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The High School Student News Site of The American School in London

The Standard
The High School Student News Site of The American School in London

The Standard
Helen Roth

Helen Roth, Co Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online

Helen Roth (’21) is the Co Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online for The Standard. Helen began her journalism career in Grade 8 as an Opinions editor. She loves to inform others about issues our world faces today, as well as simultaneously learning more about the world around her. 

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Lead Opinions Editor Mia George and Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer break down the most important political stories of the past week.

[Photo] Politics Update – March 22

Daniel de Beer and Mia George
March 22, 2022
Ringham on his educational trip to China. Ringham said that his trip to China exposed him to international teaching, a concept that was new to him, but one that inspired him to eventually come to London to teach.

Andrew Ringham takes unexpected path to ASL

Helen Roth, Co-Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online
March 4, 2021
lisa and michael

[Photo] Lisa Cottle (’80) and Michael Cottle (’79)

Gabrielle Meidar, News Editor: Print
February 15, 2021
areje and hamzah

[Photo] Areje Al-Shakar (’99) and Hamzah Bawkher (’99)

Gabrielle Meidar, News Editor: Print
February 15, 2021
jessie and natalie

[Photo] Jessie Williamson (’95) and Natalie Williamson (’97)

Gabrielle Meidar, News Editor: Print
February 15, 2021
susan and bob

[Photo] Susan Savage (’61) and Bob Cavenagh (’61)

Gabrielle Meidar, News Editor: Print
February 15, 2021
wayne and deborah

[Photo] Wayne Brooks-Austin (’70) and Deborah Nelson-Austin (’71)

Gabrielle Meidar, News Editor: Print
February 15, 2021
keith and natasha

[Photo] Keith Robinson (’88) and Natasha Robinson (’93)

Gabrielle Meidar and Sajah Ali
February 15, 2021
Though in-person classes resumed this semester, sports programs were noticeably absent from the student experience. However, with the necessary precautions, non-contact sports should be allowed to take place.

[Photo] Non-contact sports should take place after school

Vittoria Di Meo, Staff Writer
December 2, 2020
Students of color at the school now have an affinity group dedicated to providing a shared space specifically for their experiences. The group had its first meeting Nov. 19.

[Photo] Students of color create affinity group to form shared space

Cameron Spurr, Lead News Editor
November 20, 2020
When used properly, social media can provide individuals with an invaluable forum to openly share, spread and discuss opinions and ideas on a variety of subjects. However, when it is used to spread misinformation, the users’ online voice must be muted and taken away accordingly.

[Photo] Trump’s online misinformation raises red flags

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
November 18, 2020
As the High School strives towards a more inclusive environment, a protocol was created to ensure that teachers gave little to no homework on religious holidays. Students and faculty reflect on the importance, impact, consistency and next steps moving forward regarding this policy.

[Photo] Students and faculty members reflect on workload during religious holidays

Rudi Chamria, Staff Writer
November 13, 2020
Israel and Sudan have agreed to normalize relations in a deal brokered in a three way call with the U.S. Oct. 23. This agreement makes Sudan the third Arab country to reach peace deals with Israel in the past two months, following the United Arab Emirates and The Kingdom of Bahrain.

[Photo] Israel, Sudan normalize relations

Sajah Ali, News Editor: Online
November 3, 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.

[Photo] Top 5 ways to celebrate Halloween amidst COVID-19 restrictions

Eden Leavey, Staff Writer
October 30, 2020
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[Photo] Re: GSA silent protest, Trump-Pence campaign flag provoke debate among student body

Connor Eaton, ('21)
October 28, 2020
Though London is taking more extensive precautions for COVID-19, there are still ways to enjoy Europe's most acclaimed museums. Institutions such as the British Museum and the Natural History Museum have created virtual platforms to showcase exhibits.

[Photo] Top 5 virtual museums

Grace Hamilton, Culture Editor: Online
October 23, 2020
Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George break down the most important political stories of the past week.

[Photo] Human rights violations: right to health and bodily autonomy

Emily Forgash, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2020
The ASL Political Society, run by President Colin Bloom (’22) and Vice President Rodolphe Stern (’22), hosted a Zoom discussion with former Member of the European Parliament for South-East England Belinda de Lucy Oct. 8.

[Photo] Former MEP Belinda de Lucy visits ASL Political Society

Nick Zirinis, Staff Writer
October 9, 2020
StuCo candidates will present promotional videos in advisories Sept. 22. Traditional candidate speeches used in the past have been replaced with this new method for elections.

[Photo] StuCo to hold upcoming speeches through promotional videos

Sajah Ali, News Editor: Online
September 21, 2020
Though school is taking place on campus, Opinions Editor: Print Polina Dashevsky notices that learning habits developed over DLP still remain prominent in the physical classroom.

[Photo] DLP shifts classroom dynamic upon return to school

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
September 8, 2020
Due to not being able to play instruments, students in band class are learning to use technology to compose music, and at the same time, are following safety precautions such as wearing masks and socially distancing.

Students return back to campus amidst COVID-19

Helen Roth and Cameron Spurr
September 3, 2020
The Lit and Art English classes created a series of podcasts, in which they answered the question: Why do we need art now? These podcasts included students speaking about personal narratives and doing research.

Lit and Art classes make podcasts about meaning of art

Helen Roth and Grace Hamilton
June 11, 2020
In response to the killing of George Floyd and the subsequent protests across the world, SJC hosted a discussion via Zoom June 2 to debrief and discuss. Both students and faculty members reflect on their takeaways from the discussion.

SJC hosts discussion in response to systemic racism

Emily Forgash and Helen Roth
June 2, 2020
Due to the closure of campus, the play "You Can't Take it With You" will be taking place in the form of a radio comedy.

[Photo] Advanced Acting students perform ‘You Can’t Take it With You’ as radio comedy

Cameron Spurr, Lead News Editor
May 29, 2020
Though the world is in the midst of a global lockdown, social media enables people to unify and support each other in a time of uncertainty.

[Photo] Social media unites community under lockdown

Grace Hamilton, Culture Editor: Online
May 27, 2020
The Standard Podcast: Episode 5, "Understanding COVID-19" with Science Teacher David Partridge

The Standard Podcast: Episode 5, “Understanding COVID-19” with Science Teacher David Partridge

Helen Roth, Sal Cerrell, Cameron Spurr and Maddy Whitman
May 19, 2020
Just as learning must take place remotely, so must the AP exams. Both students and faculty reflect on the new formatting of the exams, and whether or not the change initiates a shift of pressure and mindset.

New format of AP exams shifts mindset

Helen Roth and Polina Dashevsky
May 11, 2020
LSSA graphic

[Photo] ASL to partake in LSSA Spring Festival

Jasmin Taylor, Sports Editor: Online
May 4, 2020
AP tests will still take place during the outbreak, but as shortened 45-minute, online versions of the exams.

AP test adjustments strike range of feelings

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
April 5, 2020
The Paddington Recreation Ground tennis courts are closed due to the coronavirus. Although Fellows doesn’t train there usually, he checked to see if the courts were available during the lockdown.

[Photo] Athletes adjust training during lockdown

Jonathan Novak, Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online
April 2, 2020
Students using their lunch break from the first day of online classes to talk via zoom.

Self-isolation promotes appreciation for the community

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
March 24, 2020
Grade 12 student cheer for their classmates during the spirit assembly. The assembly is an annual tradition to bring the week to a close and pick which grade wins.

Spirit assembly wraps up Spirit Week

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
February 14, 2020
China tests NBA's commitment to free speech

China tests NBA’s commitment to free speech

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
November 18, 2019
"Your uncertain shadow (colour)" display at Olafur Eliasson: In Real Life Exhibit.

Olafur Eliasson: In Real Life Exhibit sheds light on climate crisis

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
October 29, 2019
Amber Auh ('21), Solenne Jackson ('21), Helena Hansen ('21), and Amelia Learner ('21) (left to right) pose with the animated backdrop at Sea Life Centre London Aquarium. They're on the alternative called "No Substitute for Water" that went to see the aquarium in preparation for their trip in March.

Students travel in London with alternative groups to bond, prepare for trip

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
October 1, 2019
Johannes Helberg was the seventh speaker of event. He describes his constantly adapted poem where AI constantly adapts his poem to try and write using his voice.

Students, Guest Speakers participate in TedxASL conference

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
September 24, 2019
Rethinking credit requirements

Rethinking credit requirements

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
September 20, 2019
Looking back on new students' transition to ASL

Looking back on new students’ transition to ASL

Helen Roth, Features Editor: Online
June 10, 2019
Taking on new year’s resolutions

Taking on new year’s resolutions

Helen Roth, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
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