'Rev. J' moves to high school from South Campus to teach Bible courses Joel Johnson, better known as Rev. J, joins Brian Zimmer in the sacred studies department at the Upper School. Both taught...
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China: the rise & power of Xi Jinping
As Xi Jinping's influence grows, China is elevated to a whole new political and economic stage "There have been a lot of changes in China since I grew up there as a kid," said Jing Li, Chinese...
Zimmer shifts to Upper School
Sacred Studies department adds familiar presence to high-school classrooms Brian Zimmer, the new ninth and tenth grade Bible teacher, is in it for the long haul. "I'm planning on being here for a...
Bikes, buses, and more: MA student commutes
During online learning, a student's commute could be as short as pressing a Zoom link but now that we're back in class, it's gotten a lot longer. Of course, the way students commute can vary and...
Winter is Coming and so is COVID
What is the COVID plan for teachers Now that winter has closed in, we have been met with a new wave of COVID-19 cases as well as 5 weeks of school wide quarantine. This is of course not ideal for...
Music and Quarantine
Creating, recording and listening to music over quarantine The silver stars of First Avenue were illuminated only by city lights as the bright bulbs above were turned out for the night. Little did...
Nancy Johnson: departing after decade as principal
"I'm just going to try to do the very best I can do until the last day," said principal Nancy Johnson. After 19 years...
Amy Eikenbary-Barber: Moving to Washington (Extended Version)
"I can't imagine doing a different job, I really love being here," said Amy Eikenbary-Barber, spanish teacher at...
Day 142 Reverend Elliot
Former teacher David Elliot speaks in chapel. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Day 139 JJ’s Legacy
A new sign on the bathroom contains Janet Johnson's initials to commemorate her final year. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Day 116 Social Studies Chapel
The social studies teachers performs short skits during their department's chapel. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Day 115 Ms. Gosselin
Kathleen Gosselin walks around her class, helping her students with the math assignment. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Day 107 Quill Pen
Janet Johnson's english classes spend a special day in the library writing with a quill pen. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Fulfilling New Year’s resolutions
While many New Year's resolution-makers find it difficult to meet their goals, five tips below offer ways to make...
Day 95 President’s Office
As the week begins, standard office work is completed. Photo by Maddie Binning.