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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
Saba Ali

Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief

Saba, senior, is a chocolate vacuum (basically eating any chocolate in sight) and a nap queen, who can take a nap virtually anywhere. She loves Ben & Jerry’s (specifically the ones with cookie cores), Spotify, Yes Theory, and Game of Thrones. When she’s not reading theories, she can be found procrastinating, binge-watching shows, running, volunteering, ranting, or baking chocolate chip cookies. Saba also cannot function properly without caffeine or music. She makes a new Spotify playlist every week for every second and mood of her day. To get a hold of one of Saba’s playlists or conspiracy theories, you can contact her at [email protected]

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With everyone stuck inside, we need a wide variety of music to listen to that'll help reflect on our situation.

[Photo] Quarantine playlist to lighten your isolation

Jack Ging, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2020

Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2020
Many students traveled over winter break, whether it was to enjoy warm weather in Hilton Head (as pictured) or to ski mountains in Utah.

[Photo] Humans of Hinsdale: Winter break edition

Lamis Alnatafgi, Lia Reichmann, Editor-in-Chief, and Saba Ali, Editor-in-Chief
January 10, 2020
Competitions in math meets consist of several different categories based on grade level and the type of tests. These categories also include different levels of math, like algebra and precalculus.

Gaussian math team competes in state competition

Saba Ali, Hajera Naveed, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2019
SIR 2 and 3 students typically present their research in the school library at the end of July.

Students spend their summer working or interning

Saba Ali, Michalea Halikias, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2019
Boys Volleyball and Peer Buddies teamed up to Walk the Walk for Autism.

Peer Buddies and Boys’ Volleyball raises money for Walk the Walk

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 29, 2019
Monday, April 19 was a non-attendance day, but clearly is a day off to observe Good Friday and Easter.

School calendar should observe more than just Christian holidays

Saba Ali, Hajera Naveed, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2019
Harini Loganathan, senior, practiced her defensive stance against Jenni Stavreva, senior, her attacker for the simulation.

Group fitness classes begin self defense unit

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2019
The varsity Badminton Team finished in second place at the Hinsdale South "ABCD" Invite on April 20.

Badminton teams play in tournament

Saba Ali, Leah Stevens, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2019
Many students traveled to different places over this spring break.

[Video] Humans of Hinsdale Central: Spring Break

Thea Sankari, Michalea Halikias, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2019
Students for the Vote Yes Campaign rallied after school a week before the election.

D86 community approves $140 million referendum

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2019
The Scholastic Bowl varsity team will attend Scholastic Bowl Nationals in Atlanta, Ga. on May 24 and 25.

Scholastic Bowl varsity team wins sectionals

Saba Ali, Hajera Naveed, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2019
Teachers at Downers Grove South High School wear shirts that honor Beth Dunlap.

Students honor Beth Dunlap through #18for18

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2019
Students had a three day weekend starting on March 1 due to an Institute Day. Many spent their time off traveling, spending time with family, or going downtown to the city.

Students take advantage of long weekend

Saba Ali, Michalea Halikias, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2019
In "Uh-Oh," the wife points a gun at her husband to prank him about being a psychopath.

Audience loves Drama Club’s most recent production

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2019
In "The Singing Telegram," the telegram woman sings a break-up song to Louise Overbee.

United Club honors Black History Month

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2019
On Sunday, Feb. 10, juniors participated in a college prep day at Central to get information on the college admission process for their senior year. They took part in mock interviews and listened to a student panel of seniors who had already completed their applications.

Juniors start college applications preparation

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2019
Due to the extreme winter weather, sidewalks and roads have become much more dangerous.

Dangerous weather increases risk on the road

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2019
Some students experiment with perscription drugs to enhance their well-being, whether or not they're actually meant for that purpose.

Under the counter: Student use of prescription drugs

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2019
Several bathrooms all around the school are lacking doors, such as this one in the social studies hallway.

Bathroom doors are unnecessary

Saba Ali, Hajera, Section Editor, and Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2019
"The Deep Tunnel" is a riveting science-fiction novel.

Best books to gift and read this holiday season

Lana Jawich, Saba Ali, , and
December 17, 2018
There are several different ways to make hot chocolate at home.

Best hot chocolates to sip on during finals

Saba Ali, Lana Jawich, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2018
The week of Dec. 3, the Art Department showcased students' best work of the semester. Students used a variety of materials, ranging from clay to charcoal, to create their pieces.

Art department showcases best of semester

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2018
Sean McCleary, senior, portrayed O'Brien on Friday's afternoon showing.

“1984” startles Central

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chef, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
November 24, 2018
Walgreens is one of the many places you can get a flu shot.

Start of flu season calls for flu shots

Saba Ali, Thea Sankari, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2018
Goodwill, pictured above, has a location in Hinsdale with racks full of sweaters and long sleeve tops that are perfect for the colder weather.

Why you should thrift shop

Saba Ali, Thea Sankari, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2018

Students should head to polls

Saba Ali, Thea Sankari, Editor-in-Chief, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2018
Pumpkins are a monumental part of our culture and we need to make a bigger effort to show that.

We need more pumpkins

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2018
The portraits that students make for the Memory Project are based off of individual pictures.

Afghani children receive portraits of Memory Project

Saba Ali, Hajera Naveed, Section Editor, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2018
The school has dedicated coffee drinkers who make time in the morning to get their drink of choice.

Students rely on coffee to survive the day

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2018

Colin Kaepernick becomes Nike’s new face

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2018

Serena Williams makes a racket at US Open

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2018
The future pool plan will be located at the end of the science hall and run along the outside of the school.

District Referendum plans for renovations

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief, and Hajera Naveed, Section Editor
September 14, 2018
South African students and LEAP club students pose in front one of the LEAP schools that students visit this past summer in South Africa.

LEAP club travels to South Africa

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2018
Students make up tests and quizzes in the testing center; an option for those who miss school.

District makes changes to attendance policy

Saba Ali, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2018
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