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D. Khan

D. Khan, Student Life Editor

Daneen Khan is a junior and returning writer for The Gator's Eye. She loves to draw and paint, and when she’s not in class you can find her binge watching princess movies or animated shows, reading a new novel, or playing badminton with her family. 

All content by D. Khan
Is casting new actors of color really forced diversity?

It’s Not “Forced Diversity.”

May 20, 2022
Were nearing our final weeks of the school year!

AP Exams are Over… Now What?

May 12, 2022
Prom 22 will be held on Saturday evening. The theme is casino night.

First Prom At the Swamp

April 27, 2022
How do I study for exams? Image from Pexels.

How Do I Get Motivated for APs?

April 20, 2022
GLHS students have lots of plans for their week off! Graphic by D. Khan

Gators During Spring: Spring Break Plans

April 5, 2022
Ramadan, the most spiritual time of year, begins at sundown tonight. Graphic by D. Khan.

Not Even Water? 

April 1, 2022
Is there a double standard with the Wests attitude towards Ukraine? Graphic by D. Khan.

‘It’s Different Because It’s Europe:’ Ukraine and the Double Standard

March 24, 2022
The Green Level Talent Show is coming up soon! Graphic from the Theater Department.

Be Bold In the Green Level Talent Show

March 16, 2022
Radio Silence by Alice Oseman.

Between the Lines: Radio Silence

March 4, 2022
Is Marvel Failing Women of Color?

Is Marvel Failing Women of Color?

February 23, 2022
Why we DNFed and DFed these books:

Why we DNFed and DFed these books:

February 14, 2022
Mitskis Laurel Hell album cover sets the mood for the new era.

Mitski’s Laurel Hell: Worth the Wait?

February 7, 2022
Wordle is the most popular web game right now! Image from Feb 1 Wordle.

The Rise of Wordle: Five Letters for Success

February 1, 2022

It’s Time To End Standardized Testing

January 27, 2022
As Covid cases rise, so do concerns about school. Graphic by D. Khan.

Is Omicron Sending Us Back Online?

January 5, 2022
No Way Home promotional poster from Marvel Studios.

Spider-Man No Way Home Swings To Success

January 3, 2022
National Art Honor Society students work on the mural afterschool. Photo from M. Molinaro.

New Mural: Celebrating NC Flora and Fauna

December 8, 2021
Come support our dancers on Friday, December 3rd! Graphic by D. Khan.

Rock Out with Green Level Dance

December 1, 2021
Green Levels Junior State of America Club discusses various political issues.

Green Level JSA Pledges Political Activism

November 16, 2021
We need to learn how to be kinder people. Graphic by D. Khan.

We Need to Be Kinder to Ourselves

November 10, 2021
Getting stuck in a loop of procrastination? These methods can help! Graphic by D. Khan.

Three Time Management Techniques To Stop Procrastination

November 3, 2021
The spirit week schedule caused a lot of confusion for students and staff. Graphic by D. Khan.

What Really Happened With Spirit Week?

October 26, 2021
Even though weve got a new schedule, our lunch is still just as short. Graphic by D. Khan.

We Literally Don’t Have Time for This.

October 21, 2021
Its time to lose the witch hats and go for a trendier look. Image from Pexels.

Five Trendy Costumes That You’ll See this Halloween

October 8, 2021
Principal Summers smiles with a poster welcoming her back to Green Level.

Principal Summers Returns to the Swamp

October 3, 2021
The Arts department uses donations for supplies and performances.

Donate to the Arts!

September 29, 2021
Taylor Swift released Wildest Dreams last Monday.

Taylor Swift: “What Era Are We Even In?”

September 23, 2021
Do any of these popular books catch your eye? The #booktok trend continues.

BookTok’s Top Trends

September 17, 2021
Brecoteas sweets are fresh and delicious.

Baked Goods at Brecotea: Review

September 14, 2021
Mae Caira cleaned, prepped, and cooked at Arlo Grey.

Mae Caira In the Kitchen

September 8, 2021
Do you think well go back online? Graphic by D. Khan.

Are We Staying In School? Students Show Doubt

September 3, 2021
New students have to adjust to a new year.

First Impressions of the Swamp

August 27, 2021
Get some advice from your juniors and seniors!

Anxious About School? Upperclassmen Have Advice!

August 25, 2021
Artist Spotlight: Esha Macha

Artist Spotlight: Esha Macha

May 28, 2021
Artist Spotlight: Rachel Morse

Artist Spotlight: Rachel Morse

May 21, 2021
D. Khan explains why and how to get your Covid-19 vaccination shots.

Go Get Vaccinated

May 7, 2021
Artist Spotlight: Lauryn Taylor

Artist Spotlight: Lauryn Taylor

May 7, 2021
Meet GLHS Freshman Jaya Nadella!

Artist Spotlight: Jaya Nadella

April 30, 2021
Shadow and Bone stars Jessie Mei Li as Alina Starkov, a mapmaker with a long-awaited power. (Courtesy of Netfix © 2021)

Netflix’s Shadow and Bone Leaves No Mourners (And No Funerals)

April 29, 2021
Diversify Your Bookshelf: 9 YA Books by Asian Authors

Diversify Your Bookshelf: 9 YA Books by Asian Authors

April 23, 2021
Sophomore Olivia Catron creates and collages in her own style.

Artist Spotlight: Olivia Catron

April 22, 2021
Muslims believe that the Quran, or holy book, was revealed during this month.

Ramadan 2021 Begins!

April 16, 2021
Read all about Shreeya and her art!

Artist Spotlight: Shreeya More

March 26, 2021
Read all about Saniya Bhatia and her beautiful art!

Artist Spotlight: Saniya Bhatia

March 19, 2021
Stream WandaVision on Disney+ now! (Photo credits: Marvel Studios)

WandaVision’s Over: What’s Next For Marvel?

March 11, 2021
She repainted this Ghibli screencap with gouache.

Artist Spotlight: Maren Molinaro

March 9, 2021
From Slacktivism to Activism: NCAAT Youth Leadership Summit

From Slacktivism to Activism: NCAAT Youth Leadership Summit

February 24, 2021
Join these online sessions to learn a more about career opportunities in the arts!

Mr. Mapps Monthly Art Chats

February 12, 2021
Nithya Janapati discusses her journey with art, gives advice, and more!

Artist Spotlight: Nithya Janapati

February 12, 2021
The tenor/bass choir performes Lock Lomond.

Two Choirs, One Concert

February 6, 2021
Artist Morgan Fazio reflects on her work as analytical/clean but creative.

Artist Spotlight: Morgan Fazio

February 4, 2021
All about the upcoming film, Raya and the Last Dragon.

Raya and the Last Dragon

January 29, 2021
Chorus perseveres and pulls off a concert mid-pandemic.

How Chorus Sings Despite COVID

December 15, 2020
N. Sudhakars stunning artwork.

Artist Spotlight: Niyathi Sudhakar

December 7, 2020
Portrait of a Friend - Lorraine Inman 2020

Artist Spotlight: Lorraine Inman

November 17, 2020
Tanya Basak is this weeks Spotlight Artist!

Artist Spotlight: Tanya Basak

November 12, 2020
Congratulations To Charlize!

Artist Spotlight: Charlize Andrews 

October 29, 2020
Muralist Sean Kernick stands in front of his (then unfinished) mural

Green Level’s New Mural is a Perfect Look Into Our Lives

October 26, 2020
Do You Know An Amazing Artist? Be Sure To Reach Out To Arts Section Editor Daneen Khan!

Artist Spotlight: Payton Kustka

October 20, 2020
Congratulations To Emilie Mutoniwabo - Our Artist of The Week!

Artist Spotlight: Emilie Mutoniwabo

October 13, 2020
Thai Art Is Simply Amazing

Art Around The World: Thailand

October 9, 2020
Elias Strunck Is This Weeks Featured Artist

Student Artist Spotlight: Elias Strunck

October 6, 2020
Our Student Artist Spotlight Is On Mariana Gonzalez This Week!

Student Artist Spotlight: Mariana Gonzalez

September 29, 2020
Thank you to Kendall Zinger for her interview! If you would like to recommend yourself or someone you know for our artist spotlights, please email dskhan2@students.wcpss.net.

Student Artist Spotlight: Kendall Zinger

September 21, 2020
Ecuadorian Art Has A Rich History & Tradition - Enjoy This New Bi-Weekly Feature

Art Around The World: Ecuador

September 15, 2020
Green Level Student Have Found Plenty of Ways To Stay Entertained This Summer.

A Summer of Songs, Streams & Stories

September 11, 2020
Green Level Sculptor Megan Gungor wants to be a role model for 3-D artists.

Student Artist Spotlight: Megan Gungor

September 9, 2020
The Buzz of WWIII

War and Mental Health

February 5, 2020
Art Around The World: Crazy Edition

Art Around The World: Crazy Edition

January 15, 2020
Has TV Come Full Circle?

Has TV Come Full Circle?

January 15, 2020
Muslims in Detainment: A Look Into Chinas Camps

Muslims in Detainment: A Look Into China’s Camps

January 15, 2020
Looking Back on Our Decade!

Looking Back on Our Decade!

January 9, 2020
Art Around The World: Artists We Lost

Art Around The World: Artists We Lost

January 9, 2020
A graphic made by students.

Green Level’s Holiday Traditions

January 9, 2020
S. Manku in a Christmas hat.

Don’t Forget About the Other Holidays.

December 19, 2019
Art Around The World: Comics Edition

Art Around The World: Comics Edition

December 17, 2019
Cut Down on the Coffee!

Cut Down on the Coffee!

December 13, 2019
Gators Guide to Art Around the World

Gator’s Guide to Art Around the World

December 10, 2019
This poster was created by IMDb. It shows the main characters of this beloved new film.

The Green Screen: Gator’s Eye Reviews Frozen 2

December 8, 2019
Art Around The World: A Gators Guide to Global Art Installations

Art Around The World: A Gator’s Guide to Global Art Installations

November 25, 2019
Disney + is Better than Netflix

Disney + is Better than Netflix

November 22, 2019
Our very own Sebastian Vargas went to Paris to view the Mona Lisa.

Gator’s Guide to Art Around The World

November 19, 2019
What are Green Levels Favorite Subjects?

What are Green Level’s Favorite Subjects?

November 19, 2019
S. Mapp owns a masterpiece!

Art Around The World

November 19, 2019
What did Gators do on Halloween?

What did Gators do on Halloween?

November 6, 2019
Opening the Curtiain on Our First Musical!

Opening the Curtiain on Our First Musical!

November 5, 2019
Should Students Dress Up for Halloween?

Should Students Dress Up for Halloween?

October 24, 2019
Ghosts graphic

Do you Believe in Ghosts? Tell Us!

October 14, 2019
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