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Devils' Advocate
The news site of Hinsdale Central High School

Devils' Advocate
The news site of Hinsdale Central High School

Devils' Advocate
Olivia Ostrowski

Olivia Ostrowski, Editor-In-Chief

Olivia, a senior, is excited to be apart of the Devils’ Advocate team. She loves playing tennis and lacrosse, and competes in these sports at Central. Olivia is also president of LEAP Into Africa Club and a member of French Club. She loves reading, writing, playing piano, singing, listening to music (classic rock), watching TV (Friends), hanging out with friends, and spending time with her family. You can contact Olivia at [email protected].

All content by Olivia Ostrowski
Members of the Hinsdale District 86 community voted in an important election to determine the fate of existing and prospective board members.

Hinsdale District 86 election comes to a close

Sophie Burns and Olivia Ostrowski
April 9, 2021
Voters in Wisconsin head to the polls to vote despite fears of the coronavirus.

2020 presidential election continues despite pandemic

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
April 10, 2020
President Donald Trump, surrounded by key legislators, ratifies a $2 trillion stimulus package on March 27.

$2 trillion relief and stimulus package approved

Olivia Ostrowski, Sophie Burns, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2020
Trump and his Coronavirus Task Team address reporters at a daily press briefing.

Government’s response to coronavirus exacerbates the crisis

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2020
United States Soccer President Carlos Cordeiro resigns after receiving backlash from his misogynistic comments regarding the USWNT.

USWNT president resigns over sexist comments

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2020
Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden faced off in previous debates that included former candidates. On Sunday, March 15, the two candidates will participate in a debate with only each other.

Battleground: Democratic presidential candidate

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2020

Olivia Ostrowski, Writer
March 14, 2020
Ozgen, Cho, Cochlan, and Lahmann pose with their medals after they win first place in the 200-yard medley relay.

Boys’ swim dives into state and resurfaces with wins

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2020
Students and staff gather for a Black Student Union meeting during Black History Month.

Black Student Union empowers students

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
February 29, 2020
President Trump ally Roger Stone's sentence was commuted from a maximum of nine years to 40 months after pressure from Trump.

Trump abuses power of presidency in Roger Stone controversy

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2020
Former Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant and eight other passengers died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26.

Kobe leaves legacy and family behind

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2020
Firefighters, some sent from around the globe, battle wildfires as their flames engulf Australia.

Forest fires ignite climate change discussion

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2020
Student-created World Language Week posters from a poster contest adorned the halls of the world language department.

Students immerse themselves in different cultures during World Language Week

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
January 14, 2020
Juniors Moosa Ahmed and Luke Berg defeated several other teams to win the Spikeball Tournament.

Peer Leadership Spikeball Tournament serves up a win

Olivia Ostrowski, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2019
For most stores, Black Friday starts on Thursday night. Many shoppers head out to stores right after they eat Thanksgiving dinner.

Central shops their way through Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2019
To make the most out of your Thanksgiving dinner, follow the recipes below for an unforgettable holiday.

A guide to a delicious Thanksgiving feast

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
November 26, 2019
Veterans and active service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are cheered and honored by spectators at the New York City Veterans Day Parade.

Red and white honors the soldiers who fought for red, white, and blue

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief, and Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2019
CPS teachers march down the streets of downtown Chicago to demand for better benefits and an extension of the social support network at schools.

Aftermath of the CPS strike after a week back in school

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
November 10, 2019
The cafeteria has a host of unhealthy foods such as pizza, burgers, fries, etc.

The cafeteria fails to cater to the tastes—and health—of students

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
November 4, 2019
Hinsdale Central's band marches while performing their musical repertoire.

Central’s band sets the tempo for middle schoolers at Bandamonium

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
October 20, 2019
Juniors were required to take the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, an approximately four-hour standardized test.

PSAT schedule prompts backlash

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
October 20, 2019
Junior Kajus Miliunas learns how to use chopsticks as one of the activities Chinese club did at their first meeting.

New club celebrates Chinese culture

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
October 9, 2019
Greta Thunberg called on students to strike during the school day in order to bring attention to the lack of action regarding climate change.

Climate change debate heats up

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
October 6, 2019
On Friday, Sept. 20, the homecoming court nominations assembly took place at the school gymnasium. The nominated seniors hugged each other down a line to congratulate each other.

Homecoming 2019 festivities

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
September 30, 2019

Varsity Poms kicks off homecoming

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
September 25, 2019
The second act featured juniors and seniors who were on the blue and red team.

Improv show brings down the house

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
September 18, 2019
Other schools use ALICE training to teach their staff strategies to use against an active shooter.

Teachers fight back with the help of ALICE Training

Olivia Ostrowski, Saba Ali, Editor-In-Chief, and Lia Riechmann, Editor-In-Chief
September 3, 2019
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