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New Orleans Service Trip: the Bigs and the Smalls

Image depicting students on the trip and Edna Valdepeñas. Photo Credit: Susan Ross. In today’s fast-paced, consumerist society, people are constantly chasing for more, such as bigger houses, more possessions, and greater success, without always stopping to appreciate what living with less can offer. The idea of living large, which became a central theme guiding this trip, encouraged us to think differently about what it … Continue reading New Orleans Service Trip: the Bigs and the Smalls

Cherry Gao, Contributing Writer
George School, US & World

Censorship versus Celebration: How George School Deals with US Book Bans

Image the librarians Peggy Karaffa and Caroline Sipio in the MDA Library. Photo Credit: Christina Ozhogan ‘28 Throughout the 2024-2025 school year, 6,870 total books were banned from public schools across the United States, according to PEN America, a nonprofit organization advocating for free expression and literature. Many were removed due to themes or topics involving racial injustice, gender identity, or sexual orientation, which some … Continue reading Censorship versus Celebration: How George School Deals with US Book Bans

Athena Mehling '29, Contributing Writer
George School, Student Life

Across Oceans, Under Red Lanterns

A New Year Far From Home For many Chinese families, the Chinese New Year is surrounded by family, red decorations, and the familiar warmth of tradition. At George School, thousands of miles away from home for many international Chinese students, this important holiday assumes a different yet equally meaningful form. Also known as the Spring Festival, Chinese New Year falls on the first day of … Continue reading Across Oceans, Under Red Lanterns

Lucy Li, Deputy Media Editor
George School, Media

GS Students Turn CAD Skills into Christmas Ornaments

Throughout the past two weeks, members of the George School CAD (Computer-Aided Design) team combined creativity and technical skills to design and produce their own Christmas ornaments. The activity allowed team members to explore the full design process, from digital modeling to the actual production, while creating meaningful holiday gifts. Under the guidance of faculty sponsor Chris Odom, students used OnShape (a CAD system) to … Continue reading GS Students Turn CAD Skills into Christmas Ornaments

Lucy Li, Deputy Media Editor