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Bright colors, bright moods

Bright colors, bright moods

Maia Weissman, co-opinions editor
April 20, 2026

It all started with a pair of black leggings. I was in a rush to school and grabbed the easiest outfit I could find, haphazardly pairing it with a grey hoodie, and then running out the door. The next...

Finding lessons in leadership

Finding lessons in leadership

Reese Foxman, co-web editor
April 20, 2026

I do a variety of activities, but the ones that always stick out to me are the ones I get to lead. I love being a leader. I truly believe there is no better feeling than helping others, teachingand making...

In Case You Missed It: Issue 6, 2026

In Case You Missed It: Issue 6, 2026

April 17, 2026

Each issue, the Editorial Board votes on some of our new favorite pieces of media to watch, listen to, or read. So in case you missed it, take a look! Project Hail Mary - Watch With Earth on...

Location tracking: helpful or harmful?

Location tracking: helpful or harmful?

Ellory Moran, co-editor-in-chief
April 17, 2026

Everyone has a best friend. But are you really best friends if you’re not sharing your location? Location sharing is one of the bridges that directly connects the digital and physical world. Position-tracking...

Personal pursuit of peace

Personal pursuit of peace

Zoha Suteria, co-features editor
April 17, 2026

In 1989, a lone protester stood in front of a line of tanks in Beijing during the Tiananmen Square protests, becoming a global symbol of resistance, according to CNN. In 2011, Mohamed Bouazizi set himself...

Senior Chloe Beach’s painting, “Reflections” explores the similari-
ties between animals and nature through the window of their eyes.

The painting, a part of her AP Art portfolio, alters between human
and animal eyes but is connected through green and blue irises.
The overall aim is to uncover the emotional connections between
humans and animals’ coexistence in nature, Beach said.

Trust students, stop surveillance

The Editorial Board
April 17, 2026

South’s Mission Statement claims that its goal is to empower “individuals to grow, develop their voice, and contribute meaningfully to society”, according to Board Policy 1:30. But, how are students...

Bright colors, bright mood

Bright colors, bright mood

Maia Weissman, co-opinions editor
April 17, 2026

It all started with a pair of black leggings. I was in a rush to school and grabbed the easiest outfit I could find, haphazardly pairing it with a grey hoodie, and then running out the door. The next...

Illustration by Peneloupe Aparejo-Toque

Negative talk, negative thoughts

Anna Ivanov, co-editor-in-chief
April 17, 2026

By the time the last bell rings at 3:15 p.m. on a school day, I am sure that I have heard and voiced at least 200 complaints. Whether my math test went poorly, my friend did not get enough sleep, or my...

Press play, discover someone small

Press play, discover someone small

Kami Shames, asst. editor
April 17, 2026

The dim, half-filled room radiates excitement. The opener walks on stage and performs their set, the audience moving freely in the room, clearly seeing the performer. As the lights go up and the opener...

In Case You Missed It: Issue 5, 2026

In Case You Missed It: Issue 5, 2026

Maia Weissman, Co-Opinions Editor
February 27, 2026

Each issue, the Editorial Board’s votes on some of our new favorite pieces of media to watch, listen to, or read. So in case you missed it, take a look! Sunrise on the Reaping - Read Suzanne...

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