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While nearly 15 percent of students identify as low-income, several students say that there are too few discussions of class, creating an environment that is not well-equipped to discuss class disparities.

[Photo] Students confront awareness of class disparities

Laura Cleves and Julienne Montrond
April 6, 2024
The process of gaining approval for the Fellows Program involved approval from curriculum coordinators, school administration and members of Town Hall.

[Photo] METCO Fellows Program eases high school transition

Olivia Zanini, Opinions editor
March 26, 2024
“MLK/X” depicts Coretta Scott King and Betty X’s stories beyond their husbands.

[Photo] Remembering the great women behind “MLK/X”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
March 4, 2024
One Love, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green is a vibrant biopic that attempts to appreciate world-famous Reggae singer Bob Marley. However, the film lacked a proper structure and ultimately missed the mark.

[Photo] “One Love” is one step away from greatness

Lia Fox, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024
Johnny Jenkins offers free haircuts to Teen Center members and high school students through “Cuttz by J,” where he forms meaningful connections with high school students. The program hopes to create a listening space for the students based on shared life experiences.

[Photo] Barbering Bonds: “Cuttz by J” Mentors Students

Marco Neer, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
From her experience seeing her own culture reflected at the school, American History teacher Sydney Hou strives to represent Indigenous history in her classroom.

[Photo] The importance of Indigenous representation in history classes

Sydney Hou, Contributing Writer
January 10, 2024
Timothée Chalamet stars as Willy Wonka in the prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, bringing back the whimsical Wonka that Gene Wilder introduced to audiences everywhere in 1971.

[Photo] “Wonka” is full of sweetness but lacks substance

Lia Fox, Editor-in-Chief
December 21, 2023
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[Photo] Addy’s Advice: Indigenous Heritage Month

Addy Anyaosah, Opinions Managing Editor
December 14, 2023
In a 6-3 Supreme Court ruling, affirmative action was deemed unconstitutional. The effect of this ruling will be visible this coming college cycle.

[Photo] Affirmative action decision shows lack of foresight

Carinn Bueno, Contributing Writer
October 18, 2023
In Michelle Obamas third book The Light We Carry, she explores strategies to find hope in harsh times.

[Photo] “The Light We Carry” illuminates Michelle Obama’s hopeful outlook on life

Ravin Bhatia, Staff Writer
February 28, 2023
Taylor Swifts 10th studio album, Midnights, was released on Oct. 21, 2022, combining a wide variety of emotions in each song.

[Photo] Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” is a sparkling success

Lia Fox, Arts Editor
October 26, 2022
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[Photo] Amanda Hirst takes over as new director of the Public Library of Brookline

Ella Gertner, Arts Editor
October 26, 2022
National Honors Society is a program that gives recognition to high school students for their excellence, personal character and active role in community service.

[Photo] National Honors Society makes its return

Hannah Oh, News Editor
October 21, 2022
The high school allows students to be on the team that most identifies with their gender, but when an athlete switches teams they must adjust their training.

[Photo] Transgender athletes reflect on their experiences with track teams

Molly Louison, Staff Writer
June 12, 2022
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[Photo] Ramadan connects Muslim students around the school

Hannah Oh, Staff Writer
April 12, 2022
The boys varsity volleyball team is preparing for their spring season, which is scheduled to start in late March 2022. The team had a very successful past season and hopes to build off of their work from last year.

[Photo] Boys volleyball prepares for season with optimism

Lia Fox, Staff Writer
April 5, 2022
Despite efforts having been made to reform the class, students still find flaws in the curriculum.

[Photo] Students respond to flawed Lifetime Wellness curriculum

Lia Fox and Ella Gertner
March 13, 2022
Many teachers at the high school were born outside of the United States and view the Brookline school system with an alternate perspective.

[Photo] Teachers from foreign countries bring valuable experiences to the classroom

Hannah Oh, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022
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[Photo] Rebecca Lee Crumpler

Ava Varrell, DEI Editor
February 24, 2022

[Photo] Danzy Senna

Ava Varrell, DEI Editor
February 24, 2022
Getting a little bit of exercise every day can improve your ability to focus, get a good night of sleep and maintain good health

[Photo] Take a break: exercise

Eleanor Bergstein, Arts Editor
January 28, 2022
Since its founding, BRAVE has been able to unify the different efforts of local activist groups.

[Photo] BRAVE bridges the gap between activist groups

Ava Varrell, DEI Editor
January 11, 2022
Roger Grande and Briana Brown have worked together to design a course that helps students fight climate change through both scientific and historical education.

[Photo] New climate science class trains student activists

Lia Fox, Staff Writer
November 13, 2021
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