The Monarch

It’s Better to Marry Later

Sean Lee, Staff Writer • April 30, 2022

As cultural norms and perspectives shift, and different parts of life get more expensive, many are making the right call and choosing to marry later in life.

It is Time for the SAT to Go

Alexander Call and Matilda Genevriere • April 30, 2022

With so many colleges going test-optional, it's time to consider getting rid of the SAT.

The Economic Recovery Illusion

Allison Ng, Staff Writer • April 17, 2022

The GDP (Gross Domestic Product) does not accurately show the economic recovery of the entire country, President Biden.

Don’t Judge Too Quickly

Isabelle Garlepp, Staff Writer • April 17, 2022

Are our minds keeping us from opening our minds, listening to others, and potentially changing our beliefs?

Later Starts, Brighter Futures

Emma Pham, Staff Writer • February 23, 2022

Due to the early start times many schools have, grogginess and tiredness are a constant for students. Isn’t it time for a change?

Masks as the New Normal

Sean Lee, Staff Writer • February 19, 2022

Mask-wearing in the United States has been a consistent aspect of life for almost a year. Will this be the "new normal" for the future as well?

The Hypocrisy Pandemic

Allison Ng, Staff Writer • February 18, 2022

Many politicians around the world have set COVID protocols, and yet, they don't follow their own rules. Leaders are supposed to lead by example. Why can't they?

Holiday Consumerism: To Spend or Not to Spend

Monica Scott, Staff Writer • December 5, 2021

The holidays are the time for friends, family, and shopping! shopping! shopping!, but as we consume more products, what effect does that have on us and our Earth?

Pre-COVID Expectations in Post-COVID School

Niamh Dempsey, Staff Writer • December 5, 2021

Distance learning seemed to make school easier, but now that students are back to being in person, adjusting is difficult.

The Social-Media-fication of Spotify

Rahul Raman, Staff Writer • December 5, 2021

Spotify, the music streaming app, gains money from listeners, so they are making themselves more addictive.

Opposing Viewpoints: TV vs. Movies

Sean Lee and Roanna Pham, Staff Writer • October 19, 2021

TV shows versus movies have been a longstanding debate among film-watchers and show connoisseurs. With the rise of shows like Squid Game and movies like Avengers Infinity War, which is better: shows or movies?

Publicity over Passion

Monica Scott, Staff Writer • October 18, 2021

With the rise of internet, celebrity culture, and auto tune, musicians are forced to be more uniform in their sound. This contrasts with artists who defy this norm and show passion in their music.