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After two years of being separated by COVID-19 restrictions, the entire school gathers on Waverley playground to celebrate Founder’s Day. The community joined together to sing the official ASL anthem, “Once an Eagle” and take an all-school photo.

Founder’s Day presents opportunity to celebrate school’s 71 years

Eden Leavey, Culture Editor: Print
April 22, 2022
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has created a surge of social media posts at a level arguably never seen before. However, its crucial to note the benefits as well as the detriments of mass exposure during the era of technology.

Social media acts as both threat and aid in the Russia-Ukraine war

Nick Landler, Staff Writer
April 7, 2022
Members of the Grade 11 and 12 class pose on the Waverley steps with their Crocs. The shoes have risen in popularity in the school community.

Crocumentary: Community reacts to rise of Crocs

Antoine Warnery and Tristan Weiss
April 1, 2022
Lead Opinions Editor Mia George and Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer break down the most important political stories of the past week.

Politics Update – March 22

Daniel de Beer and Mia George
March 22, 2022
Yogurt: a breakfast, pastry and dessert? Yogurt toast has been the internet’s latest food obsession.

Feast or Flop: Yogurt toast

Emma Lucas, Staff Writer
March 4, 2022
Seth Friend (’22) and Baxter John (’22) bring in alternative methods of carrying school supplies on Anything But a Backpack Day Feb. 17. Students had the opportunity to dress up and win spirit points for their grade. To encourage participation, Cameo videos of public figures were posted on the StuCo instagram page.

StuCo posts Instagram Cameos to encourage “Not Spirit Week” participation

Clara Martinez, News Editor: Print
February 18, 2022
Racism has long permeated the sport of soccer. But, certain strategies can be implemented to mitigate the issue.

Ways to kick out racism from soccer

Nassef Sawiris, Staff Writer
February 17, 2022
Amid excruciatingly long work weeks and life and death decisions, This Is Going To Hurt by Adam Kay reveals the ins and outs of the healthcare industry. Balancing humor with heartbreak, this novel embodies the human spirit and its role in one of the most challenging careers.

‘This Is Going to Hurt’ by Adam Kay explores power of self in face of death

Ella Podurgiel, Lead Features Editor
February 11, 2022
A coming-of-age story, Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah divulges the pains of childhood growing up in a wealthy Chinese family in the 1940s. The autobiography epitomizes prevailing in the face of adversity.

‘Chinese Cinderella’ by Adeline Yen Mah depicts cultural differences

Ella Podurgiel, Lead Features Editor
February 11, 2022
The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri chronicles the heartbreaking story of a Syrian family fleeing their home in search of refuge. Unearthing what truly constitutes privilege, the novel challenges perspective until ones sense of self swivels.

‘The Beekeeper of Aleppo’ by Christy Lefteri transcends social boundaries

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor
February 11, 2022
Standard staff bookshelf: Collection of book reviews

Standard staff bookshelf: Collection of book reviews

Ella Podurgiel and Grace Hamilton
February 11, 2022
Pink masked soldiers assemble in rows in preparation for one of the many dangerous trials in the Netflix show “Squid Game,” released Sept. 17. The masked soldiers have become a symbol of the acclaimed program on social media platforms following its rapid rise to popularity.

Netflix series ‘Squid Game’ highlights socioeconomic inequality

Emilia Dallé and Nick Landler
January 21, 2022
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