COVID-19 – THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

Most teachers believe that while certain topics are better taught in person, Zoom meetings are important in simulating a classroom-style environment.

Zoom creates connections during remote learning

Jeffrey Dratch, Staff Writer
January 15, 2021

Though the pandemic has made it difficult for coffee shops to thrive, some, such as Lalajava, have grown stronger as companies through community support.

Northborough coffee shops challenged yet united by COVID

Yahya Ibrahimi, Staff Writer
January 10, 2021

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Algonquin Writing Center has gone completely online, helping students through virtual and pen pal tutoring.

Algonquin Writing Center goes all online, tackles new marketing strategies

Jessie Lambert, Assistant A&E Editor
January 10, 2021

Covid tests were conducted on Dec. 21 and Dec. 22 with more to follow Jan. 4 and Jan. 5. In addition to the optional Covid testing, the school is requiring student flu shots as a safety precaution.

School officials emphasize the importance of required flu vaccine

Kaitlin Bardsley, Staff Writer
December 23, 2020

Due to the upcoming winter break, COVID-19 testing was offered to high school students on Monday and Tuesday. Orange cones line the auditorium hallway to help keep students socially distanced while waiting to check in for their free test.

Most students heed to travel restrictions, avoid holiday gatherings

Joseph Domolky, Staff Writer
December 22, 2020

In English teacher Alex Silva’s class, senior Hayden Rosenberg sits six feet apart from his classmates to follow proper safety guidelines during class.

District provides free COVID-19 testing to students before holiday break

Karthik Yalala, Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2020

During a dance rehearsal, students work to learn the choreography while sophomore Ben Schanzer works with the tech crew to get the auditorium ready for the filming of the musical.

‘The Show Must Go On(line)’ reinvents the nature of theatre

Ava Aymie, A&E Editor
December 3, 2020

Social distancing signs have been used throughout the district encouraging students to social distance like this sign outside the library on a D100 locker. Despite these initiatives, the district has reported its first in-school transmission

Melican temporarily moves to remote model

Ben Schanzer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 29, 2020

Markers placed on the floor in the hallway remind students and staff to stay socially distant, an implementation of one of the mitigation strategies put in place by the Medical Advisory Team.

COVID-19 Q&A with Medical Advisory Team members: Breaking down the virus

Laura Anderson, Managing Editor
November 15, 2020

The C gym, which normally would house many enthusiastic gym students, is now filled with desks providing students with a place to eat lunch. The cart on the left shows some of the cleaning equipment used to frequently sanitize every area after students use it.

COVID-19 safety protocols implemented to keep risk level low

Claire Bai
November 3, 2020

Opinion Editor Brianna Tang writes that school guidelines need to change to more effectively control COVID-19 in the Algonquin community.

Covid cases require more transparency, communication

Brianna Tang, Opinion Editor
October 21, 2020

Superintendent Greg Martineau and Principal Sean Bevan oversee students as they enter school to ensure they follow proper social distancing measures.

Hybrid learning continues despite three new confirmed COVID cases

Laura Anderson, Managing Editor
October 20, 2020

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