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The RoundUp

The student news site of Clements High School

The RoundUp

The student news site of Clements High School

The RoundUp

ChatGPT: Write My News Article

ChatGPT: Write My News Article

Hana Su and Bella Averilla March 7, 2025

In classrooms across the world, artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a tool that's transforming how students learn, how teachers teach, and how education evolves. From personalized...

The 2025 flu season has wreaked havoc in schools -- sick days leave too many empty desks in classrooms.

Achoo! It’s the Flu! See You!

Aanya Chand and Layan Kharouf March 6, 2025

The 2025 flu season has taken a toll. According to CDC, there have been 57 pediatric deaths, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 24 million illnesses so far. “This is an extremely heavy flu season this...

A Red Bull livery displayed at the Houston show run on Sept. 7, 2024.

Formula 1: A Global Phenomenon

Fedra Robles, Reporter February 26, 2025

Beyond the passionate enthusiasts clamoring in the stands, 20 cars that reach 60 mph in 2.1 seconds await the start lights to blink five times.  Formula 1, recognized by its speed, overtakes, strategy,...

Graphic by Karen Wei

Palisades Wildfire Leaves Californians Devastated

Layan Kharouf, Reporter January 31, 2025

The Palisades wildfire began the morning of Jan. 7, 2025 in a Los Angeles neighborhood east of Malibu known as Pacific Palisades. Although students may not necessarily be affected by the wildfire, many...

Houston is no stranger to extreme weather. Infographic by Shubhi Bhagat.

Climate: More Than Just Small Talk

Shubhi Bhagat, Reporter January 29, 2025

As the lively discussions around the dinner table begin to wane, someone brings up the topic of climate, sparking a renewed wave of conversation. The sight of snow cascading gently outside the window or...

The Sugar Land City Hall. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Power Plant Controversy Arises

Hana Su, Reporter December 16, 2024

In June, Sugar Land first announced its plans to build a quick start natural gas power plant on top of Central Unit Prison located just four miles north of Clements High School. Since the announcement,...

Climate Change and Youth Activism: Students' Role in the Environmental Movement

Climate Change and Youth Activism: Students’ Role in the Environmental Movement

Areesha Faisal, Reporter December 12, 2024

"Climate change is no longer a distant problem; it is a reality we are facing now." – Greta Thunberg As the planet faces rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and ecosystem collapse, youth...

Voice Behind the Vote

Voice Behind the Vote

Adrienne Francisco, Reporter November 12, 2024

The 2024 United States election day was on Nov. 5. Students who turned 18 before or on election day were able to vote in the election this year. “I think voting is important because the results affect...

Graphic by Jamison Shorter.

Technological Addiction with Kids

Jamison Shorter, Reporter May 20, 2024

The first ever documented electrical discovery was almost three centuries ago in 600 BC, and since then we have progressed with new discoveries and inventions. Unfortunately, accompanied by these new discoveries/inventions...

Graphic by Jamison Shorter.

The Problem of Air Pollution

Jamison Shorter, Reporter May 20, 2024

 Steaming hot temperatures, heart failure, acid rain – these are all gruesome effects of pollution. Over the years, air pollution has been a nationwide issue. According to the World Health Organization,...

Open Letter: Influential Teachers

Open Letter: Influential Teachers

May 10, 2024

Dear teachers, Thank you for all that you do. Thank you for all your selfless actions that may go unnoticed or are simply underappreciated. Although you do not hear it enough, your students are incredibly...

Open Letter: Teaching is a Work of Heart

Open Letter: Teaching is a Work of Heart

May 10, 2024

Dear teachers, Thank you for your unwavering patience in dealing with us every day. Though being a teacher is often rough and unforgiving, it can equally be rewarding when a student finds interest in...

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