“Death is fun,” Spanish teacher Enrique, said light-heartedly as he introduced his favorite fall read, referring to how Halloween is a unique time of year when grim subjects such as death are celebrated. If you agree and are looking for something spooky, or just at times dark, to read this Halloween season, here is a list complete with recommendations from Catlin Gabel School (CGS) faculty and myself!
Read MoreScary ghosts, bloodthirsty vampires, and witches cackling in the sky are all things you might see on the 31st. Halloween is a time to dress up as the monsters that might be hiding in your closets or under your bed while going out to trick or treat for some sweets.
Read MoreAt the pinnacle of its popularity, TikTok fostered spaces for romanticizing killers. Glamorizing killers on social media is not a new phenomenon. On Tumblr and Twitter, there have long been spaces where young people shared their fantasies about infamous serial killers, like Ted Bundy or Jefferey Dahmer.
Read MoreAs temperatures get colder, autumn leaves fall, and Halloween approaches, these spooky movies are perfect to watch bundled in a blanket by a fireplace this fall.
Read MoreWith Halloween just around the corner, kids across the country are preparing their costumes, carving their pumpkins and getting ready for trick-or-treating. But perhaps the biggest excitement is for candy.
Read MoreOn Friday the 1st of October an event known as Homecoming at Catlin Gabel School (CGS) kicked off. This tradition was also known as a positive community-building event that lets students support their fellow athletes.
Read MoreSchool and stress levels can vary from generalized stress and anxiety to a feeling of decreased self-worth and confidence.
Read MoreMultiple players from the Catlin Gabel School (CGS) girls varsity soccer team have claimed to be the target of racial and sexual harassment at the Oregon Episcopal School (OES) homecoming game on Friday, September 24th.
Read MoreSAFE (Students and Friends for Equality) club, is looking to create a welcoming space for LGBTQIA + students and allies at Catlin Gabel School (CGS).
Read MoreWith limited space in the main lot and the St. Vincent parking garage being a substantial walk away, the new job of the Catlin Gabel School (CGS) Secretary to delegate carpool parking spots amongst students is a hefty one.
Read MoreKanye West’s album drops are often an ordeal, and this was especially true for his long-awaited 10th studio album, “Donda” which had a delayed and controversial release. However, the album did not live up to the hype for two Catlin Gabel School (CGS) seniors.
Read MoreThe Screeching Eagles, the potential name of the Catlin Gabel Glee club, is ecstatic to resume in-person performances during the 2021/22 school year.
Read MoreOn September 24, 2021, at 11:00 am, over 4,000 students from across Portland walked out of school and gathered at the Portland Convention Center for a common purpose: to protest for environmental justice.
Read MoreOn Friday, September 24th, the most significant climate protest in two years took place, led by students across Portland. It was a chance for students to have their voices heard and to take action.
Read MoreMembers of Alien Boy (from left: Elian Conroy, Derek McNeil, Sonia Weber, and Caleb Misclevitz). Photo by Eirinn Lou Riggs. On October 1, 2021, Alien Boy, a Portland alternative band, will play their first big show since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, celebrating the release of their sophomore album, “Don’t Know What I Am .”
Read MoreSummer has arrived, which means for many people it’s time to travel. However the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated our globetrotting habits. We surveyed Catlin Gabel School Upper School students to see what their destinations are this summer and onwards. We then made a guide to some of the most popular destinations at the local, national, and global level, keeping in mind COVID-19 safety guidelines.
Read MoreIn light of the pandemic and advances in technology, social media has become a driving force for activism, particularly for young people. Social media activism offers many benefits - information is condensed into a way that is accessible to a large number of people,and easily shareable. However, with its ease, one can often be swept away by pastel-colored information, and issues can become oversimplified or misrepresented. In this article, I asked two CGS alums, one Jewish, one Palestinian, about social media activism in light of the recent eve
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