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Devils' Advocate
Amanda McLaughlin

Amanda McLaughlin

Amanda McLaughlin, senior, is so excited to be working on the Devil’s Advocate news website this year as a writer on staff. Amanda has been on the HC Varsity Gymnastics team all four years of high school and has participated in Habitat for Humanity, National Honors Society, Peer Leadership, and Peer Buddies. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music and podcasts, shopping, and reading. You can contact Amanda at amclaughlin3329@stu.hinsdale86.org

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HBO released the “Bama Rush” documentary on Tuesday, May 23. It was hyped up for months on TikTok and other social media platforms. However, the reactions to this documentary are mixed.

The long awaited “Bama Rush” documentary is out

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 30, 2023
This playlist contains the 7 songs that are featured in the article plus a few more for the upcoming summer.

A playlist for school nearing the end

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 20, 2023
English teachers Lesley Stock, Kate Saunders, Jill Tylk, Erin Lundin, Marinne Leonard, Sarah Scholz and Kim Williams pose for one of the dress days during staff appreciation week May 8-12.

Hinsdale Central celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 14, 2023
Prom was this past Saturday on April 29 at Union Station in Chicago. Students arrived in style wearing dresses and tuxedos in preparation for a long night.

Seniors celebrate prom festivities

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 4, 2023
As we've now entered spring, students can take advantage of the weather and partake in more activities.

Ways to pass the time this spring season

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
April 19, 2023
Students were given the opportunity to travel to Ecuador over spring break as a group.

Spanish students take trip to Ecuador over spring break

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
April 10, 2023
Spring break is right around the corner, taking place from March 25-April 3. For students spending their break at home, there's plenty to do to stay entertained.

Things to do on a staycation during spring break

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
March 22, 2023
All the performers were cheered on at the end of the show as they came out to make their final appearance.

Hinsdale Central continues the tradition of the annual Variety Show

Amanda McLaughlin, Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief, and Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2023
These are some of my favorite books recently.

Books to cuddle up with on a rainy day

Amanda McLaughlin, Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-chief, and Lily Ging, Editor-in-chief
March 3, 2023
On Feb. 22 and 24, Hinsdale Central's basketball team competed in and won their first two playoff games at Lane Tech College Prep.

Red Devils Basketball wins Regionals and advances to Sectional Semifinals

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
February 27, 2023
To celebrate Valentine's Day on Feb. 14, here are some treats you can make with whoever you spend the holiday with.

Desserts to make for Valentine’s Day

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
February 13, 2023
As Valentine's Day gets closer, here are some songs to listen to during this time full of love.

Songs to get you into the Valentine’s Day mood

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
February 1, 2023
Upcoming freshmen and parents were given advice by faculty in the auditorium on Thursday, Jan. 5 for Eighth Grade Family Night.

Eighth graders visit Hinsdale Central for eighth grade family night

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
January 10, 2023
SZA's new album can be found on all streaming services.

SZA’s long awaited “SOS” album is here

Amanda McLaughlin, Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief, and Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2022
Film club meets on Monday evenings in room 246 to watch and discuss movies with each other.

Join Film Club in room 246 on Monday evenings

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
December 9, 2022
People's resource center parked trucks outside in the senior lot for NHS members to donate items.

National Honors society holds Stuff the Truck food drive

Amanda McLaughlin, Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief, and Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief
November 25, 2022
Radio Club members curate their own playlists to play on their shows.

Tune into Hinsdale Central’s WHSD radio station

Amanda McLaughlin, Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief, and Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2022
On Saturday, Oct. 22, the girls' varsity tennis team competed in the state championship at Buffalo Grove High School, claiming their 20th state title.

Girls’ varsity tennis team earns their 20th state championship

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
October 31, 2022
Starbucks festive fall decor bordering their seasonal drink selection.

A taste test of Starbucks’ fall drinks

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
October 20, 2022
The crowd cheers as Conan Gray makes his appearance on the lit stage for his September concert that many students attended.

Conan Gray comes to Chicago on his Superache Tour

Amanda McLaughlin, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
October 5, 2022
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