Uplifting the Voices of Princeton Day School

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Uplifting the Voices of Princeton Day School

The Spokesman

Uplifting the Voices of Princeton Day School

The Spokesman

Sunbathers have begun entering closed Florida beaches, risking the safety of many. (Photo/Boston Public Library/Unsplash)

Warmer Weather Likely Won’t End the COVID-19 Crisis

Arshaan Sayed, Print News Associate May 12, 2020

As quarantine continues to keep people pent up in their homes, many have begun to long for the outdoors and for interaction with others. Many hope the pandemic will die down in summer, like the seasonal...

Healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis work long and difficult hours, jeopardizing their safety. (Photo/Kendall/Unsplash)

Why Does COVID-19 Disproportionately Affect People of Color?

Hellen Jin, Staff Writer May 12, 2020

What does race have to do with the coronavirus pandemic? Recent studies and research have shown that the coronavirus infection rate is undoubtedly higher among African Americans compared to Caucasians....

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How a Speaker Series Connects Our Community

Allison Liang, Print Sports Editor May 12, 2020

For most people around the world, COVID-19 has been a major disturbance in daily life and an obstacle when it comes to connecting with others. However, at PDS, senior Tommy Bocian is constantly finding...

Though Student Council can no longer meet in person, it has been doing its best to coordinate events virtually. (Photo/George Ma)

What has Council Been Up To?

May 6, 2020

Since the beginning of the quarantine, PDS has adopted an asynchronous learning system which includes some synchronous meetings to better simulate our classes. That being said, keeping up and connecting...

Some clubs gather in the Upper School Library, a hub of activity for high schoolers. (Photo/Princeton Day School Libraries)

Club Updates!

May 5, 2020

What are clubs at PDS up to? During this time in which communication can be difficult, we will be covering anything you need to know about clubs at the Day School. Check out the following stories to learn...

As the coronavirus shows nations that international trade might not be beneficial, faith in globalization dwindles. (Photo/NASA/Unsplash)

The Future of Globalization in a Post-Coronavirus World

Jai Kasera, Contributing Writer May 5, 2020

Globalization—a term used to describe the interconnectedness of the world—has been on the rise, up until this moment. The creation of the internet has allowed people all over the world to communicate...

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PDS Celebrates African American History

April 30, 2020

To this day, wealth in America is unfairly distributed between people of color and white people, unfair housing practices impact millions, and America is by no means a safe-haven for many disadvantaged...

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Is TikTok Secure?

Natasha Ray, Features Editor April 29, 2020

During quarantine, many PDS students find themselves spending endless hours on the social media platform, TikTok. However, recently there have been widespread concerns about its privacy. Rumors have been...

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The Silver Lining to COVID-19

Hannah Choe, Contributing Writer April 28, 2020

In a world where everything seems to be falling apart, the Earth gives us hope. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us into lockdown, shut down restaurants, retail stores, and virtually everything considered...

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Club Voting: Spring or Fall?

Neha Khandkar, Staff Writer April 28, 2020

The administration issued a message that voting for clubs would be moved to the fall. Seniors George Ma and Eyal Yakoby’s recent petition is already stirring up tension throughout the student body and...

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Are Colleges Dropping SAT requirements? What You Should Do!

Alex Darenkov, Staff Writer April 28, 2020

It is no surprise that amid the coronavirus outbreak all of our norms have been reassessed and modified to fit this new lifestyle. Perhaps the most impactful of these changes has been towards education,...

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Zoom Banned in Schools over Security Concerns

Arshaan Sayed, Print News Associate April 21, 2020

 Around the world, COVID-19 has caused schools to shut down and move their learning online, leaving teachers scrambling to find ways to teach their students remotely. Many instructors have been relying...

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