Debate, a Microcosm of the Larger World: Inequity and Germs
William Biersach ('22) examines the obstacles many Durham Academy debaters face and how they compare to the larger world.
Sunday Sudoku
The third installment of Sunday Sudoku. Level: Hard. Answer will be posted with the next Sunday Sudoku.
New Youth-Led Organization Fighting Voter Suppression in NC
Sarah Muir ('24) describes the organization Students Against Voter Suppression (SAVS), what the organization has done in our community, and…
The Connection Among Us
Faith Hanson ('23) explains how games like the popular Among Us have established connections between students and friends during the…
A Young Activist’s Evaluation of the 2020 Election
Edward Rogers evaluates voting trends among youth in America and the impact of young voters in the last election.
“Where Were You When…”: A Pandemic Reflection
Faith Hanson '23 reflects on student thoughts and reactions at the start of the pandemic.
Having Fun During the Pandemic
Olivia Kohn '23 delineates ways to socialize while staying distant, on and off Durham Academy's campus.
Be Selfish: Embrace Masks
William Biersach's op-ed stresses the importance of wearing a mask, and he invites everyone to be selfish and wear one.
New Ways to Serve: DA Service Clubs in an Hour of Tumult
William Biersach discusses how service clubs at Durham Academy are operating in the midst of the pandemic.
A Better Debate World
A Better Debate World: Don’t Eliminate Online Tournaments by Faith Hanson High school debate is...
Anxieties & Optimism in the Spring Semester
Sarah Muir ('24) writes about the Omicron variant and its consequences at the onset of the second semester.
The Scariest Part of Halloween
Connor Barritt ('23) details the accomplishments of the Sustainability Committee's dumpster dive, while explaining composting, recycling, and terracycling.
The Poisonous Rhetoric Running North Carolina
Max Tendler ('24) warns of the dangerous hypotheticals surrounding transgender rights legislations in this op-ed.
Why the Administration Can’t Make Students Happy
William Biersach ('22) argues that student leadership is our school's best chance at creating a culture of happier students.
Does Anti-Vaxx = Anti-Facts?
Jack Liddicoat ('22) analyzes national vaccine data to address the question: does anti-vaxx=anti-facts? Read to find out why vaccines are…
Defining Sustainability
Faith Hanson ('23) defines sustainability, providing examples of sustainability initiatives within our local and national community.
Birds in the STEM Building!?
William Biersach ('22) explains why there are cartoon birds with descriptions in the hallways of our STEM Building. There is…