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Transparency and a clear plan are needed as the U-High community prepares to adapt to a hybrid learning model.

Transparency and a clear plan are needed before we proceed with hybrid learning

February 16, 2021
With the adaptation of a new end-of-semester schedule, students had to learn new material while being tested on old content.

New end-of-semester schedule concentrates too much work in too little time

February 7, 2021
After the insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, students had to choose between attending optional classes or taking the day off to focus on their mental health.

Optional classes: a step forward in prioritizing student mental health

January 18, 2021
Students are overwhelmed remote learning and teachers must consider cutting curriculum

Teachers should consider cutting curriculum to increase learning

December 7, 2020
After having taken this collective sigh, it is important that Biden supporters — a vast majority at U-High — stay politically active and not let political activism end with the election victory.

Don’t just ‘settle for Biden,’ continue to fight for progress

November 14, 2020
Artwork by Amon Gray

Lab must approach faculty bias with transparent, fair guidelines

October 15, 2020
Lab has had 3 different directors in 6 years. It's time for someone permanent.

Students need role in directorial decision

May 29, 2020
Students and teachers should look for ways they can implement positive aspects of this new normal when they return to school in person.

Students, faculty: Find ways to implement positive aspects of our new normal

May 5, 2020
Lab has real issues; voting can help us solve them

Lab has real issues; voting can help us solve them

April 30, 2020
As the Midway sees it: Taking time during class for a life check-in may be annoying to some, but it's important to our community health overall.

Class check-ins are a vital anchor

April 21, 2020
Identity clubs need our help to thrive

Identity clubs need our help to thrive

March 9, 2020
Photoillustration by Madeline Welch

With Artsfest, students take charge

February 23, 2020
We must fight racism on all fronts

We must fight racism on all fronts

January 21, 2020
Friends combat racism, not harsh punishment

Friends combat racism, not harsh punishment

January 10, 2020
School start times should be delayed to benefit student well-being

School start times should be delayed to benefit student well-being

December 12, 2019
Gradeless classes encourage dialogue

Gradeless classes encourage dialogue

November 10, 2019
Through DEI issues, students step up and lead

Through DEI issues, students step up and lead

June 4, 2019
Student Council: the chance for change is now

Student Council: the chance for change is now

May 15, 2019
Teens: count on your peers

Teens: count on your peers

April 24, 2019
Disciplinary dealings need student voice

Disciplinary dealings need student voice

February 11, 2019
At other private schools, a free student press should be the norm

At other private schools, a free student press should be the norm

January 30, 2019
Administrators: You must walk the talk

Administrators: You must walk the talk

January 25, 2019
Students need to commit to kindness, empathy and compassion.

We need to commit to a healthier environment

December 12, 2018
Switching to semesters will benefit students

Switching to semesters will benefit students

November 15, 2018
Lab must set norms to live up to tolerance ethos

Lab must set norms to live up to tolerance ethos

May 10, 2018
Student Council must prioritize communication

Student Council must prioritize communication

April 19, 2018
Accept gun reform to respect safety

Accept gun reform to respect safety

March 8, 2018
Set example for future social media users

Set example for future social media users

February 8, 2018
Women in STEM lead active change

Women in STEM lead active change

January 18, 2018
Making use of their ‘seat at the table’

Making use of their ‘seat at the table’

December 14, 2017
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