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Portland Trail Blazers player Damian Lillard shoots a three-point shot at this years all-star game. The all-star teams were drafted by captains LeBron James and Kevin Durant, with James team winning the game 170-150 per Sporting News.

Students react to ongoing NBA season

Spencer Towfighi, Staff Writer • March 25, 2021

The NBA All-Star Weekend, from March 5-7, marked the exact halfway point of the 2020-21 NBA season. A typical season consists of 82 games, however, due to the late finish last season as a result of the...

In-person school reopened March 8, and campus life has picked up with more activities. The Student Council is hosting the NCAA March Madness bracket challenge that began last week and the PSAT will take place this Saturday.

Weekly Briefing – March 22

Sajah Ali, News Editor: Online • March 22, 2021

March Madness bracket challenge heats up  The Student Council is hosting its first ever NCAA March Madness bracket challenge. Students were invited to compete in brackets for the men’s and women's...

The youngPOWER conference, which brings together students to talk about social justice issues, has happened in the past in person. However, this year, it will happen for the first time over Zoom March 19 to 20.

youngPOWER conference to take place over zoom

Sophia Bassi and Vittoria Di Meo • March 18, 2021

According to their website, the youngPOWER conference brings together schools from across London to “break down stereotypes, explore issues of power, prejudice and privilege, and identify paths for taking...

Due to the pandemic, the robotics team has faced many new challenges and designs to be created, as well as now having the chance to work on a robot in person. Students and faculty reflect on their experience participating in robotics during this unique year.

Robotics team adapts to different projects, experiences

Ella Podurgiel, Features Editor: Print • March 18, 2021

In a typical year, the robotics team can be seen working in the MILL for countless hours building a robot, which they then fly to different parts of the world to compete with. However, the robotics team...

Jennifer Craig and her husband attend a Red Sox baseball game in the U.S. Many members of the community are avid sports fans who attend matches or watch them online.

Unconditional loyalty: exploring the relationship between fans and their teams

Jasmin Taylor, Sports Editor: Online • March 17, 2021

From volleyball to tennis, swimming to cross country, sports are an integral part of the ASL community. With 14 sports offered pre-COVID-19, each with their own combinations of JJV, JV and varsity squads,...

Zu, played by Kade Hudson, comforts her autistic half-sister Music, played by Maddie Ziegler. Although Sia’s “Music” was intended to raise awareness and shed a positive light on Autism Spectrum Disorder, the movie received conflicting reviews over its portrayal of the disability.

Sia’s ‘Music’ conveys a false, offensive portrayal of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print • March 17, 2021

Ever since its debut in February, Sia’s new film “Music” has drawn in a considerable amount of attention from viewers and critics alike. Despite its aim to raise awareness and shed a positive light...

From the day campus closed on March 13, 2020, the last year has brought lockdowns, isolation, and millions of deaths. But, through the challenges of COVID-19, the ASL community reflected on the pandemic and the positive outcomes that have come to light.

Unprecedented: One year with the virus

Clara Martinez, Staff Writer • March 15, 2021

From whipped coffee and TikTok dances to patchwork denim and Disney+, the last year has been a whirlwind of novel experiences. It’s been a whole year where it’s seemed as though the media just couldn’t...

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 1

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 1

Maarya Shafqat Adil and Yasmina Kassir • March 15, 2021

Music by Cameron Spurr ('22)

With a series of neurodiversity awareness initiatives, Neurodiversity Club seeks to spark an interest among the community surrounding the topic. Students and faculty can further their knowledge on hidden disabilities by attending the after school Zooms hosted this week.

Neurodiversity Week raises awareness for hidden disabilities

Eden Leavey, Staff Writer • March 15, 2021

Member of the Neurodiversity Club Tyler Ketchum (’24) said this week the community will be informed of numerous learning disabilities through posters, a testimonial video, curriculum in advisory classes,...

Catcalling – defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “a loud, sexually suggestive call or comment directed at someone publicly (as on the street)” – is a familiar occurrence for many students and faculty. Students and faculty voiced their views on the causes and implications of catcalling, and a Metropolitan Police Officer gave advice on how to react to and report instances.

Catcalling endures despite social change

Elena Alexander, Staff Writer • March 11, 2021

If someone wants to get catcalled over 100 times in 10 hours while wearing a pair of jeans and a crew neck T-shirt, New York City is the place to go according to this viral video. With almost 50 million...

The Future Leaders in Medicine Club will host a Zoom from 4 to 5 p.m. March 12. Medical students from universities will speak at the meeting.

Future Leaders in Medicine Club to host Zoom with university medical students

Sophia Bassi, Staff Writer • March 11, 2021

The Future Leaders in Medicine Club is hosting a Zoom from 4 to 5 p.m. March 12 with medical students from the University of Edinburgh, St George’s (University of London) and University College London,...

After a meeting between the Sustainability Council and members of the Board, the school is considering making its own commitment to reducing carbon emissions to net-zero. A survey conducted by SusCo indicates such a commitment has the backing of the High School community. (Photo used with permission from Tick-Tock/GettyImages)

SusCo, Board set eyes on net-zero carbon emissions

Cameron Spurr, Lead News Editor • March 9, 2021

Worldwide, countries and institutions continue to set goals to reduce carbon emissions. Likewise, the school has set out to potentially make its own commitment following campaigning from the Sustainability...

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