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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
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The Catholic Church and the New Pope

Despite being a Quaker high school, George School welcomes students from diverse religious backgrounds, including many who practice Catholicism. Catholicism, one of the most prominent branches of Christianity, has over 1.4 billion followers around the world. The pope, who serves as the visible head of the worldwide Catholic Church, holds power and influence as a global voice and Spiritual Leader. Nowadays, the pope needs to … Continue reading The Catholic Church and the New Pope

Jason Ma '28
US, US & World

The TikTok Ban: Issues Around Data Privacy and Social Media Addiction

On January 18, 2025, the Supreme Court enforced a ban on TikTok, one of the world’s largest social media platforms. This led TikTok to briefly suspend its U.S. services before the ban was set to take effect. Speaking from experience, Prem Dhillon ’28 reflects on this development and says, “I was very shocked and disappointed when I first heard about the ban because I didn’t … Continue reading The TikTok Ban: Issues Around Data Privacy and Social Media Addiction

Jason Ma '28
International, US

NBA Half-Time Recap: Player Edition

After the NBA finals last season, the 2023-2024 NBA season officially ended. Despite no games being played between teams, the trade market was anything but quiet and has caused great upset that is now influencing this season. This article covers players that retired this year, the top three draft selected in 2024 NBA draft, recent updates including various awards, and poll/survey. Written by Jason Ma’28. Continue reading NBA Half-Time Recap: Player Edition

Jason Ma '28
Student Life

Greece Service Trip Reflection

The “Storytelling for Social Justice” program at George School allowed students to explore ancient Greek storytelling and the contemporary refugee crisis while engaging in media production. Over two weeks in Greece, participants volunteered with an NGO supporting refugee children and created narratives illustrating their experiences, fostering empathy and understanding about complex global issues. Continue reading Greece Service Trip Reflection

FionaWu '26, Contributing Writer
George School

Bridging Cultures Through Basketball: A Trip to China

In June, GS basketball team and faculty visited China, engaging in cultural exchanges and basketball matches. Highlights included visits to historical sites like the Great Wall, and interactions with local twins. They enjoyed a friendly game with Chinese teams, fostering camaraderie and mutual respect. The experience enriched their understanding of Chinese culture and sparked enthusiasm among local fans, creating lasting memories. Continue reading Bridging Cultures Through Basketball: A Trip to China

Celine Ge, Managing Editor