The German-American Partnership Program (GAPP) is a student exchange program between Germany and the United States. IHS has taken part in this program every other…
Posts published in September 2017
Editorial: It’s Time For ICSD To Change Its Academic Calendar
Each year, when American students return to school after a two-month-long summer vacation, they find themselves having lost academic skills that they were expected to…
An Overview of the 2017–18 ICSD Budget
On May 17, 2017, all residents of Tompkins County had the chance to vote in the elections for their respective school districts. Candidates for the…
TSA Succeeds at National Conference
On June 20, seventeen members of IHS’s Technology Student Association (TSA) traveled to Orlando, Florida to compete at the national conference. This conference—which involved almost…
Democratic Congressional Primary Race Gets an Early Start
Tom Reed, the US Representative for New York’s 23rd Congressional District which encompasses Ithaca, has won by comfortable margins in multiple elections in a row.…
Cornell Receives $2.5 Million for Cybersecurity
Even when the primary means of digital communication was email, parents warned, “Don’t click on any emails that look suspicious,” fearing the harm that could…
In Britain, Confusion Is a Good Thing
It has been interesting, to say the least, to observe the political system work its magic in the United Kingdom over the last few months.…
Looking Beyond Europe
Learning a language is often cited as something that can change your interactions, and even your life. While the latter might be exaggerated, there is…
Donald Trump’s Uncertain Future in Washington
Over the course of his presidency, Donald Trump has shown himself to have a lack of self-control, as well as a lack of control over…
The National Society of High School Scholars: Worth It, or Not?
On June 14, I received a letter from LACS, the return address written by hand. Upon opening the envelope, I discovered that the sender was…
The Problem of Bashar al-Assad
Although many people may think that they understand the seemingly perpetual conflict in the Middle East, it is far more complicated than it may seem…
Should There Be a Flag For Earth?
For many centuries, it has been a tradition to plant a flag, traditionally that of the country sponsoring the expedition, whenever a new frontier is…
Restaurant Review: De Tasty Hot Pot
During my stay at Cornell’s Summer College in July, my Chinese roommate became homesick and wanted to eat real Chinese food. So, along with two…
CAR T-Cell Immunotherapy
Cancer is the second leading cause of death for adults in the United States. Defined as the condition in which the body’s cells divide uncontrollably,…
Book Review: America’s Women by Gail Collins
America’s Women: 400 Years of Dolls, Drudges, Helpmates, and Heroines by Gail Collins is a historical nonfiction book that outlines the history of the United…
How Grassroots Embodies the Essence of Ithaca
Ithaca’s residents historically care immensely about sustainable growth, environmentalism, and social justice, likely resulting from the influence of the large college population. Additionally, Ithacans value…
Album Review: Triplicate by Bob Dylan
Ask any well-versed Bob Dylan admirer about why they think his legacy and his work have continued to be influential so long after their conception…
Back to School Playlist
Happy back to school! This time of year may be sad for some of you, but for others, it’s quite exciting. Either way, listen to…
A Recap of Some of the Summer’s (Good) Films
After last year’s disappointing crop of summer movies, I wasn’t exactly hopeful for this summer. Unfortunately, as of writing this, this batch of movies has…
Drag Show Review: “Return to Grey Gardens”
While in Provincetown, MA this summer, I was lucky enough to have the chance to attend my very first drag show, titled “Return to Grey…
Rock Climbing Ascends to New Heights
Rock climbing is not all it’s cracked up to be. In the last few years, the sport has experienced massive growth, particularly in its indoor…
Student Athlete Feature: Asha Duhan
After a very successful campaign last season, the girls’ tennis team looks to replicate and build upon their performance. From August until late October, they…
Bernstein’s Venture into History and Ithaca XC’s Promising Future
In over three decades of experience coaching high school cross country, and many years with track and field as well, IHS graduation coach Rich Bernstein…
Best NBA Players at Each Position
In about two months, basketball season will again be upon us. During the offseason, several major deals went down, including Jimmy Butler being dealt to…
The New Look of the Oklahoma City Thunder
Last year, the Oklahoma City Thunder ended their season with a quick four-to-one loss to the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs.…
Only Just
I wake up. Dim lights. As I fell asleep The house cracked And ached And echoed . . . Awake, now, Only just. Something…
Driving on the Highway
Mild-mannered peach sunset over colorless fields of grain. Trees are stark in intricate black. Black birds detach and fly away. Low angled light casts reflections…