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The Coat of Arms

The Student News Site of Menlo School

The Coat of Arms

The Student News Site of Menlo School

The Coat of Arms

Protesters in Los Altos march on June 5 to show support for the intensifying demand to end systemic racism and police brutality in the United States. June 5 would have been the 27th birthday of Breonna Taylor, an innocent black woman shot and killed by police in her home. Staff photo: Emily Han.

Be Radical — But Not Hateful

Emily Han, Online Editor
June 19, 2020

George Floyd. Breonna Taylor. Ahmaud Arbery. Say their names, and say the names of the untold other black victims of police violence. Remember them...

Maintaining optimism during shelter-in-place is becoming increasingly difficult, but with a change in ones language and mindset, one can find the positive in daily routines. Staff photo: Laynie Sheehan.

Perspective and Gratitude are Important During Hard Times, and It Starts With Changing One Single Word

Laynie Sheehan, Staff Writer
May 19, 2020

Even during difficult and unwanted times – such as the COVID-19 pandemic – one can maintain happiness and satisfaction by considering the opposing...

The NBA was going strong before the virus surfaced but then ended abruptly. Will NBA commissioner Adam Silver and company find a way to resume play for this years NBA playoffs? Creative Commons image: Michael Tipton on Flickr.

U.S. Sports Should Resume Quickly, But Safely

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
May 17, 2020

It is, quite frankly, frustrating that major events cannot take place as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. For something, anything, to return is needed...

Health care workers put the finishing touches on their uniforms to stay protected at all costs. As you can see, they are covered from head to toe. Creative Commons photo: Cody R. Miller on Health.mil.

Governors and the President Must Limit Second and Third Waves

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
May 3, 2020

Because the coronavirus is a once-in-a-lifetime type of pandemic, there is very little margin for error. Some mistakes that could occur due to governors'...

Protesters gather in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, demanding that the state’s economy reopens. Creative Commons photo: Paul Weaver on Flickr.

Why the Government Should Not Rush to Lift COVID-19 Restrictions

Ashley Grady, Staff Writer
April 26, 2020

Although America is leading in COVID-19 cases while supplies and tests are in short supply and hospitals and health care providers are still overwhelmed,...

While stadiums would normally be full during this time, sporting events have been put on pause. Creative Commons photo: Michael Coghlan on Flickr.

Unpacking the Latest Updates on the Eventual Resumption of Sporting Events

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
April 23, 2020

Theoretically, sports games are one of the first “no-no” when it comes to respecting the CDC’s social distancing guidelines, due to large group gatherings...

Local publications are providing essential information with reporting on changing local policies, local coronavirus metrics, testing locations, the situation at hospitals, and how our institutions and community-members are being affected and responding to the crisis. Creative Commons photo: Akozka on Pixabay.

To Do During Shelter-in-Place: Subscribe to Your Local Newspaper

Elisabeth Westermann, Opinions Editor
April 20, 2020

“Among the important steps you should take during this crisis: Wash your hands. Don’t touch your face. And buy a subscription to your local newspaper,”...

A big cat pokes its face out to see the outside a cage. Staff Writer Jake Lieberman believes big cats, like this one pictured, shouldnt be kept captive, and deserve to be roaming free in their natural habitat. Creative Commons Image: Wikipedia Commons.

Tiger King is a Must-Watch During Quarantine

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
April 13, 2020

One request for everyone during quarantine is to please watch the documentary, “Tiger King.” This is an insanely out-of-the-ordinary show that throws...

Due to the coronavirus, the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo was postponed for one year. Creative Commons image: Viktor Hertz on Flickr.

Coronavirus Affecting Professional Sports Seasons: How to Look at The Bigger Picture

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
April 1, 2020

After all the major sports leagues suspended or cancelled their respective seasons, the question looming over many people's heads is: What are we going...

Our worlds are changing rapidly every day, and fear is inherent to these distressing times. But it’s important that we also remember how lucky we are to have lives that are only disrupted, and not devastated, by the pandemic. Creative Commons photo: Gerd Altmann on Pixabay.

Everyone Else Is Hurting, Too: Maintaining Perspective Now is More Important Than Ever Before

Emily Han, Video Editor
March 31, 2020

I’ve spent much of this past month lamenting all the things in my life that have been cancelled because of the coronavirus: Menlo Abroad. Summer plans....

As we know, March Madness has been canceled this year. Devastating loss to all the seniors, coaches and teams dancing for the first time in years. Fans are already counting down the days until college basketball resumes! Creative Commons image: Todd Wickersty on Flickr.

Truly March Madness: Coronavirus Cancels Annual NCAA Tournament

Jake Lieberman, Staff Writer
March 19, 2020

68 teams in the field with four teams for each 1-16 seed make up the hands-down best tournament of all sports.  This year could have easily been one...

Rather than wearing pajamas to online glasses, I will pick out clothes that I normally wear to school. Staff photo: Sylvie Venuto.

Why I’m Going to Get Dressed Tomorrow—And Strongly Urge You to Do the Same

Sylvie Venuto, Assistant News Editor
March 15, 2020

There is nothing I would like more than to wake up five minutes before my advocacy FaceTime, roll out of bed and open my computer tomorrow morning—but...

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