Grant Magazine

Why Family Matters Most

by JJ Miller | Photos by Jon Schell • November 16, 2011

Grant Vice Principal, Brian Chatard, shares what makes him so driven to be a role model in the community.

by Ilan Swartz-Brownstein | Photos by Jonathan Schell • November 16, 2011

While homeless, Ansel Carr found his independence on the rooftops of schools.

by Ryan Yambra | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

Last year, sophomore Maddie Hutt found a home singing in the Grant choir room.

By Hanna Olson • November 16, 2011

One student asks the question: who defines success anyway?

by Julia Comnes | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

Bridget Fahey explains how the rough sport of roller derby has left a soft spot in her heart. By Amelia Wimmer, photos by Anna Shepherd.

by Julia Comnes | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

Two bright siblings talk about living life with a learning disability and finding themselves at Grant.

by Julia Comnes • November 16, 2011

She’s unlike any principal Grant High School has had before. But now Vivian Orlen is facing one of the biggest challenges of her life.

by Rupa Owen | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

All-star student, Libby Kokes, juggles dancing, academics, and sports.

by Leah Alpern | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

Injuries have left soccer player Josh Miller on the sidelines for much of the last eight months.

by Ruby Sutton | Photo by Anna Shepherd • November 16, 2011

There are differing opinions about Grant's new block schedule. Some feel liberated, while others at school are taking a hit.

by Emily Volpert | Photos by Jonathan Schell • November 16, 2011

Paige Battle adjusts to a different environment at Grant.

by Julian Hanlon-Austin | Photos by Jonathan Schell • November 16, 2011

For years, Marty Williams had a dream of playing Division I college football. He sacrificed his chance when others needed him.