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Healy spoke to the school over a Zoom webinar for the Annual State of School Presentation. Staff illustration: Sutton Inouye
State of the School Address Highlights Education Gaps, Mental Health and More
May 20, 2022
A variety of Menlo faculty are departing at the conclusion of the school year. Staff graphic: Sophie Fang
From 48.5 Print: Departing Teachers Share Favorite Memories Continued
May 12, 2022
Menlos dining team team plans lunch options. Photo courtesy of Pete Zivkov.
Dining Team Adapts the Lunch Menu to Student Feedback
May 9, 2022
Arts and Lifestyle
Junior Malia Thompson wears a traditional Tongan dress. Photos courtesy of William Mahe
A Look into William Mahe’s Fashion Design
June 9, 2022
Spread from 48.5 Print covered technology usage at Menlo. Staff illustration: Sophie Fang
From 48.5 Print: “Are You Using Tech or is Tech Using You?” Menlo Faces the Addictive Nature of Technology
May 22, 2022
In a new series, teachers at Menlo tell The Coat of Arms about their pet(s). In this episode, French teacher Corinne Chung talks about her dogs, Dagobert and Gustave, and her cat, Lili. Staff illustration: Sutton Inouye
Teacher's Pet: Corinne Chung (S1 E2)
May 20, 2022
Sports
Chen attempts to block a ball with teammate Sharon Nejad against Saint Francis. Photo courtesy of Pam McKenny.
Committed Corner: Jazlin Chen
June 29, 2022
Jung publicly announced his commitment to Amherst College on Dec. 14, 2021. Graphic courtesy of Carter Jung.
Committed Corner: Carter Jung
May 16, 2022
The NFL Draft changes athletes lives the moment their name is called, but the Draft also greatly impacts fans. High overall picks can make a major impact on any team, and evoke a variety of reactions from supporters. Staff illustration: Sutton Inouye
Students React to Eventful 2022 NFL Draft
May 10, 2022
Opinions
Students who are motivated by college ambition need to step back and review their summer plans before plunging into something they might come to regret. Staff illustration: Sophie Fang
From 48.5 Print: Students Overcommit Their Summers and Overwork Themselves
May 25, 2022
The crushing ruling on Roe v. Wade has began to revoke many abortion protections in conservative states. Staff illustration: Sophie Fang
Californians Need to Care About Roe v. Wade Being Overturned
May 17, 2022
Opinions from 48.5 Print covered free periods, Will Smiths slap, graduation requirements and more. Staff illustration: Michele Hratko
From 48.5 Print: Free Periods, Free Students: Dismantling the Stigma Around Free Periods
May 15, 2022
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As the presence of social media grows, discussions on censorship and the extent to which free speech should be allowed on these digital platforms arise. Staff illustration: Dorinda Xiao.

Discussion: To What Extent Should Social Media Posts Be Censored?

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Influencers use mobile social media apps in order to get engagement from their followers. Staff illustration: Sutton Inouye.

Social Media Influencers Impact Teens

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Vogel plays for the Knights as a sophomore on Varsity during the 2021 season. Photo courtesy of Lucas Vogel.

Menlo Basketball Star Lucas Vogel Headed to Participate in the 2022 Maccabi Games

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Junior Sophia Crouse wears a pair of brown thrifted pants and a thrifted leather jacket. Sophomore Harper Enright wears a thrifted jacket and a pair of red corduroy pants. Photo courtesy of Reena Kagen.

Fashion Trends in 2022

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According to Smith, Yagen is a natural fit on the team because of his work ethic. “He embraced everything right away. It was new to him, and he dove in head-first,” Smith said. “He didnt question anything. I think he realized he didnt have time to. He just had to trust. The first thing we talk about in the program is respect, and that’s how you earn respect.” Photos courtesy of Andrew Yagen.

First-time Football: Senior Andrew Yagen’s Unique Experience Joining the Varsity Football Team as a Senior

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A variety of Menlo faculty are departing at the conclusion of the school year. Staff graphic: Sophie Fang
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