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Christine Devine poses in a classroom with journalism students.
Emmy Award-Winning Anchor Christine Devine Inspires LFA Students
American flags fly next to a memorial photo of Charlie Kirk.
State Department Revokes Visas Over Charlie Kirk Comments
Jane Goodall speaks at an annual World Economic Forum conference. (Courtesy of the World Economic Forum)
Jane Goodall: A Legacy of Science and Advocacy
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
Course Tiering in the Mathematics Department
The New Normal: Math Department “Skill Checks”
Models walk at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. (Courtesy of Harper's BAZAAR)
Victoria’s Secret Steps Forward in 2025 Fashion Show
Yue Chen poses in front of the global classroom in Upper Corbin.
The Global Department: Preparing Leaders for an Interconnected World
A viral online “Dubai chocolate matcha Labubu.”
Unboxing the Lingo: Dubai Chocolate Six Seven: What Does It Mean?
Students construct natural diagrams on pen and paper.
Journey to Jamaica – Our Architectural and Learning Experience
Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is back in season. (Courtesy of @starbucks on Instagram)
Pumpkin Season is Brewing Again: A Taste of Starbucks’ 2025 Fall Menu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu greets President Donald on October 13. (Courtesy of The White House)
Israel, Hamas Agree to Ceasefire
Charlie Kirk throws caps during his "American Comeback" tour.
Charlie Kirk: The Murder That Sparked Controversy Nationwide
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
Trump meets with European leaders to discuss U.S. support of Ukraine. (Courtesy of The White House)
From Jeffrey Epstein to the Big Beautiful Bill: American Politics’ Summer of ’25
A National Guardsman patrols the National Mall. Photo by Elizabeth A. Schneider (Courtesy of The National Guard)
National Guard in Sanctuary Cities: LA, Washington D.C., Chicago
The actors in Decednants pose for a promotional photo
Descedants (2015) Movie Review
Taylor Swift's Discography, Ranked
Taylor Swift’s Discography, Ranked
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
LFA Makes an A+ a 98: The Issues With Raising the Bar
Madeleine Stastny '26 eats dinner after a shift at work.
Working and School: What I’ve Learned as a Hostess
LFA Makes an A+ a 98: The Issues With Raising the Bar
Graphic by Alexandra Zhu
A Letter from the Editors
More Than a Number: The Invisible Expectations Behind LFA’s “A+ Diversity”
Are Parents Responsible for Children’s Gun Crimes?
Why Do AP Teachers Not Teach the AP Test?
2025 MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander goes for a layup against the Houston Rockets in a preseason game.
NBA Preview: What to Expect this Upcoming Season
Max Verstappen celebrates his pole position during the Austin Grand Prix weekend.
Formula One Returns to the United States: Verstappen Wins in Austin
Chicago’s Tremaine Edmunds chases down the Commanders’ Jayden Daniels in a 25-24 win for the Bears.
Commanders Make Crucial Mistakes to Hand Bears a 25-24 Win on “Monday Night Football”
Michigan’s Tre Donaldson shoots a contested three against Wisconsin in the Big 10 tournament
College Basketball Preview
The famous Marquee outside Wrigley Field displays the game score.
Cubs Win First Playoff Series Since 2017, Advance to NLDS
Taylor Swift's Discography, Ranked
Taylor Swift’s Discography, Ranked
The official “The Late Nights and Young Romance Tour” poster.
sombr’s “The Late Nights and Young Romance Tour” Comes to Chicago
2025’s Top 10 Songs of the Summer
2025’s Top 10 Songs of the Summer
(Courtesy of Netflix on Facebook)
Movie Reviews: Happy Gilmore 2
(Courtesy of @Netflix on X)
Gunn’s ”Superman”: Working Through the Traditional “Super” Formula
Women march with signs in favor of an abortion referendum during a Maryland protest.
A Nation Divided: The Battle for Abortion Rights on the Ballot
Students participate in an SDA-organized school walkout.
Students Demand Action Stands up Against Gun Violence
Lyle and Erik Menendez sit silently at their court hearing.
The Menendez Brothers: Revisiting a Horrific Murder Case
A whiteboard is displayed with supportive notes at Apalachee High School.
A New Normal: Navigating School Shootings in 2024
Migrants out on the streets because they don't have places to stay in
The Pouring Number of Migrants in New York City
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu greets President Donald on October 13. (Courtesy of The White House)
Israel, Hamas Agree to Ceasefire
Crops of lettuce grow using the vertical farming technique inside the container farm.
Students Get to Experience the Future of Sustainable Farming
A group of people celebrate the first Earth Day in New York City.
Celebrating Earth Day: A Global Movement for a Greener Tomorrow
LGBTQ+ protesters march among the streets of Thailand.
First Southeast Asian Country to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
ChatGPT consumes thousands of liters of water for its training process. (Cartoon by Gabby Wang)
ChatGPT’s Harmful Effect on the Environment
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LFA Makes an A+ a 98: The Issues With Raising the Bar

Editorial Board
September 26, 2025

More Than a Number: The Invisible Expectations Behind LFA’s “A+ Diversity”

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May 30, 2025

Are Parents Responsible for Children’s Gun Crimes?

Editorial Board
April 30, 2025

Why Do AP Teachers Not Teach the AP Test?

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March 14, 2025

Educators or Advocates?

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January 31, 2025

Behind the Tax-Exempt Curtain: ‘Nonprofits’ Exploiting Their Titles

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November 22, 2024

Clique Culture at LFA: Has It Gone Too Far?

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October 30, 2024

Does Standardized Testing Measure Intelligence?

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September 30, 2024

School Culture Surrounding Student Leadership

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December 5, 2023

Vagueness of Dress Code

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December 5, 2023

What Does It Means To Be Eighteen?

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December 5, 2023

Cumulatives: The Quasi Final

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May 18, 2023

Calling for More Input and Student Voice at LFA

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April 26, 2022
Remote and in-person students on a zoom call.

Guide To Being a Remote Student

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May 4, 2021
A bag of Brach's Conversation Hearts being shared over a conversation

Conversation Hearts: Kiss or Miss?

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February 18, 2021
A man, a can, and some cranberry sauce: bliss.

Reranking Thanksgiving Food

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December 11, 2020
Both the freshman and senior retreats were partially held in LFA’s very own formal gardens.

The Changes Within the Freshman and Senior Retreats

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November 6, 2020

Summer Reading Failed To Read the Room

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October 1, 2020
Big Time Adolescence (2019) -- Big Time Adolescence is a Hulu Original coming-of-age story. It stars Pete Davidson in his first-ever starring role, and he exceeds any expectations. Although the movie is not necessarily the best coming-of-age movie of all time, it is still enjoyable all the way through. The film hits on multiple levels, being both funny and dramatic at times. At the end of the movie, you will only wish that it was a little bit longer. Rating: R; Director: Jason Orley; Starring: Pete Davidson, Griffin Gluck, Machine Gun Kelly, Jon Cryer

Streaming Service Suggestions

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May 5, 2020
The Spectator staff offers simple ways to cope with quarantine by enhancing or stabilizing our moods.

Ways To Cope During Quarantine

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May 4, 2020
5 Tips for Making a Quality Morning Meeting Announcement

5 Tips for Making a Quality Morning Meeting Announcement

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December 9, 2019
The students of Mr. Dozois' APUSH class wait for freedom.

The APUSH Triple

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