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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...

Student protests demonstrate political action, showing that the voting age should be again lowered, this time to 16, because 16 and 17 year olds have valuable perspectives that should be represented in government. Creative Commons Photo: Lori Shaull on Flickr.

Research Suggests the Voting Age Should be Lowered to 16

Alex Levitt, Staff Writer
January 28, 2020

On July 1, 1971, the 26th Amendment was ratified, lowering the voting age from 21 to 18. The decision to lower the voting age was largely influenced by...

Producing one hamburger takes the same amount of fossil fuels as driving a small car for 20 miles. Creative Commons Photo: Wuestenigel on Flickr.

Why You Shouldn’t Eat Red Meat

Carly McAdam, Copy Editor
January 26, 2020

Climate change is a colossal issue — so much so, that it seems a single person couldn’t possibly do anything about. You may think that it’s too much...

In this new system, instead of giving letter grades, teachers evaluate students with feedback in different categories such as “proficient,” “excelling” and “needs additional support.” Staff photo: Elisabeth Westermann.

Evaluating the New Grading System in the Middle School: Why Students Should Receive Letter Grades

Penelope Stinson, Staff Writer
January 12, 2020

Editor's note: Starting this school year, Menlo Middle School students will only receive letter grades in their trimester report cards. All other assessments,...

Thanksgiving decorations such as pumpkins and fall leaf wreaths inspire a natural atmosphere as they remind you to recognize the beauty of the outdoors. Creative Commons image: Wokandapix on Needpix.

Why I Love Thanksgiving

Lucy Pike, Staff Writer
November 25, 2019

As Thanksgiving break approaches, I anxiously await my favorite holiday and time of year. Thanksgiving seems to encompass everything I love about fall,...

At the first assembly, student council passed out wristbands with the three Ps written on it. Students are encouraged to wear them to keep these values in mind. Staff Photo: Chase Hurwitz.

The Three P’s: A Helpful Addition or a Waste of Time?

Chase Hurwitz, Assistant Opinions Editor
September 16, 2019

Presence, purpose, perspective, and a free wrist-band. That, in my book, is a quality assembly. Student council has unveiled the Three P’s to try to...

The United State’s Women’s National Team wins the 2015 World Cup. Creative Commons image: Elaine Thompson on Creative Commons.

Why You Should Watch the Women’s World Cup

Stella El-Fishawy, Staff Writer
June 5, 2019

Are you planning on watching the Women’s World Cup this summer? You should be and here’s why. The Women’s World Cup has always been plagued by...

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