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Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes

Brian Gamble, Outgoing Managing Editor • January 5, 2023

Almost one and a half years since hybrid learning, COVID is prompting discussion about the pandemic's lasting changes on the School.

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‘Alive and Well in the Community’: COVID-19 Cases Continue

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • September 22, 2022

Although the uptick has kept some students and teachers at home, School Nurse Beth Escobar stresses that "this does not mean it's rampant."

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Op-Ed: The Supply Chain Crisis is Not Over

Nicholas Kozhemiakin, Journalist • June 3, 2022

Electronics prices continue to fluctuate, and the pandemic continues to show adverse effects on the economy.

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School Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • May 2, 2022

Face masks will remain optional, though the CRT urges vigilance. “I think that our community is still very proactive and safe,” School Nurse Beth Escobar said.

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March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation

Gator Editorial Board • March 12, 2022

Two years ago today, students here took their last steps on campus during a “normal” school year. Our world, shaken by COVID-19, has changed us. Now, we can change the world.

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Op-Ed: COVID-19’s Impact on Teenagers is Deeper Than You Think

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • March 12, 2022

From the beginning, I've believed that the pandemic will hit teenagers the hardest. Recent events have confirmed my thoughts.

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Op-Ed: An End to COVID-19’s Consumer Supply Shortages?

Nicholas Kozhemiakin, Journalist • March 3, 2022

For now, we can only wait and watch for the “Not Available” button to become “In Stock.”

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School to Begin Mask-Optional Policy Monday

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • February 25, 2022

“It’s not a ‘rip the mask off,’ but a dial-up, dial down,” Head of School Judith Guild said at a Middle and Upper School meeting earlier this week.

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Poll: 90 Percent of Students Surveyed Support Mask Mandate

Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor • February 18, 2022

Despite announcements of school mask mandates lifting in Massachusetts, the School has not followed suit—and most students polled concur.

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Q&A: “All Things COVID” With School Nurse Beth Escobar

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • January 28, 2022

In the midst of the Omicron variant's surge, Director of Health Services Beth Escobar is dedicated to keeping the community safe.

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With Omicron Surge, ‘All-Hands-On-Deck’ For Teacher Absences

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • January 21, 2022

After testing positive for COVID-19, several teachers are back to Zoom. Uncommon substitute teachers are stepping in to supervise classrooms.

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Quarantined Students Face Make-Up Work

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • January 20, 2022

Without concurrent learning, some students here report worrying that a positive COVID-19 test could affect their academics.

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