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Biological diversity is not only real, it is an imperative for the survival of any species. Little phenotypical or genotypical idiosyncrasies that may seem minor in the moment can mean the difference between adaptation and extinction during a drastic change in environmental conditions. For humans, variations in melanin, hair texture, height, skeletal shape and other […]
As many students struggle to bubble in all of their answers while taking the infamously time-crunched ACT, some are given between 50 and 100 percent more time to complete the exam. These students are recipients of extra time: a system created with the intent of equalizing the playing field for test-takers with learning disabilities. Unfortunately, […]
By David Kolin Starting out its season with a 2-2 overall record and a league record of 1-0, the girls’ tennis team won its first league match of the season 14-4 against Notre Dame High School. This year, the coaches are emphasizing effective communication between doubles partners, and dependable, reliable strokes, captain Alanna Klein […]
By Ingrid Chang and Jordan Freisleben On a Tuesday morning, Leah* â11 called in sick for the day. However, it wasnât a fever that was plaguing her, but rather the stress of junior year. She proceeded to spend the day catching up on sleep, relaxing and getting ahead on homework. For Leah, mental health […]
By Jamie Kim At the beginning of fifth period, Caroline Chien â09 begins to unpack a cello on the bottom floor of Chalmers. In a small practice room labeled Studio 2 usually reserved for small jazz sectionals, Chien practices for two straight periods. On her stand rests a pile about an inch thick of sheet […]
By Marni Barta Come October, sophomores are still adjusting to the new atmosphere of the Upper School, juniors are stressing out under more rigorous schedules and seniors are missing classes to visit colleges. The deans have begun brainstorming a solution to these problems: a four-day weekend in October. The Faculty Advisory Committee approved the concept […]
By Max Rifkind-Barron In a move to better serve the needs of students who take extended time testing, the administration has formulated a new schedule for midterms that will integrate those students with regular time students, Assistant to the Head of Upper School Michelle Bracken said. In what Bracken described as a âtrial run,â all […]