For the first time in 77 years of the paper’s existence, there is an online Clarion. As a staff writer for The Clarion, I believe recent news will now come out significantly faster than it has before. Also, publishing the paper more often will increase readership and expand potential.

Of course, some would like The Clarion to continue to be published on paper.  “Some people are too lazy to go on the computer, but when they have the paper right in front of them, it’s a different story,” says Junior Mahin Chowdhury. He says that when the paper was handed out in homeroom, everyone read it, but now fears it will not be the same.

Others are looking forward to the integration of technology and news in a school-run publication. “I think it’s a positive because in an age where kids are always on the computer, it’s a good way to reach a broader audience” says Junior Mike Patullo. This is true as many students spend time online, so the transition from browsing through Facebook to reading the school newspaper isn’t difficult at all.

For readers who still like to read a physical paper, do not despair. There are plans to publish The Clarion in paper format too.