In 2023-2024 alone, book bans in the US rose by 200% (PEN America), including thousands of books centered around race, gender, and sexuality being removed from school libraries. With President Donald Trump’s...
Not sure what social studies class to take next year? Consider AP African American Studies! It offers solid course rigor, a GPA boost and is comparable to courses such as AP United States History, and...
Since resuming office in January 2025, President Donald Trump has implemented a series of immigration policies aimed at expanding and intensifying the authority of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement...
Nestled on the corner of 23rd diagonal to the Garfield Community Center lives local flower shop, Flowers Just 4 U. Its bright neon signs hang in the window reading “Bouquets” and “Balloons” while...
On January 1, 2025, Seattle welcomed the new year by increasing the minimum wage to $20.97 an hour. Although the increase can benefit workers, many small businesses are closing or are affected by the raise....
In a world with so much isolation and division, Jackson Place Cohousing offers a refreshing alternative. Originating from Denmark in the 1960s, cohousing made its way to Seattle, where Jackson Place was...
On the morning of January 6, 2025, Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada and leader of the Liberal Party of Canada announced his resignation from both offices. Having held the Prime Ministership...
As Garfield prepares to transition into 2nd semester, administrators and teachers are grappling with the future of the advisory period. Once seen as a vital time for academic support, catching up on work,...
After the tragic death of Amarr Murphy-Paine, Garfield High School implemented several new school safety initiatives. While some programs have gotten funding and are moving along, others have been slowed...
Early mornings, busy weekends, and hours of practice culminated last weekend as Garfield’s Jazz ensemble 1 finished recording for the Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival. “This band is the strongest...
Christmas is a magical time of year, however, for families struggling financially it can also be heartbreaking. One organization in Seattle is working to change that. The Forgotten Children’s Fund (FCF)...
Pressed Prez- On Friday November 8, 2024, a group of Seattle community members and parents filed a petition to recall current Seattle School Board President Liza Rankin. Amidst the displeasure of school...
