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THE HERSCHEL HEADLINES STAFF
EDitorial
After an extremely chaotic and productive second term, I would like to proudly present the Herschel Headlines’ second edition of 2025. The Herschel Headlines is a newspaper, written entirely by Herschel students and run by the Journalism Club
The Journalism Club is a place where students can use their writing skills, as well as their individual voices to express ideas, creativity, and issues inside and outside of the Herschel community, with article topics ranging from current events to Herschel life.
Our club members have taken time to reflect on how they have grown so far in the year and what factors have influenced this, which leads to the selected theme of this term, identity This newspaper’s topics range from how our school environment shapes our identities to what would happen if all labels that define us disappeared.
I am so thankful and proud of all of our dedicated writers this term, whose enthusiasm and hard work have helped make this all possible I would also like to encourage more students to be involved next term and submit articles, even if not as a permanent member. If you are interested in the termly theme and would like to submit an article to be edited and published, simply contact our editor via the email below.
If you have any further supportive feedback or constructive comments you would like to share with the Journalism staff and team, feel free to submit them via the email in the Letter to the Editor section below
I hope that you will take the time to read through the whole edition and that you can appreciate the incredible talents of the Herschel student body
~ Gabriella Efstathiou
Letter to the editor
Feel free to submit your own opinions or ideas surrounding any of this edition’s articles to be published in the next edition, via our editor’s email:
Contents page
Staff Page
Editorial and Letter to the Editor
How Your Identity Changes Throughout the School Years
Written By: Amaara Rawoot
A Guide to Finding a Sense of Self-Identity in a School Environment
Written By: Hannah Ebrahim
Personal Identity During Heritage Day
Written By: Emily Dickinson
Do Sports Derbies Influence Future Careers?
Written By: Ezimmachukwu Obiorah
Subject Choice: How Does This Decision Affect Your Identity
Written By: Chloe Smith
The Importance of Having Someone to Identify with in Science
Written By: Katherine Slingers and the Herschel STEAM Society
How Do Global And Current Affairs Affect Our Identity?
Written By: Jasmiya Naidoo
Our Roots and Wings
Written By: Lesedi Mabokano
A Day Without Labels
Written By: Keeva Middleton
How What You Create and Consume Shapes Your Identity
Written By: Alexandra Knutsen
Cultural Appropriation and the Origins of Our Online Identities
Written By: Katherine Slingers
Book Recommendations About Identity
Written By: Katherine Slingers and the Herschel Book Club
Resources Page
How Your Identity How Your Identity Changes Throughout Changes Throughout the School Years the School Years
Do you ever wonder how your identity changes throughout your life? Or how your school life could influence your identity? Well, here’s my answer Our identity is what makes us who we are, but no one realises how much it changes throughout our school years
Personally, I find that my identity changes because of my friends and classmates. People can influence another person’s identity to take inspiration from and form a stronger identity Your identity is constantly changing from the surrounding influences at school Most people start with the person they were in primary school, but it changes now that they are in high school.
From the moment you walk into Grade 00, you are exposed to the learning process In the early stages of school, you take inspiration from the people around you, for example, your parents and their jobs I know that when I was younger, I wanted to become an engineer, since my dad is one This is also how we come up with the silliest, most random jobs, like how I used to want to be the Flash, the DC superhero, however, I only wanted to become him because I wanted to eat everyone’s food!
In middle school, you take inspiration from your friends and peers, often wanting to fit in with the groups. This can be the simplest of things, such as how everyone in my middle school had a Stanley Cup This is usually because people feel the need to fit in Once you enter high school, however, you discover that you don’t need to fit in, and you can go explore any passions and dreams
Finally, in high school, you become exposed to millions of choices and possibilities This variety helps you figure out your identity even more, as exposure to these options can help improve your passions Students start pursuing their interests by getting involved with these school opportunities, like clubs, societies and electives. For example, I know a few friends who are interested in computer science and decided to join the Python club, which is helping them explore millions of options for careers
In conclusion, everyone’s identity goes through big and small changes throughout school, and this ultimately influences their identity But your identity doesn’t just stop changing after you graduate from high school, but rather it continues to grow and allows you to be unique
SenseofSelf-Identityin aSchoolEnvironment
Embracing uniqueness and individuality in a place where people are constantly trying to fit in and form cliques can be difficult However, it is important to stay true to who you are and follow your morals and passions Many teenagers continue to struggle with this idea due to the constant peer pressure that surrounds them in schools But, what if I haven’t discovered my passions yet? What if I am not sure what aligns with my morals? How am I supposed to express myself when I haven’t fully identified myself? These are common questions that we ask ourselves, which I’ll aim to answer in this article
Discovering what you are passionate about, or interested in, is really significant, as this can impact our subject choices and the extracurricular activities that we do I suggest that you first ask yourself what hobbies you have Any dream career or job you may want to have? If not, what are you interested in learning about? What is your favourite subject at the moment? Taking a personality quiz can be very helpful and help you find that sense of identity Secondly, I recommend that you reflect on your strengths, weaknesses, what can be improved, and what you are proud of Each person has different strengths, which is why it is so important to never compare yourself to others, nor strictly follow the things that your friends do I suggest that you focus on academics, as well as clubs/sports that you enjoy and embrace who you are. Remember that getting exceptionally high grades is not everything if you do not have the time to spend doing the things that you love
Morality is also very relative to our identity, as it prevents us from behaving in bad ways and encourages us to do good things However, teenagers struggle with two very large issues: peer pressure and FOMO I’m sure you’ve experienced or seen peer pressure happen at school sometime before I believe the main reason why this is so common is because of ‘cliques’, and the different friend groups with unspoken rules you have to follow You may feel that you need to do certain things or act in the way that your friends do to keep their company, but that is not true And if it is, then their friendship is not real or worth having However, sometimes the issue is simply FOMO (the fear of missing out), which is caused by our exposure to social media or our focus on social comparison. It is important to remember your principles and the consequences that your actions may lead to when expressing FOMO Morality plays a big role in our work ethic as well Cheating in a test or exam, and using AI to do your projects for you, is objectively wrong But what if everyone else cheated and is using AI? Unfortunately, it is still wrong A+ good alternative is to focus on your morals inside and out of school, and surround yourself with peers who will uplift you overall
Lastly, how do we express ourselves at school? This can be done by joining clubs and societies that advocate for what you believe in Don’t be afraid to join class discussions; however, if you are more shy, you can write personal blogs/reflections. You can even find ways to express yourself through cultural activities, like art, music or drama
It is also okay, though, if you aren’t sure what you are passionate about and want to do in the future, or if you feel that you haven’t fully discovered who you are yet Identity evolves after all Just remember that your grades, clubs, and friend group do not define who you are School is for exploration and discovery, not for making your life all planned out and perfect
Hannah Ebrahim
PersonalIdentityDuringHeritageDay
Heritage Day celebrates South Africa’s rich diversity as a nation, but it also raises some questions for young people about identity and belonging This article explores the experiences of two 10-year-old girls on Heritage Day, their names have been changed to protect their privacy, and their stories are drawn from interviews and personal accounts
Anna’s Story:
Anna is a young white South African whose family has lived in Cape Town for generations, but has roots tracing back to the British Isles
Each Heritage Day, when asked to come to school in clothing that celebrates their own heritage, Anna often wears her Springbok rugby jersey to celebrate her South African identity However, she is surrounded by classmates wearing beautiful saris, beaded skirts, and necklaces and other traditional clothing as they confidently and happily walk throughout the halls of the school
She remembers scrambling the night before, searching for something “unique” to wear, other than the rugby jersey that made her blend in with plenty of other students at school Anna is proud to be a South African, yet struggles with the feeling that her personal identity does not stand out
Fatima’s Story:
Fatima is a young Indian girl who grew up in Cape Town, but whose parents are from India
Each Heritage Day, she wears a sari to school, chosen by her mother the night before, despite begging to wear her South African rugby jersey to blend in better amongst the rest of the students
She recalls walking cautiously through the school, trying not to disturb the beads on her sari, aware of the noise they cause, and feels “very, very alone” in the sea of rugby jerseys When asked to explain her heritage by her
Most people start playing sports, either because they have to, or because someone in their family before them was big on that sport But some people also start because of pure interest in that sport.
As high school goes on, some people stay dedicated to their sport, while others quit and focus more on academics Those who do focus on sport eventually grow a greater love for it. One way that schools help to grow that competitive nature and love for that sport is through derbies and tournaments These help those who are pushing for greater heights to see where they can get to, or what they can achieve or the competition that they may have.
O es at Herschel is Herschfield While most people attend because their team has a match, and others because of the boys, quite a number of people attend to compare their improvement with those at similar levels as them, and this is really good because, as a sports person, you need to constantly be looking for ways to improve yourself. Most people see competition only from the competitive side, but it has multiple positive aspects such as motivation, friendship creation and a short glance at the future if you choose to follow that sport and make a career out of it
Most amazing athletes today often mention in interviews that derbies and tournaments in high school really shaped who they were and how far they were able to push themselves in their sport
This really suggests that there is a whole other side to attending derbies and tournaments, and who knows, if you were destined to play the sport, you might just end up being a world champion one day
In Grade 9, subject choice is easily your most influential academic decision of the year, but how much does it actually influence you as a person? The obvious answer would be streamlining your career or higher education choices in the future However, your subject choices also affect your everyday academic life, which should be the main consideration of your choice
I have found that my subject choices heavily influence the way I observe the world around me, compared to somebody else taking different subjects I take Geography, History and Drama These trio are important humanities subjects, and therefore I often encounter current affairs, politics and socio-economic issues In this way, these subjects force you to confront the world around you, as they have forced me to analyse the world around me and try to find understanding for people's actions
However, many people do not feel the same way about their subjects. They might feel that their subjects are merely part of their timetable, and they lack passion for their subjects This makes it harder for them to work continually on their subjects because it becomes increasingly difficult to do so Subject choice should reflect the skills you want to be leaving high school with, so the skills that do not bring you a sense of pride should not be worth your time.
In short, think about what you feel passionate about and align your subject choices with that passion When the subject gets difficult (which they all inevitably do), it will be easier for you to find the motivation to persist The individual skills, such as essay writing and analysis, that you will gain from these subjects should help you further your passion, not diminish it
Chloe Smith
The Importance of Having Someone To Identify With In
Despite achieving some of the most challenging and celebrated scientific positions, many women in STEM fields which value critical thinking and discipline feel as if they don’t belong This is not an uncommon experience, as this impostor syndrome appears across all STEM fields
Firstly, this impostor syndrome manifests uniquely for women Women feel less worthy of their positions, especially women of colour and first-generation achievers This is in stark contrast to their male counterparts This impostor syndrome makes them feel as if they’re not good enough and they’ll never be a ‘proper’ scientist like everyone else
The reasoning behind this issue arises from the environments in these fields While science is becoming more diverse, it remains a male-dominated field. If nobody else looks like you or has the same experience as you, it feels as though you’re an anomaly in your own workspace Imposter syndrome is also far more complex than just feeling out of place It also originates from internalising the fact that everybody around you perceives you as an impostor The lack of diversity within these spaces leads to an othering which suffocates diversity and the identity and perspectives of minorities in these spaces
This stifling environment extends past the research labs and boardrooms; however, many aspects of our culture surrounding science remain male-focused The popularity of smart women in pop culture pales in comparison to their counterparts Think of the popularity of Sherlock Holmes, how his intelligence is used as an important part of the narrative of his story, and try to think of a similar female character with as much fame and importance whose intelligence isn’t overlooked, seen as annoying or used for the punchlines of jokes
The Steam Society at Herschel recently invited Dr Jacinta Delhaize, an astrophysicist educated in Australia who is now a tenured lecturer at UCT, to give a speech about her work in astrophysics Dr Delhaize often admitted that even after she’d received her PHD and numerous years of crucial research, it was only recently that she felt as if she was doing a ‘good job’ This feeling of inadequacy among women doesn’t just go away when they reach a certain achievement, but rather it pushes us to an impossible goal to feel enough This pressing issue affects everyone because if women feel as if their opinions are less valuable than others, we are losing out on critical perspectives and research in the field of science
When asked what unexpected skill helped her the most, Dr Delhaize responded, ‘Ballet’ There is often a misconception that to pursue science is to give up on fun and hobbies, but it's simply a misconception. It’s by staying true to what we love that empowers us in science Doing ballet helped Jacinta gain confidence in talking to people and showed her that taking up space is not something to fear It’s quite a contrast to bring something so stereotypically depicted as feminine into a space stereotypically seen as male, but that can be empowering on so many levels, as it lets you stay true to yourself
We need more women in science, but more importantly, we need to make science a place where women don't feel as if they have to bury a part of themselves to become ‘true’ scientists This might seem nearly impossible, but change starts small, and it starts with us Don’t compromise who you are for who you want to be
Katherine Slingers & the Herschel Steam society
How Do Global and Current Affairs Affect Our Identity?
Your identity is who you are, what you believe in and your values as a person Global and current affairs refer to the most recent news, events, trends and issues that affect everyone, no matter what their identity looks like So, how do these affect your personal identity?
When you are younger, your identity looks more like your family and friends' reflection, as you aren’t in contact with contemporary affairs at such an early age But as you start keeping in touch with recent news, your identity will start to grow and differ. Sometimes, when you are younger, you may have been protected from the more negative news by your parents, so when you finally hear about that aspect of the world, it opens your eyes, and you may look at the world from a different perspective, offering a change to your identity.
It might not just be specific time-relevant news that shapes your identity, but constant news For example, if you live in South Africa, you might grow up more cautious and precarious than someone who lives in Canada It's the grouping of this constant negative news that makes the country look a certain way With this continuous negative news, it may put you in a melancholic mood as you are not receiving any good news It can be the other way as well; if you are only receiving constant good news, it might make you feel content.
Global affairs offer the truth in most cases, so if you believe in something and it is disproven by investigators, you may not believe in that thing anymore. Since what you believe is part of your identity, it further affects your identity The recent news also keeps track of numerous surveys, and if you see that a large percentage of people believe or think in something, you may change your beliefs and values to match theirs
Overall, your identity can be influenced by what you watch or hear on the news in a good or bad way because it subconsciously changes how you see things in a day-to-day manner
Jasmiya Naidoo
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OurRootsandWings
Who we are and who we see ourselves as are heavily influenced by the people and environment that surround us From your early childhood to your late adulthood, the people who we surround ourselves with, family, friends and even mentors, play a vital role in shaping who we are and how we see the world around us These relationships not only give you comfort and support, but they also form your values, morals and beliefs This article explores the large role close relationships have in developing your self-identity, showing the influence of meaningful connections
During your adolescent years, close relationships with friends and family help you develop important life skills that you will carry with you for your entire life Through interactions with people around you, especially at home with your family, you begin to develop communication skills, conflict resolution and even empathy Friendships also allow you to practise social skills and trust building in a more equal setting. Your early relationships give you a safe space to learn through trial and error, helping you grow
One of the most important things family relationships give you is a sense of belonging. Feeling accepted and valued by those around you helps you build confidence in yourself Within a close and supportive family, you find comfort in shared values, traditions and experiences Similarly, close friendships give you a space to be your authentic self with no worry or fear of judgment. This sense of belonging shapes how you view yourself and allows you to showcase yourself
People close to you play a large role in giving you emotional support and security during times of uncertainty Knowing some people care about you and can listen to the world you’re carrying on your shoulders with no judgment gives you a sense of comfort It helps you navigate stressful times in life with a clearer head and not be swept up in your own mind Your friends and family give you a dependable foundation of being there for the sunny and rainy days All this support helps you cope with the rollercoaster called life, but also strengthens your resilience, contributing to a more stable you
Once you develop your roots and start sprouting wings, those close to you are the first to encourage you to finally fly When the people closest to you believe in your abilities, sometimes more than you do, it motivates you to give things you never thought you could do a shot It inspires you to take risks and pursue your dreams and goals even with lingering selfdoubt and reminds you that you are not alone on your journey and that the path to success is not one travelled alone
You are your meaningful connections, and your meaningful connections are you
ADayWithoutLabels
Before you begin reading this article, I would like you to imagine that suddenly every single thing that classifies you, for example, your gender, age, your race, even your religion, just suddenly disappeared for a day Instead of being classified into categories, you could create your own single category In other words, I would like you to imagine a day without labels
Firstly, you're probably wondering how that would even work? Well, people wouldn’t see you for your appearance, or your religion, or anything that classifies you into a category or group They wouldn’t look at you and come up with a stereotype or label for you; they would not judge you for how you physically look, but rather for who you are, or more commonly, your personality This could mean that you could start exploring parts of yourself that you didn’t feel comfortable enough to before, or learn how to be your authentic self without the worry in the back of your mind saying, “What will they think” Without all these labels limiting you to other people’s expectations or having to prove yourself to them, you’d eventually start to feel more confident about yourself, and your self-esteem would grow as a result
Obviously this is a pretty impossible task to try to accomplish, as we can’t tell people to simply stop having preconceived notions and biases about others or to generally stop judging people, but we can ask people to look at a person twice and try to see them for who they are, rather than how they expect them to be But what’s stopping you from getting to know that one person you think dislikes you, or that girl wearing the cool shirt you secretly love? You may even be surprised by what you’ll find out.
However, there is also a downside to this so-called “day without labels” Yes, they may restrain us, but that does not change the fact that they are a big part of who we are and our identity. They allow us to better understand parts of ourselves or others, along with allowing us to connect with other people more easily and even grow our beliefs and ideals So suddenly taking them away would be practically the same as ripping out a big portion of ourselves
So, which one is the answer then? Labels or no labels? I think that there is no specific option, but rather what we need is a perfect balance between the two We shouldn’t take all our labels away, but we shouldn’t let them limit us and our actions in our daily lives. They are not entirely bad, but not entirely good either As Joe Olsteen, a well-known pastor, once said, “People will try to label you not good enough, too slow Too old Too many mistakes You can't stop negative comments or prevent negative labels, but you can choose not to let them hold you back ”
Keeva Middleton
HowWhatYouCreateand ConsumeShapesYour Identity
It may seem obvious that everything you create is an extension of who you are, simply because you made it yourself. But any creative arts student, or anyone who’s interested in the arts at all, will tell you that the art you create develops with you Much like the different phases and ups and downs in life, your art reflects similarly Not only that, but in return, the art shapes you. Art can promote people to be more adventurous in experimenting with new things, to be less of a perfectionist and to be open to exploring their potential
When it comes to consuming, we absorb every little thing around us This has become increasingly evident in the usage of social media, as every post or story that we see has the potential to have an impact on our perspective of things, such as our friends’ whereabouts or a content creator’s most recent post Though this can seem overwhelming, we have the ability to choose what we watch and do on our phones Much like we can choose how we spend our time, what we eat and who we surround ourselves with This is all important to create an environment that supports you and allows you to develop into the kind of person you wish to become
Personally, art has taught me to be independent and to appreciate things as they are, that every artwork and moment has value simply because it means something to me. A quote, a song, or a painting can all be seen by different people and resonate differently with each of them, and that is what makes art so special and important in helping people understand themselves better. Alexandra Knutsen
Cultural Cultural Appropriation Appropriation and the Origins and the Origins of Our Online of Our Online Identities Identities
The internet has created a culture of its own, full of niche communities and a constantly evolving language However, the identities that we build online don’t just disappear the moment we put down our phones Often, we bring this online slang into our daily lives Words such as slay, mother, woke, bet, and period have become part of our real-world speech, which are often far removed from their original meanings
These terms have formed part of an “internet identity” for many But their use is not without controversy
Much of today’s online slang originates from Queer and African American culture For example, slang such as mother and slay originated from the queer ballroom scene in New York and the use of woke originates from African American culture. These terms were once used within specific communities as signals of belonging, safety and familiarity
This practice of using language to signal an “ingroup” is not unique Think of massive fan communities, like Taylor Swift’s Swifties, who use ‘Swiftie Slang’ to showcase solidarity and form a sense of community Suddenly, these niche terms catch on and go viral, and everyone begins using them online
As this happens, the words that once held cultural significance become associated with a mainstream identity One day they're considered cool and trendy, the next they’re labelled as cringeworthy, and often the words’ original context is lost during this transformation
A further example is the controversy involving Brittany Broski, a popular influencer, who once stated that words such as chile (as in child) or period did not belong to a specific identity but were simply part of meme culture While this post has since been taken down, it sparked an important debate: Are we building our online identities on language taken from other cultures in an inappropriate context?
This leads to the discussion surrounding cultural appropriation. While cultural appropriation is often associated with overt racism, it can be far more subtle It refers to using elements of a culture without understanding, permission or respect So, is it cultural appropriation for someone to casually say slay or period on TikTok?
While maybe not intentionally, this does reveal how easily cultural contributions can be integrated into a hyper-connected, globalised world. This also explains how trends form and how information gets from point A to point B online What once signalled belonging within a specific group quickly becomes internet-wide shorthand for being cool, funny, or “in the know”
It’s natural to have a desire to belong, but our identities, both in person and online, do not evolve in a vacuum They’re shaped and influenced by the voices and cultures around us
This article is not telling you to stop using mother, gagged or bet Instead, it asks you to recognise that these words are not just part of the internet, and that the language of internet culture has human roots These words don’t just randomly appear, but rather are built through the integration of a variety of real-life experiences
By acknowledging this, we can move from cultural appropriation toward cultural appreciation In doing so, we can build our identities, both online and offline, that are rooted in respect and understanding.
Katherine Slingers Katherine Slingers
BookRecommendations AboutIdentity
A devastating raw anthology, Night Sky With Exit Wounds explores human themes such as grief, love, family, sexuality, war and how they shape us This collection of poems is deeply personal, as Ocean Vuong pours his heart out into each word given to the reader
There There is a wondrous story of twelve people from all walks of life as they make their way through various journeys Their lives are interconnected in ways one couldn’t imagine This novel is both a homage to and a critique of native american society within a modern and industrialised world
It’s within Meiko Kawakami’s novel, Breast and Eggs, that we find a humorous and groundbreaking portrait of womanhood in contemporary Japan as three women undergo an intimate navigation of the standards of beauty, motherhood and feminism Breast and Eggs perfectly balance the paradox of being familiar yet also critically uncomfortable as the identity of womanhood is analysed.
Girl Woman Other is a bold exploration of femininity within 12 different contexts as 12 women of all ethnicities and races tell their stories of triumph and hardships, love and grief. This book, set in Britain, is a riveting read for anyone wishing for an enthralling story to connect to
Like Happiness is a riveting story about marginalisation, sexuality and power dynamics within society. The story centres around Tatum Vega peacefully living in Chile when she receives a phone call questioning her complex relationship with the writer M Dominguez, who has now been accused of assault This phone call sparks a journey of selfdiscovery and how power hides itself behind the mask of love
Finding the right words to describe Toni Morrison’s Jazz - an analysis of black urban culture within America in the early 20th century - is quite an impossible feat This book calls to readers searching for an introspective read that will never leave them.
Convenience Store Woman is about Keiko She's 36 and fulfilled by working at her local supermarket This novel is about how she tries to stay true to herself in the face of a society that pushes the narrative that she’s not enough and her work isn’t important An enthralling journey of societal standards - this book is a must-read for those seeking something short, sweet and thought-provoking
Set in the Dutch summertime of 1961, finally recovered from the wounds of World War Two, The Safekeep is about Isabel and her brother’s girlfriend Eva, who ends up living in the same house as Isabel due to unforeseen circumstances The two women are each other's complete opposites, and this book is about exploring how a house can be both a precious thing and something threatening
How your Identity Changes Throughout the School Years
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A Guide to Finding a Sense of Self-Identity in a School
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The Importance of Having Someone to Identify with in Science
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Our Roots and Wings
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