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The Student Site of Castilleja School

Counterpoint

The Student Site of Castilleja School

Counterpoint

TAG student leaders serve fresh noodles at a food stall.
TAG brings Taiwanese night market to life at Castilleja
By Sara Flexer, Managing Editor | May 28, 2025

The Taiwanese Affinity Group (TAG) hosted a night market at Castilleja last Friday, featuring cultural activities and lots of homemade food. A staple of Taiwanese culture, night markets are known for their street food and vibrant...

Calligraphy activities set out by Chinese+ and TAG student leaders to celebrate Lunar New Year this past January.
Opinion: Why we need to make Lunar New Year a school holiday
By Maddie Park, Editor of Opinions | June 7, 2025

I FaceTimed my grandma on Lunar New Year’s Eve. I was unable to stay on the call for long, as I had to finish a math problem set, prepare for a science lab and finalize my research...

Abby provides answers and advice to the community’s questions.
Ask Abby: Friendly Senior
By Abigail Kim | May 14, 2025

Dear Abby, How do you hold onto people before they leave, especially when time feels like it's moving so fast? And why does it feel so hard...

A century after its publication, the "Great Gatsby" continues to influence the music world today.
“The Great Gatsby”: 13 songs relating to the classic novel
By Candy Fu and Fiona Wiley | May 14, 2025

As “The Great Gatsby” turns 100 years old this year, it’s having a comeback. More people are talking about it and analyzing its significance...

Ayda Gokturk '25 discusses her passions for computer science, art, and machine learning.
Ayda Gokturk: finding joy in creativity and coding
By Leela Mudumbai, Staff Writer | June 19, 2025

At Castilleja, Ayda Gokturk ‘25 has eagerly explored opportunities across disciplines, with a particular fascination in all things computer-related....

Players and coaches weigh in on the various factors that influence playing time.
The coach’s dilemma: Playing time in winter sports
By Emma Siegel and Anya Dalal | January 18, 2025

As fall sports wrap up and winter sports begin pre-season, many basketball and soccer players are thinking about the same thing: “What will...