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Through protesting and individual actions, many across the globe have turned their attention to climate change.

Confronting the climate crisis

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Upon returning to in-person school after the pandemic, some students and teachers have chosen to use digital learning tools, such as tablets. While manyenjoy its flexibility, others prefer to use traditional learning tools, including notebooks and whiteboards.

Shift to digital note-taking prompts discussion

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Bassel Ojjeh (’25) poses with those affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquake in a camp located in western Syria. Ojjeh founded H.O.P.E Syria, a charity providing education to children and assisting refugees amid the humanitarian crisis.

Bassel Ojjeh supports Syrian refugee education

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Rebekah Westphal, the current Assistant Dean of Yale College, will replace Dean of Admissions Jodi Warren, effective July. Her experience includes institutions across the U.K., U.S. and Canada.

School announces Rebekah Westphal to fill Dean of Admissions vacancy

News
The Biden administration approved the Willow Project March 13. The Willow Project entails an oil drilling plan to use the natural resources in Alaska, which will release significant carbon dioxide emissions.
Willow Project approval provokes climate change uncertainty
Leila Meilman, Reporter • March 17, 2023
Teachers were asked not to assign homework or assessments March 7-8 during Holi, according to Assistant Principal Natalie Jaworski. Holi, a Hindu holiday, is meant to symbolize the end of the winter season and the start of spring.
Students receive accomodations during Holi
March 17, 2023
Christoph Lindner speaksto High School students about his career in architecture. The WorkX Speaker Series, organized to reveal various career paths to students, took place every Friday during lunch Jan. 20-March 3.
School hosts WorkX Speaker Series
March 13, 2023
Features
Annually, the world observes Women’s History Month. The celebration intends to recognize women for their historical contributions and their role in modern society.
Women’s History Month: The Standard editors celebrate women in their life
Grace Hamilton, Editor-in-Chief • March 22, 2023
As part of the annual Bergeron Fellowship – through which students work with a visiting author for a week – American author Paul Yoon visited the school March 13-17. Yoon’s journey to Senior Lecturer for creative writing at Harvard University began with his childhood bicycle.
Bergeron Fellow Paul Yoon unfurls ‘imaginary worlds’ through fiction writing
March 21, 2023
Bassel Ojjeh (’25) poses with those affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquake in a camp located in western Syria. Ojjeh founded H.O.P.E Syria, a charity providing education to children and assisting refugees amid the humanitarian crisis.
Bassel Ojjeh supports Syrian refugee education
March 14, 2023
Culture
Social media personality Andrew Tate rose to international fame after videos of his advice to young men on the treatment of women circulated social media, eventually amassing nearly fivemillion followers. Tate was arrested Dec. 30 in Romania on rape and sex trafficking charges. The idolization of Tate in the media has prompted discussion worldwide about combating dangerous rhetoric surrounding sexual assault and violence, according to The New York Times.
Andrew Tate’s arrest prompts conversations around influence, masculinity
Yasmine Rivera, Reporter • March 17, 2023
The 65th annual Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles Feb. 6, gathering music artists worldwide. Before the ceremony kicked off, some of the music industrys biggest stars hit the red carpet in their boldest looks.
Top 5 Grammy looks
March 6, 2023
“Ginny and Georgia” is known for its drama and mystery-packed storyline. The second season premiered Jan. 5 on Netflix, leaving viewers with the secrets of characters and the chaos unfolding.
‘Ginny and Georgia’ storyline takes a dark turn
March 3, 2023
Opinions
Reporters Blu Belinky (’26) and Ava ODonnell (’23) discuss their pet peeves. From slow walkers to pen-clickers, pet peeves range from person to person.
Pet peeves permeate school life
Blu Belinky and Ava O'Donnell • March 23, 2023
History month displays represent a dedicated time to celebrate a particular group. These displays deserve respect from all community members.
Guest submission: History month displays make our stories visible, deserve respect
March 22, 2023
In recent decades, there have undoubtedly been marked strides in advancing women’s rights. Even so, gender discrepancies in wages persist and is indicative of entrenched sexism.
Wage gap epitomizes stagnation in gender equality efforts
March 16, 2023
Sports
JV girls, varsity boys basketball teams compete against ISB
JV girls, varsity boys basketball teams compete against ISB
Jaden Gardiola and Alice Hay-Smith • March 20, 2023
Austyn Treadway (24) bypasses a Cobham player as he dribbles the ball toward the hoop March 1.
JV boys basketball team earns victory
March 10, 2023
Andrew Okpoyo (’23) dunks the ball with seven seconds left in the first half of the game Jan. 18. Throughout the duration of the game, the team upheld their lead over ACS Cobham.
Boys varsity basketball team continues undefeated season
February 17, 2023

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