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The Student News Site of Grant High School

Grant Magazine

The Student News Site of Grant High School

Grant Magazine

A New School of Thought

A New School of Thought

Grant graduate Jamila Singleton Munson recently ran for Portland Public School board and lost to opponent Rita Moore, but her fight for equitable education is far from over.
All in The Acting

All in The Acting

Story by Toli Tate April 24, 2017
Sally Struthers’ role in the TV show “All in the Family” launched her into a long and successful acting career. But even after winning several Emmy and Golden Globe awards, Struthers hasn’t let the fame change her.
Taking care of Batts proved difficult for her family as her illness progressed. Elizabeth and Alan Batts say that in the months before her death, she cut off communication and isolated herself.

A Life Derailed

Grant alumnus Karen Batts was a beloved member of the Grant community. Last month, she died homeless on the streets.
Playing the Part

Playing the Part

Story and photos by Toli Tate December 26, 2016
As a professional actor and a well-known acting coach in Portland, Ted Rooney has come a long way since the days when he walked Grant’s halls.
Even though Olivia Bee's work largely centers around working for commercial companies, she's stayed true to the artistic style she's developed over the years, something she describes as "documentary with a romantic eye."

Capturing the Light

When it comes to photography and film, Grant graduate Olivia Bee doesn’t need anyone to create standards for her work.
Terrell Brandon and his teammates from Grant’s 1988 varsity boys basketball team were inducted into the Grant Athletic Hall of Fame last month. Photo by Molly Metz

Taking Your Shot

Despite having made it to the NBA, Grant alum Terrell Brandon has remained humble and true to his roots. Today, he's focused on strengthening the community he grew up in.
Beat of His Own Drum

Beat of His Own Drum

An appearance on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” catapulted alumni Ilan Swartz-Brownstein into the spotlight. But he won’t forget his faith.
In Minidoka, Joni Kimoto and Shirley Kanada lived two blocks away from one another. Despite their proximity, they didn't meet until they were teenagers.  (Photo courtesy Joni Kimoto)

Interned

Shirley Kanada and Joni Kimoto lived in the squalor of a Japanese internment camp in Idaho. They survived, went to Grant High School and remain friends today.
A Separate Peace

A Separate Peace

Growing up, Kelly Bosworth lived in a world of music. Now, she's trying to make a career out of a lifelong passion.
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Taking Flight

Earning his wings hasn't been easy for James Batson. But the Grant High School alum's career as a pilot is certainly on the rise.
Across Generations

Across Generations

Grant has a number of students who aren’t the first in their families to attend the high school. We spotlight five of them to see whether history repeats itself or if the differences are easy to see.
A New York State of Mind

A New York State of Mind

Eden Schwartz recalls how a car accident during her freshman year at Grant changed her life.
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