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Bad air quality from smoke restricts outdoor activities

Bad air quality from smoke restricts outdoor activities

October 23, 2017

A smoky haze sets in over Highway 280. This photo was taken at Vista Point by Crystal Springs Reservoir, over 60 miles from the closest fire. Staff Photo...

Four transfers enjoying new Menlo experience

Four transfers enjoying new Menlo experience

October 15, 2017

Senior Sierra Healy, who returned to Menlo at the beginning of the school year, enjoys the senior retreat. Photo by Alex Perez. By Silas Stewart and Sid...

Thousands at risk of losing DACA status

Thousands at risk of losing DACA status

October 11, 2017

The United States-Mexico border in Playas de Tijuana. Staff photo by David Quezada. By Sam Fortenbaugh  In June of 2012, The Obama administration...

Division of parking in senior, junior lot to be rearranged

Division of parking in senior, junior lot to be rearranged

October 7, 2017

This map shows the division of parking between Students and Faculty. The old senior lot will be expanded into a lot for all upperclassman students while...

Menlo School students discuss, a community read, Wonder by RJ Palacio,  during a special assembly. Photo by Tripp Robbins.

Administration plans to send letter to Menlo community about grades, balance, etc

September 27, 2017

The Menlo administration is set to send a letter to the Menlo community regarding grades, balancing academics with extracurricular activities, and other...

Interview: History teacher Dean explains violence in his hometown of Charlottesville

Interview: History teacher Dean explains violence in his hometown of Charlottesville

September 26, 2017

In light of the recent violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, The Coat of Arms sits down with history teacher Ryan Dean, who grew up in Charlottesville,...

Varsity boys lacrosse coach dismissed due to recruiting violation

Varsity boys lacrosse coach dismissed due to recruiting violation

September 25, 2017

Due to a recruiting violation, a Menlo varsity boys lacrosse coach was dismissed from the school on Monday. Photo courtesy of Conor McCusker. By Kaitlyn...

How students and faculty feel about the new May Term program

How students and faculty feel about the new May Term program

September 25, 2017

Menlo School students hike in Yosemite during Knight School, the program that was recently changed to May Term. Photo by Daniel Chan. By Silas Stewart Menlo...

Menlo implements yearlong grades for entire upper school

Menlo implements yearlong grades for entire upper school

September 18, 2017

After testing the idea with the freshman classes the last two years, Menlo is now implementing yearlong grades for the upper school as of this year. Photo...

New technology center set to open within next three weeks

New technology center set to open within next three weeks

September 15, 2017

The opening of the new technology center has been slightly delayed but is on track to happen within the next three weeks. Staff photo by Eva Herr. By...

New cafeteria widely praised although long lines still a concern

New cafeteria widely praised although long lines still a concern

September 9, 2017

Menlo's new cafeteria has provided many benefits, although the long lines have been frustrating for some students. Staff photo by Sam Fortenbaugh. By...

Senior quad closed indefinitely due to falling of two tree limbs

Senior quad closed indefinitely due to falling of two tree limbs

September 8, 2017

The senior quad has been blocked off after two tree limbs fell on campus Saturday afternoon. Staff photo by Eva Herr By Eva Herr On Saturday afternoon...

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