Grant Magazine

Quick Mag September 2013

September 15, 2013

Learn what weird things your classmates ate this summer, what your teachers have been up to and all about the man behind Taste Tickler.

Fail Harder

By Alex Gerald | Photo by Cassie Hill and • September 6, 2013

Dan Wieden co-founded the most successful independent ad agency on the planet. He says he never had any idea what he was doing in life.

Real-Life Coach

Story by Rennie Kendrick | Photos by Cassius Pettit • September 6, 2013

Growing up in inner-city New Orleans shaped how Karl Acker connects with Grant students.

Making the Field

Photo story by Cassie Hill • September 6, 2013

After years of talk of about getting artificial turf and a new track, the Grant Bowl finally undergoes a transformation.

Finding Community

By Olivia Berry | Illustration by Bella Rideau • September 6, 2013

Putting away distractions and lending a hand.

A Lovable Lunch

Story by Amber Burkhart | Photos by Cassie Hill • September 6, 2013

You can make a delicious lunch that doesn’t cost a penny without leaving the house. Here are three easy recipes that will make you wonder why you ever spent money on off campus meals.

Now You Know

By Ahren Lahvis and Luke Bolton | Illustrations by Luke Bolton • September 6, 2013

First-year students face a daunting task as they start high school. Here are ten tips to get started on the right foot.

48 Hours at Grant

Photo Essay by Jessica Barr | Bella Rideau and Rennie Kendrick contributed to this story package. • September 6, 2013

The campus comes to life in the month of August as students, staff and others prepare for the opening of school.

Half a World Away

By Bella Rideau | Photo by Cassie Hill • September 6, 2013

Math teacher Pardis Navi came to Portland in the 1970s to avoid a revolution in Iran. Her experience helped shape her life in teaching.

Family Pride

Story by Koji Wieber | Photo by Luke Bolton • September 6, 2013

Sprout Chinn and her family are normal. Why should anyone regard them as different?

Meet the New Staff

Interviews by Madeline Metz | Photos by Cassie Hill • September 6, 2013

This year, 13 new teachers and staff members pepper the classrooms of Grant High School.

Living on the Ledge

Interview by Sawyer Montgomery • September 6, 2013

Grant High School freshman Nolan McNerthney plays his own game. We sat down with him to talk about his talent.