The Bavaro, Punta Cana Airport is Being Shut Down

Sophia Vanderhorst, 10th Grade The President of the Dominican Republic chooses to remove the decree of the Bávaro International Airport. In a surprising turn of events, authorities in Bavaro, Punta Cana, have made the extraordinary decision to close the local airport. This surprise revelation has placed both visitors and locals in a state of confusion and disorder as they sprint to make alternate travel plans. … Continue reading The Bavaro, Punta Cana Airport is Being Shut Down

Life after graduation: How New Horizons graduates feel about the school’s teachings. 

By Daniela Morales, 11th grade.  When you graduate school, real life begins, and for those of us who are still on the playground, it would be useful to know if the lessons we gather will assist us on the battlefield. There’s no better source to confirm this with than graduates themselves. Lia Lockward, Sydney Joa, and Jongyeop Jeon, who agreed to collaborate in this interview, … Continue reading Life after graduation: How New Horizons graduates feel about the school’s teachings. 

A Brief History of Antisemitism

Sebastian Albuquerque, 9th Grade For those who don’t know, anti-Semitism is a term used to discriminate against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. It has a long and tragic history that spans centuries. The term ‘anti-Semitism’ was coined in 1879 by Wilhelm Marr, who sought to give a scientific name to the movement against Jews. However, this is not the beginning of it … Continue reading A Brief History of Antisemitism

The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Updates on the Suffering of its People

Paula Forcado, 10th Grade The massive destruction and suffering that wreaked upon the Gaza Strip from late December 2008 to mid-January 2009 was not the result of an earthquake, the breaking of a dam, or a sudden flood. The causes were bullets, bombs, and rockets launched by soldiers in uniform. But this catastrophe wasn’t the result of a single incident; rather, it was the result … Continue reading The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Updates on the Suffering of its People

Remembering Matthew Perry: The Profound Impact of His Death and the Emotional Toll on Fans, as well as, Honoring the Percussions of His Life and Work

Paula Forcado, 10th Grade Just a few weeks ago, the world was struck since the beloved actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit TV show “Friends,” passed away at the age of 54 and has left a deep void in the hearts of fans worldwide. Perry’s death has sent shockwaves through the entire world, leaving many grappling with … Continue reading Remembering Matthew Perry: The Profound Impact of His Death and the Emotional Toll on Fans, as well as, Honoring the Percussions of His Life and Work

Deciphering Drugs: Effects and Prevention.

By Anamari Dávila, 10th grade. Today, the use of drugs has been normalized in society and this is concerning. But most people are not informed about the potential effects and consequences of getting involved in drugs. In 2022, there was an estimate of 284 million individuals from ages between 15 and 64 that have been reported for the use of drugs. This number is extremely … Continue reading Deciphering Drugs: Effects and Prevention.

The life of a councilman candidate

By Sergio A. Caval When one thinks about the political campaign of a councilman a few thoughts come to mind. Maybe it starts with debates, or with press releases you might think. Nothing further from the truth. In the following few paragraphs I will paint a picture for you kind reader, about the experience. I have first hand knowledge because this candidate happens to be … Continue reading The life of a councilman candidate

The Treaty Between Jamaica and the Dominican Republic

Jhon Cando, 11th Grade Throughout time, the government of the Dominican Republic has relied on different methods and modules to sustain the country and benefit from it. It is mostly known for its main industries such as exportation, the production of textiles, tourism, and the mining of gold. With this also comes the benefiting factor of receiving imports from different relations and trading with countries … Continue reading The Treaty Between Jamaica and the Dominican Republic