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The Broadview

The student news site of Convent of the Sacred Heart High School

The Broadview

The student news site of Convent of the Sacred Heart High School

The Broadview

MAGGIE CUMMINGS | the broadview Sophomore Lily Kaplan talks to rising sophomore Francisca Bayer at lunch. Bayer lived and attended classes with freshman Cate Svendson but later during her stay she attended Women’s Studies, French and an Art Class on her own. It is summer for students in Chile, but the visitors from Reñaca are taking a few different classes at Convent that will not count for credit.

Students leave Chile for classes in San Francisco

February 11, 2010

Ava Martinez Reporter Years of English classes were put to the test for three exchange students from Colegio del Sagrado Corazon in Reñaca, Chile who lived and attended school with Convent students...

Junior Frankie Incerty pours tea at Lovejoy’s Tea Room. Although the sign says “Reserved for Royalty,” Lovejoys welcomes tea drinkers of all ages — specializing in warm scones and dainty sandwiches with the crusts cut off. ANJALI SHRESTHA | the broadview

Tearoom brings charm to 21st century

December 16, 2009

Anjali Shrestha Feature Editor The soft murmur of ladies chatting paired with the clink of porcelain lend to the homey atmosphere of Lovejoy’s Tea Room in Noe Valley. Lovejoy’s,...

Ashley Weber sells a vintage sweater at The Junior League of San Francisco’s Next-to-New Shop & Consignment Boutique. Next-to-New re-sells used clothing and donates portions of the proceeds to community programs. KATIE GHOTBI | the broadview

Vintage stores are in

December 16, 2009

Emma Herlihy Asst.  News Editor Second-hand stores can provide affordable clothing, holiday gifts and the opportunity to sell used clothes, which is especially valuable in the state...

Diet sodas can harm teeth and kidneys

December 16, 2009

Katie Ghotbi Reporter Calorie-free sodas have been a staple of the American diet for about 50 years, and many health-conscious teenagers replace their favorite sugary sodas with the diet versions,...

Breast self-exam guidelines change, concerns women

December 16, 2009

Aggie Kruse Reporter Revised guidelines suggesting cut backs on routine mammography screening are causing concern for many women as once standard detections for the second most lethal cancer in the...

Alumna Pearl Ng makes accessories that are beautiful, and useful. Ng designed a leopard-print shoe bag as a stylish, practical way to carry shoes.    PEARL NG | with permission

Artistic alum Pearl Ng pursues ambitious career in art and design 16 years after graduating

December 16, 2009

Jovel Queirolo Managing Editor A large painting of blue irises hangs on the right wall upon entering Dean of Studies Doug Grant’s office. Pearl Ng (’94) gave Grant the piece 16 years ago after...

Student stress can strain parent-student relationships

December 16, 2009

Emma Herlihy Asst. News Editor Sophomore Katie Burke arrives home after Pilates class with math homework, an English essay, history notes and Symposium due the next day, but only wants to finish it...

Date rape thought to be common

December 16, 2009

Sara Kloepfer A & E Editor A colorless, odorless, tasteless pill dissolves into a Coke. The girl drinking it turns to take a sip, not noticing any change, continuing to chat with her charming...

Junior Elena Dudum checks lyrics at the annual Christmas Concert. She shared a solo as well as sang with the girls chorus and co-ed choir at the concert.

Junior Elena Dudum embraces her voice

December 16, 2009

Isabelle Pinard Reporter Junior Elena Dudum joins a group of students gathering in front of the Duchesene Room, all concentrating while mouthing lines and their hands unconsciously folding the corners...

Recent Muni incidents raise commuters’ safety concerns

December 16, 2009

Zoe Newcomb News Editor Recent stabbings on San Francisco Muni buses has left much of the student body uneasy and unsure how to protect themselves on public transportation. The unprovoked stabbings...

The Octagon House sits on a quiet corner on Union Street and features artifacts and historical objects from the Colonial period. Compared to other San Francisco landmarks, the eight-sided building is not a popular tourist attraction.

Octagon House saves, preserves Colonial history

December 16, 2009

Ava Martinez Reporter Walking down Union Street among the boutiques and restaurants, it is easy to overlook the Octagon House, a museum containing a variety of items from Colonial to Federalist America. The...

Colleges may learn from sports experts

November 2, 2009

Jovel Quierolo Managing editor Professional hockey players skate with a constant fear of losing their edge and their contracts. Every year the tough guys are asked to stay on their teams, get traded...

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