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The official Twitter of East Lansing High School's student news group, Portrait. We don't post on this account, but feel free to DM us!

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Welcome to Portrait Twitter! We use this account to keep you updated about what goes up on our website and what is happening at ELHS. If you have information about an ELHS happening or event, message us!

(Photos by Ava Schmidt, Jenna Benbraham, and Sophie Phillips)

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SUSPECT PHOTOS: The suspect is a Black male, shorter in stature, red shoes, jean jacket, wearing a baseball cap that is navy with a lighter brim.

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With the winter sports season being pushed back to after winter break. The Swim and Dive team have been staying connected through biweekly zoom workouts.

Photo by Madison Gott.

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Left without her usual hobbies, Zufan Johnson (11) was bored over the quarantine period. That was before she discovered two new hobbies: makeup and yoga. (Story by Aishah Abdulkadri, photo courtesy of Zufan Johnson) Link in bio.

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Harper Dodge (10) states her opinion on the controversial topic for Harry Styles’s choice of attire for the front cover of Vogue monthly magazine. Graphic created by Ilyas Abdulrahman and interviewed by Piper Dufner.

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Though Thanksgiving may be altered this year three ELHS students who celebrated the holiday highlight the ways they worked around the differences to still have a successful time.

(Story by Anaiis Rios-Kasoga, graphic by Anaiis Rios-Kasoga via Canva)

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New Article!

Gunnar Gresens (10) has a complete set up for his online learning, this helps him with the challenges in East Lansing's online school year, as it is different from the usual in person learning.

Story by RJ Carson

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On Nov. 18, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services postponed high school sports for 3 weeks. The MHSAA plans to re-start athletics as of Dec. 9, but it’s not clear if that will be possible. (Podcast by Edith Pendell, Graphic by Gretchen Rojewski) Link in bio.

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According to the ELPS transition to in-person instruction draft plan, students will be reintroduced in stages starting with pre-K through fifth grade followed by sixth through 12th grade starting January 19. (Story by Emma Waldo, Graphic by Anaiis Rios-Kasoga via Adobe spark)

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New article!

The varsity football is trying to finish their season with a championship, but due to COVID-19 restrictions their season has been postponed at least three weeks. Making it that much harder to win a championship.

Story by Nolan Fletcher
(Photo by Joseph Pruitt)

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Eman Lasisi (12) usually spends her Thanksgiving in Chicago with her extended family, but due to COVID-19, she will be staying home this Thanksgiving.
(Story by Willa Cornillie, photo courtesy of Eman Lasisi) link in bio.

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Local charities are working hard to distribute thanksgiving meals. If you or someone you know is in need of a thanksgiving meal, click the link in bio for more information.
(Story by Allison Treanor. Photos by Aliyah Pratomo)

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For Eliza Lane (12), going to church has been different during the pandemic compared to before. Churchgoers are absent from the room. Now, Lane only shares the room with her family. (Story by Adan Quan, Photo Courtesy of Eliza Lane) Link in Bio.

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Two students with differing political ideologies share their thoughts and opinions on Joe Biden being called the president-elect for the 2020 US election, as well as their hopes for the future presidency. (Video and Graphic by Aishah Abdulkadri) Link in bio.

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The concept for Vivace Strings was born in a nursing home in South Korea. It first came to Jinyoung Jeong (11) two years ago when she was there visiting an Alzheimer's patient: her great-grandmother. (Story by Ixchel Ceballos, Photo courtesy of Jinyoung Jeong) Link in bio.

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Science teacher Geralynn Jackson wants the best for her students by means of being able to continue to grow and learn. Despite being online, Jackson tries to make her classes into a quality experience. (Story by Brielle Williams, Photo courtesy of Geralynn Jackson) link in bio.

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Final: East Lansing 49, Portage Central 6

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East Lansing TOUCHDOWN! East Lansing 49, Portage Central 6.

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East Lansing TOUCHDOWN! East Lansing 42, Portage Central 6.

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East Lansing TOUCHDOWN! East Lansing 35, Portage Central 6.