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Ailish Herrmann, Media Team

Ailish Herrmann ('26) is a member of the Media Team of The Standard in Advanced Journalism.

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Standard News Network: Week of April 8

Adrian Caillaux Diaz, Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson and Inez Stephenson
April 16, 2024

Standard News Network: Week of March 11

Talya Berner, Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
March 18, 2024

Standard News Network: Week of March 3

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
March 13, 2024
A sign states that high school toilets are closed and redirects students to other working bathrooms. The toilets were temporarily closed March 1-4 because of a pipe leak.

Pipe leak causes High School toilets to close temporarily

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
March 6, 2024
Head of School Matt Horvat sings with students and the eagle mascot in the Blue Gym March 3. The group sang “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys.

Global Festival showcases different cultures

Isabella Gibson and Ailish Herrmann
March 5, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 6

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Inez Stephenson and Colton Stenson
March 5, 2024
The robotics team poses for a picture in the Los Angeles regional robotics competition in Los Angeles March 12. The team has prepared their robot to compete in the Hudson Valley regional competition March 7-10.

Robotics team prepares for upcoming competition in New York

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
February 29, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 5

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson and Inez Stephenson
February 26, 2024
Kaavya Dubey (’27) dribbles with the ball as she turns towards the basket. Dubey said the team worked hard throughout the game, especially when they felt pressure from the opposition. “When TASIS was full court pressing us, we did a good job at not giving the ball away,” Dubey said.

GALLERY Girls Varsity basketball compete against TASIS

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
February 26, 2024
The Grammy Awards celebrate top musicians and their productions from the course of the year Feb. 5. Before the award presentations took place, stars walked the runway to show off their outfits.

Top 5 worst red carpet looks from the Grammy Awards

Isabella Gibson and Ailish Herrmann
February 20, 2024
School administrators follow a distinct protocol when evaluating candidates during the hiring process. The school has continuously refined its teaching staff, ensuring ongoing improvements in all departments.

Inside the hiring process: faculty reflect on employment protocol

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
February 8, 2024
Businesses are exploiting tipped workers, by making them rely on customer tips. Tipping culture has gradually increased throughout the U.S. for countless years, which has negatively impacted workers’ financial and social well-being.

Tipping culture perpetuates harm for workers, consumers

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
February 7, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 4

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
February 5, 2024
Students participate in the AMIS Honor Orchestra festival in Madrid, Spain April 22, 2023. The selected students for the Honor Orchestra Festival have prepared for months and will perform in the School Center.

School to host AMIS Honor Orchestra festival

Isabella Gibson and Ailish Herrmann
January 30, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 3

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Noelle Quintin, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
January 29, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 2

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
January 22, 2024

Standard News Network: Episode 1

Ailish Herrmann, Sophia Hsu, Zoe Karibian, Yasmine Rivera, Colton Stenson, Inez Stephenson and Theo van Zyl
January 16, 2024
The restaurant industry is one of the most significant contributors to food waste in the U.K. Restaurants have thrown away tons of edible foods, negatively impacting our environment and society.

Restaurant industry must minimize food waste

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
December 6, 2023
Grace Blanton (’25) whispers the question’s answer to Amari Victor (’25). Luseni Conteh (’26) said the environment was lighthearted although the teams put in their full efforts. “Even though people were socializing and having fun, the teams were still competitive and wanted to win, which made the experience even more interesting,” Conteh said.

GALLERY: Students, teachers participate in annual Quiz Night

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
December 3, 2023
Cross country co-captain Noah Sadrian (’25) gives a speech to the team before the 5km race at ISSTs. Sadrian provided words of inspiration for teammates in preparation for the race, chanting “clear eyes” and their final yell of “Go Eagles!” before they lined up to race.

GALLERY Fall sports teams compete in ISSTs

Ailish Herrmann, Zoe Kaul and Yara Kassir
November 21, 2023
Student Council members discuss at their weekly meeting Nov 9. Leaders of the High School’s councils reflected on the impacts of their organizations on the larger school community and the skills required for them to succeed.

Council presidents consider impacts of leadership roles on school community

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
November 10, 2023
The British government is depriving adolescents of their right to vote. The future generation has not been given a say in the laws that will affect them, and this has impacted their day to day lives.

UK voting age should be lowered to 16

Ailish Herrmann, Media Team
October 23, 2023
The girls varsity soccer team huddle at halftime to listen to coaches Pranay Dhanani and Laura Brucker Sept. 2. Leah Nilson (’26), said the team was very encouraging throughout the game which kept everyone in good spirits. “Everyone on the team kept their heads up and we kept a positive mindset,” Nilson said.

GALLERY Girls varsity soccer competes against Zurich International School

Ailish Herrmann, Reporter
September 29, 2023
Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo performs at Glastonbury 2022 before her new album “GUTS” releases Sept. 8. Her pop-rock album took listeners on a journey of rebellion and vulnerability.

Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS” brings back 90’s pop-rock

Ailish Herrmann and Zoe Karibian
September 26, 2023
The High School Performing Arts department selected “Anything Goes” as the fall musical Sept. 4. The announcement this year was two weeks delayed as the Performing Arts teachers needed more time to secure the copyright.

Performing Arts teachers shine spotlight on process to prepare high school musical

Ailish Herrmann, Reporter
September 18, 2023
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak meets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Nov. 19, 2022. They gathered to discuss increased defense support against Russia in support of Ukraine.

UK provides long-range missiles to Ukraine ahead of counter-offensive

Ailish Herrmann, Reporter
May 18, 2023
The number of students wearing pajamas to school has increased throughout the school year. The themed “Comfy Clothes Day” during Spirit Week had the highest participation across all four grade levels.

Pajama-wearing raises conversation around appropriate attire

Ashlyn Tate and Ailish Herrmann
April 20, 2023
“Ginny and Georgia” is known for its drama and mystery-packed storyline. The second season premiered Jan. 5 on Netflix, leaving viewers with the secrets of characters and the chaos unfolding.

‘Ginny and Georgia’ storyline takes a dark turn

Ailish Herrmann, Reporter
March 3, 2023
To many, Taylor Swift is a beloved music star and tickets for her upcoming tour are in high demand. However, discontent regarding how Ticketmaster handled ticket sales emerged soon after.

Ticketmaster spurs uproar among Taylor Swift fans

Ailish Herrmann and Ashlyn Tate
January 16, 2023
World Languages and Cultures Teacher Carlos Alvarez Santos writes at his desk. Alvarez Santos said he has memorable experiences teaching Spanish at the school over the past eight years. “ASL is a great school to be in and not only for students but also for faculty and definitely for the families because they get involved in the school,” Alvarez Santos said.

[Photo] Familiar faces: Get to know 30 students, faculty

Beginning Journalism Students
October 12, 2022
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