Anshul Shah ’28 – Page 2

House Olympics builds team spirit, community at GA

9Jun

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House Olympics builds team spirit, community at GA

House Olympics is a competition between the seven Houses at Germantown Academy that features a wide range of athletic, academic and creative events. This annual tradition is one of the most anticipated parts of the school year, bringing students together through friendly competition and fostering strong school spirit throughout the community. This year marked the […]

Mr. Rittenhouse announces retirement after distinguished science education career

7Jun

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Mr. Rittenhouse announces retirement after distinguished science education career

After 41 years of dedicated service to Germantown Academy as a science teacher, coach, mentor and leader, Mr. Phil Rittenhouse has made the decision to retire this June. Science has long been an essential part of the GA Upper School curriculum, where students explore how the natural world functions through real-life examples and scenarios. This […]

Mr. Moll takes on new role as Permanent Dean of Students

6Jun

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Mr. Moll takes on new role as Permanent Dean of Students

Mr. Steve Moll, Interim Dean of Students, is set to take his next step at Germantown Academy, moving to become permanent Dean of Students beginning in September of the 2025-26 school year. After joining GA in the fall of 2013, Mr. Moll began his journey as a part-time math teacher and quickly became involved in […]

7Apr

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GA should implement comprehensive Financial Literacy Programs in Schools

Giving up Starbucks on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays can certainly help a student go to their dream college. A mere caffeine addiction isn’t what holds the student back; it’s the minor financial decisions–whether the $15 goes to lattes or savings accounts–that add up. Knowing how to invest and grow savings is fundamental for students striving […]

Climate Activism Rises in Response to L.A. Wildfires: A Call for Urgent Action

1Apr

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Climate Activism Rises in Response to L.A. Wildfires: A Call for Urgent Action

Although the California fires that raged and engulfed entire swaths of the Los Angeles suburbs are no more, they are still a stark reminder of the urgent climate crisis we are facing. Climate change is a significant cause of this widespread destruction, and it’s high time we all took action. Many people across the United […]

Middle Schooler takes on an Untamed Upper School

3Nov

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Middle Schooler takes on an Untamed Upper School

As a Middle Schooler, I heard countless stories about Upper School – some calming, others stressful. Many of my Middle School friends would say “Grades only matter in high school!” I was particularly intimidated by several rumors about the Honors Physics class, which is known for its arduousness and intense dedication. Several of my freshman […]