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The Lightning Strike

The Student News Site of Dr. Michael M. Krop

The Lightning Strike

The Student News Site of Dr. Michael M. Krop

The Lightning Strike

A HELPING HAND: Students Omer Gan-el and Tashrick Huda working on the school's botanical garden.

Growing dreams, one planet at a time

Jaelen Smith, Staff Writer February 5, 2025

     Krop’s very own botanical garden opens the door for students to gain environmental awareness, and learn valuable skills in a hands-on, engaging way.       Environmental Science teacher...

LOVE IN THE AIR: Covered chocolate strawberries for Valentine's Day.

Sweet treats by Niyah

Jenima Gabriel, Staff Writer February 5, 2025

       From humble beginnings to growing success, senior Laniyah Pierre’s business “Sweet Treats by Niyah” continues to expand.         Pierre was inspired by the time she spent...

HANDS ON DECK: Teachers Shanon Haynes and Ben Rosenthal each teaching their class.

Honoring teacher excellence

Katherine Moses, Staff Writer February 5, 2025

     CTE instructors Shannon Haynes and Ben Rosenthal were honored as Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year, respectively. These award winners are chosen by faculty to recognize outstanding...

AFTER HOURS: Chef James Lubin pursuing his side hustle.

Teachers hustle beyond the classroom

Natalia Herrera, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

      Teachers are often underpaid and work long hours, prompting many to take side jobs. This extra income helps them pursue passions, gain new skills and sometimes enhance their teaching, benefiting...

Nailing the art of business

Nailing the art of business

Kayden Mcdonald, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

Junior Alyse Nicholas has turned her passion for nails into a business she calls “Nailz by Khlo.” The inspiration for her business began in eighth grade when Nicholas started getting acrylics and...

STUDENT LEADERS: Seniors Yadlie Joseph and and Simja Haratz giving a
presentation on Youth Med Connect.

YouthMed Connect

Seth Cohen, News Editor October 30, 2024

      If you enter junior Yadlie Joseph’s bedroom, you will hear the sound of typing bouncing across the room as she plans blood drives and other events designed to help kids prepare for the medical...

LET’S CHAT: Alongside Activities Director Michelle Russell, Ms. Alba Nuñez attends ad administrator meeting in Mr. Krueger’s office.

Behind the Scenes: The day of an administrator

Evelie St-Louis, Spread Editor October 30, 2024

     For students, the school day begins when they walk into the building, but for administrators, work starts as soon as they open their eyes. This definitely applies to Assistant Principal Monica...

WORKING HARD: Senior Alexis Chery helping newspaper students with ques-
tions and concerns during layout after school

New editor-in-chief makes history

Isaiah Chavez, Opinion Editor October 30, 2024

     Senior Alexis Chery’s appointment as the Editor-in-Chief for The Lightning Strike’s 27th issue marks the first time in Krop’s history a black student leads the newspaper, standing as a figure...

SHOWING OFF: Junior Denzel Augustin with other students from across the
country visiting the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park

Junior Denzel Augustin honored for passion in civics

Alexis Chery, Editor in Chief October 30, 2024

     Junior Denzel Augustin attended an all paid expenses trip to Washington D.C. on Sept. 26 for an iCivics Youth Fellowship symposium, being one of 34 high school students selected from over 500 applicants.     ...

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION: Drama Teacher La-Sheba Williams instructs
senior Jason Davis on how he should always be prepared.

New school year, new teachers, new beginnings

Denzel Augustin, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

     As the school year began, the subjects of Law, Art and Drama gained fresh faces, as Krop welcomed three new teachers.       The Law class is being taught by Portia Wallace after former teacher...

SCHOOL SPIRIT: Assistant Principals Monica Alba-Nuñez and Kristan Belfield
watch the Homecoming pep rally performers on Oct. 13.

Fresh faces: Meet our new leaders

Joshua Sadov, Feature and Managing Editor June 10, 2024

In recent years, Krop has undergone many structural changes in leadership. Most recently, we welcome two new assistant principals, Monica Alba-Núñez and Kristan Belfield.       Overseeing curriculum,...

GET INVOLVED: Senior Daniel Entebi scans a QR code to vote for this year’s Homecoming theme.

The ins and outs of Student Government Association

Seth Cohen, Spread Editor June 10, 2024

To understand many important aspects of Krop, from school events to certain community service projects and everything in between, one must look at SGA's role in the process.  SGA has an extensive board,...

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