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Zoha Suteria

Zoha Suteria, Opinions Editor

Hi, my name is Zoha and I’m the co-opinions editor this year! This will be my third year on the paper, and I’m so excited to continue! Outside of the Oracle, I am a part of Model UN and Students for Human Rights.

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Perfectionism: the “perfect” crime

Perfectionism: the “perfect” crime

Zoha Suteria, co-opinions editor
November 22, 2024

I’ve rewritten this column more times than I’d like to admit. Perfectionism has a way of drawing out indecision and hesitation, placing relentless pressure to polish, refine, and revisit every aspect...

LEARNING TO LISTEN: Fourth graders from Mvita Primary School in Mombasa, Kenya, build math and public speaking skills through interactive games and a debate.

Forming connections in Kenya

Zoha Suteria, co-opinions editor
October 4, 2024

In a lively classroom, where the chatter of eager fourth graders echoes off the faded yellow walls, and the scent of chalk lingers in the warm air, I learned a lesson that no textbook could ever teach;...

Colorblind casting brightens stage of identity

Colorblind casting brightens stage of identity

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
May 23, 2024

Basking in the warm glow of a television, popcorn bowls scatter around the couch as laughter and joy fill the air. On the screen, the familiar tale of The Little Mermaid unfolds in all its animated glory....

Off the Page: The Johansen family, portrayed by Amy Patton (seated left on the floor), Charlie Chasen (seated left on the chair), Shayna Fitzershtein (seated right on chair), and Isabel Arranz (standing right), talk about the recent closings of Jewish stores in their town. The spring play includes many scenes , such as this one, that are identical from the book to the stage adaptation.

Number the Stars shines light on the Holocaust

Kaitlyn Jiang and Zoha Suteria
April 25, 2024

When the lights rose on South’s spring play, Number the Stars, audiences were transported to a time when courage knew no bounds and friendship conquered all, Debbie Shellard, Spring Play Director, said. The...

Students Celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year

Students Celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
March 22, 2024

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, begins with a sense of excitement and joy that fills every celebrating household. As the sun rises on the momentous day, there's an unmistakable feeling of love and warmth...

Meraki, Chinese Club light up Lunar New Year

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
February 20, 2024

Stepping inside a kaleidoscope of red, a world of celebration and community intertwines. A cascade of red paper lanterns dangles delicately from the ceiling, dancing in the air as students come and go....

Print shop keeps South running behind the scenes

Zoha Suteria and Emma Winer
December 22, 2023

Concealed within the lively halls of South lies a hidden gem of craftsmanship. South’s Print Shop serves as a valuable resource for teachers to enhance their educational materials; it enables them to...

Photo courtesy of Johnny Raicu

Johnny Raicu awarded for research

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
December 22, 2023

As the Super Computing (SC ‘23) conference buzzed with anticipation, senior Johnny Raicu stepped on stage, radiating a contagious energy of excitement. The room fell silent, all eyes fixated on Raicu,...

Maya Scahill, Erica Li

What’s the buzz?

Zoha Suteria and Sofia Cole
November 17, 2023

Nestled within the humming halls of South lies a compelling habit that awakens the minds of young students: caffeine. Coursing through their veins, it charges their ambitions and sharpens their focus....

South’s evolution over the years

Asma Ghomrawi and Zoha Suteria
October 13, 2023

The vivid memory of sitting in the late history teacher Steve Eich’s South classroom still fills the mind of David Schoenwetter, Social Studies teacher and 1994 South graduate. Schoenwetter sat amazed...

Navigating the homecoming hustle

Navigating the homecoming hustle

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
October 7, 2023

Homecoming day, an exhilarating experience for many is filled with anticipation and excitement. It’s a night of vibrant colors, joyful laughter, and not-so-graceful dancing. A magical space is formed,...

Parapros: protection with positivity

Bailey Baker and Zoha Suteria
May 19, 2023

South’s security guards, commonly referred to as parapros, have positively impacted many students’ by ensuring everyone is safe, cheering students up, and getting to know students’ interests, sophomore...

Mizdrak hired as Assistant Athletic Trainer

Mizdrak hired as Assistant Athletic Trainer

Molly Tomczyk and Zoha Suteria
March 23, 2023

Timothy Mizdrak was hired as an Assistant Athletic Trainer last month, bringing his experience and passion to South’s sports program, Tom Mietus, Assistant Principal for Athletics, said. Athletic...

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