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The Voice

The student news site of Huntley High School in Huntley, Illinois

The Voice

The student news site of Huntley High School in Huntley, Illinois

The Voice

Emma Christenson

Emma Christenson, Managing Editor

Emma Christenson is one of the managing editors of The Voice, it is her third year on staff. In her free time, Emma watches romantic comedy movies, hangs out with her best friends and her boyfriend who is also on staff. Emma loves building Legos and creating little projects.

All content by Emma Christenson
Senior Braylon Bower, part of the "Braylon's Bananas 2.0" Group, plays on the court during a match.

Ghouls, gals, and volleyball!

On Oct. 22, UNICEF held a volleyball tournament where HHS students dress up in costumes and practice some newfound skills.
By Emma Christenson, Managing Editor
October 28, 2024

Huntley High School is never empty. You would think the high school would be empty at 5:30 p.m. following a seven-hour school day, but think again. All...

The Crime Chronicles: Episode 1

Join Emma Christenson as she dives into the cold case of JonBenet Ramsey
By Emma Christenson
October 22, 2024

One of Katy Perry's new music videos, "Women's World," showing the empowerment of women throughout the years.

The pop queen has returned, but for better or worse?

After four years of not releasing any music to the public, Katy Perry finally makes her comeback with her new album “143” on Sept. 20.
By Emma Christenson, Managing Editor
September 24, 2024

On June 17, Katy Perry announced that she would be coming out with her first single in four years. Then on July 10, she made sure all social media platforms...

Let’s go LEGO!

Let’s go LEGO!

Join Emma as she discusses a LEGO set full of succulents!
By Emma Christenson
March 13, 2024

The botanical collection for LEGO has been an amazing idea and has made the company millions of dollars just based on this one collection. It all started...

Having a study session while listening to  "Eternal Sunshine."

Get ready to bask in eternal sunshine

Ariana Grande has made her comeback after three years out of the music industry, coming out with her new album “Eternal Sunshine.”
By Emma Christenson
March 13, 2024

Ariana Granda finally made her comeback this past week, dropping her highly anticipated album “Eternal Sunshine.” Granda has been working on her new...

Business coming together at the Mental Health fair for one goal!

Breaking the stigma

On Jan. 31, many people come to embrace mental wellness at Huntley’s Mental Health fair.
By Emma Christenson
February 4, 2024

One in five teens have suffered from mental health disorders. Mental health affects your athletic abilities, academic performance, social well-being, and...

Let’s Go Lego!

Let’s Go Lego!

Join Emma as she takes a look into the “Hocus Pocus” LEGO set.
By Emma Christenson
January 23, 2024

“Hocus Pocus” has always been a fun halloween movie to snuggle up with your friends and family for a movie night. But imagine having a LEGO movie night,...

“The Marvels” poster at AMC theaters.

“The Marvels” did not live up to the name

One of the new Marvel movies, “The Marvels” lets down fans from all over the franchise
By Emma Christenson
November 14, 2023

The lights begin to dim, the audience is sitting in red leather seats waiting for Marvel's opening theme song to begin. One hour and 45 minutes passed,...

Building of the blocks: Episode 2

Building of the blocks: Episode 2

Join Emma as she takes a look at the ins and outs of "The Office" LEGO set!
By Emma Christenson
November 8, 2023

LEGO has always been a big part of my life. Ever since I was little my parents would always get me LEGOs for Christmas and other holidays. Every Christmas...

Let’s Go Lego!

Let’s Go Lego!

Join Emma as she takes a look into the ins and outs of "The Little Mermaid" clam shell LEGO.
By Emma Christenson
September 27, 2023

The LEGO company started in Billund, Denmark in the workshop of Ole Kirk Christiansen in 1932. This created a new dawn for LEGO lovers all over the world,...

Two of the Chicago Fire kites in synchronized harmony as they perform to a song from the “La La Land” soundtrack.

Let’s go fly a kite!

Kids from all over town came to the Huntley Kite Fest at Deicke park to fly some kites and enjoy the extravaganza
By Emma Christenson
September 25, 2023

On a crisp autumn day with the temperature just reaching a high of 76, parents and children make the drive over to Deicke Park. Exiting the car, the parents'...

DJ Quick just after shaving his head to bring awareness to cancer patients.

Bringing awareness one shaved head at a time

On March 4, Malowe hosted Battle of the Bald for the Huntley community to come and show their support to cancer patients.
By Emma Christenson
March 4, 2023

More than 17,000 children in the United States are diagnosed with cancer yearly because of this growing number organizations like St. Baldricks and many...

Easton smiling and posing for the camera.

Is this Squishmallow bop or flop?

Reviewing the Squishmallow, Easton.
By Emma Christenson
March 1, 2023

After gazing at my collection of Squishmallows I realized I have not done a review on one of my favorites. Right as I walked into the store he caught my...

Ellie and Joel standing in front of the fungal infection.

“The Last of Us” strikes an emotional cord with viewers

Adaptation of the 2013 video game “The Last of Us” begins streaming on HBO Max.
By Emma Christenson
January 18, 2023

The brilliant video game, which came out in 2013, now has just been released. “The Last of Us” streaming on HBO Max, bringing us to a post-apocalyptic...

Bertwin, Adin and Gaila smiling at the camera, ready for a photo.

Is this Squishmallow bop or flop?

Reviewing the Squishmallow mystery pack
By Emma Christenson
January 15, 2023

Waking up on winter break and running down the stairs to see presents under the tree, never fails to put a smile on my face. Sitting under the Christmas...

Ella Doughty standing in her uniform, holding her tennis racket, smiling brightly for a picture.

Going above and beyond

Ella Doughty, a freshman on varsity, shows her commitment to the team in many ways.
By Emma Christenson
November 15, 2022

The tennis ball hits the court chronologically, bouncing off the racket back and forth. Her breath is heavy, focusing on what move to make next. Her hair,...

The Squishmallow, Malcolm, striking a pose for the camera.

Is this Squishmallow bop or flop?

Reviewing the mushroom Squishmallow, Malcolm.
By Emma Christenson
November 3, 2022

Trying to find the perfect Squishmallow is an amusing goal that I hope to achieve. Everytime I walk into a store, I always have to examine the toy section,...

Is this Squishmallow bop or flop?

Is this Squishmallow bop or flop?

Reviewing the bumblebee Havin
By Emma Christenson
October 21, 2022

Since the beginning of quarantine in March 2020, I have been fascinated with Squishmallows. So I have begun a blog about myself detailing and rating some...

The girl behind the camera of “What’s good in the last 24?”

The girl behind the camera of “What’s good in the last 24?”

Isabel Hernandez, the editor of Mr. Allen’s TikTok
By Emma Christenson
October 11, 2022

Students have a set schedule of how they like to spend their mornings at Huntley High school, communicating with friends, finding out what homework was...

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