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Students are frustrated with the price of the entrance fee.
Schools Pay Entrance Fee for Annual Chorus Concert
May 12, 2026
Students feel differently about the Forest Service’s decision.
US Forest Service will move its headquarters from DC to Utah
May 12, 2026
Thousands gathered at Cocoa Beach, Florida, to watch the rocket launch.
Artemis II Moon Mission Launches
May 12, 2026
Gas prices have shot up following the war in Iran.
Average Gas Prices Increase to over $4
May 12, 2026
Sidwell students have expressed their fears over the proposal.
Pentagon Debates Using Anti-Drone Lasers in Washington
May 12, 2026
Sudents went on a tour of Chinatown with the 1882 Foundation.
Sidwell History and Language Students Take a Field Trip to Chinatown
April 6, 2026
One dose of the vaccine is 93% effective.
Measles Outbreak Spreads Rapidly Throughout the DMV
April 2, 2026
Sidwell students were paired with buddies from Fudan Fuzhong.
Sidwell Hosts Exchange Students from Shanghai
April 2, 2026
President Donald Trump makes threats to bomb Iran if they reject the U.S.’ s demands.
Israel and the United States Launch Attacks on Iran
April 2, 2026
El Mencho.
Mexican Government Kills Drug Lord “El Mencho”
April 2, 2026
Rising gas prices affect the livelihood of Americans.
Immediate Action Needed to Lower Rising Gas Prices
May 12, 2026
Many fans are disappointed that they may not be able to attend the FIFA World Cup due to prices.
FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices Are Not Just
May 12, 2026
Trump’s proposition to leave the NATO alliance has resulted in backlash from U.S. organizations, government officials and citizens across America.
United States Must Stay in NATO Alliance
May 12, 2026
Many young people who want to vote find themselves unable to do so due to Trump’s new voting policy.
Trump’s New Voting Policy Suppresses Young Voters
May 12, 2026
Schools across the nation are implementing personal finance courses into their curriculum.
Should Sidwell Implement A Personal Finance Course? (CON)
May 12, 2026
The British government needs to take action to remove Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession.
Prince Andrew’s Ties to Epstein Should Eliminate Him From the Line of Succession
April 6, 2026
Trump’s announcement of the closing of the Kennedy Center was received negatively by many.
Planned Closing of the Kennedy Center is Not Justified
April 6, 2026
Students should be able to choose their english class based on their preferred interests to ensure representation on applications.
Rising Seniors Should Have Greater Flexibility in English Course Selection
April 6, 2026
Chalamet’s comments about ballet have drawn controversy.
Are Ballet and Opera Still Relevant Art Forms? (PRO)
April 6, 2026
Chalamet’s comments about ballet have drawn controversy.
Are Ballet and Opera Still Relevant Art Forms? (CON)
April 6, 2026
Seniors Share Memories During Last Days on Campus
Seniors Share Memories During Last Days on Campus
May 13, 2026
Sidwell’s Asian Student Affinity (ASA) hosted its annual Holi celebration.
ASA Fills Campus with Color for Holi Celebration
May 13, 2026
A Trip Across the Chesapeake: Environmental Excursions
May 13, 2026
ASA Celebrates Lunar New Year With Potluck and Year of the Horse Discussion
April 1, 2026
Teacher Fiber Arts Club Brings About Fuzzy, Handmade Joy
April 1, 2026
Students dressed alike and acted in unison, making participation natural and energetic.
Sidwell’s Basketball Teams Thrive with Increased Fan Spirit and Attendance
April 1, 2026
Horizon’s Movie Recommendations for the Perfect Galentine’s Day
February 23, 2026
Sidwell Students Share Their Favorite Couples
February 23, 2026
Students have studied art from many periods and regions and will now see works in person.
Art History and Advanced Studio Art Plan National Gallery Field Trip
May 12, 2026
“Project Hail Mary” is an adaptation of the original novel by Andy Weir.
“Project Hail Mary” Brings Hope through Science and Friendship
May 12, 2026
Suphaphiphat spent one year as a Buddhist monk between his undergraduate and graduate studies.
Biology Teacher Piriya Suphaphiphat on Science, Monkhood and the Classroom
May 12, 2026
Sidwell’s Upper School library is undergoing a major reorganization.
Sidwell Library Reorganizes Collection to Support Student Research
May 12, 2026
Joan Miró’s vibrant work, mixing the abstract and representational, dazzles the eye and puzzles interpreters.
“Miró and the United States” Illuminates Artist’s World of “Ciphers and Constellations”
May 12, 2026
Senior Zara Lakhanpal, who has been involved in many Sidwell productions, described the show’s atmosphere and community as “a family.”
Upper School Musical’s Cast and Crew Reflect on their Experience
April 6, 2026
Growing up in Kentucky and Alabama as a Muslim refugee, Elhady often felt alienated and not understood.
PA Hosts Annual Ramadan Iftar at Sidwell
April 6, 2026
Planet Word’s event series honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary explores both language and American history.
“Language & Liberty: The Sound of 1776” Explores American English
April 6, 2026
“Blacklisted” covers the 1950s Red Scare.
Capital Jewish Museum’s “Blacklisted: An American Story” Recalls Red Scare
April 6, 2026
Book World, eliminated by the recent layoffs at The Washington Post,“found what had fallen through the cracks,” Bob Woodward said.
Politics and Prose Event Commemorates The Washington Post’s Book World Beat
April 6, 2026
LAS runs its third annual soccer tournament.
LAS Soccer Tournament Encourages Self-Expression and Healthy Competition
May 13, 2026
Sidwell Varsity Girls Lacrosse looks to build off of its early season success.
Spring Sports Teams Take Trips to Florida and South Carolina
May 13, 2026
Sidwell alum Kiki Rice ’22 helped lead UCLA to its first championship game in program history.
NCAA Basketball Tournament Concludes as Michigan and UCLA Capture NCAA Titles
May 13, 2026
Weimer began playing for the Nationals in late March 2026.
Nationals Breakout Star Joey Wiemer Ties Consecutive Base Appearances
May 13, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket is set as four new countries make the tournament.
48 Teams Advance After FIFA World Cup Qualifying Round
May 13, 2026
The US won three medals in figure skating in Milan-Cortina including two golds in the team event and women's singles and one silver in ice dance.
Team USA Wins Historic Gold Medals in Figure Skating
April 1, 2026
Sidwell looks to reestablish winning culture under new coaching.
Sidwell Softball Welcomes New Coaches for Spring Season
April 1, 2026
The Sidwell girls’ basketball team wins ISL in Coach Watson’s first year following departure of Tamika Dudley.
Sidwell Friends Basketball: The Continuation of a Dynasty
April 1, 2026
The United States Women’s Hockey team has three Olympic gold medals after winning in Milan.
US Men’s and Women’s Hockey Teams Dominate at the Olympics
April 1, 2026
Klaebo won the individual sprint, team sprint, 20-kilometer skiathlon, 10 kilometer individual race, the 50 kilometer mass start and the 4x7.5 kilometer relay.
Johannes Høsflot Klæbo Makes History in the 2026 Winter Olympics
April 1, 2026
Student Activism Through the Years at Sidwell Friends
April 27, 2025
Seniors Win 2023 English Class Dodgeball Tournament
April 26, 2023
Senior Sunrise Takes Place at Lincoln Memorial
September 6, 2022
Class of 2023 Looks Forward To Senior Year
September 5, 2022
Senior Decoration Thwarted By Weather, Administration
September 5, 2022
September 2023 Crossword Puzzle
October 6, 2023
August 2023 Crossword Puzzle
September 4, 2023
May 2023 Crossword Puzzle
May 30, 2023
April 2023 Crossword Puzzle
April 30, 2023
March 2023 Crossword Puzzle
March 30, 2023
Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

Horizon
Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

Horizon
Merritt Kelso '26

Merritt Kelso ’26, Business Manager

Merritt Kelso is currently a Business Manager for Horizon, a position she held in the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. Prior to this, she worked as a Staff Writer for the newspaper.

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