Category Archives: Mid-Winter 2020 Seasonal

Valentine’s Day through the Years

By: Jordyn Cooper

Valentine’s Day has been celebrated since the middle ages. It was brought to America by British settlers in the 19th century. Since then, it has evolved immensely. However, the basic ideals of the holiday remain the same, such as exchanging gifts and handing out cards to show your appreciation for others. After doing some research on the holiday, it seems the types of gifts and styles of cards, along with the style of dates people go on, are the main differences in the holiday through the years. Continue reading Valentine’s Day through the Years

Celebrating Galentine’s Day

By: Hannah Newcamp

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many are getting ready to celebrate Galentine’s Day. You may not be familiar with Galentine’s Day, which is a holiday created for girls to celebrate their friendships with each other on February 14. This new holiday was brought up on the television show, Parks and Recreation, for the single female characters to have something fun to do on Valentine’s Day that made them feel appreciated. Continue reading Celebrating Galentine’s Day

Making Valentine’s Day Treats

By: Ayla Valone

Valentine’s Day is a day that we are all supposed to show love and affection to the people we care about, and what’s a better way to say, I love you, than homemade treats? Not everyone is great and comfortable with giving gifts on Bae Day but a simple sweet treat isn’t too extravagant and they are always easy to make. The Squire interviewed Family and Consumer Science teacher, Mrs. Alexander, about how she celebrates Valentine’s Day and what food she makes for this particular holiday. Continue reading Making Valentine’s Day Treats