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With 1.9 billion views under its TikTok hashtag, “A Court of Thorns and Roses” by Sarah J. Maas is one of the most popular books circulating the For You page. The first novel of a five book series, “A Court of Thorns and Roses” narrates the story of 19-year-old Feyre when she is kidnapped and taken to the faerie realm Prythian.

#BookTok Review: ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ introduces sophistication to fantasy genre

Clara Martinez , News Editor: Print
October 27, 2021
Jack Cutler (’22) and Leyth Sousou (’22) shovel dirt and rake away leaves in order to set up fencing at Pace Fortune Green for Community Volunteer Day Oct. 17. ASL families volunteered at 13 different community volunteer sites on the day.

Biannual Community Volunteer Day returns for fall

Nick Zirinis, News Editor: Online
October 25, 2021
While veganism has become increasingly popular over the last decade, not much change has followed regarding society’s fixed mindset on the subject. After reducing my consumption of animal products these past few months, I have noticed various negative reactions to my new diet, despite its positive ecological impact.

Environment, Explained: Insecurities perpetuate the vegan stigma

Eden Leavey, Culture Editor: Print
October 19, 2021
Actors Tony Leung and Simu Liu portray the iconic father-son duo in the box office hit “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” Themes of Asian representation and family dynamics render the film memorable for viewers.

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ represents true heart of Asian culture

Mika Kobayashi, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021
Students wear masks while leaving school campus Oct. 7. As of Oct. 18, masks will no longer be required.

Mask-wearing to be made optional Oct. 18

Sophia Bassi, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021

New students voice their first thoughts, experiences at school

Beginning Journalism Staff Writers
October 7, 2021
Attendees of the Global Works “Costa Rica: Children and Community” service trip congregate at Playa Chaman on the penultimate day of their excursion. The trip explored the multifaceted culture of Costa Rica, partaking in work at a rainforest biology station, volunteering at a local school and surfing with locals.

Costa Rican culture spurs personal reflection, gratitude

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor
October 6, 2021
The High School welcomes new faculty for the 2021-2022 school year. These new faculty members shared their experiences in previous schools, adjusting to London and more.

Recent faculty additions introduce themselves to community

Vittoria Di Meo, Eva Marriott-Fabre, Anahi Pellathy, and Anna Reznick
October 5, 2021
Dusty Francis MS and HS choir director stares at the camera. He previously lived in New York for 9 years before coming to London and considers himself adventurous due to his love of trying new things.

MS/HS Choir Director Dusty Francis

Vittoria Di Meo, Staff Writer
October 5, 2021
MS/HS PE Teacher Bonnie Lam smiles in the hallway near the pool. Lam found a passion for teaching PE after growing up playing sports and seeing how the skills she learned could be applied to other facets of life.

MS/HS PE Teacher Bonnie Lam

Anahi Pellathy, Staff Writer
October 5, 2021
English teacher Joy Xu stands in the corner of the English pod. Xu said she has a special appreciation for the international perspective after living in multiple countries and serving as a DEI chair at her last school in San Francisco.

English Teacher Joy Xu

Anahi Pellathy, Staff Writer
October 5, 2021
Yulisa Cruz smiles in her office, with the sun coming through the window. Cruz said her goal for this year is to build understanding between teachers and students.

Specific Learning Differences Teacher Yulisa Cruz

Anna Reznick, Staff Writer
October 5, 2021
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