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I Just Don’t Understand!

Cipher Goings May 10, 2017

When developing one’s identity within a family dynamic, communication can be the basis of connection. Not being able to speak the language of the culture one’s family belongs to can consequently detach...

Did You Go To Church?

Jessica Morales May 10, 2017

Before Spanish colonization and the introduction to Roman Catholicism in Mexico, most indigenous peoples believed in gods and goddesses, forces of nature, and human sacrifice. One of the first religious...

Paths to Success

Paths to Success

Claire Boudour May 10, 2017

As the year comes to an end, Garfield’s senior class is rapidly approaching their graduation day. The end of their high school careers marks the beginning of a totally new life, which, for may students,...

From Another Mother

Delphi Drake-Mudede May 10, 2017

Adoption, an increasingly available option for people who are unable to conceive, prefer to adopt, or are single, can lead to identity dilemmas among adopted youth. This type of obstacle is especially...

Bathrooms Without Borders

Bathrooms Without Borders

Alex Ferry May 5, 2017

For years now, student activists have struggled to implement gender neutral bathrooms at Garfield. However, now that it is officially Seattle Public School law, Garfield will finally construct their own. “It...

Be the Change

Be the Change

Jamaica Aytch May 2, 2017

In the past decade, Garfield has undergone massive renovations, changes in administration, and noticeable population changes in the community.  Through this, Garfield has continued to progress and grow...

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