Honoring Heroes: Kočani Celebrates Its Patrons
By: Sara Lazarova, Monika Jakimova and Mihaela Atanasova. This photo showcases the monument built for Ljupco Santov and Rade Kratovce On March 23rd, both High School, “Ljupcho Santov” and Primary School, “Rade Kratovche” gathered to pay respect to their patrons. Each school first held a separate ceremony on its grounds, and later joined together with Mayor Vladko Grozdanov at the Revolution Park. Both schools, along with the municipal delegations, laid fresh flowers and paid
Apr 51 min read
Indoor Seating in Schools Improves Student Comfort
By: Melani Manasieva and Mia Trajkovska Our school, Ljupcho Santov, needs more indoor seating for students. While there are benches outside, they are not useful during cold or rainy weather. Providing indoor places to sit would improve student comfort and make the school environment more practical and welcoming. One reason our argument is valid is that students often arrive early and have nowhere comfortable to sit. Many students wait outside while others are still in class
Apr 52 min read
Pop-Culture News: Must See/Read Movies and Books
By: Despina Saltirova and Luna Gjorgieva Movie Recommendation: The Odyssey The upcoming movie titled, The Odyssey, is directed by Christopher Nolan, the movie is a modern cinematic adaptation of the ancient Greek epic by Homer. The story follows the legendary hero Odysseus, played by Matt Damon, as he struggles to return home after the Trojan War. His journey is filled with danger, including encounters with mythical creatures, powerful gods, and treacherous seas. Meanwhile,
Apr 52 min read
Student Spotlight- Meet The Nemeza band
By: Elena Sandeva, Matea Gligorova This month's Student Spotlight features Nemeza band, a band made up of Ljupcho Santov high school students. The members of Nemeza band are Milana Pantova, a guitarist (1st year); Tatjana Arsova, a guitarist (2nd year); Antonia Andonova, bass guitarist and vocals (1st year) and Irina Kitanoski, drummer (1st year). Nemeza was chosen because of the fresh perspective they bring to the local Macedonian music scene. Milana, Tatjana, Antonia, and
Apr 52 min read
Upcoming Events - April 5th-10th
By: Jana Zdravkova, and Angela Atanasova The next few weeks are full of concerts, celebrations and exciting activities. Here are the important dates to remember! Event One: The Nutcracker - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky • 08 April 2026 (Wednesday) • 8.00 pm/ 10.30 pm • National opera and ballet - Skopje • Entrance fee- 1000 denari The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act classical ballet by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The Nutcracker is a ballet about a young girl who receives a magical nu
Apr 51 min read
Weather Forecast April 5th -14th
The week starts off warm and sunny, becomes cooler and cloudier midweek, brings rain on Saturday, and then clears up again afterward. The daily weather forecast: Sunday, April 5: Sunny and pleasant Monday, April 6: Sunny and warm Tuesday, April 7: Partly cloudy, then sunny Wednesday, April 8: Sunny to partly cloudy, cooler Thursday, April 9: Mix of sun and clouds Friday, April 10: Mostly cloudy Saturday, April 11: Rain showers (heavier in afternoon) Sunday, April 12: Clouds c
Apr 51 min read
Movie Recommendation
By: Angela Atanasova, Jana Zdravkova and Tamara Giceva Little women (2019) Little Women is a story that follows the lives of four sisters as they grow up, face challenges, and discover who they want to become. Set during the Civil War era, the story explores themes of family, independence, love, and ambition, showing how each sister navigates her own path in life. The film is based on the classic novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, which has been widely read and adapted
Mar 221 min read
