The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
The Union St. Journal: Cherry Creek High School's official news source

Union St. Journal
Alex Gribb

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief

Hi, I’m Alex Gribb. This is my third and final year at the USJ.  As the Editor-in-Chief, I hope to inform the Student Body, while also investigating hard-hitting stories. I love writing in all genres, except for news, and I am really excited to work with such an amazing staff this year. If I’m not working on journalism, which I always am, you can find me reading a good book, baking, or going on late-night coffee runs with my friends. I have amazing music taste, and my top three artists are Beyoncé, Laufey, and Weston Estate.

All content by Alex Gribb
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (XII)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (XII)

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2024
Influencers are promoting overconsumption of trendy items to young audiences. The lifespans of these trends are getting shorter and shorter, leading to waste.

[Photo] Influencers Lead Consumers Astray

Ava Segale, Staff Writer
March 19, 2024
Junior Giselle Yokomichi poses behind a curtain. For Yokomichi, her experience with sexual assault was a battle between sharing her story and staying quiet. "As far as my own experience and others, a lot of the time you want to stay anonymous and we want to keep the other person anonymous," Yokomichi said. "You don't want to be reminded of it. I feel like most victims want to stay quiet and hidden away."

‘You Never Really Heal From Something Like That’

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
March 16, 2024
Senior Brian Bowler poses for Mr. Creek's opening performance. The pageant, hosted annually by student senate, serves as a mid-week show for students to attend, and for one junior or senior to be named Mr. Creek. This event and many others, including Shazam, Mario Kart, 3v3 basketball, and a silent auction all culminated into Creek's Power Week.

Student Senate’s Power Week Breaks Fundraising Record: See Moments Here

Alex Gribb, Quinn Rudnick, Peter Philpott, Alisa Kovaleva, and Sophia Hady
February 22, 2024
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (XI)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (XI)

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2024
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (X)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (X)

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2024
Democratic Senator Michael Bennet spoke to a group of roughly 30 students about his Assuring Safe, Secure, Ethical, and Stable Systems for AI bill (ASSESS AI.) This talk was organized by junior Cybernetics club president Benjapon Frankel in an effort to inform students on AI’s real world regulation. “The process started with an email,” Frankel said. “I ended up meeting the Senator in person. I had printed out a letter for [him,] and I handed it to him at the opening of the Traverse Academy School. That was when he agreed to do it.”

Senator Bennet Talks AI Regulation, “I Think We Have a Chance”

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2023
Donald Duvall Jr., the assistant track and field coach and a member of the West Cafeteria staff, is part of a community at Creek who work "behind the scenes" jobs - but those jobs are no less important than any teacher or administration. Duvall, and many others, are more than their profession.

Behind the Scenes

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2024
Some Jewish students feel the need to disguise their religious identities due to rising antisemitism. "This is a societal problem. Can we completely eradicate hate?" Campus Middle School Principal Lisa Staal said. "I'd like to think so. But in order to do that, we need allies and advocates."

‘That’s What My Grandparents Did’: Jewish Students Force to Adapt to Antisemitism in Schools and Beyond

Alex Gribb, Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2023
Ralston Valley players attempt to block an extra point by Creek senior kicker Thomas Goeglein (#49), who increased the score to 28-9 after a touchdown by sophomore wide receiver Max Lovett (#6) at minute 5:12 in the third quarter. Creek Varsity Football beat Ralston Valley 35-9 in their season opener on Friday night.

Varsity Football Smokes Ralston Valley 35-9 in Season Opener: See Moments Here

Quinn Rudnick and Alex Gribb
August 27, 2023
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (IX)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (IX)

Alex Gribb, Editor-In-Chief
August 18, 2023
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VIII)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VIII)

Alex Gribb, Editor-In-Chief
May 27, 2023
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[Photo] Shakespeare: Bury His Books With Him

Vee Williamson, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
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[Photo] Real Issues Deserve A Place In Kids Movies

Jackson Sloan, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
Senior varsity girls' swim and dive member Lily Esmas competes against Cherokee Trail High School on Jan. 26 during the 100 yard backstroke event, placing first in the event with a 01:00.57. Creek went on to lose to Cherokee Trail 201-170, even though they won seven of five events competed in.

Bodies First, Swimming Second

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
March 11, 2023
Students gathered in the Fine Arts Theater on Thursday night to watch Mr. Creek, a longtime Power Week tradition where male Creek students perform in a pageant-like competition. After battling against other candidates, senior Cooper Collins won the title of Mr. Creek in front of a sold out crowd. “It was very unexpected and kind of surreal. Any one of the candidates could’ve won Mr. Creek, and when they said my name I think I almost passed out,” Collins said. “I probably would’ve if the guys didn’t pick me up.”

Creek Raises $51,000 For Bags of Fun in Record Power Week: See Moments Here

Carly Philpott, Alex Gribb, Quinn Rudnick, Gillian Neale, and Gabby Schrock
February 24, 2023
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VII)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VII)

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2023
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VI)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (VI)

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2023
July 2 – People crowded the streets of downtown Denver after it was announced June 24 that the Supreme Court had overturned Roe v. Wade. Colorado's government is Democratic enough that it is unlikely we will lose abortion privileges, but surrounding states will largely face abortion restrictions and bans. I attended three protests, and despite the anger at the situation, the energy was hopeful that we could still fight back. – Editor-in-Chief Carly Philpott

2022: The Year in Pictures

Carly Philpott, Alex Gribb, Quinn Rudnick, Izzy Krauss, Emily Gleason, and Peter Philpott
December 31, 2022
According to Couples Therapy Inc., the vast majority of high school sweethearts do not last.

[Photo] We Are Too Immature to Find Love

Gabby Schrock, Teambuilding Committee Chair
December 16, 2022
Junior Gabby Clark greets a customer at the register of Einstein Bros. Bagels during her shift on Dec. 4. Clark, like many other students, works for a little extra cash. But she also says teens can be discriminated against in the workplace. “There have been several instances where schedules have been changed last minute for me, or employers assume I can come in during non-school hours when they’re short staffed, just because I’m not in school,” she said.

To Work Or Not to Work?

Carly Philpott, Alex Gribb, and Annabelle Crouch
December 16, 2022
Athletic Trainer Josh Yamaguchi works on junior Kaden Bennett’s knee. “He’s very respectful and helpful,“ Bennett said.

Creek Athletic Trainer Shares His Passion

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2022
Players jump into the stands following the Creek win, lifting four fingers to symbolize Creek's four state championships in a row.

See Moments From Creek’s State Championship Four-Peat

Carly Philpott and Alex Gribb
December 4, 2022
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (V)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (V)

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
November 28, 2022
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (IV)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (IV)

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2022
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[Photo] Freshmen Orientation Isn’t Applicable

Angela Xu, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
Day-to-day Homework Fails

Day-to-day Homework Fails

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
November 1, 2022
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (III)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (III)

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
October 1, 2022
With an undefeated record, Head Coach David Knoeckel was disappointed with the loss. "It's okay. I mean, it's the fourth game that we played, and the second weekend so we still want to learn how to do better. we're gonna get better. We [the team] are fine."

Flag Football Faces 18-7 Loss in Homecoming Game: See Moments Here

Amanda Castillo-Lopez and Alex Gribb
September 24, 2022
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (II)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (II)

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
September 19, 2022
Icelandic singer Laufey relesed her debut album "Everything I Know About Love" on August 26.

Laufey’s First Studio Album Should Be a Teenage Girl Classic

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
September 6, 2022
The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (I)

The Hateful Eight: Eight Things I Hate (I)

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
September 5, 2022
On June 24, Protests erupted after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, a landmark case protecting the right to an abortion. In Denver, some protests faced pro-life counterprotesters from organizations in favor of the Court decision. One such organization is Protect Life Offices at Catholic Charities Denver, directed by Lynn Grandon. “[At Protect Life] we work to foster the understanding of there being value, worth, and dignity for every single human life at every age and every stage of development, using good common science and biology.”

Why One Retired Healthcare Worker Supports the Pro-Life Movement

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
August 25, 2022
Creek Varsity Boys’ Soccer played their first match of the season on Tuesday, facing off against Columbine. After a scoreless first half, they brought home the game at 3-0.

See Moments From Varsity Boys’ Soccer Game

Quinn Rudnick and Alex Gribb
August 24, 2022
Only a few students showed up to the women's varsity soccer match against Eaglecrest on March 26, despite a 4-0 win.

How Do You Start a Chant With Five People?

Alex Gribb, Opinions Editor
May 9, 2022
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