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HS counselors Johnice Moore and Yanna Jackson chat in Moores office. Both counselors joined the school this year but have previous experience in similar positions.

Yanna Jackson, Johnice Moore join counseling team

Leila Meilman and Inez Stephenson
September 20, 2023
Sixty-five percent of the worlds population are visual learners. Yet, the Harkness Method does not benefit learners who struggle with following spoken ideas only.

Harkness method proves unbeneficial to some students, requires change

Inez Stephenson, Reporter
September 5, 2023
A Turkish citizen casts his vote in a previous election. In the second round of the vote, Recep Tayyip Erdoganmearned 52.14% while Kemal Kilicdaroglu received 47.86%.

Erdogan wins Turkish presidential elections

Inez Stephenson, Reporter
June 5, 2023
Student sleep deprivation is a topic of importance which is frequently overlooked. According to a study conducted by the Child Mind Institute, 70% of teens did not sleep the recommended eight to 10 hours every night.

Sleep deprivation impacts daily life, requires attention

Inez Stephenson, Reporter
May 17, 2023
King Charles and Queen Camilla travel by carriage during the coronation procession May 6. On the day of the coronation, King Charles became the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at Westminster Abbey since 1066, according to the BBC.

Coronation of King Charles III, Queen Camilla evokes mixed emotions

Zoe Karibian and Inez Stephenson
May 10, 2023
Direct of Student Life James Perry poses with his those part of his Peer Leadership class. Throughout the year, the group meets periodically, with his students mentoring Grade 9 advisories.

James Perry reflects on past experiences, educational goals

Talya Berner and Inez Stephenson
May 2, 2023
Lev Gorelik (’25) emerges from the water during the 4x50 meter relay race March 10. As a second-year swimmer on the team, Gorelik said competing in ISSTs was rewarding. “My favorite thing about swimming is getting to be in the pool,” Gorelik said.

Varsity winter athletes reflect on their experiences at ISSTs

Inez Stephenson, Reporter
March 28, 2023
Upon returning to in-person school after the pandemic, some students and teachers have chosen to use digital learning tools, such as tablets. While manyenjoy its flexibility, others prefer to use traditional learning tools, including notebooks and whiteboards.

Shift to digital note-taking prompts discussion

Isabella Gibson, Zoe Karibian and Inez Stephenson
March 1, 2023
Cleo Destin (’26) dribbles the ball up the court beside her teammates Yara Kassir (’26) and Noor Naseer (’25) Jan. 27. Destin had previously played two years of basketball and enjoys representing the school on her team. I am so happy to be a part of the team, Destin said. Even though we lost, I think we played well defensively and caught many rebounds.

JV basketball girls team competes against Crest Academy

Inez Stephenson and Zoe Karibian
February 16, 2023
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