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With limited testing options for incoming applicants due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many schools have considered going test optional, or even announcing they will not consider standardized tests in their admissions process.

Test Optional Movement amid Covid-19

Emily-Jane Luo July 22, 2020

A record number of colleges are joining more than 1,100 others that have already dropped standardized test scores for entrance, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing. That is nearly...

DMV in person transactions, such as road test, will resume in phase 3 of reopening.

Getting Back on the Road: The DMV Reopening

Jolie Kantor June 17, 2020

All Sophomores and Juniors at SHS have something in common: their excitement and anticipation to drive. The freedom that comes with this privilege is exhilarating and well-desired. However, during this...

Chat, a restaurant in Scarsdale village, is among many local restaurants who have started serving food outdoors.

Scarsdale Enters Phase 2 of Reopening

Lilac Lin June 16, 2020

On June 8, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that New York City could begin to reopen, while other counties such as Westchester would cautiously enter phase two of the recovery. Since the outbreak of the...

Scenes from a New Normal

Scenes from a New Normal

Jake Lubin, Will Reed, and Jordan Cascade June 5, 2020

Scenes from a New Normal is a documentary that captures the Coronavirus pandemic through the lens of one town: Scarsdale, New York. After over 25 interviews and 38 hours of footage, the final film compiles...

As long as we are accommodating students who need help, the benefits of letter grades outweigh the drawbacks.

SHS Maintains Traditional Grading Policy For Second Semester

Lilac Lin June 4, 2020

On April 3rd, Scarsdale High School made the decision to stick with traditional letter grades for the remainder of the school year. Because coronavirus has upheaved so many aspects of daily life, many...

SHS English teacher, Kimberly Summerfield, who like all SHS teachers, has been forced to adapt to teaching online.

Teachers Take: Teaching during COVID-19

Hayley Harrison June 1, 2020

With the Scarsdale Schools District doing everything they can to help our community during these difficult times, many are wondering the impacts of eLearning on the school curriculum and how teachers are...

Quarantine in Photos

Quarantine in Photos

Maroon Staff May 29, 2020

With more free time than usual, students have been able to enjoy time with their families and pick up new hobbies they did not have time to pursue before the Pandemic. Check out a few activities the...

Maroon on the Mic Ep3: Unprecedented Times Call For Unprecedented Changes To Senior Traditions

Maroon on the Mic Ep3: Unprecedented Times Call For Unprecedented Changes To Senior Traditions

Leah Breakstone and Ariel Weinsaft May 28, 2020

This podcast features an exclusive interview with former Maroon Editors-in-Chief, Alison Chan, and Lucy Brenner '20. Discussion in this podcast ranges from reactions to changes in graduation and prom...

A textbook, computer, and the College Board website - all necessities for this year’s AP exams.

The 2020 AP Pan(dem)ic

Emily Wang and Hyunjin Lee May 25, 2020

Long AP tests are always sources of stress, but this year, with the ongoing pandemic, they have been moved online; surprisingly decreasing the stress levels for many students. The tests used to be three...

As states begin to reopen and jumpstart the economy, there are many severe potential ramifications.

States Make the Decision to Slowly Reopen

Lilac Lin May 18, 2020

Social distancing has undoubtedly created chaos in our daily lives. Coronavirus has not only forced businesses to close, but mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are also on the rise. In...

Scarsdale Fire Department helps children celebrate their birthdays in quarantine!

Scarsdale Fire Department Provides a Birthday to Remember!

Flora Zik May 15, 2020

A birthday is usually a day of celebration that you look forward to the whole year. During this time of social distancing, however, many of us are unable to celebrate our birthdays by having a party or...

The June SAT cancellation affects many juniors that have not taken a standardized test, and it is likely that more colleges will make standardized tests optional.

The College Board Cancels the June SAT

Ryan Seibold May 12, 2020

Around two weeks ago, The College Board announced the cancellation of the June SAT, which was supposed to be administered on June 6, 2020. The March SAT was also canceled earlier this year due to social...

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