From May 11 to May 22, students in the US and across the world took their Advanced Placement (AP) exams online. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this was the first time in AP history that students were able to take their tests at home and not in a traditional classroom setting with a proctor….
Finding Meaning in the Chaos
Art has always been a subjective topic, and many people have different opinions on it. Over the years, there has been a noticeable rise in the amount of contemporary pieces created. Contemporary art is just what it sounds like – art made in the current time period. However, contemporary art has received a certain stigma…
How to Volunteer During Social Distancing
As social distancing continues to limit one’s ability to go outside, high school students are anxious about their extracurriculars and volunteer service hours. These weeks of quarantine have definitely put us all into a state of anxiety and worry for the days ahead. However, there are still ways to be a part of the community…
Uh Oh, Masks in the Summer?
It has been normalized for most citizens to wear masks when going outside. Whether you are going to the supermarket or a walk after dinner, you see masks, securely placed over each face. But, recognizing that temperatures are rising these days in Los Angeles, will masks remain a must even in the sweltering heat of…
Creative Ways of Celebrating: Drive-By
As the COVID – 19 issue continues, people have started to get used to the new changes in their lives, and formulate new, brilliant ways of celebrating others special days by driving by and congratulating them. People, tired of staying home all day and unable to celebrate special events with their friends, used the idea…
How to make a Refreshing Treat: Korean Patbingsu!
Since the beginning of quarantine, I have found myself spending more time at home with my family. Amidst busying myself with AP examss, my mother proposed an idea to make a traditional Korean shaved ice dessert. I took this opportunity to take a break from studying and spend quality family-bonding time. The most popular…
How the Boy Scouts Have Adjusted During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During this COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses and organizations have needed to adjust greatly to ensure the safety of their communities, employees, and participants. One of these corporations is the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), an organization I have been a part of for over two years. As a Boy Scout, one starts off at…
Bringing TEDxBOHS Online
“TEDx” is a program created by the TED organization, which was built to provide everyday people the opportunity to host their own speech events in their local areas. With over 30,000 past events hosted across the world, TEDx is a program widely used by many groups, to give participants the ability to speak about their…
An Introduction to Painting
Quarantine has lasted far longer than anyone thought it would, and each day that passes seems to drain every creative idea. However, there is one activity that can bring energy to these times – painting. It may be one of the most common activities in the area of art, but it is also one of the…
Activities that Prioritize Mental Health During Quarantine
The world around us is moving fast — one day, we’re celebrating the start of a new decade, and seemingly the next, we’ve been caught up in a pandemic that’s sweeping across the globe. For some people, it is a devastating crisis that puts them on edge for their loved ones’ safety; for others, it…