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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
Jason Altshuler

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief

  • If you could interview one person, dead or alive, who would it be?
    • Aristotle
  • What is the first thing you would buy if you won the lottery?
    • A new guitar, probably
  • What is your biggest pet peeve?
    • Pasta salad and potato salad. Where are we going to draw the line between what is and isn't a salad?
All content by Jason Altshuler
BØRNS performs for indie music lovers. His distinct performance style attracts loyal crowds at many large venues.

Album Review: Blue Madonna by BØRNS

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2018
Above is the list of all students, not including shooters, who have died in school shootings since the Columbine school shooting in 1999. Nearly 100 students have lost their lives in elementary, middle and high school shootings. The growing list of deaths has inspired legislative action, however many activists say not enough has been done.

After Parkland, community considers next steps

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2018
Social studies teacher Jennifer Barrer-Gall dances ballet during "World of Dance." Barrer-Gall used to be a professional ballerina. CONTRIBUTED BY SANDER SOROK

Review: Moonlighting

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2018
Juniors Ranna Shahbazi and Zach Lowenstein rehearse for Pippin. This year, the musical is utilizing specialized dancers and singers to supplement the production.

Pippin brings performing arts students of all types to center stage

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2018
Dashka Slater signs copies of her book, "The 57 Club." Slater gave a presentation in the Black Box on the experience of writing the book.

Author and journalist Dashka Slater inspires perspective

Jason Altshuler, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2018
This is F protest

Headmaster alerts community to existence of third racially insensitive video, similar graffiti

Susanna Kemp and Jason Altshuler
December 1, 2017
The lounge was used by the SWS community as an additional space for students to interact. It is now being renovated into a classroom.

Overcrowding leads to loss of SWS lounge

Jason Altshuler and Sascha Wolf-Sorokin
May 22, 2017
Sophomore Max Harris co-teaches a circus class at the Brookline Teen Center. Harris said a background in gymnastics is not necessary but assists with advanced stunts. Provided by Max Harris

Circus activities provide students with unique athletic opportunity

Jason Altshuler, Arts Writing Editor
April 11, 2017
Brookline’s Superintendent Andrew Bott spent 14 years working the Boston Public Schools before moving to the Brookline Public Schools in 2014. Louie Goldsmith/Sagamore Staff

Exclusive Q&A with new Superintendent Andrew Bott

Jason Altshuler, Arts Writing Editor
April 11, 2017
Mini sliders with french fries. CLEO FALVEY / SAGAMORE STAFF

Restaurant 108 Top Chef: Juniors Annika Haber and Maya Kassis

Jason Altshuler and Cleo Falvey
March 28, 2017
Beef empanadas with salsa. JASON ALTSHULER / SAGAMORE STAFF.

Restaurant 108 Top Chef: Senior Mikayla Woodberry

Bertina Xue and Jason Altshuler
March 22, 2017
Senior Marquis Miller performs with brother Marquis Miller at Naga Night Club. Miller enjoys rapping as a hobby.

Student rappers find diverse ways to express themselves

Jason Altshuler, Arts Writing Editor
February 1, 2017
Rising through the ranks! Anthony Meyer has been working in Brookline since 2003, and has just been announced to be the new headmaster of the high school. IDO KUSHNER / SAGAMORE ARCHIVES

Meyer’s appointment elicits ecstatic response from community

Jason Altshuler, Sascha Wolf-Sorokin, and Louie Goldsmith
January 10, 2017
America's voters cling to polarized priorities

America’s voters cling to polarized priorities

Jason Altshuler, Breaking New and Arts Writing Editor
December 19, 2016
Review: Julius Caesar

Review: Julius Caesar

Jason Altshuler, Arts/Breaking News Writing Editor
November 2, 2016
PROVIDED BY LYRA JOHNSON/REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS Students worldwide, including junior Lyra Johnson, attend Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan to refine their artistic skills.

Students hone artistic skills over the summer

Jason Altshuler, Arts/Breaking News Writing Editor
October 24, 2016
Members of the Environmental Action Club hand out bracelets for Car Free Day. The event took place on Wednesday, Oct. 5 and was intended to raise awareness for environmental issues and reduce the school's carbon footprint.

Environmental Action Club coordinates Car Free Day

Jason Altshuler, Breaking News/Arts Writing Editor
October 5, 2016
Associate Dean Brian Poon and Dean of Faculty Jenee Ramos present the frameworks of the new Identity Curriculum to faculty at a meeting on Tuesday, August 30.

Meeting about new Identity Curriculum discusses individuality in classroom setting and learning environment

Jason Altshuler, Breaking News Writing Editor
September 3, 2016
The Eiffel Tower at night. PROVIDED BY MICHEE MANDE.

French trip offers opportunities for cultural growth

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
April 1, 2016
IZZY GONZALEZ / SAGAMORE STAFF

Restaurant 108 Top Chef: Alex Ervin

Jason Altshuler and Izzy Gonzalez
March 29, 2016
Senior project idea transforms into art

Senior project idea transforms into art

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
March 16, 2016
Restaurant 108 holds the first round of its annual Top Chef competition. Chef Alex Chin produced a three course meal inspired by Asian cuisine.

Restaurant 108 Top Chef: Alex Chin

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
Spartan logo forges high school identity

Spartan logo forges high school identity

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
January 25, 2016
Graphic by Leon Yang

Boys swim and dive team dominates Milton in final home meet

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
January 20, 2016
Peeps on the Street: How does playing a sport affect your social life at the high school?

Peeps on the Street: How does playing a sport affect your social life at the high school?

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
December 4, 2015
PETRA HUANG FOR THE SAGAMORE

Vigil held for Paris in Boston Common

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
November 15, 2015
The Club Fair, where clubs call out to prospective members by offering candy, baked goods and information about the club's function, took place on Oct. 8. The high school has over 100 registered clubs and activities.

Potential clubs face difficult approval process

Jason Altshuler, Staff Writer
November 7, 2015
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