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The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
Sophia Su

Sophia Su, News Editor

Sophia Su (she/her) is currently a junior at Brookline High School and has been on the Cypress staff since 2022. In her free time, she likes to read, bake blueberry muffins, and watch horror movies (despite being terrified of them). As of this moment, Sophia has a collection of over 10 different scented candles sitting on her shelf.

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The Asian American Essay Contest celebrated its winners with an essay reading ceremony on May 15 in the Coolidge Corner Theater. The contest highlights Asian American high school students' voices about what it means to be Asian American.

What it means to be Asian-American: BAAFN Essay Contest

Surya Jayashankar and Sophia Su
June 5, 2024
Directly following Day of Dialogue, the Pride Festival featured games, crafts, sweets and a musical performance from alum Kade Thibodeau, known professionally as Velvet Dreaming.

Pride Festival spotights LGBTQ+ education and entertainment

Ravin Bhatia and Sophia Su
April 8, 2024
Junior Amarjot Ranu applies henna on students' hands during SASA and APAC's joint Diwali celebration. SASA has been active in pushing for Diwali to be recognized as a Category II holiday, which would prevent homework from being due or assessments being given then.

SASA initiative shines light on Diwali

Ravin Bhatia and Sophia Su
February 1, 2024
Marc Lofchie has supported the school's sports teams by managing the equipment and uniforms for the players for 28 years.

Marc Lofchie plays a big role in athletic success

Sophia Su, News Editor
January 10, 2024
Clubs and organizations lined the atrium for the Day of Disability Education, the annual day dedicated to highlighting experiences of the disabled community and informing students about the lesser-known facets of their lives. The day took place on Wednesday, Dec. 20 from A- to E-block.

Day of Disability Education highlights disabled community

Surya Jayashankar and Sophia Su
December 23, 2023
The girls varsity basketball team lost 68-34 in their home opener against the Framingham Flyers in the Schluntz Gym on Tuesday, Dec. 12.

Girls varsity basketball loses home opener to the Framingham Flyers

Sophia Su and Surya Jayashankar
December 19, 2023
Junior Vera Lin drafts first AP Language practice essay during Rothstein's prep classes. The class encourages students to hone in on their English skills and prepare for the AP English exams.

Rothstien readies students for APs

Sophia Su, News Editor
October 24, 2023
Heather Buechler, whose art is pictured above, began making art at a young age. She now displays her art in the SoWa Artist Guild.

No two alike: SoWa art galleries showcase unique craft

Sophia Su, Staff Writer
May 31, 2023
Beacon Hill Books & Cafe provides a light, welcoming environment for book lovers and browsing customers.

Step into the unique environment of Beacon Hill Books & Cafe

Sophia Su, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
Global Leadership sets up donation centers around the community to spread awareness of the Turkey tragedy. They plan on donating to both Cradles-to-Crayons and On-the-Rise.

Global Leadership fundraises for Turkey after earthquake

Sophia Su, Staff Writer
April 7, 2023
The girls and boys indoor track and field teams competed in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) Division I Indoor Track & Field Championship on Friday, Feb. 17 at the Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center placing first and fifth, respectively. Due to the success of many of the performances in the meet, many participating athletes have qualified for the All State Championship on Saturday, Feb. 25.

Girls and boys indoor track and field teams dominate in Division I Championship

Kiran Bhatia and Sophia Su
February 26, 2023
The girls varsity hockey team lost 5-0 against the Leominster Blue Devils on Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Walter Brown Arena on Senior Day. Senior and captain Julia Janowski said that she is thankful for the support that her coaches and teammates showed her over the years.

Girls varsity hockey falls to the Leominster Blue Devils on Senior Day

Sophia Su and Surya Jayashankar
February 25, 2023
Climate change disproportionately affects people of color. In an effort to reduce these disparities and promote the greater climate movement, student activists in the Massachusetts Schools Climate Action Network (MSCAN) meet and discuss environmental sustainability.

MSCAN empowers students to tackle administrational issues

Sophia Su, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
The Warriors defeated Braintree 47-24 on Friday, Jan. 20 in the Schluntz Gymnasium, with seniors Geanna Bryant and Margo Mattes leading the team to victory.

Girls varsity basketball beats Braintree 47-24

Surya Jayashankar, Sophia Su, Jamie Leslie, and Nate Parry Luff
January 23, 2023
The varsity squash team lost 4-3 to Beaver Country Day School on Friday, Jan. 6, in a co-ed match. Squash head coach Steve Lantos said the players brought great energy to the game, cheering each other on.

Varsity squash loses close game against Beaver Country Day School

Sophia Su and Kiran Bhatia
January 9, 2023
The alpine ski team starts the winter season with a new a new head coach. Ethan Ghosh said that even with the new coach the team is mainly student run.

Students take initiative on alpine ski team

Sophia Su, Staff Writer
January 9, 2023
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