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The Standard will not be publishing new content over the summer break. Posting will resume in September.

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Elena Stathopoulos (’21) tours Boston College in February 2020. She visited the campus before the pandemic and subsequent shutdown of campus tours.

Students reflect on challenging college admissions year

June 18, 2021

"All This Time" by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott demonstrates growth and healing through the relationship of the two protagonists. The seemingly simple love story is full of twists and turns as the characters face many surprising trepidations.

‘All This Time’ mirrors a distorted reality

June 18, 2021

As summer break begins, there are many ways one can ensure they are prepared for the coming school year. In this episode of The Study Sesh Podcast, MS Grade 6 Learning Specialist Mrs. Yarow recommends study tips for staying on track this summer holiday.

The Study Sesh Podcast: Episode 2

June 18, 2021

COVID-19 pandemic: the universal experience

COVID-19 pandemic: the universal experience

June 17, 2021

With summer weather comes a number of seasonal foods, from popsicles to corn on the cob to grilled vegetables. Here are five recipes perfect for summer.

Top 5 summer recipes

June 16, 2021

The Eden Project, located in Cornwall, nurtures plant life in biomes – large, environmentally-friendly domes. In 2001, the organization opened to the public with the objective of conserving nature and making it accessible to all.

Environment, explained: Eden Project preserves natural habitats, biodiversity

June 16, 2021

As one may feel the hour long studying is beneficial for them, this may be otherwise.

Do you spend too much time studying?

June 16, 2021

Rohan Prasad (’18) plays with a child at St. Johns Wood Adventure Playground in March 2018. This spring, the same community partnership resumed in person.

Community partnerships adapt to COVID-19 restrictions

June 15, 2021

As the school year wraps up, community members sha

As the school year wraps up, community members share their pandemic experiences through various forms of media – photography, illustration, writing and more. This project was inspired by The New York Times article “Coming of Age: Teens on a Year That Changed Everything.” • Follow the link in our bio to view.

Grade 12 students gather after graduation rehearsa

Grade 12 students gather after graduation rehearsal, waiting to take their seats in the Great Hall. Graduation took place June 12 at Central Hall Westminster, with COVID-19 measures in place. Eleanor Benton (‘21) said she’s excited for her journey ahead but will miss ASL. “It’s a really bittersweet time because I love ASL, but I am also really happy to be moving onto another chapter in my life,” she said. • Photos by Maarya Shafqat Adil and reporting by Sajah Ali

Olivia Benjamin-MacDonald (’21) discusses findin

Olivia Benjamin-MacDonald (’21) discusses findings on her topic “Midwives’ Attitudes Towards Lesbian Mothers in the NHS” with Jasmin Taylor (’21) and Solenne Jackson (’21). Advanced Independent Research Colloquium students shared the results of their year-long research with fellow Grade 12 students in the Learning Commons June 3. • Photo by Cameron Spurr

The Art History Society Club was started to introd

The Art History Society Club was started to introduce more people to art history and has met over Zoom for the past year. The club plans to go to an exhibition at the end of this year and next year plans to hold more outdoor visits and in-person meetings. “We've done mini-lectures where we look at pieces from any time period. We've also looked at fashion designers,” President Lydia Lisanti said. • Graphic by Sophia Bassi

In case you missed it, Lead Culture Editor Grace H

In case you missed it, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton uncovers sexual harassment, the root of the issue, its cyclical manifestation and whom its consequences reach. Link in bio • Photo by Grace Hamilton

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For many across the globe, sexual harassment permeates every aspect of life, often inducing silence and instilling negative emotions in those who experience it.

Sexual harassment: shattering the silence

The new Director of Institutional Equity Dr. Mirangela Buggs was announced March 5. Buggs will begin July 1 as part of the school’s plan to manifest the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement.

Dr. Mirangela Buggs to fill new administrative DIE position

17 year old Olivia Rodrigo’s debut single “drivers license” has surpassed all other songs on Spotify and has remained at No. 1 on the charts since its second day of release on Jan. 8. The popularity of the song can be traced back to the widespread impact of social media and surrounding drama.

Community debates validity of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘drivers license’

Almost every book in the Romance genre can be categorized into one of many common tropes. Enemies to lovers, forbidden love, and fake relationships are all examples of general storylines that can be greatly diversified depending on the characters, location, and time period.

Top 8 novels for each romance trope

The ‘obsessed artist’ has become a widely used persona. It has been represented in a variety of movies and shows as well as seen through real-life creatives.

Obsessed artist reveals realistic side to simple movie trope

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