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These lemon bars are a perfect beginning-of-summer treat. Photo by Julia Berard.

Bdubbs Bakes: lemon bars

By Carolyn Freeman June 6, 2012

After two semesters, 180 days of school, two weeks of AP exams and five days of finals, summer is finally here for most students. These bright and zesty lemon bars are an excellent way to kick off a fun-filled...

Equal pay for women is necessary

By Carolyn Freeman June 6, 2012

After Congress passed the Equal Pay Act in 1963, women supposedly earned equal pay for equal work. But even today, white women receive only 77 cents to the dollar that white men make, African American...

Whitman should introduce a school-wide SSL day

By Carolyn Freeman May 24, 2012

**by Sarah Barr Engel** Last month, over 800 Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School students volunteered for 25 different charities and non-profits. They helped prepare 16,000 meals to send to Africa,...

Prom prep the natural way

By Carolyn Freeman May 23, 2012

As prom comes close, you and your friends frantically drive to every strip mall and shopping complex you know of to find “the dress.” You scroll through thousands of pictures of hair braids and up-do’s,...

Pablos Parler: Mothers Days

Pablo’s Parler: Mother’s Days

By Pablo Ramírez May 23, 2012

In this week's podcast, Pablo talks about mother and the important roles they serve that we often overlook. Answer the question of the week in the video by posting a comment here or on our Facebook and...

Graphic by Billy Lenkin.

Affordable Care Act will dangerously expand federal power

By Carolyn Freeman May 18, 2012

As students wrap up the year with exams and graduation this June, the Supreme Court will release its decision on a case that will have more effect on their lives than they may realize. The upcoming...

Twenty-two states currently have Stand Your Ground laws. The laws, which are pushed by the National Rifle Association, should be repealed because they provide criminals a defense for their crimes. Graphic by Katie Guarino.

States should repeal “Stand Your Ground” laws

By Max Steinhorn May 16, 2012

The uproar surrounding 17-year old Trayvon Martin's death not only ignited racial tensions across America, but also shed light on the increasingly lax gun control laws well-funded interest groups are pushing...

Technicole: Google glasses

By Carolyn Freeman May 15, 2012

It’s easy to see where modern scientists get their inspiration from. Apple’s iPad is similar to the touch-screen PADDs featured in Star Trek, while Bluetooth resembles Starfleet’s earpieces. Star...

Pablos Parler: Festival of the Arts

Pablo’s Parler: Festival of the Arts

By Pablo Ramírez May 12, 2012

In this week's episode, Pablo talks about the Festival of the Arts and what it says about our school and our society. Answer the question of the week in the video by posting a comment here or on our Facebook...

President Barack Obama speaks with Robin Roberts of ABC News Good Morning America May 9. Obama openly declared his support of same-sex marriage during this interview. Photo courtesy abcnews.go.com.

Obama’s support for gay marriage is a step in the right direction

By Carolyn Freeman May 10, 2012

Despite the potential repercussions from those who disagree, President Barack Obama finally declared his support of gay marriage May 9. In his announcement on Good Morning America, he stated his views...

Lizzie and Miranda lounge on Lizzies bed in an episode from the early 200s Disney Channel series. All those Lizzie McGuire-esque tie-dye shirts and chokers are just taking up valuable space in your closet. COnsider moving them to storage to free up some room. Photo courtesy www.fanpop.com.

Messy room? Clean it up with these fun tips

By Carolyn Freeman May 10, 2012

Though a teenage girl’s bedroom may not have a lot of space for junk, it always seems to accumulate anyway. To keep your room as spacious, organized and adorable as possible, follow these simple tips. 1) Divide...

Pablos Parler: the Mariana Trench

Pablo’s Parler: the Mariana Trench

By Pablo Ramírez May 3, 2012

In this episode, Pablo discusses James Cameron's dive to the Mariana Trench and what we can learn from it. Answer the question of the week in the video by posting a comment here or on our Facebook and...

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