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Take Care of Yourselves
Editorial Board
If the last two years of living with COVID-19 have shown us anything, it is that the normal we knew on March 12, 2020 is a life no one will ever get to live again. In times like today, it is crucial to find a silver lining— that is what can keep us, humankind, going.
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Due to COVID-19, we had been thrust into a world of online learning and socially distanced living. Just as it was necessary to adjust to that reality, we must now come to terms with our new world, both socially and educationally. The new normal is one of con stant doubt, and life will never be what it was three years ago. But our current situation is the closest thing we have to that version of “normal,” and there are some things we can be sure of.
As a school, we can look forward to school wide events. This spring, the juniors and se niors both had proms, occasions that many had looked forward to since freshman year. Additionally, Algonquin hosted the first out door Carnival since 2018, whose live music and food trucks were enjoyed by many.
Despite this returning excitement and joy, it is also important to acknowledge some of
the more serious things that have been on students’ minds. Our nation has experienced numerous tragedies in recent months, includ ing the events in Uvalde, Texas and the other 245 mass shootings since the start of 2022. The Supreme Court has drafted to overturn Roe v. Wade, a decision that could alter the lives of women across the country. While it is important to be discussing these topics and standing up for our values, it is equally important to be taking care of ourselves and allowing ourselves time to rest and recuper ate. Summer is quickly approaching, which provides students, teachers and community members an opportunity for reflection and recovery after a stressful year.
Moving forward into the summer and into next year, it will be important to find a bal ance between continuing to address difficult and serious situations while still enjoying and appreciating the fun aspects of school and home life. There will certainly be ups and downs, but we look forward to going on that journey with you.
