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The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

Beacon’s Guide to College

Elizabeth Block, Contributor October 23, 2024

The Ohio State University: There are few schools that ooze school spirit, but this is one of them. Simply turn on the television during a football game and you’ll see. Students and alums alike paint...

Book Review: the Kingdom of Back

Destynei Gardner, Contributor October 23, 2024

The Kingdom of Back by Marie Lu is a historical fantasy novel inspired by the famous composer Mozart and his sister Maria, otherwise known as Nannerl. Originally released on March 3, 2020, The Kingdom...

Album Review: Give Up

Alexander Prosser-Greene, Contributor October 23, 2024

Give Up is the one and only album made by The Postal Service, a duo formed by Ben Gibbard, lead singer of band Death Cab for Cutie, and musician Jimmy Tamborello. The album was created long distance–Gibbard...

Pure Heroine Reterospective

Mira Klouda, Contributor October 23, 2024

On September 27, 2013, Lorde (born Ella O’Connor), a 17 year old girl from New Zealand, released her debut studio album Pure Heroine, an album that would go on to be named one of the best of 2013 and...

Shows and Movies for fall vibes

Meredith Page, Junior Editor October 23, 2024

As the leaves turn brown and the weather grows colder, time in the pool and sun is replaced with cozy relaxation indoors. So while you're snuggled up on the couch sipping a pumpkin spice latte, only one...

TikTok Shop Hidden Gems

Amina Brown and Georgie Ley October 23, 2024

It’s safe to say we’ve gone a little crazy with our spendings on TikTok shop, so to save you the insanity, we’re here to share the most popular items and a few of our personal favorites.  Sacheu...

Why you should show your Tiger Pride

Tessa Frantz, Contributor October 21, 2024

Pep rallies, spirit weeks, class color days, field days. No matter what the school event is, it always feels like there are not enough people participating. Those who dress up and go all out for spirit...

A basic guide to not falling behind

Suri Skrine and Noa Gordon October 15, 2024

Whether you're a freshman lost in the hallway, or a senior with a bad case of senioritis, it can be impossible to focus. As fellow struggling classmates, we’ve come up with foolproof ways to stay on...

DC Restaurants on a budget

Nora Goldwasser, Contributor October 15, 2024

Imagine sinking your teeth into a delicious sandwich, your mouth watering with every bite. Well, that’s what I think of every day at school in fourth period, waiting for the bell to ring so I can go...

Senior Year Bucket List

Senior Year Bucket List

Adler Amolsch, Director of New Staff October 15, 2024

Walking through the ominous third-floor stench or sipping on thick fountain water after lunch, Jackson-Reed never fails to provide a set of niche and absolutely unforgettable traditions. As the Class of...

The best study spots in DC

The best study spots in DC

Maria Joyce-Johnson and Junior Editor October 15, 2024

Many are familiar with the ever-present struggle to find a solid study spot. Luckily you have me, who went around to cafes in the area to find the best place to lock in. Overrated: P&P, Starbucks  I...

Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight: the heroic Antonia Novello

Alice Debevoise, Sage Deora October 15, 2024

Antonia Novello, born Coello, was born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico on August 23, 1944. In childhood, Novello suffered from Hirschsprung's disease, a chronic health condition where nerves are missing from the...

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