Welcome to the first issue of The Record for this school year! COVID-19 has brought significant change to our everyday lives at school, and The Record is no exception. But just like how students, faculty, and other members of the community have adapted, The Record is committed to continuing our mission of elevating the voices of everyone through sharing stories with the community. We invite you to join our meeting at 7:30 p.m. EDT tonight to learn more about our plans for this year and how you can contribute.

- The CXXII Executive Board

Communications

School Welcomes New Faculty

Kiki Henry ’22, News Editor

The Record would like to recognize and welcome 14 new faculty to campus.

Communications

Orientation Connects New Students Virtually

Isabel Su ’22, News Editor

“I have three brothers, I can ride a unicycle, and I’ve been to 49 out of the 50 states.”

This is just one of the many creative submissions new students posted while played “Two Truths and a Lie” on Zoom during orientation last week. With ten percent of the student body studying remotely, the school held separate orientation sessions for new remote, boarding, and day students.

Arhan Chhabra ’22

Several changes were made to the 2020-21 Almanac.

2020-21 Year Brings Changes to the Almanac

Sydney Goldstein ’22, Features Editor

Administrators worked together throughout the summer reviewing, amending, and editing the Almanac for the most up-to-date 2020-2021 version. A list of all changes made is included at the end of this article.

Aquir - Adobe Stock

“Tough on China”: Clash of Civilizations or Political Tool?

Michael Zhang ’21, Opinions Editor

As November approaches, all eyes are on the United States presidential election - more specifically, how Democratic nominee Joe Biden and President Trump will address the novel Coronavirus. COVID-19 has both broken and widened existing fissures within American society. While most of our economy lies in shambles, the nation’s wealthiest corporations - Amazon, Google, and Apple - enjoy growth. Mental illness and suicide rates have skyrocketed. The disproportionate suffering of Blacks and Hispanics as well as widespread acts of police brutality underscore entrenched racial discrimination. America is hurting.

Julie Chung (Loomis ’21)

Student Performers Unlock The Key to Change Concert

Stephanie Ge ’22, Arts & Leisure Editor

Even during quarantine, students are finding ways to connect and create. The Renaissance Ensemble, an interscholastic organization dedicated to the performing arts, premiered its first concert, The Key to Change, live on Youtube on Sunday, August 30.

NBA Playoffs Postponed Following Bucks Strike

Hannah Goldberg ’22, Sports Editor

George Floyd. Elijah McClain. Breonna Taylor. Tennis player Naomi Osaka has shown solidarity to the Black Lives Matter movement by wearing facemasks with the names of victims of police brutality to her matches. After withdrawing from her semi-final match in the Western and Southern Open, she wrote on her Instagram, “As a black woman, I feel as though there are much more important matters at hand that need immediate attention, rather than watching me play tennis.”

Tom Honan

School Updates Co-Curricular Program

Margo Donohue ’22, Sports Editor

After the Garland residents finish spending the two-week quarantine playing golf on the seventh fairway, they could find themselves on the athletic field, exploring the school’s trails, or participating in the Math Team as their fall season co-curricular.

The 2020-2021 school year has arrived with many changes, and the fall co-curricular program is also affected by COVID-19 restrictions. Students can choose from 36 interscholastic teams, intramural activities, outdoor programs, and alternative team options this fall, more than ever before.

Stay Safe, Stay Connected

The CXXII Executive Board

Hearing campus filled with the laughter and chatter of students has been a welcoming sound after spending the spring apart. We hope that everyone has enjoyed the excitement of the new school year, despite the changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.