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The Student News Site of The Bishop's School

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Clare Malhotra

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief

Clare Malhotra was born in Boston, Massachusetts and moved to La Jolla at age nine. She is currently a senior, and this is her third year on The Tower. When she’s not crying about chemistry, she enjoys reading, playing tennis, practicing piano, rewatching Gilmore Girls, eating unhealthy foods, and sleeping. She hates hiking, wintergreen lifesavers, and putting on sunscreen. She loves singing in the car but sometimes has to stop so that her family and friends can rest their ears from her extreme offkey-ness. At least her showerhead appreciates her.

All content by Clare Malhotra
Organist Mr. Townsend has been an integral part of the Bishop's community for 30 years.

A Closing Chord: Mr. Townsend

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
Women's History Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month are just two of the holidays the library has celebrated through displays.

Booksmart

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
As a result of the drive, 70 Bishop’s students registered to vote, and 96 signed pledges to vote in the midterm election.

Inspired to Vote

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2022
Gas prices have risen past the amount that many Americans can realistically afford.

On Skyrocketing Gas Prices Amidst the War in Ukraine

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2022
Social media has offered an inside look into the Beijing Winter Olympics.

Virtual Village

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2022
On the outdoor basketball court, a rope was found fashioned in a manner reminiscent of a noose.

Beyond the Textbook

Sariah Hossain, Clare Malhotra, Kyle Berlage, Tate Vaccaro, and Crystal Li
February 25, 2022
"[Music is] a place to vent my feelings and... a great way to soothe others," Melodies for Remedies founder, Grace Sun ('23) explained. The club has performed online and in-person with volunteers like Joseph Aguilar ('22) throughout the pandemic.

Music With a Purpose

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2022
On Tuesday, February 15, the School held a blood drive in honor of Eric Proul, father of Lucille Proul ('23).

Lucille Proul (’23) Organizes Bishop’s Blood Drive

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2022
Tennis player Novak Djokovic caused a media debate when he attempted to participate in the Australian Open while unvaccinated.

Why It Matters that Tennis Star Novak Djokovic Isn’t Vaccinated

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2022
In the fall PDG show this year, Ms. Cory and the dancers portrayed a world of underwater life to demonstrate the impact that plastics and pollution have on the environment.

Something Borrowed, Something Blue

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2021
Literature with Leila (and Clare!)

Literature with Leila (and Clare!)

Leila Feldman and Clare Malhotra
December 14, 2021
Senior Cate Freundt's independent study focuses her passion for sewing into and entrepreneurial project: a bikini business.

Studying Solo: A look into the Independent Study program at Bishop’s

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2021
This painting, called Among the Ashes, was inspired by the California wildfires and society’s obsession with material goods. “When people hear evacuation, the first thing they think of is all the stuff they have to pack up,” Sharisa explained.

Activism Through Art: Sharisa You’s Senior Art Exhibition

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
October 14, 2021
Although some well-known people criticized Simone Biles' decision to withdraw from the Olympics, her teammates applauded her on social media.

Don’t Get “The Twisties” Twisted

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
August 19, 2021
Although college admissions officials often stress the emphasis of holistic admissions, or looking at an applicant's entire circumstances or personality, most colleges consider standardized test scores important benchmarks in the admissions process.

Tried and Tested

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
August 19, 2021
Pandemic Podcasts

Pandemic Podcasts

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2021
A member of Small Smile Makers, Katy Silva (‘23) prepared cookies to send to children in Renown Children’s Hospital.

Sparking Small Smiles

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2021
At age sixteen, Cole Sprouse had yet to mature physically and still looked more or less like a gawky kid.

She Doesn’t Even Go Here: The Negative Effects of Casting Twenty-Something Actors to Play Teenagers on TV

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2021
Daniel White (‘21), Lucie Edwards (‘21), and Kyle Berlage (‘22) participate in The Tower through a hybrid format. Oftentimes, in-class discussions work the same, even if some students are on campus.

Sweatpants or Social Distancing: The pros and cons of hybrid learning

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2021
In The Queen’s Gambit, main character Beth Harmon struggles with addiction as she rises into the international spotlight for her chess abilities.

Checkmate: On The Queen’s Gambit’s Rise to Popularity and Universal Appeal

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2021
Among Us has surged into popularity throughout the last couple of months, entering mainstream media and becoming a house-hold name. People can play with strangers on the Internet or in a private game with their friends.

One Imposter Remains: On Among Us rising to popularity and connecting teens throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
January 14, 2021
With the arrival of the iOS14 iPhone update, many people used widgets or customized app logos to cultivate an aesthetic home screen.

#aesthetic: On the Desire for Artsy Home Screens, School Notes, and Lives

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2020
Many people have reported increased screen time during quarantine, and sites such as Netflix, Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube reported surges in activity.

On The Social Isolating Slump

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
August 18, 2020
Trump often makes typos in his tweets.

Twitter Typos: On President Trump’s Media Management

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2020
In 2017, approximately 15.6% of children aged 6-17 in California had no Wi-Fi in their houses.

School Closures: The Difficulties of Online Learning for Public Schools

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
May 19, 2020
Many different organizations have started giving free food or products to healthcare works.

Donations for Doctors

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2020
Since the start of social distancing, the amount of pollution around the India Gate has dropped immensely. PC: Twitter @AkbaruddinIndia and edited by Clare Malhotra '22

Before and After: Why Pollution Rates Have Plummeted During Social Isolation

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
April 20, 2020
Celebrity Parris Goebel pledged that she would donate $20 for each share of her Instagram post about the Australian fires.

Altruism and Advocacy: The Ethics of a Public Celebrity Donation

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2020
The Farsi sign is on the wall in Wheeler Bailey.

International Mother Language Day Celebration Comes to Bishop’s

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2020
FEM Club: Promoting Discussions about Gender Inequality

FEM Club: Promoting Discussions about Gender Inequality

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2020
From October 11 to October 13, alumni returned and socialized with family, classmates, friends, retirees, faculty, and staff.

The Student-Alumni Club: Fostering Connections Between Past and Present

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2019
How Do Students Feel About Free Dress?

How Do Students Feel About Free Dress?

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2019
“Not everything can be learned through discussion with classmates” -Nadia Bitar(‘22) and “We learn best those things which we have figured out for ourselves.” Art by Carly Phoon ('20)

What Do You Think? An Investigation Into the Harkness Curriculum

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2019
When is the Best Time to Start Listening to Christmas Music?

When is the Best Time to Start Listening to Christmas Music?

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
November 22, 2019
Abby Beamer (‘22) uses a planner to keep track of her jam-packed daily schedule.

Just Five More Minutes: Does a Later Start Time Actually Lead to More Sleep?

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2019
The team gathered for an energetic cheer before their match.

October 15: Girls’ Varsity Tennis Dominates Rival La Jolla Country Day School

Clare Malhotra and Annalise Chang
October 20, 2019
October 17-19: She Kills Monsters

October 17-19: She Kills Monsters

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2019
Charlie Mossy (‘20) and Austin Schroeder (‘20) take the field.

October 27, 2019: Knights Crush Lancers 53-13

Clare Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief
October 10, 2019
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