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The 2023-24 Peer Leadership group walks together during their retreat in Wolverhampton Sept. 3, 2023. The Peer Leadership program will expand to both Grades 9 and 10 for the 2024-25 school year.
Peer Leadership expands to Grade 10 for 2024-25 school year
Ella Friel, Opinions Editor: Print • April 23, 2024
Students dance during last year’s prom May 13, 2023. Prom was previously free of charge but will cost £40 per person this year.
School implements cost to attend prom
April 23, 2024
Armaan Raj (’26) and Saira Mundassery (’26) eat together at South Asia Night April 11. Mundassery said she enjoyed the range of activities on the night. “My favorite parts of South Asia Night are definitely the spice contests because it really brings everyone together and also the performances everyone does are really amazing,” Mundassery said.
South Asia Club hosts annual celebration
April 23, 2024
Features
Students and faculty share their thoughts on the current climate of sexism at ASL. An online survey conducted by The Standard March 7-22 with 149 student responses showed 73.8% of students have experienced or witnessed gender-based stereotyping at the school.
Shadowed by sexism: How gender inequality manifests in school community
Sophia Bateman and Anna Reznick • April 30, 2024
Reporters Seya Sawiris and Amelia Bassi join Computer Science Teacher Kent Collins to discuss his time serving in the Navy and his transition to teaching.
Kent Collins reflects on time served in Navy, transition to teaching
April 22, 2024
Have a Seat: Assistant High School Principal Natalie Maisey reflects on assuming new role, leadership
Have a Seat: Assistant High School Principal Natalie Maisey reflects on assuming new role, leadership
April 16, 2024
Culture
Banksy’s mural titled “Balloon Girl” captures a young girl watching her heart-shaped balloon fly away. The piece was originally created in 2002 and, although it is open to interpretation, most believe it was created to spread a message of hope and innocence.
Graffiti’s association with vandalism proves detrimental to artists
Alexandra Theofilopoulou, Reporter • April 29, 2024
The horror film Immaculate featured Sydney Sweeney, marking one of her first movies in the horror genre. The film garnered immense popularity, raking in over 12 million dollars worldwide, according to Collider.
'Immaculate:' shallow plot hinders horror gem
April 29, 2024
In general, Saturdays prove to be one of the Italian restaurant’s busiest days, leaving staff extremely busy. Despite their busy schedule, Rosso’s customer service remained superb.
Review: Enoteca Rosso provides unique, authentic Italian culinary experience
April 22, 2024
Opinions
Over 1 billion people in the world suffer from migraines, according to the National Library of Medicine. Despite their prevalence, migraines are often unacknowledged and misunderstood.
Migraine disorder demands understanding
Tara Behbehani, Opinions Editor: Online • April 26, 2024
British Journalist Fraser Nelson stands at the podium to present their opposing perspective on the proposed Value Added Tax on private schools by the Labour Party. The VAT would likely be charged at 20% and be added to annual tuition.
Education at a cost: UK Labour Party's VAT on private school tuition provides opportunity to improve national education
April 24, 2024
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has deeply affected the lives of thousands, yet it remains relatively unknown to many. The dispute started over three decades ago and has since resulted in two large-scale conflicts and intermittent clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
The forgotten war: Nagorno-Karabakh conflict remains overlooked, insufficiently acknowledged by world
April 15, 2024
Sports
Noora von Bulow (’27) competes in the Mediterranean Equestrian Tour in Spain in March. Von Bulow had the highest speed but knocked the last fence down, resulting in a 14th place finish.
Noora von Bulow recaps competitive horse riding journey
Mayuko Kawase, Reporter • April 25, 2024
Ela Gülener (’24) practices serving at practice April 12. Tennis tryouts took place over three days in four locations for boys and girls including Paddington Sports Club, Finchley Manor, Canons Park and Gladstone Park.
Tennis tryouts soar in popularity, coaches cut players for JV teams
April 15, 2024
The boys U15 ISFA team pose for a team picture after a 3-2 win in the game preceding the ISFA Shield tournament quarter finals Nov. 29, 2023. They scored in the last minute of the game to win the match against Claremont.
Boys U15 ISFA team proceed to national tournament semi-final
April 12, 2024
Podcast
Culture Editor: Online Jaden Gardiola and Reporter Benjamin Mills-Knutsen are joined by Reporter Colton Stenson on the NFL Podcast to discuss the upcoming Super Bowl Feb. 11.
PODCAST 2024 Super Bowl sparks passionate debate
Jaden Gardiola, Benjamin Mills Knutsen and Colton Stenson • February 11, 2024
Video
Standard News Network: Week of April 22
Ailish Herrmann, Leila Meilman, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl • April 30, 2024
Gallery
GALLERY Sustainability Council holds annual fashion show for Earth Week
Mayuko Kawase and Rania Raj • April 30, 2024
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