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Pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong have rejoiced with several successes after almost six months of protest.

Recent Events in Hong Kong

Alison Chan, Magan Chin December 6, 2019

December marks almost six months of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, with tensions still rising. Although the initial primary objective of the protests, withdrawing the extradition bill, has been met,...

NAYTEA recently hosted the 2019 International STEAM Curriculum Developer Competition, in which Yokana and fellow SHS STEAM educator Brian McDonald won first place together.

SHS STEAM Teachers Win International 1st Prize for Curriculum and Teaching

Lilac Lin November 26, 2019

Current educational systems often motivate students to search for the “right answer” instead of asking questions about the world around them. Scarsdale High School’s STEAM program focuses on fostering...

As a precaution, classes located in or around the science wing of the building were blocked off and relocated to the gyms.

Lab Mishap Causes SHS Evacuation

Ariel Weinsaft November 18, 2019

An alarm sounds. Students and faculty stop what they are doing. Scarsdale High School is evacuated.  While this may have seemed like any ordinary fire drill, with students rolling their eyes once they...

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Nationals with a Surprising World Series Win

Leah Breakstone November 10, 2019

Although the Astros were the overall stronger team with a record of 107-55 and strong pitching staff, while the Nationals had a record of 93-69, Anthony Rendon, Juan Soto, and Howie Kendrick somehow led...

To support efforts to combat the Australian wildfires, the SHS student government is selling red wristbands for $2 for an indefinite period.

Wildfire Season Strikes California

Sam Siegel November 9, 2019

The 2018 California wildfires season was a catastrophic period in California with a total of 8,527 fires burning an area of 1,893,913 acres. Being in the midst of fall means only one thing to Californians...

The immediate controversy generated by a tweet by an NBA official in support of the pro-democracy Hong Kong protests has demonstrated the impact that international conflicts now have on American associations.

Pro-Democracy Tweet from NBA General Manager Invokes Outrage in China

Lilac Lin October 21, 2019

Although many social media posts cause backlashes, few can initiate international controversies. On October 4, the Houston Rockets' General Manager Daryl Morey released a tweet that dramatically changed...

Two people died in the shooting on Yom Kippur.

Terrorist Attack in Halle, Germany

Sydney Piccoli October 20, 2019

On the evening of Wednesday, October 9, the same day as Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, a terrorist attack occurred in Halle, Germany.   The shooting claimed the lives of a man...

Many viewers and critics believe that the concept of Joker will be perceived differently by a variety of people.

“Joker” Movie Sparks Concerns of Violence

Jenna Schwartz October 19, 2019

The infamous Joker of DC Comics has appeared in Batman, The Dark Knight, Suicide Squad, and now in his own movie, Joker. Different from the Joker’s other movies, this one is based solely on him and...

South Park episode Band in China was banned by the mainland Chinese government for its content.

South Park “Band in China”

Benjamin Spitalny October 18, 2019

The Chinese government censors media content from its people for both political reasons and to maintain control over its citizens. In the past, they have banned movies such as The Dark Knight and even...

People protesting the celebration of Christopher Columbus, and professing to refer to the holiday as “Indigenous Peoples’ Day”.

New Meaning For Old Holiday: Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Leah Breakstone October 15, 2019

Columbus Day is often thought of as a much needed day off from school, creating the perfect three day weekend for catching up on sleep. When Columbus Day is mentioned, many instantly think of the discovery...

The Innocence Club was started by Scarsdale High School junior Scott Goldban

The Innocence Club

Ariel Weinsaft October 14, 2019

The Innocence Club, founded by Scott Goldban ’21, is an educational club specifically focused on the wrongful convictions of U.S. prisoners and their exoneration process. This year, the club brought...

A screenshot of the ACT official website that we learn to love:)

Changes in the ACT

Audrey Heidbreder October 10, 2019

Starting next September, the ACT will allow high schoolers to retake individual sections. The ACT is a 3 hour test with 5 separate sections: English, math, reading, science, and the optional writing section....

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