By Elyse Hychong, Banner Staff Charli XCX’s album brat, released on June 7, 2024, sparked a viral Internet trend and cultural phenomenon this past summer. The “brat” trend has encompassed dances, lime green, and even American politics–but what exactly is “brat”? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the term “brat” as “an ill-mannered annoying child.” Interestingly, the …
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New Year and Three New Winsor Classes
By Elina Suri, Banner Staff The 2024–25 school year has been off to a splendid start, with classes, co-curriculars, and events well underway. This year, Winsor’s academic offerings have broadened even further to include three new electives: a STEM course, Information Science, and two performing arts classes, Songwriting Exploration and Musical Theater. Winsor’s new STEM …
The Unspoken Language: ASL at Winsor
By Julia Bae and Chloe Lien Banner Staff and Contributing Writer There are currently more than 7,000 different languages worldwide. Although all of these languages are essential channels of communication, they serve different purposes and represent the influences of diverse groups of people. American Sign Language (ASL) is one such language—communicated completely non-verbally—that is becoming …
Massachusetts Ballot: Five Issues to Care About
By Grette Buttner, Banner Staff The Massachusetts Ballot questions present five important issues regarding pre-existing and new legislation, which Massachusetts residents will vote on during Election Day. Depending on the results, the laws concerning each ballot initiative will either be updated or remain the same. The first ballot question would allow the State Auditor, an officer who examines state entities to ensure the government is working well, to alter not only state entities but the legislature’s processes and responsibilities themselves. Proponents of the initive claim this power will allow for more transparency in the Massachusetts Legislature. Counterarguments maintain that the change will disrupt the balance of power within the Legislature.
Winsor Really Needs to Be Much More Spirited!
By Nina Gersen, Banner Staff A few weeks ago, I stayed at Winsor after school and ended up watching one of the Varsity Field Hockey games. A few parents from both teams, some teachers, and the head of school from the opposing team were also in attendance, but barely any other Winsor students were watching. …
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