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
Izzy Krauss

Izzy Krauss, Editor-in-Chief

Howdy! I’m Izzy. I am a junior here at CCHS, and this will be my third year as staff on the USJ. I will go into this year as the Editor-in-Chief! I love news and opinions and if I’m not writing you can catch me reading a new book, spending time with friends, or going to a concert. I enjoy reading all different perspectives and I’m excited to see what this year holds! As a journalist I strive to present information to the public in a way that is digestible, as well as exploring different perspectives and experiences. I hold a strong love for journalism and hope to continue it throughout my life, whether through photography or writing.
All content by Izzy Krauss
These were the messages users received when entering the app at the start and end of the ban.

[Photo] Creek Students React to Potential TikTok Ban

Keagan Hong, Assistant News Editor
April 9, 2025
Students in a CCIC construction class practice how to use a saw in an infrastructure class.

Popular Programs: Culinary and Infrastructure Fuse Skills With Real Life

Izzy Krauss and Peter Philpott
March 13, 2025
A student in one of CCIC's automotive classes cleans off a show car in their warehouse.

Popular Programs: Transportation and Health Allow Pre-Career Learning

Izzy Krauss and Peter Philpott
March 13, 2025
The use of designated drivers, or someone who doesn't drink in order to get everyone home safely from an event, has become more popular with high school students.

Who’s The Designated Driver?

Izzy Krauss, Managing & Design Editor
December 12, 2024
Dear George Washington High School Students & Staff: Our Response To The 5A & 4A Article

Dear George Washington High School Students & Staff: Our Response To The 5A & 4A Article

Quinn Rudnick, Jude Gorden, Izzy Krauss, and Serenity Hurtado
November 4, 2024
Go Team Blue: Kamala Harris' strong policies, plans for education and reproductive rights, and likeable personality have us excited for the future of America.

[Photo] Kamala Harris is the Only Option for America

Staff
October 23, 2024
Many students had to move to other classes do to over enrollment.

[Photo] Increase in Freshman Enrollment Leads to Expansion of New Classes

Vera Costa, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024
Copy of week in athletics (1)

[Photo] The Hateful Eight; Eight Things I Really Dislike (II)

IV Collier, Staff Writer
September 21, 2024
Copy of week in athletics

[Photo] The Hateful Eight; Eight Things I Really Dislike (I)

IV Collier, Staff Writer
September 5, 2024
Despite the health benefits of being outside, students often fall victim to endless scrolling and brain rot. The algorithms on different social media apps make it harder to put the phone down, but doing it can be beneficial.

Put Your Phone Down and Pick Up Your Mental Health

Izzy Krauss, Opinions Editor
May 13, 2024
men crying (2)

[Photo] Men Aren’t Allowed to Cry, and It’s Killing Them

Rue Minar, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
Addiction treatment prices in Colorado are extremely high, making treatment increasingly difficult for people to make progress in recovery. In order to improve the system, addiction treatment needs to be made cheaper and more accessible.

$12,500 for a Life? Drug Addiction Treatment Needs to be More Accessible

Quinn Rudnick and Izzy Krauss
January 18, 2024
English teacher Erika DeShay Lowenkron incorporates queer texts in the new course CP Introduction to Queer Literature, including classical works such as Orlando by Virginia Woolf as well as contemporary LGBTQ+ writings. “The goal is to try to give a little bit of history of queer authors and queerness in literature,” DeShay Lowenkron said.

CP Introduction to Queer Literature Highlights LGBTQ+ History and Experiences

Izzy Krauss, Opinions Editor
January 11, 2024
Members of Denver East High School Students Demand Action march down 16th Street Mall away from the Colorado Capitol on April 29. East students hosted the protest to advocate for gun legislation, joined by other Students Demand Action chapters and community members.

The Breaking Point: Shooting Threats Spark Anxiety in Many

Izzy Krauss, Web & Opinions Editor
May 1, 2023
Sophomore outside hitter Ava Ross (11) and senior middle block and right side Jaida Johnson (12) block the ball during a game against Cherokee Trail on Oct. 11.

[Photo] How Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Plans To Ensure Another Championship Season

Nour Kreishan and Natalia Perusquia
August 25, 2022
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The Revival of LEGOs

Amanda Castillo-Lopez, Peter Philpott, and Izzy Krauss
March 12, 2023
Speakers on stage during the Jan. 30 Colorado Youth Diversity Conference at Creek.

Creek Hosts 30th Colorado Youth Diversity Conference: “An Open and Safe Space”

Izzy Krauss, Web Editor
February 3, 2023
A protester chants carries a sign saying "I am woman, hear me roar" during the 2023 Women's March on the 16th Street Mall. The line, originally from the song "I Am Woman" by Helen Reddy, is commonly used in abortion rights protests.

On 50th Anniversary of Roe, Denverites March for Abortion Justice, Women’s Rights: See Moments Here

Carly Philpott, Izzy Krauss, and Peter Philpott
January 23, 2023
June 11 – After the Uvalde mass shooting in Texas, March For Our Lives, a youth-led gun control organization held a protest on the steps of the Capital. The poster board shown in the photo had a quote from a speech made by Matthew McConaughey about a student, nine-year-old Maite Rodriguez, who died in the Uvalde shooting. This quote was incredibly impactful due to the meaning behind it, when police searched the school, everything was so gory that the only way they could identify her was by her green shoes with a heart on the right foot. It was later explained in the speech that Maite wore the shoes because of her extreme love for nature. – Web Editor Izzy Krauss

2022: The Year in Pictures

Carly Philpott, Alex Gribb, Quinn Rudnick, Izzy Krauss, Emily Gleason, and Peter Philpott
December 31, 2022
Athletic Trainer Josh Yamaguchi works on junior Kaden Bennett’s knee. “He’s very respectful and helpful,“ Bennett said.

[Photo] Creek Athletic Trainer Shares His Passion

Alex Gribb, Junior Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2022
Due to low enrollement levels, the Denver Public Schools district is considering the possibility of closing multiple schools.

Denver Public Schools Considers Closing Schools Due To Critically Low Enrollment

Izzy Krauss, Assistant Opinions Editor
November 2, 2022
President Biden announced that those with federal charges of simple marijuana possession will be pardoned on Thursday, Oct 6.

Biden Pardons All People Convicted of Marijuana Possession Under Federal Law

Quinn Rudnick and Izzy Krauss
October 11, 2022
Students are escorted onto the football field after school lockdown. “We were locked in the football field for about two hours in 90-degree heat, with no water or shade. At some point, firefighters were there and they were spraying us with their hose,” East Junior Deblasio said.

‘Wow, This Is Not a Drill’: East High School Students React to Active Shooter Threat

Izzy Krauss, Staff Writer
September 27, 2022
The Artemis 1 launch was delayed twice and is now scheduled to launch this September. Lockheed Martin in Littleton, a Colorado aerospace contractor, worked on creating the Orion capsule suitable for future astronauts to inhabit.

Colorado Contractors Lend a Helping Hand in Artemis Mission

Meron Banjaw and Izzy Krauss
September 21, 2022
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