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Stress can be reduced by studying effectively for finals. Upper School finals will take place from Jun. 3-5.

Five effective ways to study for finals

by Sanjana Avula, Reporter May 12, 2015

With finals approaching quickly, it is important to manage your time well in order to  feel more relaxed before exams. Here are five different ways to help productivity. Find a suitable location to...

Jennifer Lawrence wears a Dior dress at the 2015 Met Gala. he dress was black from the waist down but had a flowered top, with a cutout between the two sections.

Best looks at the 2015 Met Gala

by Megan Cardosi, Reporter May 6, 2015

Many celebrities hit the red carpet on May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Gala. From Dior to Calvin Klein, almost every designer had a dress to show. A recurring theme for dresses was...

Gluten-free zone

Gluten-free zone

by Maya Kumar, Reporter March 17, 2015

The new Gluten-Free Zone, located in Manzanita, was recently introduced into the mix of lunch options for students. The lunch menu already included many gluten-free items, such as salad, granola and...

3 spring smoothies and shakes

3 spring smoothies and shakes

by Catherine Huang, Reporter March 17, 2015

Now that healthy smoothies and blended drinks and juices are becoming popular, it’s becoming common for people to buy their own blenders and make their own smoothies. That way, it’s easier to know...

In a Nutshell: Earl Grey Macarons

by Priscilla Pan and Jessica Chang March 16, 2015

Ingredients 3 egg whites ¼ cup white sugar 1¾ cups powdered sugar 1 cup almond flour ¼ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp cream of tartar (optional but recommended; helps stabilize egg whites...

If you wish to celebrate Pi day with a Pi-themed pie, look no further. The following recipe attempts to reduce the amount of butter and sugar found in traditional pies.

A healthier Pi pie

by Julia Huang, Reporter March 9, 2015

Pie is a delicious staple dessert that is suitable for numerous occasions. If in need of a healthy yet fulfilling pie perfect for Pi day, look no further. Ingredients: 1 cup of light brown sugar ¼...

The Hunt is an app that enables users to peruse fashion from their iPhones. The primary purpose of The Hunt is to locate clothing seen in pictures online.

Fashion Apps for iPhones

by Melina Nakos, Reporter March 6, 2015

1. Polyvore Although Polyvore did not start as an app for smartphones, its convenience for shopping and putting together potential outfits has spread to more platforms than just a computer. This fashion...

Where can you buy THE DRESS?

Where can you buy THE DRESS?

by Maya Jeyendran and Ayushi Gautam February 28, 2015

The internet is exploding over this very important question: is #TheDress white and gold or blue and black? Caitlin McNeill originally posted a picture of this color-confusing dress on her tumblr account....

Every tub of cookie dough contains 100% natural ingredients with no preservatives for the best taste.

The Cookie Dough Cafe

by Jenna Sadhu, Reporter February 28, 2015

We all have a horrible habit of sneaking a bit of cookie dough when we know it’s unhealthy for us. Even though companies have warnings on their products saying, “do not consume raw cookie dough”...

Stationery to inspire studying

Stationery to inspire studying

by Kavya Ramakrishnan, Winged Post Copy Editor February 5, 2015

It may be the last day before break, but it’s never too early to think about studying. If you’re in need of some studying inspiration for these last few days of school before break, get encouraged...

5 ways to avoid distractions while studying

5 ways to avoid distractions while studying

by Maya Kumar, Reporter February 5, 2015

As the school year progresses, the urge to scroll through Facebook or play games on your phone can waste your time and replace your motivation to study. Here are a few apps to help combat distractions. StayFocusd StayFocusd...

Healthy Valentine's Day candies

Healthy Valentine’s Day candies

by Lauren Russell, Reporter January 31, 2015

Every year as Valentine’s day nears, candy companies begin advertising sweet chocolates and candies to give as gifts. Instead of eating a bunch of sugary snacks, here’s a list of 8 festive alternatives...

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