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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
Lauren Miranda

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief

Senior Lauren Miranda is an Editor-in-Chief on the Blueprint staff. In addition to journalism, Miranda is the captain of the DGS varsity dance team and dances in a company outside of school. She is an English tutor at DGS and a member of National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Athletes Committed to Excellence and the PE Leading program.

Miranda’s interest in journalism sparked when she took Journalistic Expression sophomore year. She has since won multiple NISPA, IJEA and Best of Sno awards for her work and aims to further her drive for journalistic inquiry this upcoming year.

When Miranda isn’t writing, she enjoys traveling, volunteering and spending time with those close to her. She is looking forward to writing for the DGS Blueprint and hopes to engage readers as well as magnify the voices of her peers.

All content by Lauren Miranda
Although a traditional game among seniors, this years rendition of the game has been seen as controversial by some.

Senior assassins raises safety concerns, controversy during first rounds

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2024
The 2000s produced plenty of classic rom-coms. Which one are you?

What 2000s rom-com are you?

Owen Chaidez, Maya Homberg, and Lauren Miranda
March 21, 2024
Senior Ella Cushing using her power to forcefully hit the ball during a summer Cheetahs game.

Cushing is ready to hit it out of the park as an Illini

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2024
Sushi City is located on 75th street in Downers Grove and serves classic Japanese dishes.

Sushi City is my ‘soy-mate’

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024
Boys wrestling manager Maddie Hahn films a meet in order to record statistics and create content.

Sideline stars: Sports managers support athletes throughout season

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2024
Sugar Milk Cafe offers a wide variety of drinks and pastries.

Sugar Milk Cafe whips up success

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2024
Moriarty poses for an annual dance company photoshoot at Impact Dance Studio.

Moriarty makes an ‘Impact’ on the competitive dance stage

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
January 17, 2024
This house, located on Belair Drive, projects Christmas movies onto the front of their home. Currently screening is “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” but many other classic Christmas movies are expected to air before Dec. 25.

Local houses dazzle with Christmas light displays

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2023

Lifting spirits

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2023
As stated on his shirt, Marty embodies the sense of pride found within the community.

Mascot mastery: Students entertain, perform as Marty the Mustang

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
November 10, 2023
Taylor Swift is well-known for writing songs about her exes. Which ex are you?

Which Taylor Swift ex are you?

Maya Homberg, Lauren Miranda, and Owen Chaidez
November 3, 2023
The only Halloween activity that teens have time to participate in is dressing up for school.

[Photo] Halloween move is key for holiday to be great

Juliana Conyer, Managing Editor
October 31, 2023
If stores aren’t smart enough to establish boundaries with their retail, then educate yourself to know what you should and shouldn’t buy off the shelves.

Don’t get ‘boo’d’: Avoid wearing these offensive Halloween costumes

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2023
Students dance the night away under flashing lights in the fieldhouse. This is the first time in two years the dance is held inside.

Homecoming week ignites school spirit

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2023
All questions regarding the upcoming dance should be directed towards the student activities office, also referred to as the Barbie hoco headquarters.

DGS announces 2023 homecoming information

Lauren Miranda, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2023
The dance decorations will encapsulate the pink Barbie wonderland and feature student-made Barbie boxes.

[Photo] DGS homecoming 2023

October 15, 2023
With only two months left of school, Kelliher is looking forward to summer vacation.

Kelliher describes her summer favorites

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
June 16, 2023
Find out what song you should jam out to this week.

Listen to this: Your lucky song for this week based on your horoscope

Megan Fox and Lauren Miranda
June 6, 2023
The Super Mario Bros. Movie, released on April 5, is the highest-grossing film of 2023.

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ levels up light-hearted laughs

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
April 28, 2023
The pursuit of a pilots license is just one of the many interesting activities students participate in after school.

After the bell: Hobbies showcase students’ passions

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
March 17, 2023
The commons is place where students and staff can go to collaborate.

[Photo] New rules enacted in commons and cafetorium

Hugo Pletcher, Opinions Editor
March 16, 2023
Mary Long and Luke Gosewisch are previous students who now work at DGS.

Blast from the past: DGS Alumni returns as staff

Maya Homberg, Emma Fudacz, Marty Blader, Isabella Shin, and Lauren Miranda
March 10, 2023
Students dance the night away under flashing lights and blaring music. The winter formal was the first dance in the large gym since 2020.

South welcomes back Northern Lights winter formal

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
February 27, 2023
All types of unwavering and unconditional love deserves to be celebrated on Valentine’s Day.

Cupid’s range needs broadening

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
February 13, 2023
In most cases, concerts create a sense of community and enjoyment within individuals. However, consumers are currently finding themselves frustrated with the current state of live entertainment.

The show must go on: Concerts shape live entertainment culture

Isabella Shin, Lauren Miranda, Taylor Neal, Amanda Despres, Emma Fudacz, and Abigail Culcasi
January 27, 2023
Ticketmaster sparks fan outrage and legal debate

Ticketmaster sparks fan outrage and legal debate

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
January 25, 2023
Whether made in the kitchen or bought at the store, these top 10 pies should definitely be tried.

Top 10 pie flavors

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
January 23, 2023
Celebrities are known for their lavish birthday parties and expensive celebrations.

Top 10 celebrity birthday parties

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
January 23, 2023
Alla Vita, located in Chicago, is the perfect place to enjoy delicious Italian food

Alla Vita offers an elevated take on traditional Italian cuisine

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
January 9, 2023
Key Club uses Giving Tree to give back this holiday season

Key Club uses Giving Tree to give back this holiday season

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
December 10, 2022
The account DGS Affirmations became popular due to reposts from students.

[Photo] My experience running DGS Affirmations account

Allison Scherquist, Entertainment Editor
December 7, 2022
The account PrimeTime features reviews of the

[Photo] Student run accounts dominate social media platforms

December 7, 2022
The spread of social media accounts is amplified by students around South.

Micro-Influencers shape DGS

Lauren Miranda, Amanda Despres, Allison Scherquist, Ava Lafin, Isabella Shin, and Abigail Culcasi
December 7, 2022
Athletes face a variety of mental struggles, including fear of failure, underperforming and exhaustion.

Mind, body and mental health: The student-athlete struggle

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
November 11, 2022

The Holiday Breakdown

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
November 4, 2022
The Haunting of Molly Hartley is definitely not a movie one should spend their time watching.

Horrible horror: Top five worst horror movies of all time

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
October 28, 2022

House Hunting

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
October 25, 2022
Students pack the football stadium bleachers to watch the 2022 pep assembly. The assembly incorporates a variety of acts, including performances from the DGS cheerleaders, Fillies and solo singers.

Stranger Things spirit week solicits homecoming excitement

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
September 19, 2022
Senior homecoming court representatives Hanna Rodeck and Rose Kuhlman will be honored at the pep assembly on Friday, Sept. 16.

2022 homecoming court announced

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
September 12, 2022
The DGS stadium hosts many of the homecoming week events, including the homecoming pep assembly and football game.

DGS homecoming spirit week begins Monday, Sept. 12

Lauren Miranda, Features Editor
September 12, 2022
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