Caroline Schaffer

stingerehs.com — This previously ran in our February 2022 print issue. The Family Consumer Science (FCS) Department at Emmaus High School offers students a variety of enriching courses where they can gain experience and knowledge to take into their future. With classes ranging from Child Development to Fashion Design to Creative Foods, the FCS department offers something...

stingerehs.com — Predominantly in India, Jains, Sikhs, Newar Buddhists, and Hindus celebrate Diwali, often known as the Festival of Lights, over the five-day holiday. Falling between Nov. 2 and Nov. 6 this year, the dates are determined based on the Hindu lunar calendar, where each day holds a different significance.

stingerehs.com — This previously ran in our October 2021 print issue. Fall is the season of haunted houses, horror movies, pumpkins, and all things eerie. The mysterious perception of tarot cards, crystals, and astrology seem to form a witchy aesthetic that many connect with Halloween. For some, though, such practices are a part of their daily lives,...

stingerehs.com — For years of my school experience, English teachers have said to always have an independent reading book on hand for class reading time. They would stress the significance of reading a book of interest, but rarely did teachers actually set aside time regularly for students to read their chosen book.

stingerehs.com — This previously ran in our September 2021 print issue. In the final weeks of summer, the seniors of Emmaus high school received an announcement for their first fundraiser of the year: an opportunity to paint their own parking spots. A sense of community had been missing from Emmaus following the year spent learning online.

stingerehs.com — During her four years at Emmaus High School, Caitlin O'Brien emerged herself into a variety of clubs and organizations. In addition to being Deputy News Editor of The Stinger, O'Brien holds the position of president of both Science Olympiad and Science Fair and vice president of Math Team.

stingerehs.com — The charismatic and bubbly personality of Jessica Yenawine flows right through her hand and into her captivating artwork. Emmaus junior Jessica Yenawine's love for art began as a young child but eventually grew into her passion for watercolor, especially in the eighth grade. Inspired by artist Claude Monet, nature, and her friends, she is able to...

stingerehs.com — When fast-food chains began selling meatless options, the plant-based community offered differing viewpoints on the matter. Around the world, fast-food chains such as Burger King, Wendy's, McDonald's, and KFC introduced customers to plant-based meats in recent years. The Impossible Whopper, introduced in 2019, grew a following at Burger Kings across America.

stingerehs.com — Olivia Timmins has been a dedicated swimmer for Emmaus all throughout her four years of high school and one of the two senior girl swimmers this school year. Leading up to her high school years, Timmins swam competitively for the Emmaus Aquatic Club (EMAC) beginning in sixth grade.

stingerehs.com — When you're craving a sweet treat, a small vegan bakery might not be what the average person has in mind. But for vegans (and even some non-vegans) in the Lehigh Valley, Vegan Treats in Bethlehem is exactly what they are looking for.