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The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

All content by Peyton Shum

Students and staff share their thoughts on shortened school weeks

Peyton Shum and Tessa Frantz January 24, 2024

This November boasted several days off of school, more than in any other month. Teacher development day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving all occurred during the duration of the month. With only one full...

The new freshman advisory class is a waste of time

Peyton Shum, Contributor November 21, 2023

You might have heard that this year, all freshmen are required to take an advisory course.  Advisory is a semester-long course that uses a curriculum by School Connect, a program that aims to teach students...

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