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Polina Dashevsky

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print

Polina Dashevsky (‘21) is an Opinions editor in Print, and has been writing for the Standard since her sophomore year. She is passionate about sharing her opinion on a variety of topics, ranging from fundamental social issues to current events, and wishes to promote awareness among the ASL community. Dashevsky also loves to brainstorm possible solutions to modern-day problems as she hopes that her ability to address challenges and problem-solve may one day change her community for the better. Her other interests include volunteering at the Winch, playing tennis and being an MUN delegate. 

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[Photo] Anti-Semitism needs to be confronted

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Online
February 3, 2021
A member of the Student Faculty Disciplinary Board (SFDB) gives the administration their decided punishment for a severe infraction. The SFDB was created to host hearings for students found guilty of violating the ASL Code of Conduct and recommend their idea of an appropriate punishment to the administration.

SFDB should be dissolved

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
January 28, 2021
Joe Biden speaks in front of an audience at his presidential campaign office in Des Moines, Iowa Jan. 13, 2020. Biden has struggled with a speech disorder since a young age and it has persisted in his political career.

Biden’s stutter carries inspiration

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
January 12, 2021
Unequal coverage of candidates blinds voters

Unequal coverage of candidates blinds voters

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
October 30, 2020
Though AP courses present students with an opportunity to take college-level courses, taking too many can result in less time for extracurriculars and true passions.

AP culture deters students from true interests

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
September 24, 2020
Polina Dashevsky (21)

Polina Dashevsky (’21)

Polina Dashevsky, Opinions Editor: Print
June 12, 2020
Internet censorship data. Statistics from BrandonGaille and World Economic Forum.

Censorship extends to Internet

Polina Dashevsky, Staff Writer
February 4, 2020
16 year olds should have right to vote

16 year olds should have right to vote

Polina Dashevsky, Advanced Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
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