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Why doesn’t plastic biodegrade? What makes ice cubes float and the plates of the earth move? What's so concerning about the acidification of the ocean? Reasons abound for loving science, whether for its ability to answer these questions or for how it reveals the wondrous size and scope of the universe. What we call matter, …
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Lori Cohen – teacher of humanities, literature, writing, religion and philosophy – discusses how professional development has informed and continues to enhance her classes past, present and future. In particular, she speaks to her recent, NEH grant-funded course and the role it has played in shaping her upcoming new class at The Bay School. This …
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The Bay School cross country team ventured to sunny, breezy Golden Gate Park last Wednesday for a tri-meet against Lick-Wilmerding High School and The Drew School. The 2.95-mile, rolling course proved challenging to all runners, especially those team members with injuries and slight illnesses. Erik finished top among boys from The Bay School, with a …
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Anti-sexism activist and educator Jackson Katz talked with students, faculty and staff yesterday afternoon and parents, guardians and other members of the community last night. Thoroughly knowledgeable, remarkably personable and truly inspirational, Katz invited everyone to think critically about gender in the media and their lives. To begin his presentation, Katz explained his personal interest …
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Martin, co-captain with Alex, speaks to the state of the team and this year’s goals. On attitude… The team is generally more positive this year than it was last year. I feel there’s a little bit more in the way of tenacity among this year’s players. Goals… We have room to improve both relationally – …
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