Online learning adds risks of cheating
That search bar is a click away. And that cell phone is just waiting for a text to come in. It’s just so easy for students to cheat during remote or hybrid learning. With finals coming up in five weeks,…
FDA approves Pfizer, Moderna vaccines for emergency use
On Dec. 11, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved emergency use authorization of the Pfizer vaccine. The same approval was granted for the Moderna vaccine on Dec. 18. Both manufacturers have reported their vaccine trials to have success rates…
EDITORIAL: Flexibility is appreciated, but more consistency in scheduling is necessary
COVID-19 has caused a constant fluctuation in safety requirements since the pandemic hit the U.S. hard in March, and that clearly has made the return to in-person learning an ever-evolving challenge. In these unprecedented times, it is essential we remain…
FRESHMAN FOCUS: Spencer Scott, ’20, majoring in medieval studies at University of Chicago
Spencer Scott, ’20, is a freshman at The University of Chicago. He enjoys the chilly weather along with the street food around the corner. Spencer is majoring in medieval studies. Q: Why did you choose to attend the University of…
MY ANGLE: My experience being a part of Pfizer’s COVID-19 study
Yeah, I’m immune to COVID-19. Okay, I don’t know if that’s true, but I like to think it is. A couple of months ago, I got an invitation to participate in Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine study. I accepted without hesitation, even…
Crazy Quarantine Changes
Throughout quarantine, many people from the Country Day community changed major parts of their lives, including moving across the country and changing hair color. — By Rod Azghadi Originally published in the Nov. 17 edition of the Octagon.
FRESHMAN FOCUS: Jackson Margolis, ’20, loves film studies at UC Berkeley; takes classes online due to COVID-19
Jackson Margolis, ’20, attends the University of California, Berkeley. Margolis is leaning toward majoring in molecular and cellular biology. Q: Why did you choose to attend UC Berkeley? A: Ultimately, I decided to attend UC Berkeley due to its sports…
Students, teachers celebrate Thanksgiving amid pandemic
Thanksgiving, a holiday celebrated the last Thursday of every November, is always met with festivities. Families usually gather together for a a meal that features a variety of traditional foods. The majority of schools close school for the week surrounding…
Annual Run to Feed the Hungry fundraiser goes virtual
Due to COVID-19, the Run to Feed the Hungry annual fundraiser is going virtual to keep serving people in need. Because participants don’t have to show up in person, run times can be submitted from Nov. 22 – Dec. 5….