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Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor

Grace Hamilton (’23) is the Lead Culture Editor for The Standard. Her love for writing stemmed into a passion for journalism, and thus, she became involved with The Standard in Grade 9. Journalism provides her a powerful platform to inform the ASL community, explore myriad topics, and learn more about local and global perspectives, issues and events. Outside of journalism, Hamilton is a member of the Sustainability Council and participates in a variety of sports.

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Standard staff bookshelf: Collection of book reviews

Standard staff bookshelf: Collection of book reviews

December 10, 2021
“Everything I Never Told You” details the unexpected death of young Chinese American Lydia Lee in 1970s Ohio. Through tragedy, chaos ensues within the Lee family, forcing them to grapple with the fragile foundations of family, race and belonging.

[Photo] ‘Everything I Never Told You’ navigates complex family dynamics through tragedy

December 10, 2021
Bonfire Night commemorates the 1605 event in which Guy Fawkes led a group of English Catholics in an attempted demolition of the Houses of Parliament. This historical event is annually celebrated the weekend of Nov. 5 across the U.K. with fireworks, parades and bonfires.

Top 5 must-visit Bonfire Night firework displays

November 5, 2021
Attendees of the Global Works “Costa Rica: Children and Community” service trip congregate at Playa Chaman on the penultimate day of their excursion. The trip explored the multifaceted culture of Costa Rica, partaking in work at a rainforest biology station, volunteering at a local school and surfing with locals.

Costa Rican culture spurs personal reflection, gratitude

October 6, 2021
British Literature students congregate outside the Kiln Theatre after viewing a performance of the play “NW Trilogy” Sept. 29. The play consisted of three acts with a total duration of two hours.

British Literature students attend ‘NW Trilogy’ performance

September 29, 2021
The effects of climate change – natural disasters, heat waves, pollution – remain perceptible in every facet of our lives. Here are five sustainable practices imperative to curtailing the worsening climate crisis.

Top 5 sustainable practices to mitigate climate crisis

September 24, 2021
Adnan Bseisu (’22) and Lily Bernhard (’22), members of the “Amazing Avocados” team, discuss potential answers to a trivia question during the third round of Quiz Night. “Amazing Avocados” placed second overall after points accumulated by each team were tallied.

Photo Gallery: Students compete in Quiz Night

September 13, 2021
Faculty members reflect upon 9/11

Faculty members reflect upon 9/11

September 13, 2021
Documentaries are quintessential to a well-rounded film experience, tackling numerous themes – deconstructing the science behind natural disasters, downfalls of the education system, scientific phenomenons. Here are five must-watch documentaries that may deepen one’s perception of the world or simply stimulate diversity of thought.

Top 5 documentaries

September 10, 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
Reese Laurienti (’23) holds Holi powder used to decorate T-shirts worn by Concert Choir members while recording “Balleilakka” at Canons Park May 4. The choir’s spring concert went live June 6, showcasing “Balleilakka” alongside other parts of their repertoire.

[Photo] End of year performing arts concerts take place amid COVID-19 restrictions

June 11, 2021
As finals week approaches and workload ramps up, end-of-year stress is undeniable. Here are five ways to reduce stress, increase motivation and persevere through the last stretch of the school year.

Top 5 tips to manage finals week

June 4, 2021
A poster encouraging students to donate to organizations supporting those suffering in India hangs in the Theater Foyer. Members of the Community Action Committee organized a fundraiser to help provide vaccines, medical supplies and treatment facilities for Indian relief.

India battles worsening COVID-19 crisis

May 20, 2021
London offers countless tourist attractions that provide the quintessential city experience as a resident. Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares five tourist attractions to capitalize on all the city has to offer.

Top 5 tourist attractions to visit as a London resident

May 28, 2021
London is home to a copious selection of lunch restaurants, from classic pubs to casual cafés to fine diners. Whether it be popular classics or more novel game-changers, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares must-visit restaurants that provide the quintessential dining experience.

Top 5 lunch restaurants

May 21, 2021
Netflix, the popular streaming platform, offers a variety of programs from a variety of genres. Whether it be documentaries, comedies or action-adventure, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares lesser-known Netflix programs.

Top 5 Netflix must-sees

May 14, 2021

[Video] Sexual harassment at ASL

May 12, 2021

[Video] Defining sexual harassment

May 12, 2021
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

May 12, 2021

[Video] Experiences and reactions

May 12, 2021

[Photo] Consequences

May 12, 2021
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[Photo] Combatting complicity

May 12, 2021
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[Photo] Next steps

May 12, 2021
Spending an evening at a West End theater is impossible given COVID-19 restrictions, yet streaming platforms have made enjoying these musicals possible from the comfort of home. From dance numbers to show tunes, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares the best movie musicals to mimic the classic theater experience at home. (Photos used with permission from Netflix and Disney Plus.)

Top 5 movie musicals to enjoy at home

May 7, 2021
Whether it be love stories entailing simple picnics in the park or writing poetic love letters, indulging in a rom-com from time to time is the perfect way to destress and have fun. Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares the best rom-coms of all time.

Top 5 romantic comedies of all time

April 30, 2021
London’s ever-growing coffee culture offers countless artisan roasters, independent shops and chains. Whether you need an early morning caffeine boost or simply an afternoon latte, these are the best cafes to get your coffee fix.

Top 5 London coffee shops

April 23, 2021
Podcasts are a convenient and engaging method of igniting curiosity, expanding knowledge and learning about new perspectives. Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares the best podcasts for every genre.

Top 5 podcasts for every genre

April 16, 2021
Math Teacher Tony Bracht and Alexis Gerwe (23) participate in a discussion during the workshop Its Time to Put Woke to Sleep. Workshop participants engaged in a conversation about cancel culture and the role of social media in activism.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Students participate in Aequitas workshops

April 2, 2021
Procrastination comes in many forms, and every student has their favorite method. Although procrastinating is often seen as a bad habit, prolonging work and having moments of low motivation are inevitable, and these are the best ways to take a much-needed break from work.

Top 5 ways to procrastinate

April 1, 2021
Model UN delegates raise their country plaques in the 2020 West London Conference. This year, the conference was hosted virtually via Zoom March 27, and it provided participants the opportunity to practice debate skills and gain additional experience with conference preparation and structure.

Model UN attends virtual West London Conference

March 29, 2021
COVID-19 restrictions have thwarted the spring break plans of many. Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares the best ways to relax, refresh and make use of the week off.

Top 5 spring break activities

March 26, 2021
Now that students are only permitted off-campus lunch a limited number of days each week, it can be difficult to decide where to eat. Experimenting with new restaurants and eating from old favorites can not only help support local businesses but will make off-campus lunch all the more enjoyable.

Top 5 places to go for off-campus lunch

March 19, 2021
The popular food delivery service Deliveroo has seemingly endless options to choose from, so it can be hard to choose what to get. Staff Writer Elena Alexander summarizes her top five restaurants to order from on the site.

[Photo] Top 5 Deliveroo restaurants

March 12, 2021
Watching a comfort TV show can provide the perfect escape from daily stress, especially amidst the pandemic. Taking time to indulge in a TV program can help maintain a sense of normalcy throughout lockdown.

[Photo] Top 5 comfort TV shows

March 12, 2021
A distance learning workspace is set up with a laptop showcasing a to-do list and a work timer. While in the midst of distance learning, it is imperative to take steps to increase focus and productivity levels to maximize the learning experience.

Top 5 ways to increase focus during distance learning

February 5, 2021
College has become the principal focus of students in the High School, to the extent that the school environment has become one of immense competition and pressure. While it is important to prepare for the years ahead, students should pursue classes and extracurriculars that they are passionate about in order to truly enjoy the high school experience.

Competition, pressures surrounding college detract from high school experience

January 14, 2021
With end-of-year assessments right around the corner, Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares study tips and techniques that enhance learning and aid in retention.

Top 5 homework, study methods

December 11, 2020
With end-of-year assessments right around the corner, Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares suggestions on the best apps and programs to stay on track and maximize productivity.

Top 5 programs to maximize productivity and limit distractions

November 20, 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
With the US presidential election just around the corner, Culture Editor: Online Grace Hamilton shares her top 5 podcasts that discuss, analyze and predict the election.

Top 5 election podcasts

October 29, 2020
A poster requesting that students sign the SJC anti-racism Open Letter while simultaneously providing a summary of the concepts included in the letter hangs in the English Pod. Members of SJC wrote a letter addressing anti-racism within the High School community which students signed before being sent to administration Oct. 29.

SJC Open Letter stimulates action on anti-racism

October 30, 2020
Republican and democratic students discuss voting for Biden because he is the lesser of two evils, rather than as their preferred candidate.

Settle for Biden campaign tips the scales

October 30, 2020
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