The Florence Fang Community Farm (FFCF) in San Francisco's Bayview Hunters Point was transformed from a barren brownfield into a thriving hub for organic farming, led by community leaders Ted Fang and Faheem Carter. The farm addresses food insecurity and promotes sustainable agriculture, empowering local Black and Asian communities to grow their own food while fostering social justice, despite challenges like a violent attack on Carter. Read the full piece here.

This reporting by Kara and Elaine highlights a growing national labor movement across various industries, where workers are pushing for better wages, benefits, and safer conditions. Despite facing challenges from corporations and governments, union efforts and collective action are proving critical in advocating for improved working conditions. Read the full piece here.

The article details senior Charlie Northedge's efforts in organizing the Sept. 27 walkouts across Virginia to protest changes to the state's Model Transgender Policies, which limit students' control over their gender identity. Northedge highlights the negative mental health impacts these revisions could have on queer students and emphasizes the importance of community support and activism. Read the full piece here.

The article written by Chloe Sow explores the gap between Seattle's progressive values and its failure to address systemic inequalities, particularly in housing. Read the full piece here.

The article discusses the food insecurity crisis affecting students at West High, highlighting the efforts of the school's West High Supply food pantry, which provides discreet assistance to those in need, and emphasizes the broader systemic issues that contribute to hunger and its negative impact on students' education and well-being. Read the full piece here.

Peter and Carly wrote about Jeff Boyce, a long-time AP Environmental Science teacher, who embraces a political perspective in his teaching on climate change, emphasizing scientific observation over belief, and inspiring students to pursue environmental careers while addressing both environmental problems and solutions. Read the full piece here.

These journalists reported on the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, which was passed in response to the industrial pollution of the Cuyahoga River that caught fire in 1969, requiring states to monitor and improve water quality. The Harpeth Conservancy, a nonprofit organization in Tennessee focused on preserving impaired rivers, empowers community members through initiatives like the River Stewards Awards, with intern Sydney highlighting the importance of local water conservation efforts. Watch the full piece here.

Izzy, Quinn, and Carly reported on STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting survivor Lucy Sarkissian continuing to struggle with anxiety and PTSD four years after the 2019 incident, highlighting the ongoing fear students face regarding gun violence in schools. Despite measures taken to improve safety, many students feel increasingly unsafe and experience heightened anxiety, prompting activism for stricter gun control laws and support from organizations like Moms Demand Action. Read the full piece here.

Lauren and Krish covered California's worsening homelessness crisis, which includes 30% of the nation's homeless population, and how it is being addressed in Cupertino through local initiatives and nonprofit partnerships aimed at providing housing solutions and community support. Read the full piece here.

Sara Rose Caplan, a St. John’s School alumna, wrote an open letter advocating for trans youth in Texas, expressing her concerns about the rising legislative attacks on trans rights and urging her community to acknowledge and support those affected by these challenges. Read the full piece here.