Reflecting on Set Standards in English Classes

Dylan Schueler (’23) advocates for a different approach to grading in the English classroom. “…it’s more important to grade students based on where they started on the scale compared to where they ended. Growth mindset isn’t just about opening yourself up to new ideas, but it’s also about growth of the mind over a period of time.”

Introversion and Leadership

Jasmine Chou (’23) explores the particular and often undervalued strengths introverts have as leaders. “…introverts are good listeners and tend to be better at observing everything that goes on around them. Because of this, they will be willing to hear everyone out and then later be able to take all input from what they see and hear and make a decision based more on everyone’s ideas, rather than just their own opinion.”

Are Classics Always the Answer?

Alicia Dyer (’25) discusses the implications of lack of representation in the literature we read. “In school, the general assumption is that you learn about significant things and people. So, if you don’t learn about something in school, it must not be as relevant.”

The Math Behind Writing

Will Pace (’24) invites us to think creatively about structure in writing. “…my “structure” was my thought directly to the page. I could have never written this post with a graphic organizer.”

One take on one take writing

Lucius Webster (’23) meditates on the value of one take writing, “Your writing was meant to be, your writing was meant to exist, and then float away like a wish lantern.”