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Sword & Shield

The Student News Site of Vel Phillips Memorial

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September 2025 Editor’s Note
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
How to Train Your Dragon Review
How to Train Your Dragon Review
Dona Nguyen, Opinions Editor • September 1, 2025

My brother and I went to watch the movie out of curiosity because we wondered if the movie was going to be the same as the original movie. Immediately,...

The Rise of K-Pop Demon Hunters
The Rise of K-Pop Demon Hunters
Varnika Arianathan and Dona Nguyen September 1, 2025

When the animated movie K-Pop Demon Hunters was released on June 20, its producers didn’t anticipate the level of success it would reach in...

Superman (2025) Made Me Love Superheroes Again
Superman (2025) Made Me Love Superheroes Again
Amalia Weix, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025

Superman (2025) is an absolute delight. James Gunn, also known for his work on all three of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy films, has delivered...

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VPM’s Best Lunch Options
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
Guide to AP Classes
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
Girls’ Tennis Schedule
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
NFL Preseason Recap
Jamie Hutton September 1, 2025
Girls’ Tennis Schedule
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
Formula One Mid Season Update
Patrick Mulkey, co Editor in Chief, Sports and co News Editor • June 1, 2025
Redbull Drama Strikes Again
Patrick Mulkey, co Editor in Chief, Sports and co News Editor • May 1, 2025
VPM Spring Sports
Patrick Mulkey, co Editor in Chief, Sports and co News Editor • May 1, 2025
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Anti-Vaccine Shooting at the CDC and RKF Jr.’s Response Spark Concern and Resignations
Amalia Weix September 1, 2025

On August 8th, a shooter fired over 500 rounds at the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. An estimated...

Governor Tony Evers, who earlier this month announced he is not seeking a third term.
The Wisconsin Gubernatorial Race Begins
Henry Riley, Co-Editor in Chief, News Editor, Sports Editor • September 1, 2025

With the second term of Donald Trump’s presidency well underway, and with the election of Justice Susan Crawford to the State Supreme Court,...

Leo XIV Elected As New Pope
Ben Thom, Arts & Entertainment Editor • June 1, 2025

After the dramatic and unexpected death of Pope Francis, all eyes were on the Vatican and the famous conclave in early May. Many were wondering...

Is AI Art/Content Real Content?
Opinions
Is AI Art/Content Real Content?
Dona Nguyen, Opinions Editor • September 1, 2025

What is the definition of Content based on the platform of social media? Multiple definitions define the content. According to Kontentino, it’s...

AI's Environmental Impact Isn't Worth It
AI’s Environmental Impact Isn’t Worth It
Amalia Weix, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
How to Train Your Dragon Review
How to Train Your Dragon Review
Dona Nguyen, Opinions Editor • September 1, 2025
VPM's Best Lunch Options
VPM’s Best Lunch Options
Nina Zhu, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2025
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