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The student news site of Harding Charter Preparatory High School

The Marionette

The student news site of Harding Charter Preparatory High School

The Marionette

Junior Oliver Etherington attended a dress rehearsal at the Visual and Performing Arts Center in downtown Tulsa.

Students’ voices soar to All-State stage

Becca Jolly, Editor-in-Chief January 28, 2025

Oliver Etherington and Phoebe Mischler were accepted into the highly competitive All-State Honor Choir, a prestigious opportunity that celebrates their musical dedication and excellence.   “It is...

Firefighters with the Pacific Southwest Forest Service battle the Eaton Fire in southern California on Jan. 21. Thousands of acres in California have burned, destroying homes and businesses for many residents. 

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California wildfires burn thousands of acres, destroy homes

Camila Noyola, Reporter January 26, 2025

While Oklahoma is experiencing cold temperatures and snow, California has been experiencing wildfires.  Over four wildfires have been recorded in the state, the Palisade fire in Los Angeles County...

Ohio State took home the 2025 National Championship, defeating Notre Dame 32-23.

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Ohio State runs away with national title

DJ Hillmon, Reporter January 26, 2025

This past Monday Ohio State University defeated Notre Dame University in the 2025 College Football National Championship, 32-23.  OSU’s Will Howard had a strong game with an 81 percent throwing rate...

Wallows kickstarts the 2025 year by releasing their new single "Your New Favorite Song" on Jan. 10.

‘Your New Favorite Song’ leaves a lasting trace

Becca Jolly, Editor-in-chief January 16, 2025

After a week of teasing fans with posters strung about New York and Chicago, Indie-Rock band Wallows released their first project of 2025, “Your New Favorite Song.”  Each teaser poster was a bright...

HCP seniors shine!

Miranda Rodriguez, Editor-in-Chief January 16, 2025

HCP seniors Matthew Albers, Samantha Ardery and Maxwell Barnes have been recognized as National Merit Semifinalists! This accomplishment is based on their 2023 Preliminary SAT (PSAT) and National Merit...

Known for their their inventive use of samples,, Fauxlennium continues the trend, blending underground music clips and retro media into its unique soundscapes.

“Take a Trip” through Fauxllennium: TV Girl’s newest sound

Becca Jolly, Editor-in-chief January 13, 2025

Indie pop band, TV Girl, reflects on the past with their new album Fauxllennium,  which they released with George Clanton on Dec. 2.  This album is on the shorter side, with only 7 songs. Despite...

Students from the HCPHS Orchestra program performed with the All City Orchestra under the baton of Dr. Thomas Taylor Dickey of OSU on Nov. 1.

Students participate in city-wide honor orchestra

Camila Noyola, Reporter December 2, 2024

All City Orchestra performed on Nov. 1 at the All City clinic at Classen SAS High School. Thomas Taylor Dickey, conductor of the orchestra program at Oklahoma State University, conducted the clinic.  The...

Sean "P Diddy" Combs has been arrested on numerous counts of sexual assault spanning decades.

Diddy do it?

Moein Mazroee, Reporter October 24, 2024

Sean (Diddy) Combs, an American songwriter/producer was arrested on Sept. 7 on 120 counts of sex trafficking, forced labor, coercion to engage in prostitution and narcotics distribution. Combs was born...

Ooten is all smiles as she works hard running the media center.

From labs to libraries

Becca Jolly, Editor-in-chief October 24, 2024

HCP’s new Library Media Specialist, Gayle Ooten, is no stranger to fresh starts. From growing up in New Jersey to making a significant career switch, Ooten has embraced her new beginnings throughout...

The sequel to Tim Burton's classic movie Beetlejuice gives viewers the nostalgia they hoped for along with some new characters.

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ leans heavily on nostalgia

Adrianna Hill, Reporter October 20, 2024

It's spooky season!   And just in time for Halloween season, famous director Tim Burton released a sequel to one of his most popular movies, Beetlejuice.   Since the release of the first Beetlejuice...

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