Ellie Goudie Remembering the Legacy of Gidra: the Student Newspaper of the Asian American Movement Student activism has long been a cornerstone of social progress movements and is still prevalent today. It is especially prevalent in the current age of social media, where activists can use online platforms to spread protest movements and ideas, and garner support from people across the globe
Student Council Presidential Exit Interview with Ethan Anderson As we welcome in the new Student Council president, we sat down with Ethan Anderson to ask about advice for the next year!
Sciences On the Origin of Animal Species The origins of the animal kingdom lie buried in sediment and shale.
Getting to Know Your Grade Reps (2021-2022) Congratulations to Dean Kaduboski and Jack Holtz for becoming our 2021-2022 President and Vice President! Now it's time to select their council, and we have many wonderful candidates running to represent you! We asked each candidate to respond to the following prompts: 1. Write a short bio about
The Falcon and the Winter Solider Review Upon hearing there would be a show following Marvel's the Falcon and the Winter Solider, I was apprehensive. Now that the show has finished its first (and supposedly only season), it's time to review! Let's get into it.
Mortal Kombat (2021) Movie Review This past weekend, I went to an ACTUAL movie theater to watch the new movie Mortal Kombat, and I have lots to gush about. THREE...TWO...ONE...FIGHT! (Let's get into it)
Clubs King French Club Movie Screening: Au Revoir les Enfants Next Tuesday, April 27th, at 7 P.M., the King French Club will be hosting a Zoom showing of Au Revoir Les Enfants (“Goodbye, Children”).
Despotism Develops as Democracy Dies The latest ploy by Republican lawmakers to secure political power.
Ellie Goudie King Students Attend the Online Asian American Footsteps Conference This past Sunday, King students attended the virtual Asian American Footsteps Conference, this year hosted by Phillips Exeter Academy.
Student Council Race to the Presidency Class president elections are just around the corner! To help you get to know the candidates, we asked each of them to answer a few prompts so you can learn what they’re passionate about. At the Pelican, we hope you all use this as an opportunity to choose a
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom Review I recently settled down to watch the Oscar Nominated film Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, and there is so much to say. Let's get into it
Mank Review Sometime during winter break, or even Thanksgiving break, I settled down to watch the new David Fincher movie Mank. I got halfway through and then stopped watching it. Well, four months later, I have finally watched it from start to finish. Lets get into it.
Sciences Return to the Red Planet Our latest envoy to its close neighbor carries the torch of human ingenuity.
Opinion Piece Promising Young Woman Review Over Spring Break, I took a night to watch the new Oscar nominated film Promising Young Woman, and oh boy. Lets get into it.
Opinion Piece Deadpool Review: After five years, I have finally watched Deadpool, and I have so much to say. Lets get into it.
WandaVision Review: Episodes 8 and 9 (MAJOR SPOILERS) Now that WandaVision has come to a close, its time to review the last two episodes! Lets get into it.
Opinion Piece 51%: America Vs. China In The Bitcoin Mining War A terrifying hypothetical attack puts Bitcoin at risk.
Opinion Piece Pieces of a Woman Review: Award season is here, so why not review one of the Best Actress contenders films? Lets get into it.
Performing Arts Spring Awakening: Reimagining the Theater Every theater experience brings something new, and each production is a unique endeavor. This year’s musical will be unlike any other musical production King has put on. Spring Awakening, the musical revival, is based on a German play of the same name written in 1891. It is, in the
Clubs King Feminist Club Holds Period Drive for Local Shelter This month, King students are holding a period drive, accepting donations of period products and cash to benefit Stamford homeless shelter Pacific House.
Opinion Piece WandaVision Review: Episodes 1-7 You may have heard of the hit show currently airing on Disney Plus; find out more about it with Charlotte Alexander as she breaks down each episode! (Mild Spoiler Warnings)
Opinion Piece The "Angels in America" Revival After seeing the show, I was speechless. The story was magnificent, and getting the staging, lighting, and sound perfectly precise could not have been a walk in the park. However, I was most impressed by the actors.
Opinion Piece Tenet Review First in a series of reviews from one of our film classes here at King, Charlotte Alexander delves into the world of Tenet.
Staffulty Quiz: Which Member of the Upper School History Department are you? Ever wondered who among the history faculty at King you're the most similar to? Take the Pelican's quiz below to find out!
Flight of the Pelican Today, we celebrate the accomplishments of a titular figure in our community. Not of the hardy writers or the distinguished actors, but of someone in between: Joz Butler, class of 2022. As Editor in Chief of King School newspaper, The Pelican, they have been recognized by the illustrious Quill and