The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review
The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review
The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review

Pod on the Quad: Holiday Birthdays (Christmas Edition)

In this segment of Pod on the Quad, sophomore Wanya Zafar talks to Alice Engelbrink about her experience with having a birthday on Christmas.
Wanya Zafar, Online Section Editor
January 16, 2026

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About the Contributor
Wanya Zafar
Wanya Zafar, Online Section Editor
Wanya Zafar (‘28) joined The Review in 2024 as a freshman. She has traveled to more than 10 countries and loves the performing arts.