Asian tokenization: Not just in the movies
In the ongoing struggle against institutional racism in the U.S., oftentimes what is first and foremost discussed is the lack of representation of people of color, whether that be in the workplace or media.
Mainstream representation lacks quality
In the ongoing struggle against institutional racism in the U.S., oftentimes what is first and foremost discussed is the lack of representation of people of color, whether that be in the workplace or media.
BHS Arab-American recognition is crucial
Berkeley High School is exceptional among American high schools for its history as the first to have an African American Studies Department, voluntarily desegregate, require ethnic studies credits for graduation, and for its numerous ethnic studies classes which serve to elaborate upon and correct the limited, traditional narrative of American history and literature.
Climate action must become more accessible and affordable
“Buy an electric car, install solar panels on top of your house, and don’t forget to pay for your carbon offsets!” In the grand scheme of combating climate change, the narrative often centers around expensive lifestyle overhauls like these.
Blind auditions vastly benefit musicians
Every year about 100 students audition to be in Berkeley High School’s prestigious Jazz Band. The BHS Jazz Band was founded in 1960 and has evolved into a full program of 5 bands each year ranging from Jazz 1 to the most experienced Jazz Ensemble.
‘Girl dinner’ TikTok trends are harmful
Trends on social media are constantly cycling in and out of popularity. With that, it can be difficult to decipher which of these trends are innocent, and which of them are harmful.
Personal laptops: Tools for engagement
Technology has an undeniable impact on learning: 96 percent of teachers nationwide agree that technology increases student engagement. While the widespread availability of Chromebooks at Berkeley High School has drastically improved, there are still times when they are hard to access.