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Stratford Gazebo

The Student News Site of Stratford Academy

Stratford Gazebo

Caroline Sutherland looks forward to the day when she doesnt have to share a bathroom with her younger brother

Counting the days until I get my own bathroom

Caroline Sutherland, Gazebo Staff Writer May 15, 2019

Although I am sad about my sister going off to college, I also am looking forward to that day because I will get to move into her room. I finally will be free of having to share a bathroom with my younger...

Carson Simmons ponders her next password change

Is our private information in danger?

Carson Simmons, Gazebo Staff Writers May 15, 2019

Many people use the same password for every online account they own. Whether it’s a pet’s name, favorite team, or a simple series of numbers, passwords that are easy to guess could potentially put...

Why you should take AP classes

Why you should take AP classes

Kate Wimberly, Gazebo Staff Writer May 9, 2019

Stratford offers several AP courses for each grade. The purpose of these advanced placement classes is to better prepare students for college. I have taken AP World History as a sophomore, and I have...

Fear of Public Speaking

Overcoming fear of public speaking

Daisy Ge, Gazebo Staff Writer May 8, 2019

Backpacks can be a heavy load

Backpacks can be a heavy load

Sabina Ajjan, Gazebo Staff Writer May 2, 2019

Whenever someone lifts my backpack, I hear a grunt and then “why is your backpack so heavy?” Well, that’s because the only thing I keep in my locker is my AP World History textbook. In middle...

When it comes to standardized tests, I know my stuff

When it comes to standardized tests, I know my stuff

Kaitlyn Neel, Gazebo Staff Writer May 1, 2019

Its 12:26 p.m. and I finally heard a “Stop and put your pencils down.” After hearing these words,  I felt a wave of relief. Not because I thought I did outstanding on the SAT or anything, but because...

Bonnie Sherwood, left, at Camp Harbour

Summer camp like second home

Bonnie Sherwood, Gazebo Staff Writer May 1, 2019

For the past four years, I have been spending at least a week of June or July in Clayton, Georgia, at Camp High Harbour. My older sister, Mary Cason Sherwood, attended this camp for a few summers and always...

 Camilla, age 9, with brothers Will and Jess

Expectations come with being the oldest

Camilla Veale, Gazebo Staff Writer May 1, 2019

Whether you’re the youngest, middle or oldest child, there’s always something stereotypical about your birth order. The oldest child is usually described as being mature and responsible.  The middle...

Finally my time for no more metal mouth

Finally my time for no more ‘metal mouth’

Cate Eddlemon, Gazebo Staff Writer May 1, 2019

When my orthodontist told me in late February I would be getting my braces off, I was beyond excited. I had worn my braces for two and a half years. Most of my friends already had theirs off, so I...

Senior Caroline Horn with Upper School Principal Mrs. Margaret Brogdon

Students would benefit from life skills classes

Caroline Horn, Gazebo Staff Writer May 1, 2019

Most of Stratford’s high school curriculum focuses on just academic information, with not a lot of opportunities to learn life skills. High school is supposed to prepare students for college. However,...

The Miracle at West Macon Park

The Miracle at West Macon Park

Mary Elaine Mitchell, Gazebo Staff Writer April 30, 2019

My journey with a camera

My journey with a camera

Grant Gordon, Gazebo Staff Writer April 30, 2019

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