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Samantha Gitlin

Samantha Gitlin, Copy Editor

Sami Gitlin is a sophomore and the copy editor for The Raider Voice. This is her first year as a full staff member, and she is looking forward to growing as a writer and a journalist. Outside of school, Sami's passion is advocacy and policy change.

All content by Samantha Gitlin

Seaquarium Orcas’ Northwest Origins

May 24, 2022
On Thrifting Thursday, the Environmental Club hosted a unique event in which students could donate and purchase lightly used clothes. Proceeds were donated to the Lotus House.

Students Give Back During Earth Week

May 2, 2022
Olivia Rodrigo onstage during the 64th Annual Grammy Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday, April 3, 2022, in Las Vegas. (Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy/TNS)

Everything to Know About the 2022 Grammys

April 6, 2022
FIU math professor Tedi Draghici gives students a guest lecture about graph theory.

Fist Bumps and Graph Theory: Math Department Holds Third Guest Speaker

March 14, 2022
A Pride flag billows in the wind as students go to join a protest at Gaither High in Tampa, Florida, against what critics call the Dont Say Gay bills on Monday, Feb. 14, 2022. The Florida Legislature is under scrutiny over the bills that in part read, A school district may not encourage classroom discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity in primary grade levels or in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students.

“Don’t Say Gay” Bill Passes Florida House, Sparking Community Controversy

February 28, 2022
FIU math professor Philippe Rukimbira presents to students interested in math in the library on Feb. 17.

Students Experience New Math Concepts with Professor Rukimbira

February 18, 2022
For many students, pressure to have good grades in school can become a toxic obsession. Where have we gone wrong?

A to F: Our Toxic Relationship with Grades

February 11, 2022
A man lays a flower on the name of a Nazi concentration camp during Holocaust Remembrance Day in Jerusalems Yad Vashem memorial on April 8, 2021.

Why It’s Important to Keep the Story Alive

January 27, 2022
Principal Jonathan Schoenwald addresses the school during a moment of silence on Tuesday, Jan. 17 held for the passing of English teacher Juli Gerlach.

Editorial | Remembering Juli Gerlach: The Upper School’s “Ray of Sunshine”

January 19, 2022
Simone Biles of Team United States looks on during Womens Qualification on day two of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Ariake Gymnastics Centre on Sunday, July 25, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan.

Mental Game: Athletes Break the Stigma Around Mental Health in Competitive Sports

January 12, 2022
The menorah is the central tradition of celebrating Hanukkah, with eight candles representing eight nights. Those who celebrate the holiday light a candle each night surrounded by family.

A Few Ways to Light Up Hanukkah

December 2, 2021
After building the bicycles, sophomores donated them to Toys for Tots, an organization sponsored by the U.S. Marines.

Sophomores Build 54 Bikes for Toys for Tots

November 17, 2021
Student artwork depicting the many shapes and sizes in which people naturally are. It is important that everyone can feel included and represented in the media, regardless of their body type.

No Size Fits All

October 28, 2021
Students at the opening White Out game cover themselves in baby powder to celebrate a touchdown. Baby powder has been a Blue Zoo football tradition for years, until a recent administration ban now prohibits students from bringing the powder to games.

Banned: Is Baby Powder Worth the Risk?

September 21, 2021
Students in an advisory class learned about inclusivity and created a rainbow LEGO structure to demonstrate diversity on campus. Advisory aims to help students feel more comfortable on campus and make new connections.

Advisory: Inclusivity, Connection, and Support

September 3, 2021
New School Year Brings A New Level of Spirit

New School Year Brings A New Level of Spirit

September 3, 2021
Sundancers Back On Stage for Upcoming Dance Team Intensive

Sundancers Back On Stage for Upcoming Dance Team Intensive

August 30, 2021
As new students poured into the Prep on Aug. 19, the first day of school, upperclassmen Link Mentors were ready to help. Members of the Link program also aided new freshmen in getting accustomed to campus during Orientation last week.

Linking New Students to the Upper School Campus

August 21, 2021
On May 20, President Cliff Kling announced through an email that students must attend school in-person for the 2021-2022 school year, starting in August.

Campus Voices: An End in Sight for Hybrid Learning

May 25, 2021
Our Campus Uses 5,000 Plastic Containers Daily. Whats the Environmental Impact? | Investigative Report

Our Campus Uses 5,000 Plastic Containers Daily. What’s the Environmental Impact? | Investigative Report

May 21, 2021
While not often talked about, mental illnesses have become much more common during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bringing a Voice to a Silent Illness

April 9, 2021
Internet Scoop

Internet Scoop

February 27, 2021
Joe Biden is sworn in as U.S. President during his inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2021, in Washington, DC. During todays inauguration ceremony Joe Biden becomes the 46th president of the United States

Community Hopes for the Future After 2021 Presidential Inauguration

January 21, 2021
Pro-Trump supporters storm the U.S. Capitol following a rally with President Donald Trump on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 in Washington, D.C. Congress held a joint session Wednesday to ratify President-elect Joe Bidens 306-232 Electoral College win over President Trump. A group of Republican senators said they would reject the Electoral College votes of several states unless Congress appointed a commission to audit the election results.

Community Reacts to Jan. 6 Capitol Chaos

January 7, 2021
As is the tradition, math teachers teamed up for a group Halloween costume. Math teacher Christopher Kang took the lead role for this years Shrek theme.

Slideshow: Maintaining Fun Traditions During Fall Spirit Week

October 30, 2020
Freshman Samantha Gitlin

Campus Voices: Thoughts on Hybrid Learning

September 16, 2020
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