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Alicia Xin

Alicia Xin, Managing Editor

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Stettnisch protesting in front of the Scarsdale Public Library with her flyer.

[UPDATED] The Library Picket Scandal: Robin Stettnisch Tells Her Story

Alicia Xin and Grace Cheng
April 19, 2022
Scarsdale High School's Maroon introduces the presidential candidates for the 2022-2023 SHS school government election.

Meet Your 2022-2023 Presidential Candidates

Alicia Xin
February 2, 2022
We Should Talk: Non Sibi?

We Should Talk: Non Sibi?

Alicia Xin and Amelia Liu
December 9, 2021
We Should Talk: Overcompensation Culture

We Should Talk: Overcompensation Culture

Amelia Liu and Alicia Xin
November 19, 2021
The squash team members pose for a photo at the Westchester Squash Academy.

Club Spotlight: SHS’ New Squash Team

Grace Cheng and Alicia Xin
November 14, 2021
Privilege is a widely discussed concept in Scarsdale High School, but the question becomes how should we correctly approach our privilege?

Scarsdale’s Approach to Privilege: Atticus Finch and Global Citizenship Day

Romir Srivastava and Alicia Xin
October 28, 2021
SHS academics are highly competitive. Alicia and Amelia discuss how that can affect students' psychology.

We Should Talk: Imposter Syndrome

Alicia Xin, Amelia Liu, and Jake Lubin
October 17, 2021
Maroon reviews Marvel Studios' "Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings," offering our opinions on its premiere.

Movie Review: Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings

Alicia Xin and Amelia Liu
September 16, 2021
Social media has been at the forefront of modern day activism due to its accessibility and wide user base.

Recent Violence Towards Asian Americans Sparks Concern

Katherine Shi and Alicia Xin
March 25, 2021
Discussion of April 19 Schedule Featuring Principal Bonamo: Pandemic Podcast Ep.7

Discussion of April 19 Schedule Featuring Principal Bonamo: Pandemic Podcast Ep.7

Alicia Xin
March 12, 2021
On March 8th 2021, SHS plans to have students, on their respective cohort days, go back to full-day in person classes.

How Does SHS Feel about the Updated March 8th Schedule?

Katherine Shi and Alicia Xin
February 27, 2021
The SHS Student Government Elections are over, and we have the winners!

Newly Elected School Government Officials Plan for a Better School Year

Alicia Xin and Amelia Liu
February 24, 2021
Bronx River Books in the Scarsdale Village is now offering signed copies of The Resisters!

Scarsdale Alumna Gish Jen’s New Novel Warns Against Data Collecting

Alicia Xin
January 22, 2021
Newly elected students are prepared to try their best and reach their goals.

Newly Elected Class Government Officials Have Big Plans for 2020

Alicia Xin and Amelia Liu
December 7, 2020
Scarsdale Schools have been testing out cross cohort streaming since late October.

A Reflection on Cross Cohort Streaming

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi
November 11, 2020
Teachers express their opinions on the merits and demerits of hybrid learning.

To Go or Not to Go (to School): Teachers Edition

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi
September 8, 2020
The stand on the Brite Avenue Tennis Courts designed by Michelle Foligno

Take a Book, Leave a Book: Book Kiosks in Scarsdale

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi
September 3, 2020
Class-action lawsuit filed against the College Board over student disadvantages during AP tests.

Critiques of the College Board: Students Sue Over AP Exams

Alicia Xin and Katherine Shi
June 15, 2020
Anti-stay at home protests are popping up across the US.

Anti-Stay at Home Protests Gain Momentum

Alicia Xin
May 8, 2020
A heartfelt and inspiring message from the SHS Support Staff.

A Check-In with our Mental Health Professionals

Hannah Wang and Alicia Xin
April 28, 2020
Alexandra Simon '23 makes baked goods for local businesses to thank them for staying open.

A Sweet Thanks

Alicia Xin
April 23, 2020
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
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
Scarsdale schools to close for two more weeks to curb the spread of Coronavirus.

Update: Scarsdale Schools to Close for Two More Weeks

Alicia Xin
March 16, 2020
Iranian General Qasem Soleimani and other officers were killed in US airstrikes in early January. The following days saw increasing tensions between the nations and among American and Iranian people about the prospects of further violent conflict.

Escalation of Tensions between Iran and the US

Katherine Shi and Alicia Xin
January 13, 2020
Trump's impeachment in the House advances his trial to the Senate. Regardless of whether or not the Senate votes to remove Trump from office, this is an important time in American history as Congress fights over presidential political boundaries.

Trump’s Impeachment: An Overview

Hannah Wang and Alicia Xin
December 30, 2019
Photo Credit: Maroon Staff

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: A Recipe for Fall

Alicia Xin
November 5, 2019
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