Laufey uses complex imagery and warm jazz fusion in their debut album
Icelandic singer and songwriter Laufey sings about the struggles of growing up, the fear of falling behind in life and in love, and learning to let go in her debut album, “Everything I know about Love.” The album was released…
“Wednesday” a great watch any day of the week
Netflix’s TV show “Wednesday” isn’t afraid to bash a bad guy with a hammer, and that’s what I love about it. The show is certainly binge-worthy; however, I felt there were some minor flaws that detracted from the overall experience….
2022 In Review: The Octagon’s year-end highlights
From investigating mental health resources on campus and researching sex trafficking to reviewing fried chicken, The Octagon has worked throughout 2022 to report Sacramento’s stories. As the year draws to a close, travel through some of our highlights of 2022.
ADVICE COLUMN: Friendship and social anxiety
This is an advice column that responds to questions from anonymous Country Day students. To submit, send in a question to the Google form sent out to students on Nov. 30. Responses are not guaranteed, but all submissions are welcome. …
Can an eggnog hater be converted?
I, like many people, have long been repulsed by the pungent bubblegum odor of eggnog, the infamous egg-based holiday drink. Every year, when the frigid winter air blows through, I overlook the sticky concoction, opting instead for a steaming mug…
Class of ’22 adapts to university life at large, public schools
As the class of ’22 transitions into college, some students encounter differences between Country Day’s tight-knit community and large public universities. Three former students from the class of ’22 answered questions about their experience transitioning to bigger communities. Arikta Trivedi…
MY ANGLE: Being an only child really isn’t that bad
The shocked looks on my friends’ faces were comical, their eyes bulging. It looked like I just revealed that I had a secret 11th toe. “You’re an only child?” they asked. “Really? You?” That I am an only child is…
EDITORIAL: We must choose to address politics in sports
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, marked the U.S Men’s National Team’s best World Cup campaign in a decade. The nation was filled with excitement and anticipation — and Country Day was no exception. For the crucial match against Iran,…
FRESHMAN FOCUS: Arijit Trivedi, ‘22, joins the Purdue Space Program
Arijit Trivedi, ‘22, attends Purdue University and is majoring in aerospace engineering. Q: Why did you choose to go to Purdue University? A: Well, it has a really good aerospace program, and that’s what I’ve always wanted to do. Out…
Freshman singer embraces musical passions
Music is more than a hobby to freshman singer and multi-instrumentalist Jessica Kravchenko — it is a way of living. It all started when 5-year-old Kravchenko discovered her “hidden” talent: singing. Growing up, Kravchenko listened to her mother sing all…