Shifra Dayak
Name: Shifra Dayak
Position: News and Entertainment Editor
Graduation Year: 2020
Stories (39)
"Never Have I Ever" been this impressed by a Netflix original
By Shifra Dayak | May 25, 2020, 3:01 p.m. | In Entertainment »
The show is a touching and comedic milestone for South Asian representation
Sanders' campaign suspension leaves teens conflicted
By Shifra Dayak | May 3, 2020, 12:26 a.m. | In Features »
Recent events led to conflict among progressives, the Democratic Party and more
COVID-19 closure potentially disrupts end-of-year schedule
By Shifra Dayak | March 15, 2020, 5:16 p.m. | In News »
The future of senior activities is unknown right now
The Goodcast Episode 5: Whenever You're Ready
By Vivian Li Shifra Dayak | Feb. 12, 2020, 8:34 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Our thoughts on the Soul Squad's final hurrah
County Council moves to repeal mandatory bike registration
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 12, 2020, 7:56 a.m. | In News »
The proposed changes aim to prevent selective enforcement and increase equity
The Goodcast Episode 4: "Patty"
By Vivian Li Shifra Dayak | Jan. 30, 2020, 1:52 p.m. | In Entertainment »
The gang is finally in the Good Place — what's next?
How to finally create a "new you" in the new year
By Shifra Dayak | Jan. 21, 2020, 8:07 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
SCO's guide to building good habits in 2020
The Goodcast Episode 3: Mondays, Am I Right?
By Vivian Li Shifra Dayak | Jan. 20, 2020, 12:12 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Hello there, fellow Good Place Geeks, and welcome to episode 3 of the Goodcast! We're Vivian and Shifra, and we're here to tell you all about Chapter 50 of the Good Place on NBC, titled "Mondays, Am I Right?"
The Goodcast Episode 2: You've Changed, Man
By Vivian Li Shifra Dayak | Jan. 14, 2020, 9:52 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Tune into Episode 2 of the Goodcast to hear our thoughts on the highlights of the most recent episode, “You’ve Changed, Man.”
The Goodcast Episode 1: "The Good Place" recapped
By Vivian Li Shifra Dayak | Jan. 9, 2020, 5:12 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Hi everybody, and welcome to The Good Podcast. We're Shifra and Vivian, SCO's resident Good Place geeks, and we're here just in time for the show's final four episodes starting this Thursday, Jan. 9 at 8:30 p.m. on NBC!
From Karachi to the halls of Blair
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 22, 2019, 9:59 p.m. | In Features »
Atique's busy schedule is similar to that of many other Blazers, but there is one difference — she is an exchange student from Karachi, Pakistan who is only at Blair for one year.
County debate on school closure for Eid continues
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 9, 2019, 9:11 p.m. | In Local »
Families, board members and other community members have voiced mixed opinions
Snack on this: New vending machines promote health but have downfalls
By Shifra Dayak | Nov. 18, 2019, 4:01 p.m. | In Opinions »
The healthier options are just one step in the right direction
Early AP registration misses the mark
By Shifra Dayak | Oct. 27, 2019, 7:01 p.m. | In Op/Ed »
The College Board's new test policies inconvenience both staff and students
Silento no longer headlining High School Nation event
By Shifra Dayak | Oct. 10, 2019, 11:35 a.m. | In Local »
The singer announced in his Instagram comments that he was not actually scheduled to perform at Blair
"Downton Abbey" is a royal success
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 24, 2019, 1:17 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Fans of the British TV series "Downton Abbey" have been eagerly awaiting the film version's release since it was announced in July 2018 and they will be glad to know it doesn't disappoint.
Blazers are enthusiastic as election season approaches
By Shifra Dayak | June 4, 2019, 5:40 p.m. | In Features »
Blair students are looking ahead to the 2020 presidential election
Students explore toxicity through art projects
By Shifra Dayak | April 27, 2019, 10:37 a.m. | In Features »
Blair and Bethesda Chevy-Chase High School collaborated to create a pop-up museum
Living in a tiger's den
By Shifra Dayak | March 31, 2019, 12:25 p.m. | In Features »
The complexities of having a tiger parent
Blair students strike for climate action
By Shifra Dayak Sam Kulp | March 15, 2019, 11:03 a.m. | In Local »
Blazers rallied at the Capitol Building on March 15 as part of the International Climate Strike
Blair celebrates Women's History Month
By Shifra Dayak | March 10, 2019, 3:12 p.m. | In Features »
A guide to class and club-sponsored activities
Blair alum to become first woman director of National Gallery of Art
By Shifra Dayak | March 10, 2019, 3:06 p.m. | In Features »
Kaywin Feldman will begin the job after a long history of museum leadership
Media center hosts Valentine's Day event
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 21, 2019, 2 p.m. | In Local »
Students watched a movie and participated in a book raffle
Cielo Rojo brings traditional Mexican cuisine to Takoma Park
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 17, 2019, 11:45 a.m. | In Food »
The small restaurant combines fresh flavors with a homey atmosphere
Reality baking shows are a sweet treat
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 3, 2019, 9:54 a.m. | In Food »
SCO's take on popular baking shows
Hip-Hop History and Culture class to begin next year
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 2, 2019, 6:11 p.m. | In Local »
The class will dissect different eras and impacts of hip-hop in the U.S.
Why colleges should scrap the SAT
By Shifra Dayak | Feb. 2, 2019, 6:05 p.m. | In Opinions »
Postsecondary institutions should make test score submissions optional
Diving into the holiday season
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 28, 2018, 8:24 p.m. | In Features »
Blazer traditions and favorites during the winter months
Silver Spring Links recognizes Principal Johnson for her contributions to the community
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 22, 2018, 3:17 p.m. | In Local »
The local service organization celebrated her leadership at an event
Leaders in sustainability
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 12, 2018, 1:12 a.m. | In Op/Ed »
MCPS and Blair's sustainability initiatives are a step in the right direction
Blair students make onigiri for a cause
By Shifra Dayak | Dec. 1, 2018, 9:22 p.m. | In Local »
Japanese teacher Yoko Zoll hosted an event as part of Onigiri Action
Leading the way with an epee
By Shifra Dayak | Nov. 22, 2018, 12:54 a.m. | In Blair Connection »
Fencer Justin Haddad uses his years of fencing experience to create positive change
Political Statistics class creates a midterm election model
By Shifra Dayak | Nov. 12, 2018, 10:09 a.m. | In Local »
Seniors predict the outcome of Congressional races with a statistical model
Principal removes three-day limit on college visit days
By Shifra Dayak | Oct. 3, 2018, 8:08 a.m. | In Local »
All students can now receive excused absences for more than three visits
Blair honors National Merit semi-finalists
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 28, 2018, 9:03 p.m. | In Local »
Forty-two students were recognized in a ceremony on Sept. 25
Blair's first floor lockers removed
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 25, 2018, 12:14 a.m. | In Local »
The space is now used for new lunch tables
The Board of Education approves a resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 24, 2018, 9:43 p.m. | In Local »
Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 marks the month-long celebration in MCPS
Dear teachers, stop sucking the fun out of summer
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 3, 2018, 8:29 p.m. | In Opinions »
Summer reading assignments should cater to all students' strengths and interests
A Meg(a) Disappointment
By Shifra Dayak | Sept. 3, 2018, 8:08 p.m. | In Movies »
The flick is too predictable and cliched to hold audiences' attention