‘Shang-Chi’ features intricate choreography, adrenaline-filled fight scenes
Rivaling previous Marvel films like “Avengers: Endgame,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” delivers a fresh, unique take on heroism. Long ago, there existed 10 rings, relics capable of giving the wielder unimaginable power and causing great destruction….
Cavs Varsity Volleyball scores a 3-0 win over Buckingham Knights on senior night
The Cavaliers varsity volleyball team took a 3-0 victory over the Buckingham Knights at Country Day on Oct. 5 on Country Day’s senior night. “Everything that we’ve been working on throughout the season is coming all together now,” Coach Jason…
Senior outside hitter named varsity team captain, improves leadership through volleyball, Medallion
An opponent hits the volleyball, sending it hurtling to the floor of the court. Suddenly, everything is meaningless to senior outside hitter Vanessa Escobar except the ball, dangerously close to the ground. If she makes the wrong move, she could…
Trending bakery Crumbl Cookies gives a fresh, tasty experience
Walking into the Crumbl Cookies bakery in Rocklin for the first time was an experience I’ll never forget. The pleasing colors of pink and white filled my vision, and the smell of sweet, freshly baked cookies was one I wish…
New physics and Algebra 2 teacher stood “head and shoulders” above competition
For physics and math teacher Malak Faour, teaching physics is more than just a job. She loves it. Her inspiration comes from her high school physics teacher in Lebanon. “From that time, she made me like physics,” she said. “I…
Annual field trips postponed, Country Day plans week of fun instead
In place of class trips, Country Day will be hosting a week of games and events from Tuesday, Oct. 5 to Thursday, Oct. 7. Monday will be a regular school day. On Tuesday, Student Council will be organizing a game…
Students spend summer traveling within U.S., abroad, despite COVID restrictions
Over the past summer, students had the opportunity to travel internationally since the first time since the coronavirus was declared a pandemic. Those who were traveling were required to follow certain precautions depending on the destinations. — By Jacob Chand…
Imagine Dragons experiments with new styles, sounds in long-awaited album
“Mercury – Act 1” was three years in the making since Imagine Dragons’ last album, “Origins.” In the new album, Imagine Dragons showcase different styles, but also draw on the sounds that make them so great in the first place….
New English/Spanish teacher hopes to bring perspective to themes of culture and identity
Inside Diego Panasiti’s classroom, students are exploring culture through music and language. Panasiti immigrated from Argentina as a child and uses his experiences as a new Spanish II and English 10 teacher. “The backbone of my identity as an educator…
Almond farming in a changing climate
Almond farming is a staple of California’s agricultural industry and has deep roots with some Country Day families. Some farms are passed down from generation to generation over centuries, like Benjamin King’s Colusa almond farm. Others are just being created…