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The Sagamore
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Sagamore
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Sagamore
Taj Horowitz

Taj Horowitz, News Managing Editor

Taj Horowitz (he/him/his) is a senior. He has been writing for the Sagamore since 2020. Taj likes to go on road trips, watch bad movies, and walk his dog. Taj likes to spend his weekends stressing about his Fantasy Football teams, and he likes Anna's Taqueria better than Los Amigos.

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With so many options, choosing the best ice cream place can be a daunting task. To help, we tried every choice for you, and rated based on taste, ambiance and more.

We tried every ice cream place in Brookline…

October 20, 2022
Students walked out on March 16 at 11 a.m. to protest responses by school administration towards recent racist events. Jaelyn Onuoha addressed the crowd of students, teachers and staff.

Students walk out to protest racist events at the high school

March 16, 2022
This week was busy, including International Womens day and a nationwide walk-out.

What happened this week? (3/6-3/12)

March 12, 2022
Beginning on March 14th, students and staff with have the option to leave their masks at home.

Superintendent Guillory announces district-wide transition to mask-friendly environment

March 11, 2022

Spirit Week: Photo Gallery

March 8, 2022
The final week of school before February break was definitely full of excitement, from the Super Bowl to a school-wide Lunar New Year celebration.

What happened this week? (2/13-2/19)

February 19, 2022
From Feb. 3rd to Feb. 6th BHS Performing Arts Department delivered their rendition of the smash hit Broadway Musical Legally Blonde

“Legally Blonde” is exciting and humorous despite challenges

February 12, 2022
On Jan. 26 students across the school participated in the Intersession Day followed by the annual MLK assembly.

Community criticizes BETCo’s skits from MLK assembly

February 11, 2022
Peeps: What did you think of Intersession Day?

Peeps: What did you think of Intersession Day?

January 29, 2022
Gareth Jones

Gareth Jones

January 29, 2022
Ary Alvarez-Valdez

Ary Alvarez-Valdez

January 29, 2022
Joshua Chan

Joshua Chan

January 29, 2022
Elliot Stolyarov

Elliot Stolyarov

January 29, 2022
Evan Guttell

Evan Guttell

January 29, 2022
This was a very busy week, from Intersession day to announcements of the SAT going virtual.

What happened this week? (1/22-1/29)

January 29, 2022
Tajs Tiers: Months of the Year

Taj’s Tiers: Months of the Year

January 19, 2022

Taj’s Tiers: Holiday Movie Edition

January 4, 2022
All Public School of Brookline (PSB) schools will be closed Jan. 3 because of staffing concerns related to the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

Schools closed Jan. 3 due to understaffing amidst COVID-19 concerns

January 2, 2022
Tajs Tiers: Thanksgiving Edition

Taj’s Tiers: Thanksgiving Edition

November 16, 2021
Freshman students gathered in the Old Lincoln School (OLS) auditorium to view the National Book Awards Teen Press Conference.

Freshmen attend National Book Awards Teen Press Conference

November 12, 2021
The School Within a School (SWS) program prioritizes a close, centered community where students and teachers have the opportunity to further create the space and curriculum they desire and foster relationships with their classmates.

School Within a School fosters a supportive community

October 25, 2021
Certified Lover Boy fails to branch out, making the over-80-minute album feel repetitive and boring at times.

Album Review: Certified Lover Boy

September 30, 2021
After nearly a year and a half of previews, leaks and listening parties, Kanye Wests 10th studio album, Donda, was finally released on Sunday, Aug. 29.

Album Review: Donda

September 11, 2021
Expert Advisory Panel 4 convened virtually via Zoom on June 4 to discuss the future of the PSB pooled testing program and ending plans for the panel and its responsibilities in the near future.

Expert Advisory Panel 4 considers future of PSB pooled testing program and panel

June 5, 2021
With the recent CDC guidelines concerning masking outdoors, the public has a difficult choice to make.

Peeps on the Street: Will you wear a mask now that the fully vaccinated don’t have to?

May 27, 2021
Expert Advisory Panel 4 convened virtually on May 14 to discuss local vaccination efforts and returning students to after school extracurriculars.

Expert Advisory Panel 4 discusses vaccination rates and return of after school activities

May 15, 2021
With pooled testing at the high school showing a largely COVID free staff and student populace, conversation has arisen about the importance of quarantine and other methods to prevent second hand infections.

Expert Advisory Panel 4 provides updates on pooled testing results and plans for new COVID strains

April 10, 2021
The Business Competitions Club offers an outlet for students interested in pursuing their passions in business and marketing

Business Competitions Club engages passions of students through DECA competitions

March 26, 2021
Expert Advisory Panel 4 discussed the logistics and metrics to consider for the optional four day cohort and students mental health

Expert Advisory Panel 4 discusses student mental health and four day in-person model

March 13, 2021
That Makes Two of Us, utilized the features of Zoom to its highest capabilities in order to tell a humorous, yet relatable and emotional story.

“That Makes Two of Us” uses Zoom to create a unique and creative theater experience

March 11, 2021
Senior Nate Arnstein discovered that music was more than a hobby in the 8th grade after putting together a benefit concert for a neighbor. Since then, Arnstein has diligently worked to improve as a drummer, singer and keyboard and base player.

Featured artist: Nate Arnstein

February 8, 2021
Students and teachers have had to adapt to hybrid and remote models by learning how to having cooking classes at home.

Career and Technology classes adapt to online learning model

January 11, 2021
Despite the fact that runners race independently, a cross country team cannot win with just one star runner. They need depth with solid supporting runners.

Cross country emphasizes teamwork to succeed

November 29, 2020
Jim Marini speaks about COVID-19 at the BSC meeting.

Brookline School Committee speaks about norms for future meetings

October 23, 2020
John Ortiz

John Ortiz

October 21, 2020
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