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The Review

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

The Review

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

The Review

“These trips are spectacular and life-changing,” choir director Scott Bonasso said. “There’s nothing like performing that level of music in these extraordinary venues and churches.”

Kantorei travels internationally for the first time in 6 years

Kate Johnson and Nia Shetty April 18, 2024

While on the annual Kantorei Spring Break trip, choir president Arjun Singhal expected to sing in front of live audiences in Austria, Prague and Hungary. What he did not expect was for his wallet and passport...

Softball travels to Los Angeles, visiting Disney Land and more. Graphic Design by staffer Ella Hughes.

Spring sports travel during break

Yutia Li, Staff Writer April 8, 2024

Softball in Cali In a hotel lobby on the evening of March 9, head softball coach Isis Amao brought her players together to discuss the itinerary for the upcoming team bonding day. Acting as normal as...

Upper School Spanish teacher Raquel Gaytán and Service Learning Coordinator Claire Nuchtern (11) make St. Johns first official service learning class come to life.

A glimpse into St. John’s first service learning class

Aien Du and Aila Jiang March 28, 2024

When Service Learning Coordinator Claire Nuchtern (‘11) and Upper School Spanish teacher Raquel Gaytán visited St. Austin’s Center, they expected a community need for English lessons. But to their...

District Chief in the Houston Fire Department Darrin Nielsen is part of the ambassador program.

Ambassador program provides security, medical forces on campus

Yutia Li, Staff writer January 29, 2024

At 2:30 a.m. on a chilly Thursday morning, Paige Hennighan was extinguishing flames at a local apartment complex. At 6:30 a.m., she left her shift at the fire station. By 7 a.m., she was patrolling St....

The audience cheers as the dancers in senior Addy McKenneys Feeling Good finish their performance with a striking silhouette.

Dance department kicks off new year with annual student choreography showcase

Lee Monistere and Eshna Das January 19, 2024
On Jan. 5, students and parents flocked to the VST to watch student choreographers showcase a wide variety of performances.
“Family tradition is important, especially in baking, freshman Ally Hong said, because it perpetuates family connection and bonds.” Graphic by Michelle Liu, used with permission.

Students share the stories behind their families’ Thanksgiving dishes

Nia Shetty and Bella Dodig November 16, 2023

In this article, students recount the stories behind their families’ traditional Thanksgiving dishes! 1. Freshman Maya Kadia - Masala Mac & Cheese  When Maya Kadia sat down at her dinner table...

I like to think of burnout as burning a candle at both ends and running out of wax,” Upper School counselor Ashley Le Grange said.

Students, faculty reflect on mental health issues at St. John’s

Eshna Das, Online Section Editor November 10, 2023

When sophomore Carson Wang started his freshman year, he was initially overwhelmed by the workload. While juggling academics, a sport and piano practice, Wang felt compelled to do even more. As he pushed...

Since 2020, many high-profile artists have released new music and went on their first tours in five years. Taylor Swift, SZA, Beyonce, Drake and Morgan Wallen had combined ticket sales of over $4.5 billion, with both Swift and Beyonce accounting for half of it. 

Concert culture experiences a resurgence at St. John’s

Riya Nimmagadda, Print Copy Editor November 1, 2023

For junior Kit Haggard, the best way to get tickets to a Harry Styles concert was to camp out in front of a stadium for three hours. After attending her first concert at five years old, Haggard fell in...

Coach Cohn coaches one of his last lacrosse practices before moving on as Athletic Director.

Coach Cohn assumes new role as Upper School Athletic Director

Pierce Downey and Parker Moore October 23, 2023

As a rainy lacrosse practice near the end of the season came to a close, head coach David Cohn gathered his team. Typically, his closing remarks were short and confined to game-related matters, but Cohn...

Director of Clinical Services Colleen Kimball performs Quando m’en vo featuring choir director Brendan Emig as her occasional boyfriend.

An assembly to remember: the SJS inaugural teacher talent show

Isabella Adachi and Genevieve Ederle October 5, 2023

As lights dimmed in the auditorium, students watched the stage in silence, awaiting the final performance. Within an instant, music blared overhead, and teachers poured onstage in brightly-colored house...

Volunteers spent time along the coast outside Liberia before teaching at local schools.

St. John’s resumes Costa Rica service trip after three-year break

Kate Johnson September 2, 2023

The mid-summer community service trip that has sent students to Costa Rica since 2006 is an important piece of St. John’s history—and this year was no exception.  The community service trip has...

Math teacher Anand Tiwari occasionally gives palm readings to his students.

Math and Mantras: New teacher dabbles in Vedic astrology

Kenzie Chu and Emma Arnold May 3, 2023
New teacher Anand Tiwari starts a Vedic astrology business while teaching math at St John's.
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