Blog Archive
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2024 U.S. Election Reading Guide: Essential Books on Democracy & Politics
As the United States approaches the 2024 presidential election (Tuesday, November 5, 2024), it’s crucial to understand the complex forces shaping American democracy and politics. With ongoing debates about identity, economic inequality, global influence and democratic principles, the upcoming election demands informed engagement from voters. Our Senior School library display brings together essential books that…
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Spooky Reads for Halloween: Discover Our Horror Book Display!
As Halloween approaches, the Senior Library is bringing chills to the bookshelves with a special Halloween horror book display. Curated for students from Year 7 to Year 13, and even teachers, this collection is designed to satisfy a range of tastes – from eerie classics to modern, spine-tingling tales. A Frighteningly Good Selection This year,…
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Lights, Camera, Action! A Recap of A Critical Film Exhibition
Last week, as part of the Arts Enrichment Week the library hosted a captivating Film exhibition, providing students with a unique opportunity to explore the world of cinematography. From iconic film techniques to hands-on experimentation, this event provided a memorable experience for all. Film Showcase: Attendees were treated to a curated selection of critically acclaimed films,…
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Celebrating Hangul Day: Unveiling Hidden Treasures
Guk-Hyun Nam Did you know that Hangul, our beloved Korean alphabet, has a secret mathematical side? While most of us are familiar with King Sejong’s creation of Hangul in 1443, few realize that the shapes of the consonants are actually based on articulatory phonetics. The design of each letter represents the shape of the mouth,…
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Books That Shaped My Journey: Recommendations for Young Readers
Chandler Y13 If reading is a journey, it’s a weird one. You don’t remember where it started; you don’t know where it ends. No pandemic restrictions apply. There are the landmarks everybody knows and the used-to-be landmarks that English teachers know and the will-be landmarks that — unlike this metaphor — are going better places…
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