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Re-Create Reading: Behind-the-scenes Q&A with Meredith Cranston

Re-Create Reading: Behind-the-scenes Q&A with Meredith Cranston

by Anisha Padwekar & Brinda Perumal April 16, 2012

TalonWP.com interviewed Upper School Librarian Meredith Cranston on what goes on behind-the-scenes of the summer re-create reading program and some of Cranston's reading advice and favorites. The program...

Keller’s Korner – April 13

by Meena Chetty April 13, 2012

The week back from break proved to be eventful, with major events including the orchestra Spring Concert, a L.I.F.E. assembly, and the Green Teen Summit. “Bill McKibben speaking at the Green Teen...

Seniors take advantage of second semester privilege

Seniors take advantage of second semester privilege

by Kevin Lin & Jackie Jin April 13, 2012

Starting on March 26, 2012, the senior class of 2012 received open campus privileges, allowing them to leave the Upper School during the academic day. The process for receiving open campus privileges...

Keller’s Korner- March 30

by Meena Chetty March 31, 2012

As school slowed down before spring break, events around campus did not. This week featured the Multicultural Carnival, a visit from author Vicki Leon, and an update on the Varsity softball team. “It's...

Historian visits Upper School for Women's History Month

Historian visits Upper School for Women’s History Month

by Apoorva Rangan March 29, 2012

With a cargo of books in tow, author Vicki León visited the Upper School campus as a guest of history teacher Dr. Ruth Meyer on Wednesday and Thursday, part of Women’s History Month. Students were...

Alex Najibi kicks off end-of-year senior speeches at Monday meeting

Alex Najibi kicks off end-of-year senior speeches at Monday meeting

by Rebecca Fang & Juhi Gupta March 27, 2012

Today’s school meeting held the first of the senior speeches to be given before the student body by members of the class of 2012. Senior class vice president Alex Najibi started off the series with...

Keller's Korner- March 23

Keller’s Korner- March 23

by Meena Chetty March 23, 2012

Illustrating the diverse environment of the Upper School community, this week featured an assembly organized by the Gay Straight Alliance (GSA), a group from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT),...

Keller's Korner- March 16

Keller’s Korner- March 16

by Meena Chetty March 17, 2012

This week features visits from various artists including an A Capella group and a poet, as well as an update on the Varsity track and field team. “The highlight [of this week] was the fact that between...

Keller's Korner - March 9

Keller’s Korner – March 9

by Meena Chetty March 10, 2012

This week was busy in all aspects of student life, from performing arts to academic achievements to charity related events. "I have to address the history that was made with the Siemens presentation...

Keller's Korner - March 2

Keller’s Korner – March 2

by Meena Chetty March 2, 2012

Filled with athletic, artistic, and academic events, this week included the annual AP Studio Art exhibition, STEM week, and the Quill and Scroll induction ceremony. “I really have enjoyed the WiSTEM...

Evening Fashion Show closes with annual live auction

Evening Fashion Show closes with annual live auction

by Alyssa Amick, Sarah Bean & Sheridan Tobin February 26, 2012

Going once... going twice... sold! The annual fashion show is not complete without the live auction following the evening show. This year’s packages are very diverse, including unique sports...

Tech group works behind stage at Fashion Show

Tech group works behind stage at Fashion Show

by Kacey Fang & Jessica “Fred” Cheng February 24, 2012

Although models are the most visible participants in the Fashion Show, an unseen group makes the production possible for all: the tech crew. Cordelia Larsen (8), Nicky Semenza (10), and Simon Orr...

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