Grace Fay

Grace Fay, Opinion Editor

My name is Grace Fay and I am an Opinion Editor. I am a senior, and this is my second year on the Evanstonian staff. My favorite news publications are The Hill, Politico, and The Washington Post. I like to focus my writing on social and political issues that are pressing in our community. Outside of the Evanstonian, I like to read, visit the Art Institute, and explore new donut shops in Chicago.

By Grace Fay

Six tips for the six worst months of high school

Grace Fay, Opinion Editor • May 24, 2018

As the class of 2018 prepares to leave high school in the dust, the rest of the school prepares to move one step closer to graduation. For many, this means exploring options for college and trying to make...

IB programs should be examined as alternate to AP programs

Grace Fay, Opinion Editor • April 27, 2018

The time has come again for students to stress over AP tests, and with it the ever present question: is it worth it? AP Programs have long been the standard for advanced classes in high school. But...

Gen Z must be aware of their shortcomings

Grace Fay, Opinion Editor • March 23, 2018

After Parkland, there’s a fascination in the generation born after 1996. What’s so special? Turns out, a lot. The vast difference stems from the incredibly disruptive environment that Generation...

Do new developments erase Evanston’s identity?

Grace Fay and Gigi Wade • February 22, 2018

While many argue that new developments silence our diversity and culture, the truth is they are necessary for progress. The past few years have seen several development proposed. Almost all are...

ETHS must require both PE, fine arts for four years

Grace Fay and Grace Fay • December 15, 2017

Prioritize art. While PE is important for the physical health of students, it is time for ETHS to start focusing on how art can help improve students wellbeing. Illinois is one of only six states that...

Is #MeToo the right outlet to combat rape culture?

Gigi Wade and Grace Fay • November 21, 2017

Power in numbers. The “#MeToo” social media campaign has provided valuable support to survivors of sexual assault nationwide. The hashtag began after allegations of assault against Hollywood...

Trump serves as distraction from other corrupt officials

Grace Fay, Opinion Editor • November 3, 2017

If your activism is based solely on rebuking the Trump administration, you are doing yourself and your fellow citizens a huge disservice. Obviously, the Trump administration is one of the worst to walk...

Should teachers be able to express political views?

Grace Fay and Gigi Wade • October 16, 2017

Let it out. Teachers should be able to express their political opinions in class for the advancement of students education. Our generation forming is opinions during an interesting time. Our...

Parent problems

Grace Fay and Grace Fay • September 22, 2017

Grow up. Students must start accepting responsibility for their actions without parents help. I get it. You got a bad grade on a test and you’re positive you did everything in your power to get...

Are summer service trips really “worth” it?

Grace Fay and Gigi Wade • August 28, 2017

Yes Embark and serve. Despite recent criticism of service trips, they remain invaluable for teenagers and the communities alike. Volunteering away from home is a popular way for students at...

Alternatives to college may be a better fit

Grace Fay, Billy Krupkin and Jonathan Neuberger • May 31, 2017

While the traditional post-secondary plan is to go to a four year college right after High School, these 12 seniors choose to take an alternate path by taking a gap year. A gap year serves as a break between...

Female student government members reject leadership gender stereotypes

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • March 17, 2017

As Women’s History Month is celebrated, women in the student council and senate are reflecting on what it means to be a female leader in our society. “Our student council is mostly females, which...

Race for Nolan Robinson’s successor heats up

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • February 24, 2017

Get your cheery morning voice ready, because Nolan Robinson is holding breakneck auditions for his announcements spot. “The next announcer will have to be excited and bursting with energy every morning,”...

Teachers report

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • December 16, 2016

As the world reflects on the drastic changes of the past year, teachers in Evanston are looking at their own upheaval of moving to a different school. “I think everyday is challenging and different,...

Departments try to make students more aware of their health

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • November 22, 2016

The most important part of high school might seem like grades, but teens should be keeping up with healthy habits as well. “Often students come into our class not knowing a lot about nutrition or...

Debate team reflects on presidential debates

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • October 28, 2016

Debaters weigh in. As the presidential election nears, the debate team gives their two cents on the debates that might have determined the election. “I thought the presidential debates bared very...

Income inequality effects achievement gap

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • October 5, 2016

Income inequality its effect on achievement disparity with students around the country is an issue that many have debated about and tried to solve, but at ETHS there actually is progress. “I think...

Guys are feminists too

Grace Fay, In-Depth Editor • September 14, 2016

Feminism for all. The feminist movement has been becoming more popular over the last decade, but the negative stereotype of who can be a feminist, and what a feminist is still is around, even at ETHS. “We...