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The Student News Site of The Bishop's School

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Isadora Blatt

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief

Isadora is a senior and an Editor-in-Chief. A four-year member of The Tower, she loves to write about a variety of topics, from school coverage to national events that affect the Bishop’s community and beyond. Outside of journalism, she plays violin in Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra and dances, her favorite style being hip-hop. She believes that SZA’s “Ctrl” album is the best album on this earth and hopes to be her top listener on Spotify this year. 

All content by Isadora Blatt
Philosophy in the Dune book series is heavily based on Islam, and the movie Dune: Part Two depicts clothing and rituals similar to Islamic tradition in many scenes.

Dune Part 2: Sand, Spectacle, and Society

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2024
Riley Brunson (‘24) decided to give up Starbucks, which she “relies on a lot,” for the 40 days of Lent this year.

Lent: Bishop’s Perspectives

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2024
Seniors Steven Yin, Giacomo Berti, Nathan Xiong, and Serena Zhang played “Tico Tico,” a Brazilian piece featuring a surprise triangle solo by Giacomo. “It doesn’t feel like I’ve gotten enough years with the orchestra family,” said Serena. “But the seniors have all been bonding by doing bigger chamber groups.”

‘Orchestra is Life’

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2024
No Questions Asked

No Questions Asked

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2024
Paisley Rekdal read a selection of poems from her book, West: A Translation, for students and faculty on November 6.

Poet Paisley Rekdal: Translating History

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2023
When Bishop’s students walked into the chapel during the week of Diwali with bare feet and foreheads adorned with bindi, they were greeted by bright decorations and an altar to the Goddess Lakshmi.

Shubh Diwali!

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2023
Justin Bieber posted an inaccurate graphic to his Instagram story four days after the current conflict began.

The Dangers of Social Media Amidst the Israel-Hamas Conflict

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2023
Ms. Thomas Takes the Torch

Ms. Thomas Takes the Torch

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2023
Jerry Huber (‘24) (right) acted in Ben Hollingshead’s (‘24) short “Love and Information,” stepping onto the stage as an actor rather than tech member for the first time in his high school career.

Short and Sweet

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2023
The Supreme Court voted 6–3 against race-conscious college admissions.

Affirmative Action: A Process of the Past

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
August 23, 2023
Anna Balsdon (‘24) makes her way across a stream on a trek through West Bali National Park.

Once in a Lifetime

Sydney Chan and Isadora Blatt
May 24, 2023
On Tuesday, May 9, Students Demand Action held a bake sale as well as orange free dress for the whole school to raise awareness and support the fight against gun violence.

Outrage Into Action

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2023
Sophomores Ella Willingham and Laine Jeffrey pose with their Stanley cups that they loyally bring to school and practice every day.

Stanley Stans

Isadora Blatt and Leila Feldman
May 9, 2023

Ballin’ in Bali

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2023
Bishop’s Jazz ensembles performed in their final concert of the year.

“About Time” For Some Jazz!

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2023
Beatriz Gonzalez and Jose Hernandez, the mother and stepfather of Nohemi Gonzalez, are accusing YouTube of promoting terrorism videos that led to her killing.

Supreme Court Treads Carefully with Internet Algorithms

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
March 16, 2023
In a matter of weeks, Alix Earle gained a following of millions by posting simple beauty and lifestyle videos.

The Ticking Clock of TikTok Fame

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2023
Ms. Cory was a beloved dance teacher, mentor, colleague, and friend in the Bishop's community.

Remembering Ms. Cory

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2022
As of October, Sarah Kaplan ('23) is a published artist on all platforms.

The Kaplan Career

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2022
Mr. Melton is returning to Bishop's this year after 5 years of working at the Old Globe.

Mr. Melton: The Technicalities

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2022
Eric Chen ('24) worked as a student aide at Gateways, where he helped out with magic class for first and second graders.

Knights at Work

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2022
At 7467 Girard Ave, Pannikin had a blooming, colorful atmosphere where anyone could feel welcomed.

A Tribute to Pannikin

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
Mr. Paulin and his wife Christa have two kids, Lucy (3 years old) and Leo (6 months).

Curtain Call: Mr. Paulin

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
Clare has spent countless hours working on articles for The Tower. We're going to miss her so much next year!

Celebrating Clare

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2022
Bella Myer (‘22), Cami Farrell (‘22), Karina Kadia (‘22), and Sara Hamadeh (‘22) ran into James Charles on the first day of the festival.

Sighted in the Springs

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2022
“[Vanity sizing] is a much farther-reaching problem," said costume designer Mrs. Jean Moroney.

The Great Sizing Dilemma

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2022
The pandemic was a time for many people to explore new hobbies. For example, Spencer Ralph ('24) and his family did a project with chalk art in their newfound free time.

2 Years Ago, Today

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2022
Bishop's freshman Allison Moores is a published author with a wide variety of other interests.

More About Moores

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2022
Last Friday, the Starry Knights Barbershop Quartet performed in their last Singers’ Showcase with senior Joseph Aguilar (left).

Singers’ Showcase: A Night of Firsts and Lasts

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2022
Early 2022, Netflix's new blockbuster Don't Look Up climbed the charts to become the 3rd-most viewed Netflix movie of all time.

Looking Down on Don’t Look Up

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2022
“My hope is that we are at the worst part of COVID right now, and it will die down,” Ms. Williamson said. “Then, we should be fine by March.”

Formal Postponed: How Certain Can We Be?

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2022
Two days after the concert, Scott posted a 1-minute, 29-second long apology video in black and white to his Instagram story.

The Aftermath of Astroworld: Who is to blame?

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
December 3, 2021
Released on September 7th, Squid Game is the first Korean show ever to hit No. 1 on Netflix in the U.S.

Lost in Translation

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2021
On July 10th, the Build A Miracle club finished the building process for a family in Tijuana, who was overjoyed.

Building Miracles

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2021
Buffalo Exchange is a thrift store with locations in Pacific Beach and Hillcrest that has a variety between on-trend and vintage clothing.

Do You Even Thrift?

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2021
Star Cykel is a bike rental store on Norrebrogade, the main shopping street of Copenhagen.

Pedal Assist to the Metal

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
October 14, 2021
Mrs. Kim Cooper, the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, will be retiring after ten years of dedicated work at Bishop’s.

Departing Faculty: Mrs. Kim Cooper

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2021
Many trends that originated on TikTok are directly replicated on Reels. For example, here, the creator starts with the camera in front of their face, then turns to the side to reveal them lip syncing behind their hand, admitting that they are “singing along if…” as the caption reads.

Tiktok: The Real Reels

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2021
Three bishop’s students pose in front of Bishops’ Scripps Hall in the early 1980s. If any readers know who they are, contact us!

80s Craze: Mrs. Beamer, Mr. Kim, and Mr. Assaf discuss the rise of 80s trends

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2021
This year’s ball drop in Times Square was especially meaningful, bringing a final end to the unfortunate year of 2020.

Failed Resolutions

Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief
January 13, 2021
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