Op-Ed: The SATs Should Be Abolished
It's time for the Scholastic Assessment Test, also known as the SAT, to be abolished. For many years, students have been required to take SATs to get into college. However, amid recent criticism that the tests cater to higher-income families and are an ineffective measure of a student's intelligence, they are slowly being eradicated as a mandate in students' applications.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 13
Ben and Matthew discuss the Masters Tournament and Tiger Woods’ impressive comeback from a brutal car accident. They also give their play-in predictions, dive into the NBA Playoffs, and look forward to the NFL Draft.
Zoo Podcast: President Joe F. Interview
Spencer and Teymour talk to President Joe and reflect on his time at Browning. Tune in to watch Joe mention a few of his favorite teachers he’s had, plans for Senior Spring, and discuss his sports career.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 12
The Zoo is back at it again! Ben and Matthew dive into the March Madness upsets headlined by the surprising St. Peter’s Peacocks, an unpredictable NFL offseason with Todd Bowles taking over in Tampa Bay, and the NHL trade deadline.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 11
Ben and Matthew discuss the Russia-Ukraine and its impact on sports. They also discuss the eventful moves in the NFL, like the Russell Wilson trade, Aaron Rodgers resigning in Green Bay, the UEFA Champions League, the NBA and NHL.
Nurse Linehan and Covid-19
Our school nurse, Maureen Linehan, has kept busy preparing for and maintaining the return of the student body and faculty.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 10
Ben and Matthew discuss Super Bowl LVI, the New York Knicks, the Celtics, and All Star Weekend in the NBA. They wrap up the episode talking about the end of the Browning Basketball Season.
Super Bowl LVI Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California today in Super Bowl LVI. This matchup was unexpected, as the Rams and Bengals were both 4 seeds coming into the playoffs.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 9
Ben and Matthew discuss their Super Bowl LVI predictions, the NFL Honors, the eventful NBA Trade Deadline, and the Winter Olympics. They discuss recent hockey events like the hiring of Martin St. Louis and the retirement of Tuukka Rask.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 8
Ben and Matthew discuss the retirement of Tom Brady, discuss the AFC and NFC championship games, and other football news.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 7
Ben and Matthew discuss the recent Baseball Hall of Fame vote, and Keith Yandle breaking the NHL iron man streak. They also discuss the recent NFL playoff events and Varsity Basketball Team.
Changes and a return to Pre-Pandemic School
This year, students and teachers are noticing the benefits of engaging face to face, both academically and socially. Despite the challenges that still exist, members of the community are getting closer to a pre-pandemic environment.
Opinion: The Need for Financial Literacy Education
It’s time for financial literacy to be taught in schools. Four in seven Americans are financially illiterate. Only 24% of Millennials understand basic financial concepts. 64% of adults identify money as a significant stressor.
The ZOO Podcast Club Episode
Spencer interviews members from the Art Club, Grytte, and the Debate Team. Watch this episode to learn more about these clubs and their great achievements.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 6
Ben and Matthew discuss the recent College Football Championship Game between Georgia and Alabama. They also discuss the Knicks acquiring 22 year old wing Cam Reddish from the Atlanta Hawks, Super Wildcard Weekend, Black Monday, and the NHL All-Star game.
Students Connect through Fantasy Football
Part of the camaraderie built between students in the upper school takes place in the world of fantasy football, where pressure, strategy, and most importantly fun is shared among participants.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 5
Ben and Matthew discuss recent events in sports like the Bowl Games in College Football, the emergence of Joe Burrow, the Rangers.
Varsity Basketball return to play with an Emphatic Victory at the LREI Tip-Off Tournament.
After a last-minute comeback to win the league championship two years ago, the Varsity Basketball Team returned with an impressive victory at the LREI Tip-Off Tournament to start the season.
Badger Receiver Reflects on Time as Panther Alum
During his time at Browning, Skyler Bell ‘21 obtained the fundamentals of being an athlete that would lead him to excel at football on a Big 10 team. Bell is currently midway through his first year playing as a wide receiver for the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Badgers team.
Upper Classmen Build Community in the Outdoors
As part of the broader peer leadership program, the ninth graders, accompanied by the senior peer leaders, went on a retreat to strengthen friendships and understand their role at Browning in a more authentic way.