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OHS Observer

Stanford Online High School's student run news site

OHS Observer

Stanford Online High School's student run news site

OHS Observer

Early this academic year, an OHS student created an anonymous Skype account that would join many of our student-led chat groups, with the intent of spreading hate. This podcast documents this "Guest User Account": the harm they caused and what we can learn from our community's response.
Mountain water slowly trickles down creating a beautiful mosaic of blue, brown, and green.
Construction, Energy Drinks, and Pebbles
Knox Choi, Associate Editor • February 12, 2023
Fork in Watered Down Tteokbokki
Fork in Watered Down Tteokbokki
Kara Lee, Associate Editor • February 12, 2023
A table at Barnes & Noble dedicated to #BookTok.
BookTok: Is it Harmful?
Kara Lee, Associate Editor • May 5, 2023

Gone are my days of desperate attempts to squeeze out book recommendations from classmates and teachers. So are my frequent visits to my local...

Cover art for Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd pictures Lana

Del Rey in a blue-toned black-and-white photo (reminiscent of old Hollywood starlets) as she gazes at the camera in rumination.
Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd: Lana Del Rey's Melodic Rumination on Life, Death, and Beauty
Rishi Janakiraman, Staff Writer • April 17, 2023

“And I’m gonna take, mine of you with me.” So goes the sonorous refrain of the opening track to Did you know that there’s a tunnel...

An unfortunate end for a cordyceps-infected insect.
Mushroom Brains: Zoonotic Spillover, Apocalyptic Mutations, and HBO Max
Lily Parry, Staff Writer • February 19, 2023

It’s safe to say that HBO Max’s recent apocalyptic release, The Last of Us, has left viewers with a newfound appreciation for videogame adaptations,...

Red, White & Royal Blue is outrageously fun. I loved every second.”
What are OHSers Reading? Edition 5
Kaveri Udupa, Staff Writer • December 11, 2022

Edition five of book recommendations from students, compiled by grade. Have a suggestion? Submit here: 7th Grade Red, White & Royal Blue...

Caption: The Science Fair Club at OHS collaborates, explores, and pushes the boundaries of scientific knowledge!
Unleashing the Curiosity: Igniting a Passion for Science Through Engaging Science Fairs
Aanya Gupta and Tanisha Gupta May 12, 2023

Science fairs are a feared and overlooked experience by many students, but at the heart are really just an opportunity for students to work by...

Mrs. Stanford, caught on Channel 4 News viewing the Queen lying in state.
A Moment Captured — An OHS Teacher Experiences the Aftermath of Queen Elizabeth II’s Death
Lily Parry, Staff Writer • December 11, 2022

September the 8th marked a time of unprecedented change for the United Kingdom, and for many worldwide. The death of Queen Elizabeth II has sparked...

A tomato hornworm can devour up to four times their body mass in leaves and fruits per day.
Common Pests Plaguing OHS Gardeners
Harmehel Singh, Staff Writer • December 11, 2022

Pests are a nuisance to gardeners, whether the gardeners have a field of crops or just a small home garden. However, while they defoliate and...

Image shows several major time zones around the world.   OHS students represent 49 U.S. states and 42 countries.
How are OHSers Impacted by Time Zone Differences?
Kara Lee, Associate Editor • December 11, 2022

Despite being largely oriented around Pacific Time, OHS is home to students in time zone differences ranging from Central, Hawaii, Eastern, Korea,...

Meet the Staff
Kate North
Kate North
Editor-in-Chief

Kate North is a rising Junior from California.

Professor Philip Yuan, renowned for not only his outstanding architectural designs, but also for a unique integration of cutting-edge technology and traditional architecture.
Bits & Bots: Ethical and Educational Perspectives on the AI Revolution
Isabella Huang, Staff Writer • June 5, 2023
The growth of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) could revolutionize many different industries.
The Power of Generative AI for Business
Bharat Nambisan, Staff Writer • May 30, 2023
ChatGPT, was based on OpenAI’s GPT 3.5 Engine and was released on November 30 2022.
Why Generative AI May Not Be As Intelligent As You Think
Ashok Nambisan, Staff Writer • May 30, 2023
Caption: The Science Fair Club at OHS collaborates, explores, and pushes the boundaries of scientific knowledge!
Unleashing the Curiosity: Igniting a Passion for Science Through Engaging Science Fairs
Aanya Gupta and Tanisha Gupta May 12, 2023
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