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Counterpoint

The Student Site of Castilleja School

Counterpoint

The Student Site of Castilleja School

Counterpoint

Quarterback Taryn Johnston '26 high-fives her teammates.
Castilleja’s flag football team finishes strong in breakout season
By Sarah Zhou, Staff Writer | March 17, 2026

Last fall, Castilleja’s Varsity Flag Football team tied for second in the West Bay Athletic League (WBAL) with a 7-4 win-loss record. Led by Head Coach Matt Callahan and Assistant Coach James Hall, alongside co-captains Karlie...

Maraqa's Hass Fellowship project examines Dearborn’s rich Middle Eastern culture and reflects on her own Palestinian identity.
Exploring Arab identity, language and community in Dearborn
By Noor Maraqa, Guest Writer | May 14, 2026

This past summer, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the culture and history of Dearborn, Michigan, the first and only majority Muslim and Middle Eastern major city in...

Breaking down the globalization of Asian blind boxes and collectibles
Biz Breakdown: The globalization of Asian blind boxes
By Chloe Cheng, Arts & Entertainment Editor | January 15, 2026

Over the past few years, green, bald figurines have begun populating the corners of Castillejan’s rooms or hanging off their backpacks. These...

Castilleja faculty reflect on their favorite songs and artists of 2025.
2025 Spotify Wrapped: Castilleja teachers and faculty
By Leela Mudumbai and Isabelle Chen | March 4, 2026

2025 was a year filled with chaos, community and reflection. Amid the whirlwind, one annual reveal dominated conversations and Instagram stories...

Petersen reflects on capturing campus life around the Circle.
Sam Petersen: Capturing Castilleja through visual storytelling
By Alice Tolland, Staff Writer | March 5, 2026

For the past two years, Sam Petersen has served as Castilleja’s Communications and Digital Media Specialist, shaping how campus life is captured...

Quarterback Taryn Johnston '26 high-fives her teammates.
Castilleja’s flag football team finishes strong in breakout season
By Sarah Zhou, Staff Writer | March 17, 2026

Last fall, Castilleja’s Varsity Flag Football team tied for second in the West Bay Athletic League (WBAL) with a 7-4 win-loss record. Led by...