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GA’s Hybrid Schedule: Is a 30 minute lunch period too short?

5Dec

Zoe Hersh '22No Comments

GA’s Hybrid Schedule: Is a 30 minute lunch period too short?

Many elements of the GA schedule have changed this year due to the pandemic. Most significantly, lunch has shifted from a 40 minute period to a 30 minute period. The shortened lunch period, and elimination of break, have been some of the greatest challenges brought on by the hybrid schedule. While the timing of lunch […]

30Nov

Adah Kaplan '24

Angie Wang '24131 Comments

Alternatives to the Electoral College

Although there are certainly some positive things about the electoral college, we must remember that this is a system that has been reevaluated time and time again, while being altered slightly to further improve our government. As a country, it’s time to look at some possible alternatives for this system, while keeping the values of […]

A Historical Look at the Electoral College

29Nov

Adah Kaplan '24

Angie Wang '24135 Comments

A Historical Look at the Electoral College

Editor’s Note: This is part one of a two part series. The Electoral College was never intended to be a perfect system. The system resulted from a messy compromise between the Founding Fathers — an attempt to create a system that wouldn’t result in outrage. The Electoral College was set up after years and years […]

28Nov

Maya Altimany '22120 Comments

Thanksgiving in a Pandemic

How I am spending my Thanksgiving this year This year has been especially difficult for many, and has affected annual traditions and holidays such as Thanksgiving. GA has graciously gifted us a longer Thanksgiving break, which will provide family members coming from different states and cities time to quarantine. Although my own Thanksgiving traditions will […]

16Nov

Alan Liu '2420 Comments

Zoom Survival Guide

Taking classes over Zoom is very different compared to those in a traditional classroom. Many students get stressed and confused trying to learn the ins and outs of virtual classes. This article is intended to help those students improve their Zoom experience. Dress properly in front of the camera: Although we’re all at home, you […]

10Nov

Adah Kaplan '24No Comments

Fast Fashion

If you’ve ever taken a trip to H&M before the summer begins and bought seven shirts from that sale rack, visited Forever 21 to buy some neon shorts for a themed party, or gotten a cheap pair of flare pants because you figured they would be out of style in a month…congratulations! You’re one of […]

4Nov

Maddie Gamburg '21No Comments

Open Letter to Standardized Testing

Dear Standardized Testing, It’s been about 500 days now since we first met. That’s 1 year 4 months, 500 days, 11,664 hours, 699,840 minutes, and 41,990,000,000 seconds that we’ve known each other. Here’s our story: From the first time I heard that you existed, I knew that you’d suck at what you do. What are […]

2Nov

Priya Anand '21No Comments

Political Issues of Interest

In the weeks leading up to the presidential election, students in Mr. Moyer’s Power and Politics class explored the following questions: How does our government best balance protecting the rights of the individual with protecting the rights of the community in a democracy? What role should the government take on these challenges facing our nation? These […]

15Oct

Sofia Eichsteadt '22

Patrick Tronoski '22No Comments

Why “All Lives Matter” is Problematic

Editor’s Note: This article is part of our ongoing process to amplify the voices of our black community and make sure we report on the important issues in our community. Please let us know your thoughts and feedback. As the “Black Lives Matter” movement spreads across the nation, an increasing degree of backlash has made […]

15Oct

Patrick Tronoski '22No Comments

Presidential Debates

In modern American society, nationally televised presidential debates have become events of great importance. After political parties nominate their candidate, the presidential debates take place late in the election cycle, normally during the months of September and October. The debates consist of a moderator and the two potential candidates, who stand before an audience of […]