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Hate Speech or Free Speech?

Hate Speech or Free Speech?

Pali students flooded the quad on Tuesday, May 23, gathering en masse to witness a demonstration organized by senior Michael Francoeur. Standing silently in the middle of the quad and holding up a “Trump...

Satire: 2024? It’s More Like 1984

Satire: 2024? It’s More Like 1984

Nico Troedsson, Features Editor June 2, 2023

Pali Princical Dr. Pam Magee informed the community of the school’s proposed one-to-one Device Program on May 12, 2023. The program, scheduled for the 2023-24 academic year, will provide school-owned...

Mental Health Joins the Starting Lineup

Mental Health Joins the Starting Lineup

Kylie Lupescu, Staff Writer June 2, 2023

Sports have been the most consistent activity in my life. For almost twelve years, rain or shine, winter or summer, I was in a pool. I grew up with the competition, the rigor, the win-all, lose-all spirit....

Redefining Success: Lessons Learned from the Starship Explosion

Redefining Success: Lessons Learned from the Starship Explosion

Nico Troedsson, Features Editor May 31, 2023

On April 20, 2023 at 9:28 a.m., millions watched as SpaceX’s new unmanned spacecraft, Starship, thundered off its launchpad. Four minutes later, the rocket exploded.  What was meant to be a 90-minute...

A Letter to the Class of 2024 from the Class of 2023

A Letter to the Class of 2024 from the Class of 2023

Disclaimer: We are not experts of the college application process. The advice given in this article reflects the opinions of Tideline’s Class of 2023 and may not apply to everyone. Dear Juniors, Just...

Misguided Legislation Targets Transgender Athletes

Misguided Legislation Targets Transgender Athletes

Elise Larsson, Opinion Editor April 28, 2023

Throughout my life as an athlete, I have recognized both my skills and weaknesses. I’m fast and conveniently gifted with the stamina of an 80-year-old asthmatic chain smoker; although I can run fast,...

The College Board’s “Non-Profit” Monopoly on Student Anxiety

The College Board’s “Non-Profit” Monopoly on Student Anxiety

Arik Kraft, Sports Editor April 24, 2023

The notorious College Board, responsible for the SAT, Advanced Placement (AP) classes and AP exams, generates over 1.5 billion dollars every year, according to ProPublica. This “nonprofit” organization...

Theater Review: “Matilda” is Marvelous

Theater Review: “Matilda” is Marvelous

Samantha (Sam) Sonnett, Staff Writer March 29, 2023

Pali students told the intriguing story of “Matilda” in a colorful performance in Mercer Hall between March 16 and 25. Born to unconventional parents, young and gifted Matilda is not afraid to call...

Since Students are Earning Grades, Shouldn’t Teachers Be Getting Them, Too?

Since Students are Earning Grades, Shouldn’t Teachers Be Getting Them, Too?

Nico Troedsson, Features Editor March 17, 2023

Learning is an agreement between two parties: the instructor who agrees to teach and the student who agrees to learn. Like any form of communication, instruction is an exchange, and in this case, it’s...

M&M’s® “Spokescandies” Threaten Our Democracy

M&M’s® “Spokescandies” Threaten Our Democracy

Gigi Appelbaum-Schwartz and Arik Kraft March 15, 2023

M&M’s® have officially rebranded, shocking America — and for good reason. The once sexy “spokescandies” have been seriously altered to fit an overtly progressive agenda. Most notably, the...

Willow Project has Far-Reaching Implications 

Willow Project has Far-Reaching Implications 

Gigi Appelbaum-Schwartz, Features Editor March 7, 2023

The Willow Project, a massive oil-drilling initiative in Alaska, has been trudging through its permitting process since 2018, but the Biden administration is set to make a final decision regarding its...

The Dystopia’s Tale: Persisting Messages Throughout the Ages

The Dystopia’s Tale: Persisting Messages Throughout the Ages

Katia Stutz, Managing Editor March 3, 2023

Dystopian novels have been used to mirror issues and send a message regarding choice, propaganda, censorship and other subjects. Despite some of these books being written decades ago, they are still commonly...

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