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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
Sarah Barber

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief

Sarah Barber is a senior at DGS and is in her second year on staff. This year, she is the Online Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Blueprint. In addition to journalism, Barber competes with the DGS varsity speech team and is involved with Operation Snowball, Mad Dash and masque and gavel. 

In the future, Barber hopes to attend either Boston College, Villanova University or Northeastern University. As of now, she is undecided in the field of liberal arts, leaning towards international relations, criminal psychology or pre-law. 

Outside of school, Barber works over the summer at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Water Park as a lifeguard and swim instructor, additionally, she volunteers at Feed My Starving Children. When she isn’t working or studying, Barber can be found spending time with her family, thinking about work she hasn’t done yet and organizing.

All content by Sarah Barber
With COVID-19 causing face-to-face learning to be cancelled for the rest of the year, many teachers now communicate with their students via video chats.

Behind the Zoom screen: How teachers are coping with remote learning

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2020
Hulus miniseries Little Fires Everywhere boasts eight drama-filled episodes.

Hulu’s ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ brings the heat

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2020
“We’re making a commitment to stay home because we’re All In for Illinois — for our neighbors and grandparents, our health care professionals and first responders, our grocery store workers and so many more. Staying in keeps us all safe,” Governor Pritzker said.

Our crucial civic responsibility: Social distancing to flatten the curve

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2020
As of Nov. 12, Tatum Mitchell is committed to division I Baylor University.

Baylor bound: Equestrian Tatum Mitchell commits to division I university

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 2020
Junior Matt Leinart wins both the 200-freestyle and the 100-breaststroke at the IHSA state championship.

Leinart reigns supreme: Legally blind swimmer wins state, breaks records

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2020
Between the new management, questionable actions of the owners and a new streaming service, the 2020 Chicago Cubs will be nothing like fans have seen before, but is that a good thing?

Ross, Ricketts, Marquee Sports Network: 2020 to be tense year for Chicago Cubs

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2020
Keep up to date with everything happening at DGS this week.

Weekly Preview: March 2-6

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2020
Selective senioritis in action: Sarah Barber lays on the ground during fifth hour, for lack of anything better to do.

I have senioritis — when I want to

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2020
Blueprint staff members Tatum Mitchell and Brenna Cohoon at the signing day at DGS in November.

[Photo] Multiple DGS student athletes commit to college teams

Tatum Mitchell, Print Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2020
The team poses before the game, with the seniors in the front holding their gifts.

Conference classic: Mustangs fight for 56-51 win over Hinsdale South

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2020
Find out what is going on at DGS this week, Feb. 3.

Weekly Preview: Feb. 3-7

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2020
A Blueprint poll found thatover 30 different languages are spoken among DGS students.

Multilingual and multitalented: Benefits of speaking more than one language

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 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
DGS boys varsity basketball will have their next home game on Thursday, Jan. 23, against Crane Medical Prep High School.

Mustang basketball picks up speed with 57-40 conference win

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2020
The board will meet next on Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall.

Woodridge village board authorizes lot subdivision, resurfacing resolutions

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 17, 2020
DGS will face Lyons Township on Saturday, Jan. 28, at 5:00 p.m.

Girls varsity basketball fights to 53-51 win over Addison Trail

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2020
This week, we welcome all Mustangs back to school for the 2020 year.

Weekly Preview: Jan. 6-10

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 7, 2020
I promise Im not a Grinch, but some Christmas songs are just too ridiculous.

Top 10 most ridiculous Christmas songs

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 10, 2019
Sophomore Audrey Mahoney competes in the 200 medley relay against DGN.

[Photo] DGS girls swim team makes waves through the record books

Kira Matheson, Online Opinions Editor
November 22, 2019

10 Mustangs sign national letters of intent to compete at division I schools

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2019
One of the self-proclaimed quiz queens (the other being Tatum Mitchell) poses with a fruit Snapchat filter.

Discover what fruit you are

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2019
Morgan and Sydney Rau first stepped onto a softball field 12 years ago and have now committed to four more, at the collegiate level.

Rau twins commit to play Division III softball at UW-Oshkosh

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2019
DGS girls cross country will be competing at the IHSA Regional meet at Lyons Township High School on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Girls cross country strides towards end of season, starting with IHSA Regionals

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2019
Ive had these tabs open for so long, Im genuinely surprised they havent permanently frozen into my Chromebook screen.

Applying to college: What you might not know and where to start

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2019
Brindza high fives Principal Edward Schwartz at her state send off at 7:30 a.m. on Oct. 17.

Brindza swings her way to state, into DGS history

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2019
The Mustangs beat the Trojans 167-148 at Tuesdays home meet, improving their overall record to 7-0.

Girls swim and dive honors seniors, beats DGN at final home meet

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2019
Halloween Oreos are a perfect fall treat, especially for an Aries.

Let your horoscope decide which fall treat you should try next

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2019
Seniors applying for the early-decision deadlines are working through the application process.

The stress of college applications is in full swing

Sarah Barber and Jacob Casella
October 5, 2019
This is the email that seniors received from Ann Lichaj on Friday Sept. 27 regarding due dates for supporting documents in Naviance.

The College and Career Center needs to get its supporting documents in shape

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2019
Medina had never cheered until walking onto the mat at tryouts last spring.

Medina makes his mark: Sophomore becomes first male flyer in DGS history

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2019
On Thursday Sept. 24, DGS held its first active intruder drill of the year.

Intruder safety drill encounters technological difficulties

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2019
On Friday Sept. 13, The Head and The Heart took on the Chicago Theatre as part of their Living Mirage tour.

The Head and The Heart ‘Living Mirage’ tour was an apparition in and of itself

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2019
Tatum and I at last years homecoming, before tearing up the gym floor. This is the infamous $36 dollar dress.

Top 10 Tuesday: The worst things about homecoming season

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2019
Sarah and Tatum would like to welcome you all back to Mustang Country with one of their signature wild quizzes, enjoy!

[Photo]

This was my vibe throughout the entire school year -- a prime example of why I am ending this toxic relationship.

Breaking up with junior year

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
May 1, 2019
Today Sarah and Tatum release their newest ridiculous quiz: discover your spirit animal.

Discover your spirit animal with Sarah & Tatum

Sarah Barber and Tatum Mitchell
April 23, 2019
Always pushed is a nod to Mr. Chochole, my AP US History teacher from last year, who loves to say AP: always pushed.

AP exams: My ‘always pushed’ classes torture me

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
April 17, 2019
Sit back and let your announcements legends help you discover your style icon.

Discover your style icon with Sarah & Tatum

Sarah Barber and Tatum Mitchell
April 11, 2019
The Mustangs will travel to face Proviso East on Tuesday.

Mustangs stampede over Red Devils 3-0

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
April 9, 2019
Im here to compete and succeed with whatever life brings me.

Q & A with Division I hopeful Jack Blazevich

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
April 3, 2019
Caldwell begins practice by explaining the plan to his team.

Caldwell appointed head track coach after long run with DGS program

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
March 22, 2019

Issue 4

Andrea Davenport, Srushti Desai, Rhaya Truman, Ariel Oh, Alex Miranda, Jacob Casella, Tatum Mitchell, Ina Barashka, Paul Szmanda, Emmanuelle Copeland, Colin Dodd, Rachel Ley, Jacqueline Sumida, Sarah Barber, Natalia Ruiz, Vianney Mendoza, and Miles Little
March 22, 2019
Members of the ultimate team began practice on March 18 and will soon be competing against other schools in the area.

Ultimate frisbee seeks redemption after loss at state

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
March 22, 2019
DG girls lacrosse faced Minooka at home on Carstens Field last night.

DG girls’ lacrosse sticks it to Minooka with 17-5 win

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
March 20, 2019
The Village of Woodridge bimonthly board meeting took place last night, Thursday March 7.

Village of Woodridge bimonthly board meeting passes rezoning resolution

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
March 8, 2019
DGS dominated Batavia 84-52 last night in IHSA regional semifinal.

Mustangs stampede over Batavia 84-52 in regional semifinal

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
February 27, 2019
Green Book won for Best Picture at the 2019 Oscars and I have some thoughts.

‘Green Book’: White-washed film wins Best Picture

Sarah Barber, Online Opinions Editor
February 26, 2019
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