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Editor-In-Chief Sign off - Top Ten Best Courses at FA
Editor-In-Chief Sign off – Top Ten Best Courses at FA
June 11, 2025

Here is a compiled list of my ten favorite classes at FA. Aside from this article being a fun reflection for myself (the main reason for writing it if we are being honest),...

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AI and the Future of Work Labor
AI and the Future of Work Labor
Hannah H., Writer • March 10, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been changing the way we work, taking over jobs that used to be done by people. While AI makes things faster and more efficient, it also raises...

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Top 10 FA Lunch Foods
Top 10 FA Lunch Foods
Hannah H., Writer • February 5, 2025

Friends Academy has some wonderful lunch meals that provide a variety of flavors and nutrients for students. Whether you're in the mood for something light or hearty, FA's...

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Trump's Cabinet Picks
Trump’s Cabinet Picks
Max K., Co-Copy Editor • February 4, 2025

In recent news, President Donald J. Trump has made headlines concerning his proposed cabinet. For those who are unaware, a president’s cabinet refers to their direct advisors....

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Will TikTok Ever Die?
Will TikTok Ever Die?
Angelina P., Web-Editor • February 4, 2025

The date is January 18, 2025. You, like many others, feared the moment the clock would strike 12. Maybe you found yourself lying in bed, pondering the inevitable–or perhaps...

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FA Girl's Bathrooms RANKED
FA Girl’s Bathrooms RANKED
Komal K., Writer • November 7, 2024

Myself and many other Friends Academy girls stop by the bathrooms multiple times a day just to look at ourselves in the mirror, reapply lip gloss, and almost never use the...

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The Downfall of Star Wars and Marvel
The Downfall of Star Wars and Marvel
Christopher M., Writer • November 6, 2024

Watching movies and shows is a great way to pass the time and people never want their favorite movie or television series to end, as then they would have to find a new story...

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Aviation Safety
Aviation Safety
Cecilia Y., Writer • June 11, 2025

Have you seen this year’s recent aviation accidents? Are you afraid to fly? If so, you shouldn’t rush to cancel your vacation just yet!   Even though there have been many major plane crashes occurring over the past...

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What does the Dismantling of the Department of  Education Mean for Students?
What does the Dismantling of the Department of Education Mean for Students?
Eleanor LF., Writer • June 11, 2025

On March 20th, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling the Federal Department of Education after taking previous action to lay off over one thousand employees. Trump claims that the Department...

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Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, giving a tour of the CECOT detention facility in El Salvador. Alex Brandon/Pool/AFP via Getty Images
Why Trump’s Deportation Efforts are so Dangerous
Declan T., Writer • June 11, 2025

Editor’s note: During the writing of this article, the Supreme Court has paused attempts to block the President’s efforts to deport undocumented Venezuelan migrants.   With Trump entering office, the heavy immigration...

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Mr. Brennan
Mr. Brennan
Max Katovitz, Writer • June 11, 2025

After six years of teaching, Mr. Brennan recently announced he would be taking his talents to Washington D.C. I—like many others—am sad to...

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Clash of Classes Review and Rundown: The Sequel
Clash of Classes Review and Rundown: The Sequel
Angelina Posada, Editor-in-Chief • June 11, 2025

"A winner never quits, and a quitter never wins." – Vince Lombardi    There are some who say winning is not everything. To that,...

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Editor-In-Chief Sign off - Top Ten Best Courses at FA
Editor-In-Chief Sign off – Top Ten Best Courses at FA
June 11, 2025

Here is a compiled list of my ten favorite classes at FA. Aside from this article being a fun reflection for myself (the main reason for writing...

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The Future of AI At Friends Academy
The Future of AI At Friends Academy
Ross Y. June 11, 2025

We’ve all been there. Whether it’s a freshman in their first week of high school or a senior cramming the night before semester one grades...

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The Newest Geha Original: Monsters
The Newest Geha Original: Monsters
Jaime Y., Writer • June 11, 2025

On April 4th, I had the pleasure of watching this year’s middle school play, Monsters. Written by our very own Andrew Geha, Monsters is a heartwarming...

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The 2025 Grammys
The 2025 Grammys
Cecilia Y., Writer • March 10, 2025

The 67th Annual Grammys, organized by the Recording Academy, took place on February 2nd, 2025 in Los Angeles. The Grammys are known as one of...

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The 97th Academy Awards
The 97th Academy Awards
Angelina P., Web Editor • March 10, 2025

Awards season is a fruitful time of year, resulting in big wins, major upsets, and unexpected outcomes—precisely what was seen March 2nd, with...

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CHROMAKOPIA by Tyler, The Creator Review
CHROMAKOPIA by Tyler, The Creator Review
Teddy D., Writer • February 4, 2025

  After the release of CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale, many wondered what Tyler’s next move would be. On October 28, 2024,...

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Torpedo Bats: Launching a New Era in the MLB
Torpedo Bats: Launching a New Era in the MLB
Matthew Rubin, Managing Editor • June 11, 2025

In Major League Baseball (MLB), players are always looking for a competitive advantage. This year, controversy has arisen from the Yankees’...

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Alex Ovechkin Makes History!
Alex Ovechkin Makes History!
John T., Writer • June 11, 2025

People who follow hockey know the name Alex Ovechkin. He has played 20 years in the NHL, and he keeps going. Ovechkin, who is now 39 years old,...

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What Happened to the Cowboys?
What Happened to the Cowboys?
John T., Writer • February 4, 2025

Few teams in the NFL have more superstar players than the Dallas Cowboys. Dak Prescott at quarterback, Ceedee Lamb as wide receiver, Micah Parsons...

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Doc Rivers: the HoF Coach with a Terrible Track Record
Doc Rivers: the HoF Coach with a Terrible Track Record
Tommy K., Writer • February 4, 2025

When 63-year-old Doc Rivers inevitably hangs up his coaching suit at the end of his illustrious career he will have a complicated legacy. The...

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The Benefits of Composting: Sustainable Solutions Through Automation
The Benefits of Composting: Sustainable Solutions Through Automation
Edward L., Writer • June 11, 2025

Composting is the natural process of breaking down organic materials like food scraps, leaves, and paper into nutrient-rich soil. Microorganisms,...