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Cafeteria plan provides variety
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LUNCH TIME Senior Caroline Schulberg adds avocado chunks and other toppings to her salad from the cafeteria's build-yourown salad bar. Students wear lanyards with their name and photo on them when getting food to show that they have paid for the meal plan.
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With a daily menu featuring hot entree items, a build-yourown salad bar, panini press and soups-of-the-day, a new lunch system requires students to take part in a single-purchase or semester lunch plan replacing the pay-per-item method. “We really wanted to improve the quality of the service for all of our students and were not able to do that with the old retail model which was very transaction-based,” Chief Financial Officer Trisha Peterson said. “Sage was not able to plan the production of food each day and fully focus on the quality of the meals and food.” Meals are now cooked from scratch in small batches in order to reduce waste, according to an email from the Sage marketing
department. The food service company also tries to repurpose any leftover food into future recipes, such as using vegetables from salads in soups and turning left over fresh fruit into fruit salads. “Batch cooking ensures that everyone gets the same fantastic-tasting meal whenever they come into the cafeteria,” Sage district manager Gina Vance said. “As we get further into this new service, we will have a better sense of participation and can adjust our batch cooking even more.” The new meal plan, which 56 percent of students in all four divisions have purchased, can be more cost efficient than previous years as the one-time payment covers multiple helpings of food items on the menu, according to Peterson.
“The problem I ran into last year is that I wanted fruit a lot, but I did not want to spend hundreds of dollars just trying to get fruit everyday,” senior Camilla Sigmund said. “What I like about this year is that I can get my meal and then also get something on the side like fruit without being charged for multiple meals.” Many students, such as Sigmund and freshman Sage Gould, find that having a lunch plan at school reduces stress in the mornings. “As a freshman going into the food program, I was a little scared about the reputation of school cafeterias,” Gould said, “but it feels like you are getting catered or at a restaurant without that stress of packing a lunch every morning.” Other students, such as junior Dena Silver, chose not to buy
the food service because of its price. Silver says she either packs a lunch or goes off campus to Mayflower Market. “It was too much pressure [to purchase the cafeteria service] because it was super expensive, and I do not eat on campus often enough for it to be worth it,” Silver said. “I find that I can go to Mayflower and get a ton of snacks and drinks and something substantial to eat for around the same price.” The meal plan is $1500 per year, or $750 for the first semester and $850 for the second semester. The daily cost comes out to $8.25 according to the Sage Team. A sandwich from Mayflower Market is $6.50 to $9 depending on options. Sides and chips are extra. Each lunch is made from See FOOD, p. 2
Domestic flyers who wish to use their California ID or driver’s license as identification at the airport will be turned away at TSA security checkpoints beginning October 2020 if their card is not updated to the federallyapproved Real ID, identifiable by a golden bear in the corner. The Real ID Act, enacted in 2005, set national security standards for identification cards in response to the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The new standards will limit the forms of identification acceptable for entering federal facilities and nuclear power plants in addition to domestic flights. “The Real ID seems like a good idea because it will make me feel more comfortable when travelling,” senior Emma Hubbard, who travels yearly, said. “Ever since 9/11, people have felt less safe about security in airports.”
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California identification cards not compliant with new federal standards will display “Federal Limits Apply” in place of the grizzly bear. The cards will not be eligible as identification for domestic flights but can be replaced by a passport or other proof of identification, according to the Department of Motor Vehicles. See GOLDEN, p. 2
DANCE ON Juniors Malinalli Cervantes and Ryann Minnis dance in the middle of a large group of students during the Homecoming Dance in the Little Theater on Friday night. The walls of the room were covered in sheets of silver plastic, reflecting the colored, moving lights all around the walls, floor and ceiling.
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reparing for and taking standardized tests can cost an applicant’s family hundreds to thousands of dollars and dozens of hours, only for a student to receive a score that an admissions representative might only look at a few seconds. A rising number of major colleges and universities are making the SAT and ACT optional, allowing students to decide whether they want to submit their scores — or even take the test at all. “I think a lot of institutions continue to talk more about equity and access when it comes to applying to college,” Troy Carlson, Associate Director of Admissions for the University of Chicago, said. “We understand that a lot of students do not feel that they are best represented by their standardized test score. We want to put the control in the applicant’s hands.” The University of Chicago admission team announced its decision to join the more than 700 test optional institutions this admissions season with its UChicago Empower Initiative in June. “There are probably a lot of people who just do not have the luxury of preparing for such a test,” senior Sydney Marquez said, as she was reading an article about test-optional
schools. “Tutors and prep materials are very expensive, and the tests themselves cost a lot of money.” Some students say that if they can afford to hire a tutor and take the test multiple times, they feel like they are expected to submit scores. “That is a total myth which I want to dispel,” College Counseling Director Rebecca Munda said. “Colleges truly do not look down upon a student if they do not submit test scores.” There is no significant difference in cumulative GPA or graduation rates from students who submitted test scores versus those who did not, and students who did not submit test scores were more likely to be minority or first generation college students, according to a study released by the National Association for College Admission Counseling. “I think it is a good move on behalf of the colleges that go test optional,” Marquez said. “Standardized tests are not always an accurate representation of a student’s ability.” Director of Studies Betsy Pfeiffer says standardized tests are an extra data point on a student’s aptitude on a very specific skill, not a holistic measure. Students who are unsure about submitting test scores should look at prospective school test
How to apply for a Real ID The federal government will require driver licenses and IDs to be Real ID compliant if used for domestic flights, federal facilities, or nuclear power plants by Oct. 1, 2020. Make an appointment to visit a DMV office Provide proof of identity (eg. U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport)
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averages to see where how they compare with accepted applicants and talk to their college counselor, according to Munda. “There are several institutions that I am aware of where students can email the admission representative directly, share their test scores with them and ask whether they should or should not submit their scores,” Munda said. “If it is sent via email, that is a counseling moment and they do not use that in the application process.” Munda says some colleges require applicants to submit a graded paper or write an additional essay if they choose to not submit test scores. “If a student wants to submit other materials that they feel highlight their skills, they can submit virtually anything,” Carlson said. “It is just another venue for them to put forward work that they are proud of, or that might showcase their talents and abilities.” Test scores are only a small part of the application, and there are many factors that determine whether a student is admissible, according to Carlson. “Colleges are always looking for ways to admit students,” Munda said. “Admissions representatives are educators who are just trying to help students find a good fit.”
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Test-optional schools create change The number of applicants for newly test-optional schools grew on average 29% for private and 11% for public institutions. 61% of schools studied saw an increase in enrollment of minority students after becoming test-optional. Applicants who don’t submit scores were more likely to be minority students, women, first-generation students, Pell Grant recipients and those with learning differences. Source: National Association for College Admission Counseling
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Golden bear ID approved From NEWS p.1 “I’m probably going to get the real ID because the passport is bulkier,” freshman Madeleine Saint James said. States do not have to comply with the standards, but their IDs will not be accepted at certain federal facilities, according to DHS. Obtaining the card is optional for individuals and is only necessary for those who lack passports or identification, fly domestically and enter federal facilities. “Because there are minimum standards, [Real ID] will prevent states from being too ‘lax’ in what IDs they issue,” Calton Yue, Section Chief for U.S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services Field Operations for DHS, said. “Some states will issue IDs to people and not know their immigration status.” TSA does not require minors, those under 18, to provide identification when travelling with an adult, as long as the adult has adequate identification, according to DMV. In 2013, the DHS announced a phased plan for enforcement of the Real ID Act to increase national security. Currently, 26 states have complied with Real ID standards, and others including California are in an
extension period, which grants them extra time to comply. “It’s important to move towards higher security because, with the way the world is now with all the terrorism that’s going on, you just want to make sure that the homeland is safe and protect citizens,” Yue said. Hubbard says she currently uses her non-compliant driver's license to board flights but plans to get the Real ID in the future. “Security is something that is a work in progress,” Hubbard said. “It’s impossible for any entity to be fully secure, but it’s important to be continually improved upon.”
Food service adds options with semester-long food plan From CAFETERIA, p. 1 local fresh ingredients and goes through a revision process at the Sage headquarters to make sure each course has the right amount of nutrients that students require, according to Sage marketing. Students are served standard sized portions but can come back for multiple helpings. “I like that [the Sage staff] serves the food to you because I think a big thing with nutritional health is portion size,”
Gould said. “I think if they serve us, then they give us the healthy amount we should be eating for lunch. A lot of times people will just put too much food on their plate and end up wasting it.” The wide variety of options including proteins, vegetables, fruits and gluten free dishes allows students to try foods that they would not otherwise, according to Peterson. “The Mediterranean and Greek food is by far my favorite,” Gould said. “The Greek salad, especially the cucumbers
and spinach, tasted super fresh. Another time, the chicken was cooked perfectly — not dry — with really good seasoning.” Many students say they wish the cafeteria offered a snack option between class periods or during free periods, according to Gould. When asked about the lack of non-lunchtime food service, the Sage team said they do not provide snacks. “I really want the cafeteria to add a grab-and-go snack section because I get hungry during the day,” Gould said. “Also, freshmen
are not allowed to leave campus during free periods to get food, so while other grades can sign out and quickly get a snack nearby, we cannot.” Families can continue to opt in to the daily lunch plan throughout the year, as well as purchase $20 breakfast punch cards. “We want to encourage more people to join, so that families who want to opt in at any time can definitely do that,” Peterson said. “I think the quality has been amazing and a big improvement over the last few years.”
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YUM Junior Isabelle Paul serves herself lunch at the Broadway Campus cafeteria. Sage has expanded its cafeteria options on both the Broadway and Pine-Octavia campuses, allowing students to eat where ever it is most convenient.
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marketing degree and have enjoyed it just as much as the work I did in high school.” Fahy, who graduated from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington in 2013, has always been driven and dedicated, according to theology teacher Kathryn McMichael who taught Fahy her sophomore year. “She was in a very tiny class
of students who were very busy and we met at 7:30 in the morning,” Mcmichael said. “We called it ‘Z Period’ for Zero Hour.” McMichael says Fahy’s current job and title aren’t surprising. “I definitely see Emma in a leadership position,” McMichael said. “Being creative, being able to juggle a lot of things at one time — she has those skills. I think that Convent might have drawn them out of her, but I have a feeling they were probably already there.” Fahy often works with different divisions of Uber, including product and operations. “I like a lot of things about Uber—I love that I work on a team,” Fahy said. “The work has a direct impact on people’s lives and [we] work on projects that involve lots of different teams across the company.” Fahy says working in tech has demanded self-confidence. “You have to go into every meeting or write every email with confidence in yourself,
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a reenactment of Philippine’s arrival on the St. Charles riverfront on Sept. 7. Originally planned to take place on the shores of the Missouri River, the reenactment was relocated to Duchesne High School due to predicted rain. “I’ve learned to put myself out there and try [because of Philippine],” Claire, an eighthgrader from the Academy of the Sacred Heart, said. “Philippine was told that she couldn’t come here because she was too old and couldn’t make the journey. I have learned if you put your mind to it, really try your best and ask God for his help, you can definitely do it.” The students’ last stop was the Academy of the Sacred Heart, the original Sacred Heart school Philippine founded in America that is currently a preschool through junior high school. The school’s chapel, the Shrine of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, holds her sarcophagus and an interactive exhibit installed for the bicentennial. “Seeing her sarcophagus made me realize she was a real person,” Webb-Purkis said. “I really liked learning about our school in St. Charles and the impact Philippine had on the area around her.”
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ix students from Convent & Stuart Hall junior high and high school flew to St. Louis earlier this month to explore the sites of St. Philippine Duchesne’s life and celebrate the bicentennial of Sacred Heart Education in North America. “I really enjoyed learning about Philippine and the history of Sacred Heart schools,” junior Cat Webb-Purkis, who went on the trip, said. “Philippine was a really important part of why we’re here today.” The students first visited the Old St. Ferdinand shrine in Florissant, Missouri and toured the school and chapel where Philippine spent 14 years of her life. The school, founded by Philippine, was relocated from St. Charles as the first Sacred Heart school in America. The students explored the dormitory, where girls slept on straw mattresses and rolled them up at 4 a.m. to clear the space for studying. Underneath the stairs on the first floor, the visitors peeked into Philippine’s “bedroom,” a cramped space near the chapel that she chose to inhabit so she could slip into bed after late-night prayers, according to
Sister Margaret Mary Munch, a Religious of the Sacred Heart and docent at St. Ferdinand’s Shrine. “My favorite part of the trip was seeing where [Philippine] slept and all the notes left for her in her bedroom,” Webb-Purkis said. “They were prayers and petitions for Philippine that people hoped would reach her, and are burned every Good Friday.” While walking between St. Ferdinand’s Church and the school, students saw a statue of Philippine with the Potawatomi Native Americans and learned about her time with them in Sugar Creek, Kansas, including the nickname they gave her, “Woman who prays always.” “She was always drawn to Native American people ever since she was a small child,” Sister Sheila Hammond, RSCJ, Provincial of the United States Canada Province, said. “For me that says we need to continue to be open to the other — to people who are different from us, to ideas that are different from us. [Philippine] was a future-oriented person even though she was deeply steeped in tradition.” The Academy of the Sacred Heart and Duchesne High School, a diocesan school, held
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your ideas and your abilities,” Fahy said. “Recently I worked on the launch of the new driver app, which was eight months of work.” While confidence is important to Fahy, she says she has always felt supported by females
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espite her heavy International Baccalaureate workload, Stanford Online High School classes, varsity volleyball practices and college applications, senior Avery Van Natta manages to set aside six hours a week to work on designing and creating her own one-ofa-kind clothing. “I started sewing when I was really young after my grandma taught me, but it was only at the end of sophomore year that I really got into fashion construction,” Van Natta said. “I’ve always loved art, but I’m not really good at painting or drawing. Fashion felt natural to me because I’ve always thought of clothes as art.” Van Natta works on most of her projects in a designated studio area of her house which is filled with sewing machines, fabric rolls and basic materials. “I interned for NICE Collective, and when they relocated they let me buy some equipment for cheap,” Van Natta said. “A lot of the stuff in my studio like my industrial sewing machine and cutting table are from NICE. It’s a really amazing space and I’m lucky to have it.” Most of Van Natta’s pieces are made from by re-purposing clothes from her closet and thrift stores or donations from friends and family. Depending on the piece, Van Natta will spend any-
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where from a couple hours to a few weeks working on a project. Van Natta uses the weekends, after school and her Higher Level IB Visual Arts class periods to design and create. “Avery is constantly making,” Rachel McIntire, Visual Arts Department Chair, said. “Since she works from home, I don’t see her process, but since Freshman Year I’ve seen Avery incorporate two contrasting things — such as traditional sewing and laser cutting — to create beautiful fashion pieces.” Almost all the clothes Van Natta makes are for her own personal enjoyment. From refurbishing an old army parachute into pants to making her prom dress, Van Natta explores self-expression through her selfmade wardrobe. “Avery’s work-ethic inspirational and her imagination with recycling clothes into newer pieces is amazing,” McIntire said. “She is just a really thoughtful person and that shows in all the work she does.” Van Natta says she loves wearing her own clothes because the only expectations she has to live up to are her own and it reminds her to be proud of herself. “Avery’s style is the most unique and distinctive of anyone I know,” senior Abby Anderson said. “The fact she makes her own clothing makes her so individualistic as a person. Her
clothes are her creative outlet that she can outwardly show." In addition to creating new clothes, Van Natta says sewing gives her a space to relax. “Sometimes when I have a lot on my mind, I’ll sit down and sew something because it’s therapeutic,” Van Natta said. “Sewing is the one time where minutes feel like hours and there’s never a good stopping point. I really enjoy creating for myself and letting myself have that space where I can just be really creative without any restrictions, expectations or boundaries.” Van Natta has ideas for bigger projects, but has no plans for her fashion future other than working whenever she can. “I don’t have any plans to study art in college,” Van Natta said. “I really don’t know what I want to study, so I want to give myself the opportunity to figure it out later. No matter what I do, I’m going to make an effort to keep sewing and creating because it makes me really happy.” Van Natta recommends anyone interested in fashion should learn to use a sewing machine because it is not only the foundation for the fashion industry, but a great way to spark creativity. “Learning to use a sewing machine is easy,” Van Natta said. “It’s the construction of clothes that’s the hard part, so once you get that down you’re on your way to creating and exploring.”
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SEW FUN Senior Avery Van Natta works on a pair of dress code-approved Bermuda shorts out fabric given to her by NICE Collective. Van Natta completes a majority of her projects in the studio located in her home that is filled with everything she needs to create clothes including sewing machines and fabric.
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Clothing brands focus on making ethical, sustainable pieces
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he fashion industry is the third most polluting industry and one of the largest water consumers in the world, but some companies are joining the “eco-fashion” movement, implementing policies to reduce their footprint on the environment. Brands that are certified sustainable and ethical, features products that are made according to rigorous social, environmental, and economic standards and ensures that the employees work in safe conditions and earn a living wage, according to Fair Trade Certified. “I do my best to shop at sustainable and ethically-sourced places,” senior Worth Taylor said. “Normally if a brand is ethically-sourced, they’re going to be promoting it on their website a lot. If it’s not promoted, they’re probably not ethically-sourced. I really look at that kind of stuff.” Taylor says her favorite place to shop is Reformation, a vintage-inspired brand that aims to be 100 percent sustainable in their clothes and stores. Reformation releases yearly
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reports on company water usage, carbon dioxide emission and waste from factories. The company plants trees, buys landfill gas offsets and invests in clean water solutions. “I’ve been following [Reformation’s] reports for a while,” senior Worth Taylor said. “Every time you click on a piece of clothing on their website, it'll have a breakdown of how much carbon dioxide and water was saved rather than how much wasted, which I think is a great way to look at the impact of the clothes.” Other popular brands such as Patagonia, Everlane and DL1961 have become more conscious about their environmental impact by using renewable energy, creating “green” buildings and recycling water. Sustainable clothing brands that try to reduce their environmental footprint may sound ideal, but ethically made clothing comes at a cost. The $200 price tag on a pair of DL1961 jeans or a Patagonia jacket is a drawback to many consumers and can make fast-fashion brands more
appealing, according to sophomore Halsey Williamson. “I mostly shop sustainably when there are sales because it’s usually expensive,” Williamson said. “People I know buy clothes from stores like Zara or Forever 21 because they’re cheaper.”
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Fast-fashion brands, companies characterized by their mass production of cheap clothing, are typically trendy and relatively inexpensive, but their low prices leave room to question how and where their clothes are made, according to Taylor.
Of the 260 million employed children in the world, 170 million of them are considered to be engaged in child labor, underaged children often working in unsafe conditions at low wages, according to the International Labour Organisation. “Companies probably haven't gone sustainable because of the cost factor,” Taylor said. “It's definitely more expensive to help the environment through clothing. Companies have to accept that their cheaper clothes are probably hurting our environment and could be made by underpaid workers.” Some brands like fast-fashion stores like H&M are trying to change their previous direction. In a video on its website, Anna Gedda, Head of Sustainability for H&M Group, says the brand is aiming to be fully sustainable and transparent with customers by 2030. “When you shop at [less sustainable] places you don’t always know what you are putting on,” Williamson said. “That can be a little scary and an anonymity that people don’t like.”
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rom GlamGlow overnight masks to groceries, many items that used to be picked up on an errand run are now being boxed up and shipped directly to customers’ front doors. “I have two main subscription boxes — Freshly which delivers organic food, and Amazon shipments that are sent weekly,” junior Kai Johnson said. “You can set monthly, weekly or even biweekly orders, such as lunches [that] I'll throw in my bag and microwave rather than making in the morning.” While Johnson’s family orders essentials online, junior Miley Sherman’s family subscribes to boxes that deliver newlyreleased makeup, clothes and snacks to her home each month. “I am ordering the PopSugar box at the moment,” Sherman said. “Inside they have a food option, for example mint confetti Oreos, and then pieces of clothing, jewelry and makeup. They have a nice selection which is exciting.” Johnson says that subscrip-
tion boxes are probably popular because they are convenient for busy families. “My parents work a lot, and it is really hard for them to go to the grocery store every day,” Johnson said. “It is a lot easier for shipments to be delivered to our home where we do not have to worry because it is already there.”
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Sherman said the convenience of subscription boxes lifts the burden of searching for makeup and skin products that satisfy her. Sherman’s PopSugar box, contains brands such as Tarte, BAGGU and Alexis Bittar.
“I think that subscription boxes are becoming more popular because it is a really easy way to find products that you would not normally find in your everyday life,” Sherman said. “I get access to new and exciting products that I would not normally have found myself.” Johnson says she likes subscription boxes because they allow her to experiment with new makeup products and also continue ordering skin products in bulk. “I like to stick to [my products] for a long amount of time because it usually helps my skin, but makeup wise I branch out when I get testers.” Carrying a variety of products, subscription boxes come in different price ranges. The mixed-product PopSugar Box is $270 for four deliveries a year, the fitness box Fab Fit Fun Box is $49.99 every 3 months and BirchBox’s monthly delivery is $60 for six months. “The variety of products in subscription boxes always enhance my day,” Sherman said. “They are an easy alternative to picking out products in-person.”
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to podcasts.” Podcast episodes can range from 10 minutes to an hour and cover topics including arts, current events, science, culture,
I love to listen to podcasts because they are another source of media that allow me to learn about my surrounding society and culture.
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comedy or recreation. Cramer recommends podcasts “NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts,” hosted by Bob Boilen featuring live music concerts, and “Love Rice” directed by ‘Scabs’ from Bloom Productions featuring self-care techniques and life hacks for women. Unlike radio stations, which
are often only available by geographical locations, podcasts can be accessed with internet and downloaded onto an iPod, iPhone, iPad, or computer for listening anywhere. “I listen to podcasts when I am in the car with my parents, especially during long road trips,” junior Arlena Jackson said. “I usually listen to political podcasts, such as ‘NPR’ or ‘The Federalist’ because I enjoy hearing all perspectives, especially those that I would not hear in San Francisco or in my community.” Podcasts often feature multiple voices in the same episode, allowing for an array of opinions on one topic. “The podcasts are usually a discussion between multiple people who all bring new ideas to the table, especially when it is a diverse group of people,” Jackson said. “I think there are more ideas being thrown around in podcasts than in a newspaper, which to me seems more refined.” Junior Alisha Kalra says podcasts are a more convenient news source than newspapers for her because she can multitask while listening to the information rather than when reading it.
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hether seen through swarms of pink knithats, social media posts tagged with #MeToo or the changing demographics of the United States government, 2018 is being called the “Year of the Woman.” This election season is breaking records with 53 women who have filed to run for Senate — 13 more than the record set in 2016 — and 476 women who have filed to run for the House of Representatives — 178 more than the 2012 record — according to the Center for American Women and Politics. “The bare bones of it is that we make up more than half of the population, but we’re not anywhere close 50 percent of elected offices,” Fatimah Aure ’99, Alameda County Director of the East Bay Women’s Political Alliance, said. “When people settle on that and really think about it, there’s no reason other than sexism why this is the case.” Women currently comprise 23 percent of the Senate with 23 female Senators and 19 percent of the House with 84 female Representatives. Sixty-one women are running in gubernatorial races and 64 women are running for lieutenant governor, both numbers breaking records set in 1994. This year’s unprecedented number of female candidates is reminiscent of the elections of 1992, also dubbed the Year of the Woman, when what was then a historic number of females ran for office. Eleven women ran for Senate and 106 women ran for seats in the House, according to the Office of Art & Archives of the United States House of Representatives. The swell of female candidates in 1992 partially stemmed from the testimony of Anita Hill at the Supreme Court confirmation hearing of Associate Justice Clarence Thomas, Senator Di-
anne Feinstein — one of the five women elected to the Senate in 1992 — said in The New York Times’ podcast, “The Daily.” “What I remember was an allmale table, and I watched [Hill] being somewhat berated, asked some demeaning questions and she was even accused of lying,” Feinstein said on “The Daily” podcast. “I think change happened at that moment. What I am thinking to myself is ‘Can I change this?’ and what happened then was kind of a ground swell. Did it move me to action? Yes and the action was to run.”
We can't be what we can't see.
— Fatimah Aure
Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton’s 2016 defeat spurred the increased number of female candidates running for office, Aure said. “When Hillary Clinton lost the presidential election in 2016, it really fired a lot of women — especially young women — up because it pointed out the fact that there needs to be change,” Aure said. Senior Caroline Schulberg, club head of EmpowHER, cites a changing, encouraging environment as the cause of the influx of female candidates. “This is a critical moment in our lifetime where women for the first time feel supported by not just other women but men as well,” Schulberg said. “With the changing dynamics of our world, there is greater female empowerment which generates an overall feeling of confidence
and ability to be a leader, despite your gender.” Of the 53 who filed to run for Senate, 23 are still in the running after the primaries with 239 of the 476 original House candidates still in the race, according to CAWP. No matter the outcome of the elections, however, Aure says the number of female candidates is an important step in the right direction. “Even if all of these women who are running don’t go on to win, just being able to see women pursuing elected office and pursuing gender parity is great because we can’t be what we can’t see,” Aure said. “Once women see women running for political office normalized, it makes it that much easier for the next woman to run for something in her community that she might not have had to confidence to do otherwise.” Even when not running for office, women increasingly support each other and female candidates,
according to Schulberg. “There's definitely an idea of power in numbers,” Schulberg said. “If a woman runs, then other women feel the need to be right there and support her as well. It definitely inspires other women to join the movement.” The midterm elections will be held on November 6. The number of female candidates that will be on the ballot is a statement to the world, says Schulberg. “Women are equal citizens and equals human beings,” Schulberg said. “Whether they are successful or not, it is a major statement to the world that we're here and we're not going anywhere.”
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lthough students under 18 years of age are unable to vote in the November midterm elections, there are other ways teens and noncitizens can get involved in political races. “Every campaign throughout the entire country needs volunteers,” Sophia Slacik ’16 said. “They are always looking for people who are dedicated and motivated to help out, so if you find a local race in your community and show up and put in some effort, then you are going to be treated like a
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valuable asset.” Slacik first began working for campaigns in high school and has continued into college. She is currently volunteering for Buffy Wicks who is running to represent the East Bay District 15 in the State Assembly. “I really like being able to get behind someone who I believe in, but also someone who is a woman, who I can identify with,” Slacik said. “It's important when it comes down to the legislation and changes made to have a woman’s perspective in terms of policies on family, women's rights and reproductive issues.” Junior Isabelle Paul volunteered for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, where she sent text messages to voters in smaller counties in swing states, reminding them to vote and helped citizens register to vote. “I brought in friends with me a few times to help volunteer,” Paul said. “It’s nice to be involved
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— Isabelle Paul
“Volunteering on a campaign inspired me to look at the world with a different view,” Paul said. “I never realized how many people it takes to get something done in this country.” Similar to Slacik and Paul, senior Isabella Bermejo wanted to gain experience by helping with a local campaign and is currently volunteering for lieutenant governor candidate Eleni Kounalakis. “When I was growing up, I saw government positions as something that was very male,” Bermejo said. “It’s very cool that I have been able to work for her and get to know her campaign.” Slacik says she likes the fast-pace and dynamics of working on a campaign. “I am constantly learning about what’s going on in the news, legislation that is passing and interesting groups in the community,” Slacik said. “It is never the same old thing.”
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arsity tennis walked onto the courts this season with a new head coach who is both an alumna and a former Convent tennis player. “Tennis is my family’s sport so I’ve played since I was three,” Erin Minuth ’11 said. “I took lessons in elementary, middle and high school. Once I got older, I started playing in tournaments.” Minuth played varsity tennis her freshman year and continued to play at the California Tennis Club to focus on being recruited for college. “It’s really valuable to be able to have a coach who is an aluma because she understands the Convent experience,” co-captain Mason Cooney said. “She’s young so she understands what it’s like to be busy and have a lot of things on our plate.” Minuth’s connection to her alma mater and love for tennis stood out to athletic director Elena De Santis when Minuth returned to be an associate
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ackaged snacks have become a go-to option for a quick bite, but consuming natural, whole foods is finding its way into many diets for individuals wanting to improve their eating habits. “I started a less-processed diet a few years ago when I was diagnosed with Celiac disease and couldn't eat anything with gluten,” math teacher Amy Leaver said. “I cut out everything like bread, pasta, cookies, pastries and a lot of processed carbs. I started experimenting with it a few years ago, trying to get a lot more fruits and veggies in my diet, and it's made me feel a lot more energized and my skin is a lot better.” Leaver says her natural diet, low in chemicals and additives, gives her a chance to support local farms in the Bay Area and in Northern California. Subscription services such as Imperfect Produce, which Leaver is subscribed to, weekly delivers cosmetically imperfect
produce directly sourced from local farms. “I was really grumpy at first because I wanted to eat sandwiches and bread,” Leaver said. “But after the first few months, I definitely felt a lot better, and I’m a lot happier now.” Junior Annabelle Applegarth has been accustomed to a lessprocessed diet since she was 6 years old. “When I talked to my nutritionist about my diet, I was told you are at your healthiest when you incorporate all your fats, starches, leafy greens, dairy and protein,” Applegarth said. “My nutritionist works with me to make sure I'm hitting all these different nutrients on a dayto-day basis to make sure I can reach my optimal nutrition and full potential.” Some individuals turn to diets, such as the Paleolithic or Whole 30, to guide them towards cleaner eating. These diets include unprocessed foods, regardless of fats, and avoid inflammatory sweets, such as baked goods.
“In the 1980s, fat was really demonized, and some of that mentality has stuck around in most people,” nutritionist Alexandra Rothwell Kelly said. “There's a real fear of using whole fat products like egg yolks, good quality grass-fed butter or even olive oil. When transitioning to a whole food diet, one of the benefits is that you really start to enjoy fats again because they contains a lot of vitamins, but also help make food more satisfying for people and increases the pleasure of eating.” Websites and apps such as Buzzfeed’s Tasty show healthy alternatives to favorite foods and quick and easy tips to a balanced meal. Tasty publishes recipes daily with a step-by-step guide to making time-saving, nutritious recipes. “When I got older and started to make my own food choices, I noticed that eating processed foods didn't make me feel as good as I wanted to,” Applegarth said. “So I'd rather eat more whole foods than processed foods so I feel good all the time.”
teacher at Convent Elementary School. “[Erin] was a big part of the community when she was a student here,” De Santis said, “She will be a great fit for our program and help find that balance in competitiveness as well as a love for tennis.” Minuth spends extra time with the team on the way to practices and matches which is a change for the team, according to Cooney. “Erin rides the bus with us a lot when we go to our home court at SF State,” Cooney said. “It’s good MINUTH for our team dynamic because she gives us advice and we get to talk to her on a more casual level.” Being a team player is an important part of playing tennis despite only playing singles or doubles, according to Minuth. “Tennis is an individual sport,
but also has a huge team aspect,” Minuth said. “You don't just do it for yourself, you do it for the team.” In addition to helping the team become closer, Minuth will help to encourage offseason workouts for the players, according to De Santis. “Erin embodies what we want in Convent & Stuart Hall athletics in high energy and a real love and passion for the game,” De Santis said. “She [works] on making sure everyone is involved, whether they’re a starter or not.” With four wins already under the team’s belt, Minuth looks to the rest of the season as an opportunity to form a strong lineup and increase the teams competitiveness in league games. “[What] I enjoy about this season is getting to coach and spend time with players because I really like working with high school students,” Minuth said. “It's been fun to be both a mentor and a coach.”
Popular Diets Ketogenic Diet
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The paleo diet is based off of what would have been eaten the in the Paleolithic era, which includes fruits and vegetables, nuts and meat.
Vegan Diet
Vegans do not eat, use or wear any animal products.
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8.31 v. International High School 3-0 win
8.31 v. International High School 1-2 loss
9.5 v. Mercy High School 0-3 loss
9.11 v. SF University High School 2-0 win
9.7 v. Lick-Wilmerding High School 3-1 win
9.5 v. Mercy High School 2-1 win
9.11 v. Sf University High School 1-3 loss 9.14 v. Marin Academy 3-0 win 9.17 v. Drew School 2-3 loss 9.21 v. San Domenico 3-0 win
9.7 v. Lick-Wilmerding High School 1-2 loss 9.14 v. Marin Academy 2-1 win
FROSH-SOPH VOLLEYBALL 9.4 v. CA Crosspoint High School 2-1 win 9.5 v. Mercy HIgh School 0-2 loss 9.7 v. Lick-Wilmerding High School 1-2 loss 9.12 v. SF Waldorf School 1-2 loss 9.19 v. Bay School 2-0 win
VARSITY TENNIS 9.5 v. Mercy High School Burlingame 7-0 win 9.7 Redwood Christian High School 7-0 win 9.11 v. Mercy High School 5-0 win 9.17 v. Bay School 5-0 win
J.V. TENNIS 9.5 v. Marin Academy 5-0 win
9.17 v. Drew School 2-0 win
9.12 v. Drew School 5-0 win
9.19 v. Bay School 2-0 win
9.14 v. Urban School 24-18 win 9.17 v. SF University High School 2-5 loss
VARSITY GOLF 9.5 v. Holy Names High School 169-224 win 9.11 v. St. Joseph Notre Dame High School 194-197 win 9.13 v. San Domenico 217-203 loss 9.18 v. St. Joseph Notre Dame High School 231-233 win 9.20 v. Holy Names High School 187-218 win
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STRETCHING OUT Justine Li, Convent & Stuart Hall's new athletic trainer and campus health professional, examines varsity volleyball player Bella Shea's knee before the team's warm up. Li manages injuries for the varsity volleyball team as well as other individuals on campus who need sports therapy.
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hether looking for nutrition advice, physical therapy sessions, or personalized workout programs, students can turn to new trainers on the Broadway Campus. “I started going to Barclay [Spring] this summer during open gyms because I injured my shoulder,” junior Isabelle Paul said. “He is doing something with me called restoration, which is strengthening all the muscles around my shoulder because I’m hyperflexible.” Spring, the Strength and Conditioning Trainer, specializes in performance enhancement and can help anyone in the school community — whether participating in a sport or not. Spring says new role includes ensuring smooth mental and physical performance of the students and faculty. “You want to go into sports —and life in general— strong of body and mind,” Spring said. “There’s scientific evidence
that improving the condition of your body improves the condition of your mental capacity and its ability to solve problems, make good decisions and eliminate stress from life.”
You want to go into sports — and life in general— strong of body and mind.
— Barclay Spring
While Spring can boost strength, Justine Li, the Athletic Trainer and Campus Health Professional, is responsible for medical emergencies and injuries during the school day at the
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Broadway Campus. “I consider myself between an EMT and a physical trainer,” Li said. “I can help with situations that apply to actresses who sprain their ankles on stage, someone with constant knee pain for an unknown reason, or as a preventative measure for potential injuries.” Students can come to Li to establish self-care regimens to prevent or heal injuries whether their sport is in season or not, according to Li. “I’ve been going to Justine almost every day before practice,” Paul, who is on the varsity volleyball team, said. “She stretches me out, puts KT tape on, and wraps my shoulder so it’s supported during practice.” You can find Spring in the workout room on the second floor of the Herbert Center everyday after 1 p.m., and Li will be in the training room after 11 a.m. Both Spring and Li say they are finalizing their schedules, which will vary according to team practices and games.
A traditional golf course consists of 18 holes A golf match begins when a player strikes a ball from the tee box The maximum number of clubs allowed in a round is 14 Source: International Golf Federation | Images: Flaticon Jordan Russell | THE BROADVIEW
ollowing the release of Nike’s new ad featuring former San Francisco ’49er quarterback Colin Kaepernick, thousands of individuals chose to burn their previously-purchased Nike merchandise as well as boycott the corporation in protest. Controversy over Nike erupted on Sept. 3 when Kaepernick hinted at the release of an ad by posting a black and white photo of his face captioned with the phrase “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything,” on Instagram. The National uproar began during Kaepernick’s time in the National Football League, during which time he protested racism and police brutality by kneeling during the pregame National Anthem. Other celebrities such as U.S. Women’s National Soccer player Megan Rapinoe, NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., musician John Legend and Broadway star Michael Moore later joined in on the #TakeAKnee movement throughout the year. Kaepernick has not been picked up by any NFL team as a free agent following his choice to use his celebrity position to stand up, or rather kneel down, during the playing of the National Anthem at NFL games. He continues to fight these prevalent issues through the Nike campaign.
Kaepernick put his belief system and the need for change ahead of personal profit. Following the ’49er’s appearance in the 2012 Superbowl, Kaepernick was set up with a seven-year, $126 million contract in 2014, according to Business Insider. If Kaepernick had not lead the protests and remained in the NFL, he would have been making approximately $18 million a year, a salary with quite a comfortable cushion to fall back on. Yet, Kaepernick put his belief system and the need for change ahead of his personal profit, a response that should be recognized and applauded. Despite some anti-Kaepernick sports fans burning their Nike-branded sports equipment and clothing, Nike has received over $43 million worth in media exposure, and Nike sales have increased over 31 percent since the release of the ad, demonstrating the national support Kaepernick still has. Despite pushback from the NFL, Kaepernick continues to push for change undeterred by the repercussions he has faced. His beliefs system has guided him to quite literally become the face of change. We should all be asking ourselves what we would be willing to sacrifice for our own beliefs.
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Gender inbalance in Congress calls for change Surge in female candidates hopefully will alter government's tone on women's rights
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ith a historically high number of female candidates running for Congress in the upcoming midterm elections, the demographics of the United States federal government is subject to change dramatically. Altering the gender makeup of Congress would definitely be a step forward in gender equality, but an increased number of women in government could also bring change to how the federal government handles sexual assault allegations, such as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s allegation against Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Ford sent a letter to California Senator Dianne Feinstein in July claiming she was sexually assaulted by Kavanaugh in the 1980s. A few weeks ago the allegations went public and many have attacked Ford for waiting decades to report the incident. In response to the severe harassment Ford has received, including death threats, White House counselor Kellyanne Conway — a staunch supporter of President Trump, who continues to back Kavanaugh — commented on Fox News that Ford "should not be insulted and she should not be ignored." Conway is not the only woman in politics who has raised her voice. U.S.
House candidate Katie Hill also offered her support to Ford, tweeting that she had been a victim of sexual assault herself and wrote, “I know how hard it is for somebody to come forward.” Since then, a hashtag reminiscent to #MeToo has erupted, with celebrities, politicians and civilians captioning their own assault experiences with #WhyIDidn’tReport. The Senate Judiciary Committee, the body in charge of confirming Kavanaugh and Ford’s testimony, is comprised of 17 men and four women. There is no way Ford would have received as much pushback and Kavanaugh as much support if the gender makeup of the committee was reversed. Some conservative politicians suspect Ford’s allegations to be part of a “liberal smear campaign.” Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell assured supporters on CNN that Kavanaugh would be confirmed to the Supreme Court no matter what, indicating that Ford’s testimony will have no effect on the committee's decision, regardless of what she alleges. If officers of the law begin to make predispositions about sexual assault cases before victims give their testimony, they will be setting a precedent that discredits victims before they have the chance to
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speak their constitutional rights. Ninety-one percent of rape and sexual assault victims are female, and only nine percent are male, according to the National Sexual Violence Research Center. Governmental decisions pertaining to sexual assault will rarely ever get the
attention they deserve if Congress remains male-dominated. Not until there is equal gender representation on the Senate Judiciary Committee and in the federal government as a whole will women’s issues receive the attention and consideration they need.
WITH MORE WOMEN IN POLITICAL POSITIONS OF POWER, WHAT IS A TOPIC YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE DISCUSSED?
"I think gender equality should be further discussed because people should understand that being a feminist does not mean you think women are better than men, it means you think they are equal."
"I would like to see more money given to public schools and poorer neighborhoods."
— Sadie Kahn, sophomore
"I hope that the topics of sexual harassment and assault discussed in the #MeToo movement will be discussed among people in a more accepting light."
— Margaret Millar, junior
— Darcy Jubb, freshman
"I would like to see representation on the issue of tampon access in our community, because they are considered a luxury item."
— Miley Sherman, junior
"I would love to see the topic of birth control and its importance discussed because I feel like too many women don't know how it's available to them."
— Maggie Walter, senior
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s Democrats are gearing up to reclaim control of Congress and Republicans are looking keep their majority through the 2018 midterm elections, partisanship may lead to uninformed decisions in the voting booth. Every midterm election cycle, one party or the other uses the phrase “take back” as their rallying cry. It’s natural to want one political party to be in control, but this way of thinking — that a party needs to “win back” Congress from the other party — furthers the us-versus-them mentality that plagues politics today. The goal of an election is and should always be to elect well-qualified, respectable candidates whose beliefs mirror one’s own. If constituents go into the voting booths thinking that the outcome of an election should be the success of one party instead of focusing on electing honest, competent, trustworthy candidates regardless of their party, there is a flaw in the system. Just because candidates are running as members of a political party party does not always mean their stances align with their party’s. There are seven congressional candidates on the ballot for November who are running as Democrats, an openly pro-choice party, but who are en-
dorsed by Democrats for Life, an anti-abortion organization. If voters looking to regain control or maintain control of Congress focus solely on the party affiliation of a candidate, they may inadvertently elect politicians they disagree with. Too many voters think of their political party like a sports team — they root for it no matter what. No candidate, party or government will come out a winner if this continues to be the case. Political parties who agree on some key issues and can help voters make a decision on one candidate or the other, but a vote should never be based solely off of a candidate’s party. With the privilege of voting comes the responsibility to be informed. Voters must research candidates more thoroughly than simply seeing what party they are running with. Knowing what priorities, goals and beliefs a candidate promises to have is a necessary part of being a responsible citizen, and a necessary part of a functioning democracy. Putting candidates’ party affiliations above their values is no way to elect politicians. Don’t vote just because a candidate’s party matches your bumper sticker.
1. UN World Food Program sent 10,000 food packages to feed Yemen’s Aslam district. 2. Tiger Woods won the 2018 PGA Tour Championship. 3. San Francisco’s Fleet Week takes off Oct. 1. 4. Friday’s Chapel will be in appreciation of Academic Advising Director Betsy Pfeiffer. 5. Bill Cosby was sentenced to 3-10 years in prison for raping an actress.
1. Yemen’s villagers are dying of malnourishment and eating leaves. 2. This was his first PGA tour win in 5 years. 3. The sound of Blue Angels may interrupt the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival. 4. Pfeiffer is moving to Kentucky with her family. 5. #WhyIDidn'tReport brings to light how many people have not received justice.
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DOES WHAT YOU WEAR TO SCHOOL AFFECT YOUR PERFORMACE?
Looks aren't everything, but they do matter Dress code promotes focused school environment
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aving a dress code is an important part of a cohesive working environment, but when it comes to school, many students fail to understand a dress code’s purpose and choose to disrespect the guidelines, potentially inhibiting their academic success. There is a connection — proven by science and experience — between what someone looks like on the outside and how she feels on the inside. Wearing formal clothing during cognitive testing increases abstract thinking most likely connected to an increased feeling of power, according to a 2015 study published in “Social Psychological and Personality Science.” While people may have experienced judgement from others due to their outside appearance, they may be unaware of the impact one’s clothing has on their own performance in social, academic and professional settings. Disrespecting dress code can impact student performance during the day, affecting focus and performance. When an individual treats a school like her home, it’s hard to take school seriously and be in the correct mindset to learn. Dressing appropriately for work is a basic expectation to promote a professional atmosphere in the workplace. Employees are held to certain standards of work as well as behavior, including following a dress code, and it should be the same in schools. Requiring students to follow a formal, appropriate dress code while still allowing them to customize parts of their outfit may lead to an improve-
"When I wear comfortable clothes to school, I am more focused and get better grades." — Kelly Cronan, freshman
"As long as I'm comfortable, my clothes do not affect my performance in school at all." — Kyra Torres, sophomore
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sends a message to the community that that person simply does not care about class, even if that is not the case. Choosing to look put together not only boosts self confidence and allow others take one more seriously, but a “nice” outfit will also change the way a student views herself. Looking good on the outside changes self-perception positively, and ultimately changes the way someone holds themself and how they act. Looks aren’t everything, and dressing appropriately won’t promise a perfect test score. Nonetheless, purposefully dressing well for school creates an intentionally professional attitude towards school — literally dressing for success.
ment in student conduct because they naturally act the way they dress, according to a study conducted by Norman L. Sommers at Ashland University in Oregon. Students are expected to follow dress codes without a second thought, but the intentions behind the rules are often never fully communicated to the student body. Failing to understand the reason behind a dress code makes some students feel less obligated to follow it and instead prioritize personal comfort. Sweatpants and leisure wear often feel like the easy option, but they have a bigger impact on one’s presence in class than many realize. A student coming to school in an oversized sweatshirt
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t the end of each class period, most of high school I had already decided the following my classmates and I pull out our yearly four years would be focused on math and socplanners and fine-point pens like clockcer, as I was convinced that was all I needed and work to scribble down new assignments. Far all I wanted to do. from being a sign of “good orI thought I did not have ganizational skills,” our pages room in a perfectly crafted plan of color-coded of assignments, for anything other than pagetests and looming deadlines long equations and hours on stem from an unhealthy need the field, but little did I know to plan out our lives step-by- Four years here what I do now as a senior step and minute by minute. looks nothing like what I had have taught me to We have chosen to constantimagined at 15. ly obsess over our futures after refrain from holding While I have loved every high school since freshman myself down with grueling equation, I’ve been year, having only talked about assigned and each hour of their college and career plans long-term plans. soccer with my peers, the love since we first met. There is not I have now for the humaniplace to escape phrases like “I ties, art and journalism is so need to go to this school if I much more that I ever would want to do this with my life,” have “planned” for myself as a or “If I do this now I will get small, unseasoned freshman. this job,” anywhere on campus. While my daily to-do lists, Despite our attempts to lay out our futures advanced lunch planning and jam-packed five or even 10 years in advance, 55 percent of schedule make me no exception to the impulsive high schoolers in San Francisco do not feel posagenda-oriented behavior common in s today, four itively about their readiness for college and their years here have taught me to refrain from holding career, according to YouthTruth. myself down with long-term plans. When I entered Convent as a freshman, I was No one should live every moment and a part of that 55 percent, and consequently I make every choice based on what a yearly took up intense planning. Before my first day of planner says.
CITY LIFE
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HANDS UP Odesza performs on the Lands End stage at Outside Lands on the first day of the three-day festival. The annual festival ran Aug 10 –12.
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Bay Area craves festival feels year-round Festivals offers a unique culture with eccentric clothing, food and atmosphere
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utside Lands and Coachella may be over, but the Bay Area’s music festival season is warming up with the weather, allowing livemusic fans to listen to favorite artists while experiencing the food trucks, photoshoots and coordinated outfits at upcoming festivals. "I really like the culture at music festivals,” senior Kate Etter, who attended Coachella 2018, said. “It is cool how you listen
to a lot of artists in the span of a weekend and how much value you get for your ticket.” Upcoming Bay Area music festival Treasure Island on Oct. 13-14 features headliners A$AP Rocky and Tame Impala along with 22 other artists. While the average price of concert tickets for one artist in San Francisco is $96, Treasure Island one-day tickets start at $105 and two-day tickets at $165, at ticketmaster.com. “[Music festivals] are a lot more open than concerts because they’re outdoors,” junior
Avani Mankani said. “There is better food with more options ,and a lot more people usually attend.” Trendy food and drink options such as the BottleRock Napa Valley music festival’s made-toorder lemonade are an important part of festival experience, but Etter recommends bringing snacks and water because items can be pricey. Attendees should also be aware of all festival policies, as many festivals have recently started requiring clear backpacks and empty, nonmetal bottles that can be filled
at the venue or factory-sealed water bottles. “I recommend going [to festivals] with friends who have similar taste in music, so you can see different artists you both like and stay together,” Mankani said. “I also think you should wear comfortable clothes and layers if you’re in San Francisco because of the shifting weather.” Clothing websites, such as Forever 21, advertise festivalthemed lines in preparation for the festival season. Social media posts in front of landmarks, such as Le Grande Wheel at Coach-
ella, and trending hashtags, such as #OutsideLands, have popularized music festivals. Wearing festival fashion, equipped with bold sunglasses, bright colors and lots of sparkles are essential for a festive experience, according to Etter. “I loved picking out my outfits for Coachella,” Etter said. “It’s always fun to dress up and put a little glitter on while listening to fun artists.” Hardly Strictly Bluegrass is another upcoming music festival on Oct. 5-7 in Golden Gate Park, and attendance is free.
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Restaurant mimics carnival
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Cassie Eskicioglu City Life Editor
ocated in the heart of Hayes Valley and surrounded by local eateries, bakeries, and creameries, Straw stands out as a carnival-themed dining experience. With colorfully decorated walls, amusement park-themed dishes, menus made from children’s books and a booth shaped as a tilt-a-whirl ride, Straw successfully transports its diners to a carnival. The breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant offers childhood favorites like Corn Dogs ($7) and Grilled Cheese ($10) in addition to their signature Donut Burger ($15) and chicken and waffles ($16).
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Once seated at the table, servers bring popcorn in place of the usual pre-meal bread. The popcorn’s sweet and crunchy kettlecorn base paired with a cheddar flavor keeps diners munching as they await their meal. Enclosed by two glazed donuts, the Donut Burger can be packed with toppings such as avocado, bacon, a fried egg or even a second patty in addition to the side of shoestring fries that comes with each order. Although the sandwich is a seemingly bizarre combination, the sweet complements the savory. The donut and avocado medley provide a flavorful boost to the burger, enhancing the patty’s flavor, making it a tasty choice. Straw’s Philly Cheesesteakadilla serves as another creative and delicious option for diners. The tri-tip steak, peppers, onions and gooey cheddar cheese come together to upgrade a classic quesadilla into a rich, yet well executed dish.
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rom couture-filled runways to the busy streets of San Francisco, colored pants are turning the most basic clothing items into bold and bright statement pieces. Unlike the skin-tight fit of many pants, recently popular colored pants are appearing in different flares, cuts and fabrics.
Colored pants are a fun alternative to the traditional blue or white jean, as they can be easily styled with a graphic T-shirt and sneakers or dressed up with a sweater and boots. A pair of these striking pants is a musthave for anyone looking to stand out in a crowd. — Grace Krumplitsch
The strawberry-basil lemonade ($4) is a perfect, refreshing choice while consuming heavy dishes. Drink options include a classic root beer float ($7), “STRAWnold Palmer,”($3.75) and house-made lemonade ($3). The uncommon food creations and combination of ingredients have distinguished Straw as one of the most Instagramworthy restaurants in the city by San Francisco Travel. While photogenic, Straw’s food is quite heavy and rich. It is not the place to eat every morning, however it is a great spot for the occasional comfort meal. Straw is most definitely a worthwhile visit. If brunching, bring a friend and split two dishes to sample the menu and its variety. To ensure a seat, make an online reservation beforehand. Straw is located at 203 Octavia Street at Page Street and is open Monday to Friday 9 a.m.–2 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
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UP FOR A RIDE With donuts as buns, Straw recreates the classic hamburger. Straw has been open since 2011, but as of Sept. 17, Straw is only open for brunch.
Getting playful with pants
Trendy styles bring color to Fall palette
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