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The partition of India and Pakistan displaced millions across the subcontinent Aug. 15, 1947. A mass exodus ensued, relocating many to regions that matched their cultural and religious beliefs.

Indian partition survivors, South Asian community reflects on impact 75 years later

Rahil Punshi, Media Team • January 26, 2023

India marks 75 years of becoming a republic Jan. 26. Prior to the partition, India became independent from British rule Aug. 15, 1947, and thus, the region was divided into two countries: India and Pakistan.  Following...

Students create several pieces of art through their endeavors, all portraying different themes and emotions. Some students found their passion for art at school, adding to their Advanced Placement portfolio, while others created art for personal enjoyment.

Students express themselves through diverse mediums of visual arts

Sophia Bateman, Ella Friel, Rahil Punshi, Anna Reznick, and Ellie Taylor • January 19, 2023

The political spotlight on young people invokes conversation surrounding their involvement and impact on the socioeconomic climate. The High School has created spaces for students to become active around issues that concern them.

Students, faculty reflect on youth involvement in politics

Yasmine Rivera, Reporter • December 14, 2022

In recent years, the political climate has spotlighted young activists such as Greta Thunberg, Malala Yousafzai and the student survivors of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting..  Director of...

In a sea of third-culture identities at the school, students explore how moving abroad reformed their sense of patriotism and international identity. Each location point displays the variety of home countries represented by students.

Expatriates explore how patriotism manifests in international environment

Annika Skorski, Media Team • December 9, 2022

The High School boasts a representation of 70 different home countries and 64 languages spoken across the student body. As an international school, the majority of students at the school are third-culture...

Students consider what they are thankful for in light of Thanksgiving. Whether it be preparing a meal or spending time with family, students share their different connections to the holiday.

Students share gratitude for Thanksgiving

Mymy Taymour, Reporter • November 28, 2022

Reporters Audrey Cushman (’26) and Sanna Ekroth (’26) interview Layla Khatiblou (’25), an Iranian student, on her reaction to Mahsa Amini’s death and how it impacted those close to her.

Death of Mahsa Amini evokes personal sentiment around identity, global stability

Audrey Cushman and Sanna Ekroth • November 21, 2022

Mahsa Amini, an Iranian woman, was killed by Iranian police for not wearing a hijab Sept. 16. Amini’s death caused emotional rifts throughout the world, including the High School. Students and faculty reflect upon the recent events in Iran and how the conflict has impacted their communities.

Death of Mahsa Amini ripples through community

Leila Meilman and Mymy Taymour • November 18, 2022

Nadjib Aktouf, Karen Field and Mark Chapin are part of of the Technology, Information Literacy and Media sections of TILM, respectively. Each member unpacked their role in the TILM department and its impact on students behind the scenes. Credit: Rowan Hamilton

Behind the scenes: TILM department shares range of expertise

Rowan Hamilton and Madeleine Galuga • November 8, 2022

The Technology, Information Literacy and Media (TILM) department has provided an “access point” for English Teacher Eve Ellis. Ellis said she teaches multiple classes that require a mixture of analog...

Kaila Brooks (’24), Amrita D’Souza (’23), Olivia Ford (’24) and Nick Ghantous (’23) consider their internship experiences. The WorkX program took place over the summer and allowed students to navigate a professional work environment.

Students attend WorkX program, share takeaways

Eden Leavey, Features Editor: Print • November 1, 2022

Open to Grade 10-12 students, the WorkX summer program provides opportunities for students to gain work experience and speak with professionals in their fields of interest. Applications for WorkX are read...

Social Studies Teacher Travis Schill teaches Hinduism in a World Civilizations I class. Schill said he is excited to see different facets of the community after recovering from the pandemic. “Experiencing all of the traditions and all of the kind of cultural norms of ASL outside of the COVID shadow was really exciting last year,” Schill said. “I’m excited to go a little bit more into that this year here.”

Familiar faces: Get to know 30 students, faculty – part three

Beginning Journalism Students • October 26, 2022

Grade 9 Dean Rodney Yeoh responds to emails in his office. After being a dean for eight years, Yeoh said he has a passion for both the position and his students. “I keep on telling the Grade 9 students the best part of my job as a grade level dean is really to be able to not just watch them grow, but to grow together with them,” Yeoh said.

Familiar faces: Get to know 30 students, faculty – part two

Beginning Journalism Students • October 19, 2022

Library Administrative Assistant Stephen Reed checks in returned books at the Mellon Library. Reed said he has worked in the Mellon Library since 2013 to maintain and uphold the service and atmosphere of the space. Reed said he enjoys the communal aspect of his job and watching students grow up. “It’s always interesting to see who comes in and I try really hard to learn everybody’s names,” Reed said. “I have been here long enough now that I have seen kids go from the Lower School all the way to graduation, so it has been pretty amazing.”

Familiar faces: Get to know 30 students, faculty

Beginning Journalism Students • October 12, 2022

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