FRESHMAN FOCUS: Darius Shahbazi, ’20, enjoys college flexibility, under tough workload at Creighton University
Darius Shahbazi, ’20, attends Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. He is majoring in biology/medical science. Q: Why are you pursuing the pre-medical track? A: It’s a big field in my family, so a lot of my influence and drive comes…
MY ANGLE: LGBTQ+ representation
In recent years, the LGBTQ+ community has been featured more and more in different forms of media, including TV shows and advertisements. This is a big step in the right direction but can be a disservice at times due to…
Students discuss cultural events on campus
At Country Day, students have taken the lead in spreading cultural awareness. But more could be done. The LatinX Student Union, the Black Student Union, the Gay-Straight Alliance, the Food Club and the Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Council all…
Students use naps to ‘recharge’ themselves, make up lost sleep
High schoolers are notoriously sleep-deprived, and many are turning to naps — during and after school — to fill the gap. In an informal high-school March 17 Octagon poll, 23 of the 30 respondents said that they napped during the…
Country Day prom likely canceled, small senior graduation planned
COVID-19 has brought Country Day’s traditional end-of-the-year celebrations to a halt for the second year in a row. The replacements are expected to be small but are not yet official. In past years, high school students have been able to…
Country Day to hire part-time nurse for COVID-19 management
Country Day is trying to hire a part-time school nurse for the first time since its founding in 1964. The idea had been discussed by the administration in the past, but COVID-19 made it a reality. School administrators had many…
Students, teachers adapt to AP exams during pandemic
AP exams, an integral part of many high school curriculums, have shifted partially in-person this year. Last year, exams took place entirely online with a platform that some had technological issues with. Advanced Placement classes provide a more rigorous curriculum…
Athletes only allowed to play one sport at a time
Country Day is continuing its trek towards normalcy as more sports are being permitted to start. Since the start of cross country and the end of golf and ski and snowboard in February and March, Country Day sports will soon…
Soccer team maintains winning streak with fifth win of the season
Country Day’s co-ed soccer team defeated Bradshaw Christian School on April 23 at Mather Sports Complex with a score of 7-0. With the other team down one player, the Cavs decided to play 10 vs. 10. After a slow start,…
Students begin to receive COVID-19 vaccinations
It was a bright day on March 13 and after hours of long volunteer work, junior Lilah Shorey rushed to get her first vaccine. Aiding one of the vaccinators at the pop-up clinic in the Jesuit High School parking lot,…