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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

Savannah Smith

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor

 

Number of years in The Coat of Arms: 2

Favorite aspect of journalism: I love being able to interview people that I wouldn’t have the chance to meet or learn about otherwise.

Interests outside of school: Traveling, piano, spending time with friends, and going to the beach.

Class of 2026

All content by Savannah Smith
Upper School Director John Schafer poses on his family’s boat at age 18. Photo courtesy of Schafer

Teachers as Teens: Would You be Friends with Mr. Schafer?

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor
January 20, 2025

All teachers’ responses were pared and edited for clarity. Danielle Jensen How would you describe your parents growing up? Both my parents really...

Junior Ethan Zhao calls out a play while dribbling up the court.

Boys Basketball 2025 Season Preview

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor
January 11, 2025

The varsity boys basketball team is gearing up for an exciting season with a larger roster, trips to Hawaii and Carmel as well as momentum after being...

Seniors welcome students onto campus during the first day of school. Photo courtesy of Tom Chen on Menlo Flickr

Senior Traditions Foster Camaraderie Among Students

Savannah Smith, Malia Chen, and Caroline Clack
October 18, 2024

Step onto the quad during the early hours of the first day of school, and senior traditions are in full swing. Alongside the seniors decked out in outlandish...

U.S. Representative Kevin Mullin (D-CA) speaks at the Turn Up and Turn Out fair on Sept. 21.

Turn Up and Turn Out: Menlo Hosts Civic Engagement Fair

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor
October 10, 2024

Menlo students and families gathered on the Loop for the “Turn up and Turn Out” event, a civic education event sponsored by venture firm NosTerra on...

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi stands with seniors Sonia Dholakia and Lauren Mrva. Photo courtesy of Mrva

Students Embrace 2024 Election with New Political Opportunities

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor
September 12, 2024

For many Menlo students, this November will be the first time they interact with a presidential campaign — during the last presidential election nearly...

Music@Menlo performers visit Menlo classes. Photo courtesy of Nina Ollikainen

World Class Musicians Perform on Campus Through Music@Menlo

Savannah Smith, Assistant A&L Editor
May 6, 2024

From late August to early June, the Menlo campus is alive with the vibrant presence of students and teachers alike. Contrary to belief, this vibrance doesn’t...

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