Guns, Schools, and Activism
Isabella Calcagno, Politics Editor
December 16, 2019
On February 14, 2018, seventeen-year-old Joaquin Oliver walked to class with a bouquet of flowers and a plan for a date with his girlfriend to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Later that day, Oliver was shot in the hallway outside his creative writing class. He and 16 others died that day at Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) High School in Parkland, Florida.
‘SNL’ Returns with New Impressions of the 2020 Political Candidates
Isabella Calcagno, Politics Editor
November 8, 2019
"Saturday Night Live" ("SNL") returned to NBC with impressions of the 2020 political candidates, played by host Woody Harrelson, "SNL" cast members, and a few special guests on September 28.
Mark Zuckerburg Discusses Freedom of Speech in Court Case on Facebook Censorship
Lucas Jansen, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Mark Zuckerburg appeared at Georgetown University on Oct. 17, 2019 to defend his policy in a thirty-five-minute talk regarding freedom of speech and the importance of democracy and uncensored expression on Facebook.
Trump Pulls Troops Out of Syria
Zachariah Brosius, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
President Trump announced plans to withdraw troops from northern Syria to the dismay of Republicans and Democrats alike.
The Impeachment Inquiry
Alexander Balfanz, Zachariah Brosius, Isabella Calcagno, and Lucas Jansen
October 17, 2019
Learn everything you need to know about the impeachment process, a history of impeachment in the United States, and reactions to Pelosi's ongoing impeachment inquiry.
The Future of the U.S. in Afghanistan
Zachariah Brosius, Staff Writer
October 1, 2019
The United States scrapped talks with the Taliban, an insurgency fighting for control of Afghanistan, leaving the U.S. without a clear path forward in its war in Afghanistan.
Woodside Weighs in on California’s Ongoing Battle to Regulate Vehicle Emissions
Alexander Balfanz, Copy Editor
September 30, 2019
California is trying to maintain their environmentally-conscious vehicle emissions standards by circumventing the national government and making deals directly with car companies.
JUULs, Suorins, and Novos, Oh My
Chloe Postlewaite, Online Editor
September 27, 2019
With teen usage and vaping-related deaths on the rise, President Trump’s proposed ban on flavored e-cigarette products leaves students and teachers skeptical.
Marching for Mother Nature: Woodside Students Join Biggest Climate Protest in History
Isabella Calcagno, Politics Editor
September 26, 2019
Woodside High School students joined millions of worldwide protesters in the biggest climate strike in history to spread awareness for climate change and fight for action from government leaders on September 20 in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and San Jose.
Democratic Debate Discusses New Gun Policies, Universal Healthcare, and Removal of Student Debt
Lucas Jansen, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
The Democratic debate brought together the top ten Democratic candidates to discuss issues such as climate change, gun control, and student debt. Many Woodside students and staff members watched in anticipation as these possible future presidents explained their views on the issues closest to the school.
Congratulations to the 8 Woodside senior athletes who signed letters of intent for universities today! 🧡🖤
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Taila Lee, Coeditor in Chief
February 11, 2020
Ayiana Randolph, una estudiante de dieciséis años del área de la bahía, comenzó usar TikTok hace un año. Ahora, ella tiene tres millones de gustos en todas sus publicaciones y más de 115.000 seguidores.
Clases de Colocación Avanzada: Los Segregadores no Intencionales
January 31, 2020
Las clases de colocación avanzada tienden a atraer los estudiantes caucásicos, los angloparlantes nativos y los de mayores niveles de ingresos.
Taila Lee, Emma Chiu, Sam Brook, and Chloe Postlewaite
February 2, 2020
More than 150 students at North Star Academy, a third through eighth grade school in Redwood City, walked out of class to raise awareness about climate change and demand climate action on Friday, January 31.
December 22, 2019
Reporter Taila Lee explores the app TikTok's sudden popularity and the evolution of social media.
“Isn’t It Just Soap?”: Gender Stereotypes in Marketing
December 21, 2019
Earplugs, pens, soap, tape, and razors: what do these products have in common? Many are commonly marketed separately towards men and women.