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THE BIG 3 OF ANIME
The term Big Three in the anime community refers to Naruto, Bleach, and One Piece, three extremely long-running and very influential anime and manga series that dominated the mid-2000s era. These shows were not only popular in Japan but also helped introduce anime to a large Western audience, making them cultural touchstones for a generation…
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My Best Book of 2025
I read 54 books from January 1 to December 31, 2025, which happens to almost divide perfectly into a book a week. Of these, there is one that, believe it or not, was my favorite. So, join me as I walk through some honorable mentions, and finally, my most highly recommended book of the year,…
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Nothing that sings stays—but we sing it anyways
This poem was inspired by my experience of losing the vocal confidence that had long shaped my identity as a performer in theatre and choir, as well as social interactions. During 9th grade, I developed a vocal condition which made speaking and singing feel unstable and inauthentic, as I could only speak in a falsetto,…
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Ice Enforcement and Constitutional Due Process
Introduction U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations aren’t just a headline – they’re a cruel reality affecting thousands of individuals in the United States every year, including students and faculty within Overlake. You’ve probably seen many circulating news stories about individuals or families detained, but have you ever learned about what happens after arrest, or what protections individuals have? While the…
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The GRAMMYs: Celebration, Controversy, and Drama
When does a music award show stop being just about music? This question may sound ironic, but it is currently the million-dollar dilemma when it comes to one of the biggest music spectacles, sparking drama amid all the applause.
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don’t try to find me
By: Anvika Bheemarasetty The smell of burnt toast and laundry detergent filled my nose. Standing in a corner of the room – a ghost in my own past – watching my younger self argue with Mom. I want to scream, tell her that it doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter what we were arguing about. It…
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TOP 5 Movies 2026
2026 is a big year for movies; even though it is only February, we have already gotten a wide array of movie releases. After interviewing Overlake students, I have found the top 3 most popular hyped movies amongst our community from the end of 2025 to beginning of 2026, and I’ll provide an analysis of…
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Developments to Digital Media Production: An Interview with Chris Schwalm
Recently, Overlake has seen an increased number of high-quality video projects from our digital media production. A professional quality video presenting Hoops for Hope in January, complete with interviews from Seattle Children’s Doctors. Admissions videos created by digital media production students, and short films and commercials winning middle school competitions. Why? Chris Schwalm, a relative…
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College Admissions and the Limits of Fairness: A Look at SFFA v. Harvard
Every high school student has probably wondered how college applications are reviewed. Does race still matter in admissions? In 2023, Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard, a case that challenged Harvard University’s use of race in admission decisions, made its way to the Supreme Court. In the end, the Court decided in a 6-3 decision…
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Crossword Puzzle: Overlake 101
It’s simple: fill in the squares letter by letter based on clues about the Overlake experience. This crossword is filled with familiar places, school facts, and events to test your Overlake knowledge! Across: 6. Another big Overlake competing academic team 7. Beginning of year bonding time 9. A new class this year! 10. It’s at…