LIFESTYLES

LIFESTYLE | 17 CHANGE OF (HOLIDAY) PLANS

SHS students reflect in a survey if their plans are changing for the Holidays.

Graphic by Piper Frank

Bar graph shows the majority of students holiday plans are not changing

By Piper Frank Outdoors Editor

Are your plans changing for the holidays? With holiday cheer and COVID in the air the holidays will look different for most. Usually on holidays families unite across the globe, flying and traveling to be with each other during this special time. Yet this year, with the global pandemic still being a major factor, some families don’t feel comfortable visiting their extended family. Instead they will be staying home and spending the holidays with their immediate family. On an Instagram survey asking SHS students if their plans are changing, 24 said yes and 50 said no out of 74 responses. Sophomore Tru Tomco expressed, “I am not seeing my distant family this year.” Tomco and many others are experiencing the same thing because of the dangers of Covid-19 during this holiday season. This holiday season may be more of an adjustment for most by taking precautions such as having a nice family dinner at home, visiting family that is close by, just interacting with immediate family, and shopping online. Or as some see it a chance to get away from it all by taking advantage of the time off and going on vacation. Junior Erin Eddy is going to Sayulita, Mexico with her family for Thanksgiving break, but says, “my mom packed us clorox wipes and a disposable mask for each plane ride and lots of hand sanitizer, we’re also renting a house so we will be interacting with just our family.” Whether you’re going away or staying in for this holiday season, everyone can still spend these odd times surrounded by loved ones and holiday fun.

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

A festive guide to gain inspiration for your Christmas gifts this holiday season

By Bella Baker

Lifestyle

With Christmas right around the corner, it is time to start writing Christmas lists. Thinking of gifts for your family and also yourself can be a very stressful thing, especially if you wait until the last minute. Don’t know what to ask for as a teen? Here are some items you can consider adding to your wish list this year... During this time of year, it is also important to give back to your family. Sometimes it can be hard to find gifts that are in your price range, but hopeful this list will give you ideas of some affordable gifts.

The items listed below are great, budget friendly presents that you can give to your parents, siblings, relatives, or anyone important to you.

Film camera LED Lights Hydroflasks/water bottles Converse, Vans, or Nike shoes Airpods Penny Board/Skateboard Bluetooth Speaker Winter Coat Spotify Premium Perfume/Cologne Bedding Heated Blanket Hoodies Candles Face masks Beanies Slippers Mugs Funky Socks Wallet/Card Holder Mini Oil Diffuser Phone Chargers Chapstick Sunglasses