(Flickr)   On November 10, 2020, Microsoft released its stunning new Xbox Series X. Two days later, Sony released its revolutionary PS5 .   While both consoles provide 4k gaming at 120 frames per second (fps), there are notable differences.   Sony’s ambitious curvature design is a clear deviation from conventional gaming consoles. With one…

(Flickr) From Regan Cornelius, Josh Tu, and Carolyn Vaziri Given former Vice-President Joe Biden’s win over President Donald J. Trump and the divisive climate surrounding the election, we at “The Academy Life” extend invitations for all points of view. If your beliefs differ from our greater school’s population, please feel encouraged to let your voice be…

Thirty upper school students participated in the Service Board’s 3rd annual sleep out for KIDS 4 KIDS on Friday, November 6. Student and teacher volunteers put thumbs up for a job well done at finishing part of the drive.    (Courtesy/Ms. Bening)  While many Vikings are blessed with a surplus of food and personal items,…

(Courtesy/Pixabay) Many eligible CA seniors cast their ballots for the first time for the 2020 presidential election. This year, voting looked different than past elections, and our eighteen-year-old seniors had the option to  fill out an absentee ballot or wear masks and practice social-distancing while standing in line at the voting stations. To avoid the…

Academy raises a second tent in our school’s observance of social distancing  (Charlie Belford’22/Media) Lunch line systems and unpredictable weather were just two of many concerns Academy faced when it moved to 100% capacity in mid-October. Many faculty members have stepped up and taken on new roles, from supervising the lunch line to ensuring students…

(La Noticia Charlotte) From Sunday, November 1-2, Latin American communities observed Day of the Dead, a celebration of the afterlife.  Typically commemorated by colorful street parades, intimate group storytelling, and reflective gatherings in cemeteries, this year’s holiday adhered to social distancing guidelines.  “This year it has been tough to really celebrate Día de los Muertos…

Upper school ceramics teacher, Charity White (Andrew Barren’22/Media) Charity White, our Upper School arts and ceramics teacher, has inspired 18 of our seniors to work the polls in the today’s election, along with Middle School art teacher, Pedro Mena, and long-term substitute, Laura Dachenbach, in an initiative at Academy, called “Youth at the Booth,” organized…

(Courtesy/Tim Morford) Last Thursday’s stormy weather did not stop the Service Board from door-to-door asking for canned food items on Friday, October 30,  thanks to the flexibility of Mr. Morford, Tara Hoffman’22 and senior Sophia Sommer. Academy alumna parent, Donna Simmons, posted the rescheduled undertaking on social media, so neighbors could leave donations on their…

(Flickr) Through the months of October to December, an influx of movement within the deer population occurs as they search for food, oftentimes causing them to run onto roads and highways. Deer are most likely to run onto the roads from dusk to dawn. This poses a danger to drivers early in the morning and…

(Wikimedia Commons)  Since the pandemic began, senior year has looked a little different for the class of 2021 because they cannot attending sporting events or leave school to get lunch. Yet Academy has been working hard to make this year as fun as possible, one new treat being Food Trucks Friday.  Starting on October 30, seniors…