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I pledge allegiance to my patriotism

Jenna Amusin, News Editor
December 18, 2020
Graphic by Alyssa Sanchez

Teachers, tune in and take notes

Kelly Kim, Staff Writer
December 18, 2020
Sexual harassment allegations against Sherman Alexie should outweigh how well the novel works within the curriculum, as students should be able to choose whether to read a text. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

Remove Alexie from curriculum

Haley Sandlow, Executive Opinions Editor
December 18, 2020
Graphic by Theresa Lee

Editorial cartoon: For sedentary student complainers, Zoom isn’t ‘working out’

December 18, 2020
If Sparty packed away his school spirit instead of going to events after school, Spartan pride would die. Students should attend virtual performances and activities to support peers and show school spirit. Graphic by Theresa Lee

Editorial: Show up to save school spirit

December 18, 2020
Students act selfishly when they don't follow COVID-19 safety guidelines at indoor gatherings, jeopardizing not only their health and that of their peers, but also activities and in-person learning. Graphic by Theresa Lee

Editorial: Stay apart to come together

November 20, 2020
Reading books for leisure is becoming a lost art among teens. Students should replace some of the time spent on their phones with time reading. Graphic by Theresa Lee

To all the books I’ve read before

Theresa Lee, Opinions Editor
November 20, 2020
Hateful opinions that attack the experiences, identities and rights of others can not be respected or tolerated. Maintaining friendships with peers who make discriminatory comments encourages their unacceptable behavior. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

I can’t respect your opinion

Morissa Lambert, Sports Editor
November 20, 2020
When political conversations take place, especially online, participants must take care to respect, consider and listen to each others' opinions. Graphic by Alex Garibashvily

Editorial: Prejudice is not political

October 9, 2020
S’mores, forgotten in the oven, turned into a blazing fire due to the chef’s carelessness. It’s important to be safe, even for daily tasks such as driving, riding a bike and wearing a mask. Graphic by Theresa Lee

Give me s’more safety, please

Saruul-Erdene Jagdagdorj, Staff Writer
October 9, 2020
Students are often hesitant to unmute during online classes because of the perceived increase in attention from classmates. Teachers should randomly call on students in order to facilitate participation. Graphic by Mariel Mudrik

Appreciate the E-Learning efforts

Haley Sandlow, Executive Opinions Editor
October 9, 2020

My quarantine routine

Theresa Lee, Staff Writer
June 3, 2020
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