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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
Emma Kahn

Emma Kahn, Co-Editor-in-Chief

  • What country do you most want to visit?
    • The second floor of the high school.
  • What is the best Halloween costume you’ve ever had?
    • In third grade, I was a newspaper dispenser. Oh how far (or not) I’ve come.
  • What is one of your phobias?
    • What isn’t?
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After everyone had bowed and left the stage, a single music stand was brought back. Then, Platt, the cello player and the violin player returned for one last song: "Run Away." "Run Away" was written as a tribute to the love his parents have for each other and the love between Platt and his parents.

Ben Platt’s “Sing To Me Instead” tour is full of comedy and beautiful music

Emma Kahn, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 10, 2019

E-block

Emma Kahn, Natalie Jew, and Yuen Ting Chow
April 7, 2019
During the B-block assembly, students and teachers shared their experience of being a part of the LGBTQ+ community

Day of Dialogue 2019

Zoe Tseng, Emma Kahn, Natalie Jew, Yuen Ting Chow, and Elena Su
April 7, 2019
Paul Lauro-Priestly collaborates with students on various tasks in the Copy Center. Lauro-Priestly said he formed a unique bond with the volunteers.

[Photo] Copy Center helps students gain valuable working experience

Jeremiah Levy, Staff Writer
January 11, 2019
Students and faculty advisers of Judiciary hold their biweekly meeting. Judiciary is currently evaluating its authority on disciplinary measures.

[Photo] Judiciary discusses disciplinary powers of deans

Gabe Hernan, Staff Writer
December 21, 2018

C-block

Yiming Fu, Alex Fung, Anoushka Mallik, and Emma Kahn
December 12, 2018
Joseph P. Kennedy III is the congressman for the 4th district of Massachusetts.

Q&A with Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III

Emma Kahn, News Editor
June 11, 2018
Junior Aleksander Sorok has taken photography classes at the high school; one of his photos, captured in the high school's band room is pictured above.

Artists give advice to aspiring underclassmen

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
April 23, 2018
Freshman Charlotte Vincent was the first student speaker at the high school's National School Walkout.

Students walk out, saying #Enough

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
March 15, 2018
Black History Month: Nat King Cole

Black History Month: Nat King Cole

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
February 15, 2018
Woof, woof! Arf, arf! The All Creatures Great and Small club is working to find homes for needy animals, specifically Pit Bulls, a breed that carries a lot of stigma with it.

[Photo] All Creatures Great and Small club looks for homes for needy animals

Amanda Kravitz, Staff Writer
March 3, 2018
A student fills out a study guide for one of their midterms.

Midterm creation process varies across departments

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
January 24, 2018
An installation featuring Pine Manor students and staff protests the takeover of the college's land by eminent domain. EMMA KAHN/SAGAMORE STAFF

Pine Manor fights to keep school grounds

Jordan Watts and Emma Kahn
December 4, 2017
GSA holds vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance

GSA holds vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
December 1, 2017
ESL teacher Katya Babitskaya dressed as Sherlock Holmes

[Photo] Halloween Photo Gallery 2017

Sagamore Staff
November 1, 2017
Baker teacher Laura Richardson teaches first graders using insects as examples.

Baker teacher named finalist for Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science

Emma Kahn, News Writing Editor
October 15, 2017

Restaurant of the Month: Coolidge Corner Pizza Comparison

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
May 24, 2017

Absence of AP English Classes Sparks Debate

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
May 18, 2017
Junior Anthony Saunders stands with his hands raised as he is accosted by senior Sam Pollak, who is playing a cop. Take during the segment of the plays titled "The Police," brutality from officers was one of the many racial themes explored in "The Every 28 Hours Plays." PROVIDED BY MIKI LAZOWSKI

Review: The “Every 28 Hours” Plays

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
March 10, 2017
Peeps on the street: Why do you play a sport at the high school?

Peeps on the street: Why do you play a sport at the high school?

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
March 8, 2017
Hockey teams face challenges of before school practices

Hockey teams face challenges of before school practices

Emma Kahn, Staff writer
February 1, 2017
HALEY BAYNE / SAGAMORE STAFF

A capella groups provide insight on misconceptions

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
The popularity of the musical Hamilton can be attributed to its modern take on an exciting historical time period and the fact that it features appealing music, according to sophomore Zuzzie Savitz. Maya Morris / Sagamore Staff

Hamilton musical prompts new conversations

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
November 16, 2016
EMMA KAHN / SAGAMORE STAFF

Eliana Freeman

Emma Kahn, Staff Writer
October 4, 2016
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