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The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
Greyson Martinescu

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor

Greyson Martinescu is a Senior at DGS and a News Editor in his second year on the Blueprint. At DGS Martinescu has played on the football team and has participated in Operation Snowball twice. Since his freshman year, he has run sprints for the track and field team.

Martinescu attended the 2019 SkillsUSA competition for 3D design and animation in Springfield, Ill. At the competition, Martinescu and his partner worked on a prolonged project to earn sixth place in the high school division.

During summer break, Martinescu travels to Romania because his whole family was born and raised there. He spends time with them swimming in the Black Sea, relaxing on the beach, and driving the twisting roads around the Carpathian Mountains. 2019 has marked the sixth time he has been to Romania.

Martinescu is still deciding on colleges and hopes to study in an aviation-related field.

All content by Greyson Martinescu
With no indoor season, the boys track team looks to take full advantage of the outdoor season

Track team looks to capitalize off shortened season

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
May 12, 2021
Godzilla Vs. Kong reached a box office milestone with over $400 million at the box office

Godzilla Vs. Kong provides an action packed battle amongst a monstrous trio

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
April 27, 2021
School Stadium-Greyson

[Photo] Friday night frenzy: Fans allowed at DGS football game

Michael Nelli, Sports Editor
April 16, 2021
“For the past year, I’ve had to be very cautious about who I allow myself to see because a few months ago my Poppa was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. I go to his house multiple times a week to care for him and spend time with him, so I want to make sure I am as safe as possible. Having a small social bubble and taking necessary precautions are all worth it if it means keeping him safe,” junior Emily Poska said.

How has the last year changed you?

Ariel Oh, Mimi Akintunde-Nieves, Annie Le, Teagan Smith, Greyson Martinescu, Anika Brown, Lexie Lukacik, Alexis Pragides, Luc Alvarez, Gwendolynne Royle, Alex Miranda, Drey McGrew, Lauren Wilmore, Andrew Calek, Kassem Ossman, and Jacqueline Barba
March 12, 2021
This year, the DGS speech team placed 7th at the IHSA state competition

Speech team places 7th at state tournanment in all-virtual format

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
February 25, 2021
The second level of the new wings includes an anatomy and science classrooms

Perspective of the newly added wing

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
February 24, 2021
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Horoscopes: Songs to get you in the spring mood

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
February 18, 2021
With a change in playoff format from 7 to 8 teams from each division, both of these teams outlasted all

Super LV preview

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
February 5, 2021
As the one year mark of Coronavirus comes, many questions are left unanswered

Coping with the COVID-19 Pandemic through different parts of the world

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
December 11, 2020
CNN and Fox had dominated the top cable spots for over a decade

CNN vs. Fox: The battle of cable news

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
December 9, 2020
Let this quiz decide what you should be for Halloween this year.

What Halloween costume should you wear this year?

Luc Alvarez, Greyson Martinescu, and Alexis Pragides
October 30, 2020
This past year has definitely made us more familiar with our TVs

Top 8 TV shows over quarantine

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
October 9, 2020
Starting October 19, students will have the chance to return for in person learning

Hybrid learning provides the best pratical option

Greyson Martinescu, News Editor
September 30, 2020
The parking lot once full now provides storage for equipment

Construction progress at DGS

Greyson Martinescu, Photo Editor
May 17, 2020
Sanders reliance on his committed youth vote wasnt enough

How Bernie came up short again

Greyson Martinescu, Photo Editor
April 22, 2020
With all of us being stuck mainly indoors, some industries are providing us with comfort

The top four industries that are succeeding because of Covid-19

Greyson Martinescu, Photo Editor
March 31, 2020
Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, changes to standardized testing are announced.

[Photo] SAT and ACT cancelled; AP Exams online amid COVID-19 outbreak

Jacqueline Barba, Managing Editor
March 23, 2020
Junior Kyra Cain comments on what she hopes to see at the show, as a performer. “I look forward to seeing how everybody reacts with each act and how they notice what we do as artists,” said Cain.

A preview of the upcoming Masque and Gavel Talent Show

Greyson Martinescu, Photo Editor
March 11, 2020
Aaron Hernandez was one of the youngest tight-ends to ever play in the NFL.

Netflix’s ‘Killer Inside’ delves into the complexities of being a professional athlete

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
February 13, 2020
Aaron Hernandez was one the youngest tight-ends to ever compete in the NFL.

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Students geared up to go visit the new addition of the school.

Breaking news: MFP project progresses

Madeline O'Neil, Isabella Johnsen, and Greyson Martinescu
January 31, 2020
Speaking another language is my pathway to another culture and its history, ODonnell said.

Student diversity is shown through the different languages at DGS

Ariel Oh, Sarah Barber, Isabella Johnsen, Greyson Martinescu, Madeline O'Neil, and Alyssa Deplaris
January 28, 2020
Varsity basketball takes on Willowbrook

Varsity basketball takes on Willowbrook

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
January 23, 2020
The Cybertruck offers an all electric RV setup with a grill.

Tesla Cybertruck: Much more than your average pickup

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
January 21, 2020
How much do you know about Illinois?

How much do you know about Illinois?

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
January 16, 2020
With internet provided on Chromebooks, WI-FI for personal devices is up for question

Student petition for school Wi-Fi doesn’t connect

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
December 18, 2019
The D99 orchestra and the DGS combined choirs get ready for the start of another holiday assembly.

Music at DGS

Jacqueline Sumida and Greyson Martinescu
December 18, 2019
Gomez before he performs at the combined orchestra holiday concert.

[Photo] Jericho Gomez strives to become a better performer through the Violin

December 18, 2019
Whats your soda brand?

What’s your soda brand?

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
November 14, 2019
iPhones are the most widely used smartphone among younger generations.

A look into the top school distraction — Smartphones

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
October 21, 2019

Kickstarts are the perfect start to every teen’s day

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
October 10, 2019
13 Reasons Why season three doesnt have my approval at all.

Eight reasons why I dislike ’13 Reasons Why’ season three

Greyson Martinescu, Assistant Photo Editor
September 20, 2019
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