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Letter from the editor: Senior reflection
This slideshow requires JavaScript. When I found out I would be the editor-in-chief of The Sabre for the 2019-20 school year, one of my first thoughts was about this article – the final sign-off from the newspaper that gave me my start in journalism and the community I was searching for
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SJC students put servant-leadership in action
This slideshow requires JavaScript. Service to others is one of the key foundations of St. John’s. Not only is service a requirement for each grade level, a number of fundraisers and activities are held to incorporate it into all parts of life at St. John’s. Here are some
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Two ways to volunteer during coronavirus
Regardless of your age or city you live in, you still have the ability to serve others. During desperate times like today, it’s always good to give back to your community. Those who lived paycheck-to-paycheck are struggling right now to provide for their families and need help. It’s
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AVS overcomes challenges to continue producing music
Despite social distancing, SJC’s Advanced Vocal Studies group is managing to continue producing music despite being physically separated. The Sabre interviewed both Ms. Fernandez, the leader of the choir program, and Annie Phan ‘20 about their experience so far. Annie Phan ‘20 Q: What is the process for putting
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Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Gelso finds ways to keep class creative and interesting despite distance learning
Editorial note: This year Mrs. Gelso returned from maternity leave in January only to have the school year disrupted by the Coronavirus pandemic. As an educator who was not previously accustomed to teaching in an online setting, Mrs. Gelso has adapted to online learning incredibly well and continues to find
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Distance learning with Mr. Cooper
As sad as it is to say, distance learning has become a normal part of our lives at St. John’s. We have almost completed our second full month of distance learning and as we all know it has been no easy task. Mr. Cooper is no stranger to the
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Editorial: How Lasallian education's inclusive community impacted my family
The summer before my freshman year, I, like every other incoming freshman, was assigned to read a small blue book on the life of St. John Baptist de La Salle. Anyone teaching, working, or attending a Lasallian institution is familiar with the history of Lasallian education. St. John Baptist de
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Editorial: Coronavirus' impact on the impoverished should lead to calls for change
Since the end of 2019, countries all around the world have been fighting a new form of coronavirus from Wuhan, China named COVID-19. Measures taken against coronavirus test many different aspects of society, like common sense, healthcare, education, discipline, and empathy. In developing nations, such as Benin, the population is
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Club Spotlight: Best Buddies continues to show the importance of respect for all persons
Earlier this year, we talked to some of the leaders of Best Buddies to interview them about what the mission of their club is, their plans for this year, and why people should join. Best Buddies is a club that teams up with other schools to support inclusion. It encourages
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How to grow your faith during coronavirus
During a national crisis, the first thing though many of us have is to turn to God. But when, for the first time in our lives, churches are closed, it can become uncertain on what to do. But whether its through a few extra prayers at night, a rosary, or
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Editorial: Coronavirus' impact on practicing my faith
Right now there is a lot of uncertainty and anxiety which can really test and put a strain on our faith. Being from a Catholic family that is separated not only by isolation but also by being in different countries, we have found ways to remain connected and practice our