February 2026

A brown boot stepping in a water puddle surrounded by grass and fallen leaves.

Movie Review: The Long Walk (2025)

by Kaylin Harris, 12th Going for a walk is nice, especially since it has a lot of benefits. Walking is good for exercise, relaxation, or even birdwatching. But imagine being in a society where walking is a challenge of endurance.

Protection or Punishment? The Response to the New JPS Phone Ban

by Samantha Anderson, 10th The new phone policy at JPS has received a divided response. Some say the policy is “harsh” and “unfair,” while others think it’s a good incorporation of the school rules. Here at the Hoofbeat, we asked