





High school life moves at a relentless pace, from assignments to extracurriculars to self-improvement routines. Three student writers share why stepping off the strict schedule and embracing unstructured moments is essential for creativity, reflection, and simply feeling alive.

Sharika Anuj, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025
We say we value honesty, but we punish those brave enough to be real. Here’s why vulnerability is treated as a performance, not a reality.

Kyomin Kwon, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025
Blank texts, blank faces, blank emotions. Today’s obsession with staying cool is making us colder. Here’s why nonchalance isn’t just a vibe, it’s a problem.

Claire Gao, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025
Is pineapple on pizza really that deep? Behind the outrage is a bigger issue: how we use "authenticity" to shame, exclude, and gatekeep.

Joy Song, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025
Psychiatric hospitals were meant to heal. Instead, many cause further harm. How we got here--and what needs to change.

From Darwinian evolution to high school halls, appearances are everything. Here is why looking good isn’t just about style, it’s about survival.

Do you actually know what Wyoming looks like? Can you conjure an image in your head? That’s what I thought. I mean, do you even know anyone from Wyoming?

Wyatt Ngai, Staff Writer • October 19, 2025
The number one most watched movie on Netflix, the highest charting soundtrack of 2025 on the Billboard 200—what made the film’s reception so overwhelmingly popular?

Melina Fass, Staff Writer • October 18, 2025
Melina Fass '26 discusses the release of the musical Hamilton in theaters, bringing both old and new fans together to appreciate the production in a new medium.

Aryn Rizal, A&E Editor • October 13, 2025
Rather than settling on traditional flavors and presentation, the San Franciscan restaurant, Merchant Roots, has elevated the dining experience, curating a set menu of unique dishes in a novel experience.

Jada Hines, Staff Writer • October 13, 2025
Ultimately, fall is about comfort, and this guide has everything you need to soak it in. So, embrace the air with a warm latte, a soft playlist, your favorite autumn traditions, and all the cozy moments that make this time of year special.

Amira Mulji, Editor • October 13, 2025
Every showgirl has her spotlight, and sometimes, the light can flicker. The curtain has risen once more as pop’s most captivating storyteller, Taylor Swift, has dropped her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.

Light is defined as “the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible”, but in photography, light goes beyond its dictionary definition,...


How did you get into photography/how long have you been doing this? I have been photographing since freshman year. It all started when my...

Mary Pham '26, Staff Writer • April 28, 2025
Melissa Groo is a renowned wildlife and conservation photographer and writer, as she is a Sony Artisan of Imagery, an associate fellow with the...

As the 16-year-old superstar enters another season, he’s ready to take on whatever challenge comes his way

Nayeon Koh, Staff Writer • October 13, 2025
Jake Spain, the new Head Coach of the Women’s Volleyball Team, brings over 16 years of coaching experience across club and school programs and is poised to embrace the spotlight of a historically top program.

Though most people may not be able to compete at the highest levels of basketball, through Amba Jamba, everyone at Mitty has a chance to shine.

The NFL world was shocked this summer when the Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers.

Nathan Han, Sports Editor • October 10, 2025
Here’s what to expect for each of the top five picks.

Suriya Roy • October 7, 2025


Arts and Comics goes back in time to see renaissances, cultural revolutions, and shifts in time.
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