

Barcelona, Spain is a lively, vibrant, and zestful city. The mixture of Gothic, Romanesque, modernist architecture and contemporary styles make up the artistic atmosphere. One amazing work of architecture,...

Christmas Interview

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
December 17, 2021

Christmas is a wonderful holiday many people enjoy. Family gets together to have a big or small with gifts for each other, but what matters is that we are all together and we remember this special holiday....

The Mona Lisa

The Mona Lisa

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 4, 2021

Leonardo da Vinci's most famous painting is the Mona Lisa. Usually when you ask a friend or family member what paintings Leonardo da Vinci made they reply with Mona Lisa. Stolen and Vandalized  Leonardo...

The Columbus Philharmonic: A tradition of excellence

The Columbus Philharmonic: A tradition of excellence

Lucas Jablonski and Maria Ruiz
November 2, 2021

Do you enjoy attending events outside Seymour? Have you ever attended a live orchestra performance? The Columbus Philharmonic is the place for you.  Performing and rehearsing in Columbus, the philharmonic...

The Joy of Parrots

The Joy of Parrots

Maria Ruiz, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021

Owning a parrot is a true delight. A soft, feathery, and talkative companion to keep you company everyday is a joy. Especially African Grey parrots, which are among the most intelligent breed of parrots. Taking Responsibility African...

Lady Owls Golf

Maria Ruiz, Author
October 4, 2021

Practice makes perfect. The amazing Lady Owls golf team has excellent and encouraging players who love to golf. Golf takes a lot of time, patience, and practice.  The Lady Owls golf team is made up...

Do You Like a Mystery?

Do You Like a Mystery?

Maria Ruiz, Author
August 22, 2021

As the season changes the feeling changes, the season is becoming spooky. Are you a reader? Do you love a good mystery? If that is the case, sitting down with a good book on a breezy fall day will suit...

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