By Lucille Shield
On March 4, a photo of two MIHS students doing the Nazi salute surfaced. The students in the photo are now receiving death threats.
Continue reading “Hate is Never a Response to Hate: Death Threats are Never Acceptable”
By Ellie Gottesman
As a Jewish student, I want to provide some context for the strong reactions many people have had over a recently published photograph of two students engaging in a Nazi salute. More than that, I want to suggest a path forward to educate and heal.
By Grady Short
When it comes to MI’s racial homogeneity, redlining, racism and generational wealth are to blame.
By Nico Galvin
Inclusion is perhaps the buzzword of the year at MIHS. The improvement of inclusion is a key part of the School Improvement Plan, and, though it isn’t officially a part of the motto yet, the school is seriously considering adding “inclusion” to the other three I’s. But is the school doing enough to add the word as a legitimate part of our values?
Continue reading “Inclusion Motto Demands Honest Conversation”
By Natalie Chen
Most MIHS students are not shy about sharing their opinions, whether they are debating school traditions, BRIDGES or politics. However, while many students fearlessly share their opinions and enjoy the support of their classmates, students with more conservative views often feel uncomfortable sharing their views.
Continue reading “Inclusion Must Apply to Conservative Opinions, Too”
By Roni Talby
Mercer Island is a wealthy, privileged and safe community with one of the best public schools in the nation. However, this does not mean that we are clean of problems that plague other communities, especially in the case of drug and alcohol consumption.
By Natalie Chen
Fall is a stressful time for MIHS seniors, with students squeezing their personalities into a few hundred words in hopes that their dream schools will accept them.
Continue reading “Asian Students Struggle to Stand Out in College Application Process”
By Alex Levin
In September, five experienced NFL Network analysts created a series of videos predicting every National Football League team’s record. The group was very skeptical about the Seattle Seahawks’ potential in 2018.
By Lena Hardisty
At this year’s Homecoming dance, two students arrived bearing a 3 feet by 5 feet Japanese imperial flag on an 8 foot pole. The students were dressed in replica Japanese military uniforms and walked around the gym posing for photos with other MIHS students. MIHS staff were present at the dance to monitor students, but the flag-bearing students were allowed to enter and leave without question.
Continue reading “Why Was There a Hate Symbol at Homecoming?”
By the Editorial Board
In stark contrast to last year’s Flag Dudes, this year’s crew has gone above and beyond to promote positive school spirit at games and assemblies. The key to their success? A newfound sense of inclusivity present in their performances and cheers.
