Lack of fundraising could mean the end of samo programs
SMMUSD schools are witnessing a sharp decline in fundraising from the Ed Foundation, which could mean the end of various programs in the 2024-2025 school year.
Samo’s new buildings revolutionize learning
SMMUSD has persevered in their attempt to revolutionize the learning process with the construction of Samo’s new buildings, the Exploration Building and Gold Gym. The three-sory Exploration Building will be home to multimedia, visual arts and the Capstone program.
Exploring the gender bias in healthcare
In a society so brazenly proud and insistent of its sensitivity to women’s needs, there is a significant area in which we remain unenlightened: medicinal research. Despite major strides in recent years, the advancement of women’s health remains at a disadvantage, hindered by years of exclusion and discrimination in an industry so long dominated by the male perspective. To this day, women continue to suffer from the shortcomings of the pharmaceutical industry, an industry that they are forced to support if they wish to live.
From well-read, to, well, insufferable
The following books are not for the easily corruptible. If you’ve ever found yourself toeing the line between bearable and completely intolerable, this is a list of novels you should avoid at all costs.
Elite university presidents resign following anti-semitism allegations
Following a congressional hearing in Dec. on the subject of antisemitism on campus—and the consequent backlash from the public—Ivy League university presidents Elizabeth Magill and Claudine Gay announced their resignations in the subsequent weeks. Calls for their resignations began to circulate the instant that their controversial testimonies emerged, igniting an explosive aftermath.
Boys’ soccer starts strong coming off of semifinal loss
Boys’ Soccer has returned for the 23-24 winter season, and the varsity team is off to a successful start.
Maya Williams advocates for a cleaner future
Throughout her 4-year high school career, Samo student Maya Williams (’24) has emerged as a powerful force for change on the front of environmental activism.
Tricks, treats, and terrific costumes at Samo
On the day of Halloween, Samo students gathered around the entrance to Barnum, attracted by a spooky holiday soundtrack broadcast across campus.
Weekend Bags Program Addresses Student Hunger in SMMUSD
After months of emails, countless meetings with district officials and hours of work, the Weekend Bags program was finally launched in Dec. 2021 with the help of Braun’s co-coordinator, SMMUSD parent and registered dietician Deb Novak.
Hollywood on hold until SAG-AFTRA strikes end
On May 2, the Writers’ Guild of America (WGA) closed their laptops, put down their pens and went on strike. Two short months later, an irritated Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) joined the writers for the first time since 1960.
Out with the old, in with the new: dress codes and their place in schools
At Samo, many students use the way that they dress to express themselves. Self-expression is an excellent way to build confidence and lets adolescents explore their personal style and identity.