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Fall is a season that is filled with festivities and cheer, but also a season of preparation, wondrous natural change, the harvest, and increasingly breezy weather. One way to take advantage of the cooler days, abundance of fall fruits, the colors of fall, and the festivals is to delight in the taste of homemade fall desserts. Whether you’re just bored and craving for a fall delicacy, or want to surprise your friends or family, here are five fall dessert recipes you could try

Fall is a fun time to change up your style. As the weather begins to get cooler, high school students try new looks that are both comfortable to them and looks that are trendy. Here’s what’s popular for girls and boys in the fall of 2025.  Fashion Tips for Women Women in high school can choose to go for cozy yet stylish outfits. Oversized sweaters and crop top long sleeve shirts/sweaters seem to be a big hit. Pair those sweaters with dark washed jeans or dark leggings for a r

In the mid-19th century, when Halloween was beginning to become more popular,  people believed that the ghosts from the dead would come back to haunt us on Earth. Eventually, we made the common Halloween festivities we have today, such as haunted houses. Humans are thrilled by a good scare and the entertainment aspect, which led to the creation of haunted houses. Haunted houses were invented between the nineteenth to early twentieth century, the first being the Orton and Spoo

As summer fades, the crisp air and golden hue of autumn convey a quiet invitation: to let go and begin again. Autumn is a consistent reminder that change is not only inevitable but beautiful and tranquil in its own way. The beauty of autumn is that it allows us to coexist in harmony, while offering a space to release the habits, beliefs, and patterns we struggle with. At its core, the spirit of autumn embodies reflection, renewal, and new beginnings.  Autumn’s fallen leaves p

Lights, camera, action! Hollywood brought its glitz, glamour, and celebrities to Toronto from September 4-14 for the Toronto International Film Festival, also known as TIFF.  Stars from all over made an appearance, such as Angelina Jolie, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Sydney Sweeney. Grab your popcorn as we discuss everything you need to know about this star-studded event.  With all the talk about this festival, you might be wondering what the Toronto Internat

First day of school. You could imagine stepping into the halls of an unfamiliar building and finding yourself in the midst of all the chattering and chaos. It was a foreign atmosphere I had little time to adjust to. And just as I was pondering where to go next, the trumpet notes of “William Tell Overture” sounded through the PA system, sending me scrambling for my homeroom. This was a good summary for my beginnings at SBA, not as a freshman, but instead as a brand new elevent

There are witches around every corner. Werewolves are crawling across the streets. Micheal Myers and Ghostface are loose! And no, it’s not a horror movie come to life - it’s All Hallows Eve; more commonly known as Halloween .  Halloween - a time where you can dress up as anyone or anything you want to be, and go around begging strangers for candy. A time for scary movies and ghost stories. As a kid, Halloween was one of the most enjoyable times of the year. But as time went o

Every year on September 30th, our school joins the nation in observing Orange Shirt Day. It is a day to honour the Indigenous children who survived the residential school system. This day serves as an opportunity for every student to learn, reflect, and commit to the journey of Truth and Reconciliation. The History of Orange Shirt Day in Canada:  Orange Shirt Day stems from the story of Phyllis Webstad, a Secwepemc woman from the Stswecem'c Xgat'tem First Nation (Canoe Creek

“Everyone around me is so in love. They’ve got something going on. It’s high school, I get it, but I feel so left out of such a key teenage experience. Plus, I’m a senior now! It's about time I do something - better late than never. So, how do I bring my best self to the social game? Sincerely, Falling Behind.” Dear Falling Behind,  It's natural to feel isolated when it appears that many of your peers are experiencing romantic relationships, while you remain single. However,

It’s been 40 years since the doors of Saint Brother André first opened, and since 1985, it’s safe to say a lot has changed. You can no longer rent a movie from Blockbuster, Sony Walkmans aren’t the best way to listen to music on the go anymore, and grade 13 is just a figment of our imaginations. It’s safe to say that our community has drastically changed over the years. I spent hours leafing through old, yellowing Orator copies with a multitude of both weird and creative bann

By Islay Chidiac Welcome to high school! The staff at The Orator  hopes your first months as secondary students have been pleasant, as you embark on a four-year journey that will shape you into the person that you will become. As daunting as the next four years may seem, the most formative experiences, opportunities, and catalysts for growth lie before you. While you transition into this chasm between childhood and adulthood, explore the following advice on how to navigate yo

For many people, Halloween is simply a night for binge-watching scary movies, downing copious amounts of candy, and dressing up in costumes ranging in variety from Princess Peach to Michael Myers. For more superstitious folks, this night is one of visitation from the dead and evil spirits. However, the actual history of Halloween shows that it was once a feast day with much more—and surprisingly Catholic—substance. So how did it come to have a negative connotation to many Chr