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Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

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“The Sound of Music” stars Julie Andrews as Maria.

“The Sound of Music” Turns 60: An Anniversary Retrospective Half a Century Later

Ishani Agrawal ’28, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
60 years after its release, the hills are still alive with “The Sound of Music.”
The Paw Spa has become a favorite among DMV pet owners.

Small Business Spotlight: The Paw Spa Makes DMV Pets Stylish

Norah Chang ’28 and Maya Ahmad ’28 March 27, 2025
The Paw Spa, situated in Alexandria, Va., is a premier grooming salon for all types of animals, including dogs and cats of all breeds.
“Uncanny” aims to reclaim artistic depictions of women through surrealism.

“Uncanny” Exhibition Unsettles Viewers and Challenges Perceptions of Women

Angie Spadafora ’28, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
The latest exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts features works by female artists such as Martine Gutierrez, Ann Hamilton and Connie Imboden, exploring an idea popularized by Australian neurologist Sigmund Freud.
Goodwin has been teaching English for 17 years.

English Teacher Samantha Goodwin Encourages Confidence and Humor

Angie Spadafora ’28, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
Sidwell English teacher Samantha Goodwin always wanted to become a teacher.
Ralph Fiennes delivers a powerful performance in “Conclave.”

“Conclave” Examines Ambition and Faith With Stunning Cinematography

Ashika Agrawal ’25, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
Based on the Robert Harris novel of the same time, “Conclave” follows Cardinal Thomas Lawrence as he tries to organize a conclave, all while uncovering secrets about the late pope and candidates.
The Be’la Donas are an all-female Go-go group.

The Be’la Donas Go-Go Music Group Visits Sidwell Friends

Petra Kawesi-Mukooza ’27, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
The Be’la Donas, who visited Sidwell on February 26, are an all-female Go-go group that aims to continue promoting the genre, working towards the goals of educating the community on the resilient history of African Americans, bringing people together and teaching them how to have a good time.
Reddit college admissions communities like r/ChanceMe encourage unhealthy comparison between students.

“I Might Be Hopeless”: r/ChanceMe and Toxic College Admissions Communities

Nicole Hobson ’28, Staff Writer March 27, 2025
With college application deadlines in the past and admission decisions on the horizon, high school seniors around the country are increasingly seeking anxiety-quelling advice.
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