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,…
FRESHMAN FOCUS: Aaron Graves, ’20, majoring in political science at Gonzaga University
College freshman Aaron Graves, ’20, is pursuing a political science major at Gonzaga University in Washington State. Q: How have you been doing at Gonzaga University? A: Well, it’s been definitely a step up from high school to here, but…
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…
Alumni panel to be held on Dec. 18
The annual alumni panel will be taking place this Friday on Dec.18. Normally, the alumni from the class of ‘20 would eat lunch with the seniors and answer questions in the multi-purpose room (during the elective period). However, due to…
School expansion allowed against neighbors’ appeal
Country Day has won its zoning fight to expand enrollment and modify the campus footprint, but still needs to renegotiate the 1996 Sierra Oaks Homeowners Agreement. On Nov. 12, the City of Sacramento ruled in favor of the school, overturning…
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.