Even before accusations of sexual misconduct were leveled against Brett Kavanagh, there were legitimate reasons for the confirmation hearing of a Supreme Court Justice nominee with only 34% of public support to be delayed until after November’s midterm elections. Republicans should be expected to follow the precedents that they themselvesRead More

In 2017, USC Annenberg published a report on diversity in Hollywood, finding that “exclusion is the norm rather than the exception in Hollywood.” It’s possible to argue that minority representation in the film and television industries exists, in reference to recent movies such as Black Panther and Crazy Rich Asians.Read More

How do we socially organize ourselves at Choate? Dorms, clubs, and ensembles are all ways that we connect with each other while exploring common interests, but there is one type of organization missing from the list: affinity groups. Affinity groups are organizations comprised solely of people who identify with aRead More

The introduction of the iPad Pro across campus has prompted many teachers to incorporate Apple Classroom, a function that allows teachers to, from their own iPads, view student screens, open apps on student iPads, share screens with one another, and lock student iPads without warning. On the surface, it seemsRead More

Located just off of Route 5 in Wallingford, Dad’s is a traditional American restaurant offering breakfast and lunch throughout the week. They are known for great dining and takeout, and now have a newly remodeled delivery and catering service. The restaurant has been open for 15 years and is aRead More

Hidden in the lot behind the ornate edifice of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is an unassuming, white brick building with a simple sign identifying it as St. Paul’s Thrift Shop. Once inside, one can easily navigate the small, but organized interior, filled with a multitude of items, from pajamas toRead More

As Choate students sit at their desks, writing essays, solving equations, or polishing lab reports, they can sometimes forget about the school’s incredible resources. So many of its special programs, study-abroad opportunities, new buildings and other facilities are made possible by Choate’s financial supporters, an ever-growing group of alumni andRead More

This summer, there was a complete overhaul in the wellness positions on campus. The Administration made two new hires with Dr. Miriam Cohen as the new Health Center Director and Dr. Francisco Lopez as the new Director of Counseling. Another key change was the new position taken by Ms. LibbyRead More

September brings with it the kick-off to the school year, the beginning of autumn, and  the start of the Jewish High Holidays. The two largest holidays of the year in Judaism occur within ten days of each other each year, with Rosh Hashanah stretching from sundown on September 9 toRead More