The Standard • 29th April 2022 AP students and teachers share study tips, strategies With Advanced Placement exams commencing next week, AP students and teachers shared their thoughts and tips for review.
The Standard • 8th February 2022 High School transitions to standards-based learning Seven years ago, the school set to transition to a standards-based learning model. Students and faculty share their thoughts on the transition’s progress.
The Standard • 19th January 2022 Sophie Galuga gains insight into British culture, financial responsibility working part-time as barista At Laurents Deli after school, one may see a familiar face working behind the till or making their coffee.
The Standard • 14th December 2021 David Hill advocates for social justice in his communities Social justice is a passion that rises to the surface of Math Teacher and Department Head David Hill’s life. Hill speaks on his journey of advocating for social justice in the school and beyond, as well as his other interests.
The Standard • 16th September 2021 Faculty members reflect upon 9/11 Events that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001 amassed thousands of casualties, caused remarkable destruction, spurred racism and islamophobia, and instilled consternation across the globe. Faculty and staff reflect upon the day of 9/11 through accounts of their opinions, feelings and experiences.
The Standard • 16th September 2021 Rodney Yeoh discovers purpose, passion in religious pursuits Grade 12 Dean and Social Studies Teacher Rodney Yeoh said he did not normally pay attention to the advertisement section of the local newspaper in his hometown of Ipoh, Malaysia. Yet, around Grade 10, his life changed course when he found an advertisement for applications for Mahindra United World College India (UWC).
The Standard • 11th March 2021 Catcalling endures despite social change If someone wants to get catcalled over 100 times in 10 hours while wearing a pair of jeans and a crew neck T-shirt, New York City is the place to go according to this viral video. With almost 50 million views, “10 hours of Walking in NYC as a Woman” follows a woman silently walking all over Manhattan – and receiving a litany of catcalls. Yet, catcalling is not only prevalent in New York City. It occurs in London and affects members of the school community.
The Standard • 8th March 2021 Alpha Toothman immerses herself in her passions From her childhood in Topeka, Kansas, to her last-minute trip across the Atlantic Ocean to join ASL in the fall of 2020, Science Teacher Alpha Toothman has always enjoyed three things: outdoor activities, traveling, and soccer.
The Standard • 11th November 2020 WAP prompts debate on empowerment Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's hit single and music video divided fans, including those in the school community, on whether the lyrics and production were truly empowering women or taking away from their respectability. Published in October/November 2020 print edition, centerspread.
