Fall weather, football, and family, American classics represent our beloved holiday of ‘thanks.’ A tradition started by the founding fathers themselves is true depiction of the American Dream and its history overall. Thanksgiving, as some were taught was started when the Plymouth colonists shared a meal with the Wampanoag Natives to celebrate the fruits of…
Is the Standardized Testing Worth It? by Marley Iralien
The students of Boston Latin Academy take on average of four standardized tests each year. While that might not seem like a lot, these tests can create an environment of anxiety and often feel unconnected to what is taught. In a 2016 Harvard study, it was found the average student spends 20 to 25 hours…
Tech Titan Alum Makes Monumental Donation By Amishai Goodman-Goldstein, Class of 2023
On October 21st, Boston Latin Academy was visited by alumnus and Airbnb co-founder Nathan Blecharczyk, who donated one million dollars to the school for purposes of STEM education. Mr. Blecharczyk began his career as a software developer, and coded Airbnb’s first website. He currently serves as the company’s Chief Strategy Officer. Currently, BLA students interested…