Click here to see all The Standard's coverage of COVID-19 and its impact on the community

Back to School with Summer in Review

September 5, 2019163 ViewsLeave a Comment

The Standard – Online Exclusive

School is back in session. While looking toward a new year, there is also time for reflection on the summer holiday and important events that occurred.

Check it out here: https://summerinreviewonlineexclusive.carrd.co/

Leave a Comment

If you want a picture to show with your comment, go get a gravatar.

COVID-19 has caused travel restrictions, leaving many students having to quickly change vacation plans. High schoolers reflect on how the restrictions have impacted previous plans, how they will impact the future, and the effects of not being able to travel.

Students reflect on COVID’s restriction on travel

The open campus lunch policy was imposed by the school administration Nov. 9 until Dec. 2 due to the second national lockdown. Students reflect on its effectiveness.

Students reflect on off-campus policy

Until further announcements from the government Dec. 2, small businesses continue to be in danger of closing. Store managers reflect on the impact COVID-19 has had on their businesses, as well as their predictions for the future.

Small businesses on high street battle lockdown

The Standard Podcast: Episode 8,

The Standard Podcast: Episode 8, “Open Forum Society” with Ayla and Maya Dhar (’22)

The Standard Podcast: Episode 7,

The Standard Podcast: Episode 7, “Houses for Homes” with Kiki Agyei (’23) and Julia Laxer (’23)

The SJC informs students of a meeting they were to participate in with the English and social studies departments about the use of racially sensitive texts on their Instagram story Dec. 8. The meeting took place Dec. 9, and is a step to build on the school's anti-racism work.

SJC members meet with social studies, English departments about use of racially sensitive texts

Lead News Editor Cameron Spurr and News Editor: Online Sajah Ali break down the most important school events this week.

Weekly Briefing – Dec. 14

As a result of COVID-19, the annual alumni talks have been adapted to online webinars centered around the theme “Reimagining the World.” So far, two talks, “How to Navigate Uncertainty (and a Job Search) During COVID-19” and “Medical Racism and How to Build Anti-Racist Communities,” have been presented.

Alumni talks adapt to become online webinars

Lead News Editor Cameron Spurr and News Editor: Online Sajah Ali break down the most important school events this week.

Weekly Briefing – Dec. 7

Choir students recorded pieces for a virtual cabaret performance screened Dec. 4. Students adapted to challenges set by COVID-19 restrictions such as wearing masks while singing.

HS Choir performs in virtual cabaret, adapting to COVID-19 restrictions