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The Cypress
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
Laura Cleves

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor

Laura Cleves (she/her) is currently a senior at Brookline High School and has been a member of the Cypress since 2021. In her free time, she likes to read, edit Wikipedia articles, and learn languages. Fun fact: Laura has met Kamala Harris!

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Long a waited album from Metro Boomin "WE DON'T TRUST YOU" came out Mar. 22, 2024 including many collaborations.

“WE DON’T TRUST YOU” loses listeners’ trust in creating a well produced album

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
April 10, 2024
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.

Students confront awareness of class disparities

Laura Cleves and Julienne Montrond
April 6, 2024
Featuring senior Griffin Schroeder (Westley) and sophomore Shanti Appavoo (Buttercup) as the leads, "The Princess Bride" is a adaptation of a 1987 movie of the same name.

“The Princess Bride” is exactly “as you wish”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
April 4, 2024
A vigil for Nex Benedict, an Indigenous and non-binary teenager, was held on Mar. 6 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. on Cypress Field. Benedict died after being attacked in their school bathroom. Through speeches, students expressed their sadness around Benedicts' death and reflected on their community.

Crowds on Cypress Field mourn the loss of Nex Benedict

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
March 7, 2024
“MLK/X” depicts Coretta Scott King and Betty X’s stories beyond their husbands.

Remembering the great women behind “MLK/X”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
March 4, 2024
Junior Rafay Ali and senior Ian Hansen a play the role of two bodybuilder podcast hosts in "Da Boyz," a scene focused on highlighting male mental health.

Theater for Social Change explores topic of mental health in “All in Your Head”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
January 16, 2024
The juniors beat the seniors 23-21 in the annual Powerpuff game on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at Parsons Field.

Juniors win Powerpuff 23-21

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
November 23, 2023
Parent by day student by night! Back to School Night was held on Thursday Oct. 5 and gave parents a chance to immerse themselves into their child's day to day experience. Junior and senior keepers were there to help parents find their classes and navigate the busy hallways.

Back To School Night gives parents a sneak peek into school life

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
October 25, 2023
"Scarlet" rips away Doja Cat's soft, bubblegum persona and showcases the artist's blasé attitude towards criticism.

Doja Cat explores personal image more than musical style in “Scarlet”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
October 3, 2023
A dense yet concise musical experience, "Bug Like An Angel" features Mitski's contemplations of how addiction affects the interpersonal connections that she craves.

Mitski probes and picks at her fatalistic thoughts in “The Land is Inhospitable And So Are We”

Laura Cleves, DEI Managing Editor
October 2, 2023
Students shared their experiences and thoughts during D-block, highlighting issues that they've dealt with and the future they'd like to see.

Day of Racial Reform and Solidarity ’22

Ravin Bhatia, Laura Cleves, Ella Kennedy, Nate Parry Luff, and Seth Wolpowitz
December 12, 2022
In "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," director Ryan Coogler offers forth a lesson on the ills of colonization and conflict, interspersed with touching, surprising and funny moments that make for a truly unforgettable film experience.

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” makes for a stunning and thought-provoking sequel

Laura Cleves, Arts Editor
November 15, 2022
The selection of "Puffs" marks a shift away from the typical Shakespeare production taking place every fall.

Arika Nabutovsky brings whimsy and magic to “Puffs” production

Laura Cleves, Arts Editor
November 2, 2022
Olivia Fox shares an empowering and joyful speech during the "Telling Our Stories" Assembly.

Day of Dialogue speakers captivate, educate and inspire the community

Mila Seifert and Laura Cleves
May 13, 2022
Author Ken Liu visited the high school on Feb. 9 to share his ideas and teach students of Future World Literature more about futurism.

Ken Liu shares insight into futurism

Ella Gertner and Laura Cleves
February 11, 2022
Guide to core curriculum classes (Pt.2)

Guide to core curriculum classes (Pt.2)

Laura Cleves and Kyla Frey
January 27, 2022
Clubs, including the Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA), gathered at the Intersession Day Club Fair, fitting the day's theme of "A Call to Action."

Intersession Day Club Fair gives students opportunities to make change in community

Laura Cleves and Ella Gertner
January 26, 2022
Dirty tables and a mess of chairs lie around the first flow of the STEM wing commons area even after Mr. Meyer announced its closure to students Nov. 12.

Students mistreat Science Wing: Administration takes action

Laura Cleves, Staff Writer
November 24, 2021
Esperanza Barcelo

Esperanza Barcelo

Laura Cleves and Amy Sun
October 9, 2021
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