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Pitctured are Bitmojis, a feature Snapchat users can personalize to themselves, essentially gamifying the app. From left to right, these are the Bitmojis of Sophie Arrowsmith ('26), Stevie Turquand ('26), Brandon Agbayani ('26), and Duje Lulic.
Snap Out of It!
Yina Shate, Content Editor • November 22, 2024

Snapchat is like a playground. Just as sharing monkey bars and swings provide the perfect tools to form new friendships, snap scores and streaks create the same type of setting — only now, the connections can be as fleeting and hasty as the messages...

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For years, Democrats have embraced political correctness and cancel culture, while President-elect Donald Trump fought against it. On November 5th, the American people sided with Trump. “Democrats spend way too much time trying not to offend anyone,” wrote Maureen Dowd, a columnist for The New York Times, after the election. “Donald Trump played to the irritation of many Americans disgusted at being regarded as insensitive for talking the way they’d always talked.”
Democrats Embraced Identity Politics. It Cost Them the Election.
Ben Brown, Editor-in-Chief • November 16, 2024

The American people have spoken.  In a choice between a party of political correctness and identity politics and a party that strays so far from these values, America sided with the latter. But 75 million people did not propel President-elect Donald...

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Autism is a lot more complicated than many expect. Symptoms vary because each autistic person’s brain is different, and thus, it is measured on a spectrum instead of a linear scale.
What You Need to Know About Your Peers with Autism
Lisa Pan, Graphics Editor • August 30, 2024

I remember the day my autistic brother ran out of our house when my parents and I were away. It was his first time being home alone and he had wandered off into one of our neighbors’ backyards. He had the police called on him and my parents dropped...

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MEDIA
Eager students crowded around the pie eating contestants, rooting for who they hoped to win. Caden Yang (‘28) said, “I have my friends there. I told them to watch me compete.”
A Round of Apple-ause for Kindness Crew’s First Annual Fall Fest
Ivy Yang and Michelle Wang December 3, 2024

Students dove headfirst into the season of fall with Fall Fest—except those participating in the pie-eating contest, who plunged headfirst into their plate of pie instead.  The Upper School lunch on November 8, 2024 marked the first-ever fall festival...

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The Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Team lines up in front of the “Senior” balloon letters together to soak it all in before the game begins.
Girls Volleyball Stars Shine at Senoir Night
Isabelle Banaie, Staff Writer • December 3, 2024

The entire gym was filled with love as the Bishop’s Girls Volleyball team held their senior night on October 18th, celebrating their three seniors: Captains Lyla Beamer and Sierra Lever, and Evelyn Walker, at their home game against Classical Academy....

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Bishop’s Values Committee approaches discipline with a unique lens: student support. Dean of Students Ms. Michelle Shea described it as a “sort of soft process” in some ways.
Dealing with Discipline: Bishop’s Values Committee
Summer Hu, Editor-in-Chief • December 3, 2024

A group of old men stare down at you from a platform while they decide your fate. They seem tyrannical, as the committee head crashes the gavel on the block to command the room’s attention. This Al Pacino standoff in Scent of a Woman is one of the most...

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Singer Chappell Roan came under fire when she told The Guardian she was not endorsing Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. election. Roan responded to criticism about her comment in two Tiktok videos. At the end of the second video she admitted for the first time: “I’m voting for f*king Kamala.”
Casting their Voice
Nora Bitar, Managing Editor • November 22, 2024

Taylor Swift, Kanye West, Bad Bunny, Billy Ray Cyrus, Charli XCX, Da Baby. These are just a few of the popular singers who publicly supported a candidate for the 2024 election. And in addition to the hundreds of artists who have spoken out, there is...

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It’s almost Halloween, which means it’s time to rewatch all your favorite fall movies and shows — and maybe try a few new ones!
(Mildly) Spooky Movies for Spooky Season
Lucy Marek, Lead Content Editor • November 3, 2024

Are you scared of all the horror movies your friends are watching but don’t want to see Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Beetlejuice for the 100th time? Are you looking for something to get you into the holiday spirit without...

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With the multitude of streaming services now available, it can be difficult to find someone who owns the same ones and watches the same shows on them.
Scarcer Cultural Connectivity?
Lucy Marek, Lead Content Editor • August 25, 2024

Chances are you recognize the names Monica, Chandler, Joey, Phoebe, Rachel, and Ross from Friends, but have you heard of Janine Teagues from Abbott Elementary? You might know of Homer, Marge, Lisa, and Bart Simpson, but have you seen an episode of The...

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OUR PICKS
Ninth graders (left to right) Jack Cassidy, Sam Harvey, Enzo Liotta, Max Nguyen, Chace Sun, Beckett Nielsen, Jonah Hong, Will Kelly, JT Cochrane, Reid Dielman, Theo Lightner (on the iPad), and Ryder Sherman (not shown), in a Fantasy Football league gathered at Max’s house to draft players together at the start of the season.
Playing From the Sidelines: Fantasy Football
Ivy Yang and Maggie Hu November 22, 2024

In the world of sports, not all heroes wear bulky helmets or flashy cleats. Enter the realm of fantasy football — a game where students become coaches, strategists, and even entrepreneurs. In it, the playing field transforms into a digital battleground,...

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Just moments before the game the Bishop's Knights football team lined up at the end of the endzone taking in the meaningful singing of the national anthem, signaling the start of yet another battle for victory.
Gamed Out, Rained Out: Knights vs. Eagles
Coco Kuehn, Staff Writer • November 12, 2024

The Bishop's Knights and the Santa Fe Christian Eagles began the battle for the title of 2024 Coastal League Champions at 7:00 pm on Saturday, November 2nd. But, for the Knights, the battle-prep started earlier in the day during their traditional...

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Varsity Coach Paula Conway talking to the girls after their win versus Canyon Crest, the score being 2 to 0 on October 25.
Bishop’s Girls Field Hockey: Best in the West!
Stevie Turquand, Staff Writer • November 3, 2024

As the number one team in California, the Bishop’s Girls' Field Hockey Team is better than ever. But this success did not transpire overnight. When asked what makes the team so strong, Coach Paula Conway, Director of Athletics and the Varsity Field...

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The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 3)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the third episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 2)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the second episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 1)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the first episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

International Mother Language Day 2024 Video
Eliana Leff ('26), Guest Writer • March 11, 2024

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The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf
Haolin Luo, Guest Writer • May 25, 2023

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Stand Your Ground Laws: What You Need to Know
Seth Pintar, Guest Writer • May 10, 2023

As many of you have heard, the United States is facing the tragic reality of gun violence. However, it wasn’t just one incident of gun violence that shocked us; it was multiple incidences of people dying of gun violence. These incidents include the...

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fly high
Kayley Xu, Guest Writer • May 7, 2023

“Icarus, flying high because of his youthful recklessness, fell into the sea because the wax that fastened the feathers together melted from the sun.” (Daedalus, Siculus)    Perhaps the story of Icarus  should not dissuade us from  flying...

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The Premium Bosom Boiled in Various Herbs (upper right hand corner) from Yuk Dae Jang is everything you could ever want in a dish — the pork is tender, the lettuce wrap gives it a nice crunch, and the seasoned spicy radish and pickled sour plums take it to another level. The Prime Beef Bulgogi with Glass Noodle (upper left) is a classic and is a great option for those who want something delicious and reliable.
Sydney’s Suggestions: (Kinda) New Kids on the Block
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • June 1, 2024

San Diego has grown to be quite the food hub over the past few years — restaurants continue to get creative with their dishes, there’s an abundance of new spots in Kearney Mesa, and quick takeout places keep popping up. So for this second-to-last...

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This Manhattan food truck is home to one of the best street eats on the planet — a combo platter with some crispy fries from The Halal Guys. The perfect midnight meal, it’s satisfying, fresh, and insanely flavorful. It’s what food-cravings are made of. Although this is a photo from their original location on W. 53rd in NYC, The Halal Guys has seriously expanded their franchise, including a couple locations in Irvine, CA.
Sydney’s Suggestions: SoCal All-Stars
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • May 9, 2024

It’s finally here. The moment none of us have been waiting for — the last edition of Syd’s Suggestions. Over these past two years, together, we’ve discovered the best food in just about every category, right here, in sunny San Diego. Tacos, croissants,...

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These are my absolute favorite steamed buns from Sunny Dumpling House — chive and egg. They are literal perfection packed into a fluffy cloud. To dip, I have vinegar with a sprinkle of sugar, sesame oil, a drop of soy sauce, and a ton of chili oil. Bliss.
Sydney’s Suggestions: Best Dumpling Houses in San Diego
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • March 6, 2024

Dumplings are arguably one of the food groups that people all across the globe associate the most with Chinese cuisine. Enjoy these recommendations for when your next dumpling craving rushes over, but you don’t have time to wait three hours outside...

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On February 28, 2024, the first episode of the 46th season of "Survivor" will be released on CBS.
Tuning In to Season 2: Returning TV Shows in 2024
Lucy Marek, Lead Content Editor • February 9, 2024

From sitcoms to psychological thrillers to reality TV, 2024 will bring us plenty more of the shows we’ve come to love. But with so many options these days, it can be hard to know where to start — here are five great shows to look forward to in the...

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