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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.

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

October 8, 2020
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