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Study hall? More like science hall

Study hall? More like science hall

Charlie Kashkooli March 19, 2026

Poly is known for offering rigorous courses across all subjects, from the humanities to STEM to the arts. And while many students want to prioritize science and pursue this field, Poly does not advertise...

Teachers should have deadlines too

Teachers should have deadlines too

Abe Coher February 27, 2026

While students at Poly are expected to meet strict deadlines for their work, teachers are often not held to the same standards. Teachers demand that students abide by clear due dates. When students turn...

The Modern Spud: Revolution!

The Modern Spud: Revolution!

Kara Kang February 27, 2026

In this comic, our spud learns about Marx's "central thesis" in a history class and feels inspired. She takes her friend to a protest and laments the ailments of a capitalist society. However, she is later...

Zyns and vapes are so not chic

Zyns and vapes are so not chic

Elizabeth Rweyemamu February 27, 2026

We all know you’re going to be gumless and lungless if you keep doing Zyns and vapes, but aside from health consequences, nicotine’s social and academic implications seem to be a major benefit for...

Dry-erase markers are killing the planet

Dry-erase markers are killing the planet

Ashlyn Motley January 30, 2026

What if one of the simplest ways schools could fight climate change is already in our hands? The average dry-erase marker lasts only about two weeks. In just 10 business days, a small, plastic object...

The case for a TA program

Ella Dan January 30, 2026

For those who attended Poly in eighth grade, you likely remember the highly coveted “lower-school block.” To fill in those who didn’t, the lower-school block gave eighth-grade students the opportunity...

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