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Coronavirus has wreaked havoc on local businesses, causing unemployment among workers.

Coronavirus’ Effect on Local Businesses

Lilac Lin April 7, 2020

COVID-19, better known as the coronavirus, is an infectious respiratory disease that has made the front page of every newspaper in the past few weeks. While it has wreaked havoc on hospitals and patients,...

How the Scarsdale School District is Handling COVID-19: Pandemic Podcast Ep. 3

How the Scarsdale School District is Handling COVID-19: Pandemic Podcast Ep. 3

Leah Breakstone and Ariel Weinsaft April 6, 2020

 In episode 3 of the Pandemic Podcast, we talked to Scarsdale Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas Hagerman and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Edgar McIntosh and discussed the purpose of the wellness...

The Youth Passion Project is an organization created by SHS students in wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic which led to school closure. The organization strives to help students develop new interests and skills in their free time during the Pandemic.

The Youth Passion Project – Fostering the Passions of Younger Learners During the Pandemic

Sydney Piccoli April 5, 2020

The Youth Passion Project is a new organization that allows Scarsdale High School students to teach free online courses to younger students. The mission of the organization is to supplement and extend...

How to Help Out During the Coronavirus Pandemic

How to Help Out During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Jolie Kantor April 3, 2020

During this pandemic, it is important to appreciate what we have and do what we can to help others that are in need of assistance. Here is a list of ways that you can give back to your community from home: ...

It is crucial for all individuals to understand the truths of the Coronavirus, as to not spread misinformation and to be able to make well informed decisions during the pandemic.

COVID-19 Mythbusters

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi April 2, 2020

Social media, news, and daily conversations have been consumed by the details of the widespread COVID-19 epidemic. Misinformation is common, and, as a result, people often make ill-informed decisions....

Due to the pandemic, spring sports are unlikely to happen. If school does re-open, coaches will try to salvage as much of the season they can; however, a normal season is doubtful.

COVID-19’s Impact on Spring Sports

Sam Siegel, News Editor April 1, 2020

The outbreak of coronavirus has not only halted school and given rise to distance learning, but it has also put the spring sports season in jeopardy. Athletes have expressed disappointment that they may...

Coronavirus has consumed the world with fear, panic, and confusion. Along with this chaotic uncertainty comes racism towards Chinese people and Asians alike. The racism often sprouts from sources of misinformation about the origin of the virus.

Coronavirus and Racism in the United States

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi March 31, 2020

Two Asian men were refused service at a Super 8 hotel. An Asian woman was attacked in New York City for being a “diseased b****”. On an LA subway, an angry man launched into an anti-Asian tirade, repeatedly...

Crash Landing on You is a 16 episode series aired on Netflix.

How “Crash Landing on You” Crash Landed on Me

Alexandra Chu March 31, 2020

The meeting of Yoon Se-ri (Son Ye-jin) and Ri Jeong Hyeok (Hyun Bin) in Crash Landing on You was fate, not a coincidence. The 16-episode long series concluded on Netflix mid-February, but viewers are still...

COVID-19 and its Effects on The College Process: Pandemic Podcast Ep. 2

COVID-19 and its Effects on The College Process: Pandemic Podcast Ep. 2

Leah Breakstone and Ariel Weinsaft March 30, 2020

This podcast features an interview conducted by Maroon with SHS Counseling Department Chair Oren Iosepovici regarding coronavirus school closures and their effects on the college admissions process.  A...

We have an app! You can now view all of our articles at the convenience of your smartphone!

A Maroon App – Just What You’ve Been Waiting For!

Leah Breakstone and Ariel Weinsaft March 29, 2020

We have some Appy News - Maroon has officially launched its very-own App!! Now you can stay up to date on news from the convenience of your phone! How can you download this app, you ask? Follow the...

SHS student Cooper Cohen 21 and family organize a Fortnite competition to help local community during COVID-19 quarantine.

Fortnite for Community Service

Sam Siegel March 27, 2020

Social distancing is a practice that is being enforced in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As a result of this social distancing, non-essential businesses are temporarily closed. The government...

Every Saturday, he spends three hours at the Westchester Airport, where he takes lessons with his instructor from nine to twelve.

Jamie Spielman, a Pilot-in-Training!

Emily Wang March 26, 2020

As down-to-earth as he normally is, Jamie Spielman ’23 spends his free time with his head in the clouds. Literally. A freshman at SHS, Spielman has taken up the hobby of flying. Every Saturday morning,...

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