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Nate Lewis (’23) throws a pitch at Canons Park against Lakenheath May 19.

Sports games return to Canons Park

June 2, 2021
The increased demand for people with a platform to advocate change and spread awareness has become more prevalent with global issues. Questions arise of whether or not they hold responsibility to become activists have become increasingly widespread.

Community evaluates celebrity activism

May 25, 2021
Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 3, Discussing Eid al-Fitr

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 3, Discussing Eid al-Fitr

May 17, 2021
Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 2, Discussing the holy month of Ramadan

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 2, Discussing the holy month of Ramadan

May 3, 2021
The establishment of unrealistic societal expectations among teenagers can cause them to constantly pick out imperfections and feel insecure about their appearance.

Unrealistic body standards create toxic environment

March 16, 2021
Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 1

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 1

March 15, 2021
Staff Writer Yasmina Kassir reflects on how the right to freedom of expression can be abused as it often legitimizes hateful acts.

Freedom of expression allows for dangerous hate speech

November 13, 2020
Sofia Siderman (21) reflects on the challenges of being new and how they are amplified during a pandemic. On a scale of 1 to 10, Siderman said her transition would fall at a 7.5 because there is limited social interaction. With staggered lunches and everything it makes it a bit harder to speak to people, she said.

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

October 8, 2020
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