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Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

Horizon

Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

Horizon

Critics have given mixed reviews thus far to the rookie campaigns of the 2024 NBA Draft.

The NBA Rookie Draft Class: Way Too Early Outlooks

Edward Friedman ’26, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
After a star-studded 2023 draft featuring Victor Wembenyama, Brandon Miller, and  Amen and Ausar Thompson, the NBA’s 2024-25 draft class has been remarkably quiet.
On Nov. 13, five seniors committed seniors signed to their NCAA Division I universities in the Pearson Athletic Center.

Five Sidwell Seniors Participate in National Signing Day

Gardiner Dietrich ’27, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
On Nov. 13, five seniors committed seniors signed to their NCAA Division I universities: Avery Coleman to Dartmouth College, Navi Kawesi-Mukooza to Old Dominion University, Acaden Lewis to University of Kentucky, Lia Nathan to Stanford University and Jalen Rougier-Roane to George Washington University.
Sidwell Girls Varsity Tennis wins the Independent School League for the fourth consecutive year.

Sidwell Fall Varsity Sports Season Comes to an End

Suomo Quarshie ‘27, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
Nov. 10 marked the official end of this year's fall sports season. Throughout the season, many student athletes and teams saw great success.
In the 37th America’s Cup, Emirates Team New Zealand won its third consecutive title.

History Made at the 37th America’s Cup Hosted in Barcelona

Olivia Sisson '27, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
The 37th Louis Vuitton America's Cup took place in Barcelona this summer.
In the Knicks’ playoff run during the 2023-24 season, Hart averaged 11.5 rebounds.

Editorial: Sidwell Alumnus Josh Hart is the NBA’s Best Rebounding Guard

Edward Friedman ’26 and Parker Medlin ’26 November 25, 2024
For years, NBA two-time most valuable player and nine-time all-star Russell Westbrook has been touted as the best rebounding guard in the game of basketball. However, over the past few years, a new guard has emerged: Josh Hart ’13. 
The Los Angeles Dodgers secure a win against the New York Yankees in the World Series.

Editorial: Sports Writer Reviews the MLB Postseason

Stephen Koopersmith ’26, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
This year, Major League Baseball saw one of the craziest postseasons in its illustrious history.
Female Celebrities Influence Young Voter Base

Female Celebrities Influence Young Voter Base

Julia Pitt ’28, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
From Taylor Swift to Julia Roberts, countless female celebrities endorsed Kamala Harris for president.
Seniors Lead the Way in Student Political Involvement

Seniors Lead the Way in Student Political Involvement

Cooper Dwight ’27, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
For many Sidwell seniors, voting in the 2024 election is a significant milestone, marking their transition from high school students to young adults

Sidwell Community Shares Thoughts on Election Results

Naomi Sedwick '26, Social Media Manager November 25, 2024
Horizon asked students and faculty around campus about their thoughts and feelings surrounding the election before and after Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Sidwell Community Reminisces on Past Halloween Costumes

Lane Kaplan '28, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
Halloween is a special time of the year for many children and adults. Most Sidwell students can remember a time when they dressed up as a pumpkin, superhero, or a princess. 

Sidwell LAS Students and Larger Community Celebrate Día de los Muertos

Julia Pitt ’28, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday celebrated annually on November 1-2 in Mexico, Central America, and other communities of Mexican heritage worldwide.

Freshman Class Enjoys Trip to Butler’s Orchard

Clara McQuaid '27, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
On Sept. 21, Sidwell's freshman class left for what has become an annual tradition of a field trip to Butler’s Orchard.
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