Author’s Note: This article was written in mid-April, and may not reflect the most current political developments regarding federal spending cuts. As of March 14th,…
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Letter to the Students
By AN ANONYMOUS IHS TEACHER on May 2025
Dear Students, I am speaking just for myself, but it is also a reflection of what I hear from other teachers every day. I want…
How can I be more sustainable? That is a question I have been asking myself a lot recently. It can be really paralysing trying to…
Mother’s Day: Past and Present
By OLIVIA HAO on May 2025
Each year, Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday of May. People from around the world take time to celebrate the hard work and contributions…
By now, you have probably heard of or seen this game! Among Korea’s many traditional games, Ddakji (딱지) stands out for being easily accessible and…
How ICSD Can Better Attract, Retain, and Support Teachers of Color
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on April 2025
In the United States, people of color are significantly underrepresented in teaching. With the federal government’s recent threats to public school funding and diversity, equity,…
Nothing will tell you more about the past of IHS than the archives of The Tattler. Nestled into the back of E wing, in a…
STEM Feature of the Month: Woolly Mice and the Potential Return of the Woolly Mammoth
By LILY WANG on April 2025
When I think about woolly mammoths, Manny from the Ice Age movies is the first thing that comes to mind. I would never think of…
Children’s Games featured in the Hit Netflix Show, Squid Game: Jegi Chagi
By ASHLEY PARK on March 2025
Think you have fast reflexes? Good balance? The ability to keep a small object in the air using just your feet? Then you might have…
Diving Beneath the Surface: Climate Change’s Hidden Impact on the Ocean Floor
By ZACHARY LINDENBERG on March 2025
Miles below the ocean surface, in the darkest depths of the sea, life is changing in a way that scientists are just beginning to understand.…
Are you looking for something to celebrate in the last gray month of winter? You’re in luck! In addition to a variety of religious celebrations,…
STEM Feature of the Month: Women in STEM
By LILY WANG on March 2025
March is Women’s History Month. What better way to celebrate this than by featuring a few of the remarkable women who have helped shape science…
Nothing will tell you more about the past of IHS than the archives of The Tattler. Nestled into the back of E wing, in a…
IHS Hosts the 2025 Southern Tier Regionals Science Olympiad Competition
By ASHLEY PARK on March 2025
On Saturday, February 1, the New York State Science Olympiad (NYSSO) Regional Competition for the Southern Tier was hosted at IHS. Despite wintry weather, sixteen…
Olé Olé: Korean Cuisine with a Twist
By OLIVIA HAO on March 2025
February break was just around the corner as I walked outside under the clear, blue sky dotted with clouds and wondered what to do now…
IHS Must Address AI Usage in Classrooms
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on March 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is broadly defined as a set of technologies that allow computers to perform advanced functions such as mimicking conversation and ‘learning.’ AI…
STEM Feature of the Month: Phage Skincare
By LILY WANG on February 2025
When you think about skincare, you might immediately think of sunscreen, moisturizers, or serums, but probably not of bacteria or viruses. However, within the skincare…
The Price of Protectionism
By OWEN KINNEY on February 2025
Disclaimer: This article concerns topics that are changing very rapidly. Information may be outdated by the time of publication. President Trump signing an executive order…
Sit! Stay! Read! at TCPL Enhances Early Literacy with Furry Friends
By OLIVIA HAO on February 2025
Doyle visiting with kids during a Sit, Stay, Read. TCPL/Instagram Every Monday afternoon, children of all ages are invited to the Tompkins County Public Library…
Children’s Games featured in the Hit Netflix Show, Squid Game
By ASHLEY PARK on February 2025
In recent years, Korean pop culture has become a global phenomenon, with music, television, and games capturing the attention of audiences worldwide. A key part…
Changing Times Change Grading Scales
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on February 2025
Over the last several years, ICSD has phased in a “standards-based grading” system at the middle schools. The system’s self-proclaimed goal is to create a…
IHS’s New Rights for All Abilities Advocacy Club
By RONAN CACI-KUKELKA on February 2025
The following is an exclusive interview with Kenny Russel ’27, president of the Rights for All Abilities Advocacy Club (RA3C). If you have any questions…
Six in the Six: My Tour of the Toronto Food Scene
By ZADIE WANG on February 2025
While most families labored in the kitchen during Thanksgiving week, my family decided to skip the holiday hassle and travel to Toronto, Ontario (where, naturally,…
How VR is Taking Healthcare to Another Dimension
By ZACHARY LINDENBERG on December 2024
A patient participates in a trial for using virtual reality therapy to treat chronic pain. AppliedVR Virtual Reality (VR), once only used by gamers and…
STEM Feature of the Month: The Science Behind Gingerbread Houses
By LILY WANG on December 2024
A structurally sound gingerbread house. Fraiche Living Gingerbread houses are one of the best parts of the holiday season, with tons of colorful candy, sweet…
From the Archives: Excerpts from the Tattler Issues of Yesteryear
By Phoebe Colvin on December 2024
Nothing will tell you more about the past of IHS than the archives of The Tattler. Nestled into the back of E wing, in a…
Music Con Amore: Bringing Music to All
By OLIVIA HAO on December 2024
Every Tuesday afternoon, in an IHS practice room, the sounds of music and laughter fill the air. Inside are fifteen to twenty student musicians playing…