The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

“Tilly Witch” Influences

Sofia Perlman, Sci-tech & Perspectives Editor April 29, 2022

As a child, having my parents read to me before bed was one of my favorite parts of the day. One book, in particular, I wanted to read over and over again was “Tilly Witch.” I read this book so...

April Game Answers!

Allyson Jay and Oscar Walsh April 29, 2022

Spot the Difference: the colors of the bottom left wall are different (top is green, bottom is blue) near the end of the road, the top picture only has one of the two orange cones on the red...

“Chester’s Back” Elevates Spirits Through Humor

Cleo Kilpatrick, Sports Editor April 29, 2022

When I was little some books that always made me laugh were the Chester books by Mélanie Watt. These books were about a duel between Watt, the author, and a cat named Chester. The argument between...

Penn Tackles Separation, Maturity

Rowan Wallin, Managing Editor April 29, 2022

If you are a true literature connoisseur, which I am, you likely have heard of “The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn. This book tackles real-life contemporary issues regarding separation. When I was...

Jeffers’ Fosters Love of Learning

Evan Vezmar, Opinions Editor April 29, 2022

When I learned to read at a young age, it quickly became the only thing I would do. Countless hours were spent reading picture books in our small family room as I raced through words at lightning speed....

Things I Wish I Knew Before Registering For Courses

Sage Marmet, Editor Emeritus March 10, 2022

 To set the record straight, I am happy with the classes that I’ve taken at the Upper School. I have been challenged, interested, and pushed in each of my classes, growing me into the learner and individual...

Tattoos Allow for Self-Expression, Individuality

Tattoos Allow for Self-Expression, Individuality

Sofia Perlman, Sci-tech & Perspectives Editor March 10, 2022

Often the source of controversy and creativity, tattoos remain popular among young people. Tattoos are utilized as a form of protest, self-expression, or simply for aesthetic purposes. While some believe...

Five Community Members Explain Meaning, Significance Behind Tattoos

Kate Rekas, Staff Writer March 10, 2022

Mira Sutherland ‘23 explains that for her sweet sixteen, she and her mom got matching vines of flowers on their ribs professionally done by a tattoo artist. Sutherland says she got the tattoo because,...

Booster Protects From Sickness Yet Does Not Provide Complete Immunity

Booster Protects From Sickness Yet Does Not Provide Complete Immunity

Evan Vezmar, Opinions Editor February 3, 2022

As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on and new variants become more and more contagious, booster shots of the COVID vaccine are now recommended for people ages 12 and up. The CDC denotes the reason for boosters...

Community Voices Opinions, Creates Discussions

Julia Zhang, Business Manager February 3, 2022

Abortion is an international issue, and with the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortion restrictions throughout the United States continue to challenge peoples’ constitutional rights to abortions....

“To Say What the Law Is” – John Marshall

Kevin Bizily, Columnist February 3, 2022

Abortion is one of the most contentious subjects in American society. For 49 years, abortion policy has been dictated by the Supreme Court, not the people’s legislative representatives. In Roe v. Wade,...

Student Survey Reveals Differing Ideals

Bernadette Whitely, Editor-in-Chief February 3, 2022

In a survey sent to all four grades at the upper school, 216 respondents shared their opinions on abortion rights and the recent news surrounding the topic.

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