Stranger Things 5 Review
The series finale of Stranger Things aired this New Year’s Eve, marking the end of the decade-running, groundbreaking series. To many teens who grew up with the show, as well…
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Holiday Season at LFA
Warm and festive greetings from the Spectator. In a time when the days are getting shorter and the air is cooling, the holiday season allows Lake Forest Academy to unite…
Is Teen Burnout The New Norm?
It’s 8:00 am on a Tuesday, and a high school junior is already on their second cup of coffee, desperately trying to stay awake during their first period. This isn’t…
Does LFA’S Letter Day Schedule Cause Balance or Burnout?
One aspect of Lake Forest Academy that sets it apart is the unique letter day schedule. Prospective students and parents are usually surprised when the schedule is introduced, as it…
AI is Ruining Hollywood
On the New York Times Opinion podcast in late June 2025, Peter Thiel, a venture capitalist, entrepreneur and founder of Palantir Technologies, discussed the growth in technology candidly in contexts…
Project to Replace White House’s East Wing with Ballroom Kicks Off
President Donald Trump’s White House remodeling efforts have sparked controversy as his project to replace the East Wing of the White House with a 90,000-square-foot ballroom commenced this autumn. The…
MLB Needs to Adopt a Salary Cap
After the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2025 World Series, a debate has reopened across the MLB about team spending. Today, it remains the only…
Stranger Things Season Five Promotion Draws Mixed Reactions
The official trailer for the finale of Netflix’s hit TV show, “Stranger Things,” was released on October 30, leaving fans full of anticipation for the new season. However, many were…
Is Black Friday Ruining Thanksgiving?
With Thanksgiving break around the corner, the community has begun to prepare for the holiday. Thursday: Family, friends, food, gratitude and love. Friday: Consumerism, capitalism, greed and rummaging through stores.…
Should the Driving Age be Raised to 18?
For the first time, the streets of Belmont have seen drivers in the graduating class of 2028. And, as a Form IV student, it is fascinating to see my peers…