Starting on December 7, China loosened its Covid restrictions, such as dropping requirements for showing negative Covid testing results before entering some public places and rolling back policies regarding the isolation of Covid patients. This policy change was due to the protests that broke out in cities in China, especially […]
“I was never hydrated before but my Simple Modern cup makes me drink so much water!” Sam Wolf ‘24 explains. Simple Modern Water Bottles, specifically the 24oz cup design ($23.99), have taken the Dana Hall junior class by storm. According to the Simple Modern website they “offer a stylish selection […]
On November 1, 2022, Taylor Swift announced her widely anticipated “Eras Tour” after her new album, Midnights. However, what could’ve been a nationwide celebration turned into widespread discontent after Ticketmaster, the ticket sales company used for the tour, underwent significant malfunctions. The selection process for Ticketmaster Verified Fan presales began […]
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is taking place in Qatar from 20 November 2022 to 18 December 2022. Thirty-two teams participated in the tournament, and it is the last World Cup before the increase to 48 countries participating at the next World Cup in 2026. The matches are live streamed […]
As the holidays approach, an important question arises for all international students on campus. Where should they go for school breaks? The answer used to be simple–they would board a plane and go back home to spend time with their families. However, in the aftermath of the COVID epidemic, traveling […]
This year, Dana Hall has made two changes to its Advanced Placement (AP) Exam policy. First, Seniors are no longer required to take the AP Exams in May. Second, students used to be able to take any AP exams, even if Dana Hall doesn’t offer the AP course. Due to […]
The English department has been experimenting with a new grading system this trimester, with the goal of prioritizing learning over grades. The system uses a rubric that defines the standards of success on each essay assignment. If the student’s writing meets the standard, they receive the grade “Meeting Standards,” which […]
Over the years, the Dana Hall pond has been dealing with a case of seasonal algae during the warmer months, causing students at Dana Hall to give it the name “Matcha Pond.” The more scientific term for this phenomenon is ‘algal bloom’. Ms. Mary Frances Hanover, biology teacher and head […]
Ms. BJ Whennen never dreamed of being Bob The Builder, but now is the Project Executive for Construction Management & Builders, Inc. (CM&B), which is the construction company that is currently working on the new Upper School Classroom Building. Ms. Whennen chose Dana Hall because when she met the construction […]
Michael White, former Middle School science teacher and athletic trainer, is now the new Director of Athletics, Health and Wellness. This job requires the oversight of the entire athletics program from dealing with coaches and student athletes to ordering uniforms and to organizing games. Mr. White believes that the key […]
Students travel to Greece and Italy for Spring BreakMarch 10, 2023
A sudden boom of bakeries in Newton Centre creates competitionMarch 3, 2023
“The Circle” adds a twist to reality TV March 3, 2023
“The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” is a magnificent story like no otherMarch 2, 2023
Dana Hall’s Dining Center Should Publicize Meals’ Nutritional ValueFebruary 27, 2023