In the 2012 ICSD Continuous Improvement Plan for Special Education, one of two major goals outlined by the district was “students identified as Students with…
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ICSD’s Quick Cuts: Substitutes Dismissed
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on November 2024
Per-diem substitute: According to the 2024-2025 job posting for per-diem substitute teachers, those in this role “lead instruction in assigned classrooms in the absence of…
People to Have Over for Thanksgiving
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on November 2024
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The Need to Maximize Collaboration between IHS and Local Universities
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on October 2024
IHS’s proximity to Cornell and Ithaca College (IC) means we have the potential to access a diverse range of opportunities. With recent budget disputes resulting…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on September 2024
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Rethinking Students’ Engagement with Current Events
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on September 2024
In today’s turbulent times, finding an effective way to engage with current events is more important than ever. The Tattler Editorial Board believes that it…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on June 2024
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Senior Goodbyes
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on June 2024
Dear Tania, Writing this letter to you is perhaps the first step of my processing that, after this issue, the Tattler Editorial Board will no…
The transition to high school is challenging for many, with higher expectations, harder classes, and a new environment. In eighth grade, students are introduced to…
The Case for Non-Traditional Learning
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on May 2024
Non-traditional learning methods are teaching styles that foster creativity and student participation. When teachers break classroom routines or pull students out from within the walls…
Statement on the April Fools Issue
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on May 2024
The Tattler Editorial Board recognizes that some of the photoshopped images of Dr. Luvelle Brown published in the April issue have been interpreted as racist…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on May 2024
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While accelerated math programs aim to challenge students interested in math, ICSD’s current approach raises concerns about equity and access. ICSD prides itself on offering…
ICSD Must Adopt a Climate Action Plan with Measurable Goals
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on March 2024
ICSD currently stands at a critical juncture on our path to a sustainable future. The adverse effects of the climate crisis are being felt more…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on March 2024
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Being a World Language Student is Harder than You Think —So is Maintaining Participation
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on February 2024
With course selection season in session, students will once again need to make choices on classes to take in the next school year. While “core…
Coolness Spectrum February 2024
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on February 2024
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Literary Issue 2024 – Reflections
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on January 2024
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This Year’s Cafeteria Food, Explained
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on December 2023
If you eat the school lunch—or even if you don’t—you’re probably aware that this school year has come with some substantial changes to the IHS…
December Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on December 2023
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ICSD Must Address Gender Disparities within STEM Classes
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on November 2023
Note: This editorial will refer to girls and female students as those who identify as female, and boys and male students as those who identify…
Cornell Must Give More Support to ICSD
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on November 2023
Cornell University is the largest property holder in Ithaca. As the institution is a non-profit, 2.6 billion dollars-worth of its property is non-taxable. In an…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on November 2023
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Supporting Students Means Supporting School Counselors
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on October 2023
Whether it’s applying to jobs and postsecondary options, seeking scholarships, or navigating our academic and social lives, students have a lot on our plates. As…
ICSD Needs to Provide Support for Teachers Taking Parental Leave
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on September 2023
As students, we frequently struggle with finding a balance between school and our personal lives, yet we’re not the only ones with this problem. The…
IHS Should Address the Worsening Opioid Crisis
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on September 2023
Content Warning: Drugs, Overdose, Death In recent years, opioid overdoses have surpassed motor vehicle accidents and become the leading cause of accidental death in the…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on September 2023
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