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Eden Leavey

Eden Leavey, Culture Editor: Print

Eden Leavey (’24) is the Culture Editor: Print for The Standard. She began journalism in Grade 9 as a staff writer and spent the following summer reporting with The New York Times’ Summer Academy. Having grown up all over the world, she considers herself a global citizen who looks to incorporate more underrepresented voices into the media. Separate from The Standard, Leavey is a member of the Sustainability Council and dances in a pre-professional contemporary company outside of school.

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Crowds gather outside of Buckingham Palace Sept. 8. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, London residents flocked to the Palace to mourn and honor her 70-year reign.

Crowds gather at Buckingham Palace following Queen Elizabeth II death

September 8, 2022
Following The Standard’s transition to a new editorial board, the 2022-23 editors explain the customization of their laptops. Each individual shares the way in which their laptop decor, or lack thereof, reflects their identity.

Editorial board expresses itself through laptop decals

June 15, 2022
Students gather in a ring around the tug-of-war competition between Grade 11 and Grade 12 June 10, which concluded with the victory of Grade 12.

StuCo hosts Bangers and Bash event at Canons Park

June 13, 2022
Grade 12 students throw their caps into the air after receiving their diplomas at the graduation ceremony June 11. Graduation, which took place without COVID-19 restrictions at Central Hall Westminster, included speeches, musical performances and the presentation of diplomas.

[Photo] Graduation for class of 2022 takes place without COVID-19 restrictions

June 13, 2022
Concert Choir, Chamber Orchestra give final performance of the year

Concert Choir, Chamber Orchestra give final performance of the year

June 6, 2022

AP Art Exhibition showcases student work

May 30, 2022
Mary Bracht (P’24) attends the Alderney Literary Festival, an annual gathering celebrating historical literature from March 29 to 31, 2019. Bracht’s debut novel, “White Chrysanthemum,” was published in 2018.

Mary Bracht illuminates forgotten injustice of comfort women in ‘White Chrysanthemum’

May 4, 2022
The production and disposal of paper cause significant environmental damage. Nonetheless, across the High School, classes use a large quantity of paper, adding to the community’s carbon footprint.

Environment, Explained: High School classes should embrace more paperless opportunities

April 25, 2022
After two years of being separated by COVID-19 restrictions, the entire school gathers on Waverley playground to celebrate Founder’s Day. The community joined together to sing the official ASL anthem, “Once an Eagle” and take an all-school photo.

Founder’s Day presents opportunity to celebrate school’s 71 years

April 22, 2022
With the rising popularity of comparing zodiac signs, some community members have begun to evaluate the accuracy of their assigned characteristics and predictions based on birthdate. Students representing each of the 12 zodiac signs weigh the importance of aligning their designated traits with identity.

Students explore influence of zodiac signs on individuality

February 16, 2022
Students share their experiences with academic pressure and the factors that motivate them to succeed academically.

Students face academic stress due to various pressures

February 9, 2022
Fast fashion produces vast amounts of waste and pollution, while sustainable fashion companies make a conscious effort to provide for their workers and the environment.

Environment, Explained: how to navigate sustainable clothes shopping

February 1, 2022
Travis Scott performs at the Openair Frauenfeld festival in Switzerland in 2019. Scott’s Astroworld Festival, held from Nov. 5-7, 2021, resulted in mortalities and injuries, emphasizing the inadequacy of current concert safety measures.

Astroworld Festival tragedy exhibits lack of concert security

January 21, 2022
The UN Climate Change Conference, often referred to as COP26, is an annual environmental conference that discusses how to best combat the climate crisis. This year, it was held from Oct. 31 until Nov. 12.

Environment, Explained: UN Climate Change Conference evaluates climate crisis

November 23, 2021
Ruby Read (23) and Nikolai Kovach (24) block and rehearse a scene together Sept. 29.

[Photo] ‘Footloose’ production process begins in person after COVID-19 halted normal performances

October 29, 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

October 19, 2021
Sexual abuse often goes unnoticed in the dance world, and the dismissive yet toxic culture follows dancers into ballet companies. In recent years, however, dancers have begun to come forward about their experiences.

Sexual misconduct persists within ballet companies

September 23, 2021
Climate change is becoming more serious as a result of the continuous rise in greenhouse gas emissions. Recently, the planet underwent some of the most extreme weather conditions and record high temperatures.

Environment, explained: July 2021 temperatures soar due to greenhouse gases

September 14, 2021
Brandon Likola (’23) jumps to spike the ball over the net in the Farmer Gym Sept. 1.

Photo gallery: Fall sports commence with girls, boys volleyball tryouts

September 9, 2021
COVID-19 pandemic: the universal experience

COVID-19 pandemic: the universal experience

June 17, 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
Members of the community reflect on how characteristics of ASL, among those of other schools, impact students’ learning environment. Social dynamics, diversity, curriculum and student population are all topics of discussion that surface when comparing ASL to different school systems.

Students, faculty explore dynamics of different education systems

June 14, 2021

Social interactions and cliques

June 14, 2021

Students worldwide

June 14, 2021

School environment

June 14, 2021

Socioeconomic status

June 14, 2021

Diversity

June 14, 2021

Education and curriculum

June 14, 2021
Eco-friendly communities such as Dubai’s Sustainable City pose a solution to the global climate crisis. In the last decade, numerous countries have taken steps toward building developments powered by renewable energy and clean technology.

Environment, explained: Dubai’s “Sustainable City” fosters urban sustainability

May 10, 2021
Eleanor Ilyas (’24) applies lotion as a part of her daily hydrating skincare routine. Different skincare products cater to unique skin types, and the most effective results depend on finding the right match.

Effective products enhance skincare routine

May 4, 2021
This Chinese Magnolia in Hyde Park is an example of “restoring our earth” which is this year’s Earth Day theme. To compensate for the destruction that climate change has caused, below are five actions that will help to repair nature and biodiversity.

Environment, explained: top 5 changes you can make in light of Earth Day

April 12, 2021
Olivia Lang (’22) dribbles away from Casey Johnson (’23) March 29 and looks to pass to a teammate.

Photo Gallery: Girls, boys soccer play in final week of mini-season

April 1, 2021
Girls soccer warm up by jogging in groups March 17.

Students participate in first week of sports

March 25, 2021

[Video] Student-athletes share advice, governmental restrictions to allow for non-elite sports to resume

March 24, 2021
After the murder of Sarah Everard and recently surveyed statistic about sexual harassment was released, female students are more concerned for their safety on the street. A commonly suggested method for self defense is to keep a key held between your fingers in order to have more impact if an offender were to become violent. Photo illustration by Clara Martinez.

[Photo] Murder of Sarah Everard, UN survey result spark conversation around sexual harassment

March 19, 2021
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

March 15, 2021
While the U.K. is slowly running out of landfill space, Sweden has designed an efficient recycling policy that enables 99% of waste to be recycled or reused. By recycling, we can help to improve London’s ecological footprint.

Environment, explained: recycling, how to really make a difference

March 8, 2021
Photographer Lynsey Addario stands near the frontline during a pause in the fighting while covering the popular uprising for The New York Times, March 11, 2011 in Ras Lanuf, Libya.

Lynsey Addario: I have been kidnapped. Twice.

March 8, 2021
Every year it is estimated that Americans spend over $2 billion on flowers during the week of Valentine’s Day. This is due to increasing materialistic values in today’s society and the total commercialisation of the holiday.

Cupid should be cancelled

February 9, 2021
Despite the trials and tribulations of 2020, the year has finally come to a close. Upon reflection, each month has been attributed a song fitting to the events that occurred. Make sure to scan the codes with your Spotify app to listen along!

A year-in-review: Spotify 2020 Wrapped

February 1, 2021
“Reflective” is the fourth goal on the Approaches to Learning list, in which students strive to value mistakes as learning opportunities, reflect on their own learning and set and pursue goals for improvement. Now, students and faculty evaluate the self-reflection work within the High School to see the impact it has on student learning.

Reflecting on reflecting on reflecting: a productive cycle?

February 1, 2021
Pro-Trump rioters assemble outside the U.S. Capitol Jan. 6 to protest the certification of Biden’s win after false accusations of a fraudulent election conspired. Four civilians and a Capitol police officer were killed when the protest turned violent.

Students react to recent UK, US news

January 19, 2021
“If Anything Happens I Love You” was released to Netflix Nov. 20 and tells the story of a school shooting, spreading awareness of the dangers of gun violence. It has since reached hundreds of families who have experienced the same grief, heartache and anguish, helping them to heal.

‘If Anything Happens I Love You’ recognizes the perils of gun violence

January 19, 2021
Since the second government lockdown beginning Nov. 5, Eva Eichenberger’s (’23) ability to train for boxing has been impacted. She shares her views on the gender inequality within the industry and the stereotypes she faces.

Student boxes through barriers

November 19, 2020
Though the High School returned back to campus this year for in-person learning, there are still productivity and procrastination habits from the DLP that remain. Members of the community reflect on switching back to in-person learning, and how it compares to the DLP.

Transition to in-person learning influences student productivity

November 5, 2020
The coronavirus has brought much uncertainty and disappointment into our lives, but fear not, for this year Halloween will not disappoint. Despite the new COVID regulations, there are still plenty of other ways to enjoy Halloween without going trick or treating and remaining at a safe distance apart.

Top 5 ways to celebrate Halloween amidst COVID-19 restrictions

October 30, 2020
Sarah Dalloul (23) expresses her excitement to be getting back into sports here in London. For two years, she sat on the sidelines while recovering from a knee injury. Although she said there have been lasting impacts in her joints, physical therapy improved her condition. I want to get better in order for me to continue pursuing [sports] in the future, Dalloul said.

[Photo] 14 new students reflect on their transition to the High School

October 8, 2020
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