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

The Review

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

The Review

Pope Francis greets attendees of the Canonization of Saint John XXIII and Saint John Paul II in 2014.

Pope Francis’ legacy through the eyes of a Muslim

Amina Khalil-Zegar, Online Section Editor May 5, 2025

On April 21, the world mourned the death of the Roman Catholic Church’s 266th pope. The keyword being “world,” as many people from diverse religious backgrounds mourned the loss of a pope who broke...

Sophomore Yutia Li, Copy Editor of the Review, unloads her thoughts about how schools encourage memorization instead of understanding.

Beyond the test: Think critically, not transactionally

Yutia Li, Copy Editor April 30, 2025

Finals season is here, which means it’s time to bury your head in a textbook and absorb every ounce of information you can. Then, the moment summer break begins, you can forget it all. That’s high...

Caroline Thompson ranks the 10 worst trends that should not come back for '80s-themed Prom. 

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Top 10 trends from the ’80s that should not return for Prom

Caroline Thompson, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

School Bullies named Chip/Biff/Ace/Chuck Other names not included could include Brick, Stick, Rock, Mud, etc. Did their names really have to be as cartoonish as their “your face” jokes?   ...

Some things have to be seen to believed.

Most baffling Trump administration posts of 2025 (so far)

Lucy Walker, Print Editor-in-Chief February 28, 2025

Donald Trump - "BACK TO PLASTIC!" This “Truth” isn’t as blatantly hateful as some of the others, but it’s so ill-informed that it’s almost silly.    The White House -...

The servery arrives at 4 a.m. daily to prepare breakfast and lunches for students.

The Review ranks top 10 lunches

Sophia Giron, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

With half a semester left, make sure to not miss out on these school lunches! Disclaimer: This ranking is not a reflection of the cafeteria staffs’ hard work, but instead fan–favorite lunches.     ...

Childhood is the time for kids to experience the real world, and it would be a shame to lose precious moments to a bunch of screens. 

The iPad Problem

Aien Du, Online Editor-In-Chief February 26, 2025

Gen Alpha has a problem.  All children currently eligible for the kids' menu (12 and under) have been raised by parents who have had access to modern technology most of their lives. They have the reputation...

Mikail Khan ranks the top 10 foods to break the fast for Ramadan, which starts on Feb. 28 this year. 

Design by Emily Matthews-Ederington and Emily Yen.

Top 10 Ramadan foods to break your fast

Mikail Khan, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

With Ramadan fast approaching, many Muslim individuals look forward to a month filled with fun, traditions and favorite foods. Ramadan is the celebration of self-discipline, as it deepens our connection...

The Review ranks the 10 best ways to celebrate Valentine's Day

The Review ranks the 10 best ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Annie Li, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there is no shortage of ways to make the day unforgettable. From simple gestures to exciting adventures, there is a way for everyone to enjoy.   1....

The Review ranks the top pickup lines to use this Valentine's Day. 

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Top 5 Valentine’s Day Pickup Lines

Vivienne Fox and Wanya Zafar February 13, 2025

5. “Are you a 45 degree angle? Because you’re acute-y!" Although this pickup line is clever and math-inspired, it’s not as universally effective as the others. It earns its spot at the bottom...

Junior Georgia Pulliam reflects on the 50-year anniversary of "Toys in the Attic," a studio album by rock band Aerosmith.

Semicentennial: “Toys in the Attic”

Georgia Pulliam, Staff Writer February 9, 2025

Toys in the Attic is an undeniably rock ‘n’ roll album. Still Aerosmith's most acclaimed record, it launched the Boston rockstars to new heights in 1975. Steven Tyler is a rock vocalist through and...

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The Review ranks top 5 college football traditions

Ella Hughes, Assistant Design Editor February 5, 2025

In the aftermath of the College Football Playoff, Assistant Design Editor Ella Hughes ranks her top five traditions.      5. Dixieland delight: Alabama Anyone who has ever been to Bryant-Denny...

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