Vihaan Patel ’28 – The Edition GA

Mr. Baber launches educational startup: Spigat

9Jun

Mr. Baber launches educational startup: Spigat

In AP Computer Science classes, the feedback process often goes like this: you self-score your assignment based on a loose rubric, wait for a teacher to grade it, and that’s it. Only two solutions are considered. Mr. Baber’s startup Spigat aims to improve on that. Spigat is a web-based platform built to facilitate peer feedback […]

24Apr

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Civic Leadership Program

From Jan.uary 27 to Jan.uary 30, a group of Germantown Academy students traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in the Civic Leadership program. The GA students joined four hundred other students from across the country in this conference hosted by Close Up Washington D.C. This trip held vital significance to GA as the students who […]

GA should emphasize voluntary mental health programs over compulsory mental health education

8Dec

Anshul Shah '28

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GA should emphasize voluntary mental health programs over compulsory mental health education

Throughout the duration of the Germantown Academy school year, one can expect numerous events regarding mindfulness, yoga and meditation, among others. These activities are meant to maintain our emotional, psychological and social well-being. These structured activities, most notably Venerable Losang Samten’s comprehensive mindfulness session, have consistently attracted large numbers of individuals, all seeking genuine respite […]

Philadelphia continues traditions of holiday festivities

4Dec

Logan Shelton '28

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Philadelphia continues traditions of holiday festivities

Every year, locations in the Philadelphia area like the Wanamaker building, Longwood Gardens and Peddler’s village put up elaborate decorations to celebrate the winter holidays. Each location has its own characteristics, with decorations that represent Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and more. GA students can go and visit these attractions during Winter Break to enjoy the sights […]

Mi Gente celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at GA

17Nov

Jason Ma '28

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Mi Gente celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at GA

Each year, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, people across the world celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The month is dedicated to celebrating the diverse culture of Hispanic people and to recognizing the contributions they have made, and for individuals to take pride in their Latinx identities. “As a Spanish teacher, I prioritize culture all the […]

Tariffs Reshape Global Trade, Impact Local Communities

15Nov

Om Popat '28

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Tariffs Reshape Global Trade, Impact Local Communities

The ongoing tariff wars are reshaping international markets, straining trade around the globe, and impacting consumer costs.. Specifically, recent back-and-forths with China have affected everyone in these countries, including members of the GA community. The Trump administration has imposed tariffs, a tax on imports and exports of goods or services, on many countries, such as […]

Mr. Wynia captures history and adventure through photography

11Jun

Jason Ma '28

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Mr. Wynia captures history and adventure through photography

In July 2019, Germantown Academy photography teacher, Mr. Nicholas Wynia, traveled to South America by boat, following the path of Spanish conquistador Francisco Orellana. Starting from the Napo River in Ecuador, he reached the Atlantic Ocean after five weeks of travel by river, photographing the remnants of Spanish conquest in Latin America. “It was a […]

CompSci curriculum modifications directed toward new demographic

7Jun

Om Popat '28

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CompSci curriculum modifications directed toward new demographic

Mr. Ryan Baber, the Computer Science Department Head, and Ms. Gaby Russomagno, the Director of Innovation, have worked hard developing new curriculum modifications, with the aspiration of inspiring students who have not experienced the world of computer science. “I think we had no problem attracting students who kind of already know programming or already know […]

11Apr

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Jason Ma '28

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Spring Sports Kick off at GA

As the snow thaws, Germantown Academy athletes and coaches alike have been hard at work for the upcoming spring season, preparing as early as the end of winter break. Senior leader Colin Minehan ‘25 acts as a role model to the younger baseball players. He worked on improving the team’s coordination and chemistry during the […]