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With this photo essay I learned that the golf course in the Club Campestre Llanogrande is one of the most difficult courses in the country, due to its "unique sand traps (Bunkers) styles". Additionally I learned that this campus has housed tournaments of the PGA tour, and multiple students from the school play golf in this course.

Thomas Bernal and Candelaria Gómez

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Whith this photo eassay I learned the different meanings of the tatoos that they have, why made them take the desition to have a tatoo and why is it special in their lives

Jacobo Mantilla

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From this article, I can get to know my classmates better. Inside their lunch box, you get to know beyond food. You get to know their tastes, habits, routines and hobbies. You get to know their personalities from those who are simplistic and extravagant. From those who are dedicated to their quality of life to those who are busy with their classes/sports. From the essay, you also see some of their classmates commenting on them.

Miguel Mena

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I read the photo essay of engraved messages, where they showed all the tattoos that TCS students have and their meanings. This was very shocking because it shows that there are untold stories behind the symbols that cover others' bodies. I really enjoyed this photo essay.

Isabel Acosta

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I read "Secret Instagram Account Shakes Up TCS". I learned that the issue regarding to the instagram account made to gossip would have gone to a bigger problem if Colombia’s legal system was involved due to the legal implications. It showed me how bad online actions can be and the the seriousness of the matter although for others it does not matter so much.

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In Photos: Elementary Halloween Celebration 

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In Photos: Elementary Halloween Celebration 

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In this photo essay I saw how diverse and unique can the halloween costumes be. Also it is really interesting to see how each kid wants to be remembered for their costume.Additionally I saw how for Elementary kids a lot of playgrounds and inflatables are placed, with all of this entertainment kids will remember this say as one of the most fun days of the year.

Martin Vasquez, Pablo Arango

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Engraved Messages taught me the different meanings people have of their tattoos, and how significant a picture can be to someone. It showed me the tattoos of different TCS tattoos and explained that people want to remember significant things of their lives in their bodies forever.

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Samuel Aritizabal -- 5-Minute Brownie in a Mug

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Samuel Aritizabal -- 5-Minute Brownie in a Mug

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Exploring the art of cooking serves as an ideal subject for a captivating photo essay. Within this article, we present a compelling example—a quick 5-minute guide to preparing brownies. The visual narrative unfolds through photos, showcasing both the ingredients and the essential steps involved.

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In this article, we can get to know our school community better. By diving into the world of lunch boxes, we can see people's personalities, habits, and routines. When looking at their food we can see what type of person they are.

Pablo Londoño

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This photo article was very clear ans teached really well how to make a perfect browine in a ug and in only 5 minutes. Each step was very well explained and detailed, and the quality of the pictures was great.

Gregorio Suarez

Agustin Sierra

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This illustrative photo article showcases the cooking utensils and steps to bake a quick 5-minute brownie. It teached me the facility to make one of these quick snacks using easy to access, conventional utensils and ingredients that almost everyone had in their kitchen. It highlights the implicit fact that anyone can be a baker and all it takes is some effort and some basic utensils and ingredients.

Felipe Franco

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Profit before beauty or beauty before morals

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Profit before beauty or beauty before morals

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The photo essay teaches readers to critically assess and question beauty pageants like Miss Universe, highlighting concerns about unrealistic beauty standards, corruption, lack of transparency, and the objectification of women. It encourages readers to advocate for positive changes that prioritize inclusivity and empowerment.

Carolina Echavarria

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The Significance of Extracurricular Activities: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

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The Significance of Extracurricular Activities: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

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The article I read illustrated how extracurricular activities can transform a student's life. It taught me that these activities help develop moral values, responsibility, and social skills while shielding against peer pressure. They also open doors to explore diverse interests and passions. This article emphasized that universities and employers value qualities developed through extracurricular activities, highlighting their significance beyond academic achievements. It's a reminder that a well-rounded, skillful, and socially engaged individual has an edge in the real world.

-Paulina Palacio

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This photo essay lets me know more about my classates bygetting into their personal lives. It is interesting how every one has diferent lunches and story's behind these lunches. I would have liked if the phtos would have had a bigger focal point and if they would be a bit more professional but over all I like the story it tells - Trinidad Dominguez

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I think this photo essay was really interesting even though it is effortless. It taught me the different things students think about life. it was a fascinating article because it was a way for students to get to know other things about other students' personal life.

Maria V

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This photo essay has enlightened us about the challenging nature of the golf course at Club Campestre Llanogrande. It is renowned as one of the country's most demanding courses, thanks to its distinct and unconventional sand trap designs. Furthermore, we discovered that this facility has hosted PGA tour tournaments and is a favorite among several students from the school who enjoy playing golf on this course.

Felipe Tamayo & Emilio Gonzalez

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Emilio Fajardo - COSMUN Inauguration 2023

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Emilio Fajardo - COSMUN Inauguration 2023

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I read the COSMUN Inauguration 2023 photoessay. I learned how the captions help balance out the pictures and add depth and meaning to the photography. Additionally, it also showed me how to present my pictures and how to label pictures properly. Overall, it helped me better understand how pictures can really share a story.

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This pictorial essay shows the culinary tools and techniques for making a fast 5-minute brownie. It taught me how to create one of these quick snacks using common equipment and supplies that practically everyone possessed in their household. It emphasizes the underlying reality that anybody can become a baker with a little effort and some basic equipment and supplies.

Juanita Lopez

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5- Minute Brownie in a Mug Valentina Cabal

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5- Minute Brownie in a Mug Valentina Cabal

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This article taught me how to do a very easy and quick recipe, the images show every step of the procedure in a very clear and effective way. Every picture is accurate for each step and the explanation is great. In resume, the article teaches the reader a time-efficient way to make a brownie using minimal equipment and ingredients, making it a perfect option for a quick dessert.

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I read the photo essay 2023 copa columbus soccer team. I learned from this that the columbus players put a lot of effort into the games and are very competitive. Columbus was champion in masculine and femenine soccer.

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In this photo essay, I saw how people spent their candle night in 2022. It showed in detail the importance of this holiday in TCS culture. It shows sensitivity and familiarity as it explores different scenarios on this beautiful night, done once a year at The Columbus School.

The photo essay comprises 12 pictures that all expose different aspects of candlelight. I liked the composition of the pictures and how they showed true stories through images.

-Juliana Marín

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A parent plays with his son as the rest of the family finishes lighting the candles. The two laugh on as they joke about almost burning down the plank on which the candles were set on. The stands outside the library corridor were set up by the school's robotics team and Serviexpress.

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In this article, I saw the diversity of things that are done in COSMUN as well as the importance of several moments across it, some more serious and some more informal. It also displays how seriously everyone in charge took the event. This article provided a very appropriate window in what it would be to be present.

Martin Villa

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The Significance of Extracurricular Activities: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

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The Significance of Extracurricular Activities: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

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According to this article I learned the importance of engaging in extracurricular activities because it gives help to the development of a student. According to the article, it gives "strong moral values, responsibility, discipline, and improved social skills". It taught me many ways for me to improve my cognitive intelligence through a sport, and showed me a picture of a united football team. - Giulia Montorsi

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I read this article about student tattoos and their personal meanings. I learned about different abstract drawings and frases that my friends I basically live with everyday have. It showed me more in depth the personalities, goals, visions and important things my friends have and want a daily reminder of that.

Pablo Franco

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In Photos: Binationals 2022 Boys Volleyball

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In Photos: Binationals 2022 Boys Volleyball

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In this photo essay I was able to see how someone could translate something such as volleyball to others by using pictures that highlighted the steps of a match and the roller coaster that they can be.

Miguel Tamayo

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this photo essay was done in 2022. and it is an incredible photo essay that includes background knowledge and quotes. The main focus of the photo essay is to help people understand the history behind the Comuna 13. What It taught me was the importance of something making things that can be hurtful as beautiful as possible, in La Comuna 13 we can see so many cases that without changing their history they changed the way they are seen through out the country.

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Beauchamp Returns to Grade Nine Biology: Balancing Immaturity with Enthusiasm

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Beauchamp Returns to Grade Nine Biology: Balancing Immaturity with Enthusiasm

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This article talks about Mr. Bill Beauchamp, a teacher at TCS With 20+ years of experience, he teaches AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Grade 9 Biology. Recently returning to Grade 9 Biology, he embraces the lively eniorment and focuses on building student confidence. Mr. Beauchamp is committed to creating a positive learning environment. With a son in first grade at TCS, he plans to stay, ensuring a lasting impact on his students.

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This amazing article helped me learn how to do this recipe that is both fast and delicious, it talks about the tools and techniques used to make this recipe successful. The images portray perfectly how to do the recipe and the step-by-step.

Mariana Gomez

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Daniela Zapata- "Migrant Mother" by Dorothea Lange

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Daniela Zapata- "Migrant Mother" by Dorothea Lange

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The photo essay, "Migrant Mother" by Dorothea Lange captures the hardships of a starving family during the Great Depression. The most widely known photo depicts, Florence Owens Thompson, a fatigued and devastated mother, and her children gathered together in a makeshift shelter. The image effectively shows the family's sadness, strength, and determination as they dealt with the difficult economic realities of the time. Furthermore, this photo essay taught me that Dorothea Lange's 1936 images for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) offer as stunning proof of the rural poverty that afflicted Americans during the Great Depression. They have become an important reminder of the Great Depression and a memorial to the human struggle for survival in difficult times. It continues to elicit powerful emotions and is widely regarded as one of the most famous photos in documentary photography history.

Daniela Zapata

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Tomas Aristizabal, Sushi Experiences in Medellin Offer Many Options

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Tomas Aristizabal, Sushi Experiences in Medellin Offer Many Options

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Through this photo essay, I have come to realize the paramount significance of photography in captivating people's attention and keeping them engaged. Moreover, I've gained insights into the various styles and types of captions that can enhance the storytelling aspect of these images.

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This photo essay which was done in 2022, tells the story, through pictures, of how a community and culture was able to overcome adversity and a violent background to flourish into a beautiful and artistic community. -Gregorio Vélez

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This essay taught me how each tattoo has a different story, something to commemorate, remember, or a reminder of individuals meaning to life. To some tattoos can be insignificant, and the art can be useless but, to those who carry the image is what they live their lives by.

Isabel Cárdenas

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I was able to observe the many approaches of expressing a picture of something with a lot of background and context in this photo essay. For instance, the appearance of the various locations and the individuals that inhabited there. Additionally, the overall appearance of the surroundings, such as the location and method of the graffiti. Moreover, some of the cuisine from that location to demonstrate the various cultures, etc.

Akshay.

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In the COSMUN inauguration photo essay, I saw a great international event develop. Furthermore, the photos conveyed the emotions people and organizers felt upon entering the event and with the dream finally coming true. Lastly, I can see the importance of the event as the school's directives were there.

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I read these photo essays about tattoos, and from these articles I learned about my classmates, many people get tattoos to mark significant life events, experiences, or personal beliefs. The photo essay includes stories of individuals and the reasons behind their tattoos, offering insights into their lives and perspectives. Tattoos are a form of self-expression and can be connected to personal identity. Tattoo culture is a vibrant and dynamic subculture. You can gain insights into this culture, its rituals, conventions, and the sense of community it can provide.

Emilia Echavarria

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This photo article helped understand the importance of photos when telling a story. Through the photos posted, the reader ca interpret the sadness and grief inside of the people of the Comuna 13, but at the same time having faith of a better future. By posting these photos, it shows the reader the impact that a photo essay may have, far outside the boundaries of our school

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Columbus Basketball teams at Copa Columbus

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Columbus Basketball teams at Copa Columbus

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This photo essay showed me the experience of The Columbus School's Basketball players at Copa Columbus. Within these photos, I got to see the reality of the different Basketball players, illustrating a vivid image of how it must have felt in the present. A truly unique experience.

Matias Arismendi.

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I read the article about the COSMUN opening ceremony held on March 8th, 2023, in the Elementary School coliseum. I learned that delegations from other schools such as Colegio Bolivar (Cali) and Country Day School (Costa Rica) came to the model. The event lasted 4 days and had multiple guest speakers for both the opening and closing ceremonies. Pedro Gonzalez

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COSMUN 2023 was held March 8-11 at The Columbus School. 24 schools from as far away as Costa Rica participated.

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The article is titled "Ambar: A Fresh Voice, A Bright Future for Student Empowerment" and is written by Carla Echavarria, published on October 5, 2023. It appears to be a news article about Ambar Alvarez's election as student body president at Columbus School and her approach to student empowerment.

From this article, I learned the following:

1. The article highlights the democratic process at Columbus School, specifically the election of the student body president, known as "personera."

2. Ambar Alvarez, a senior, was elected as the student body president, and the article portrays her as a promising leader with a focus on student empowerment and addressing pressing issues within the school.

3. Ambar's campaign emphasized the importance of addressing student concerns, such as seniors' tardiness in the first block and fostering a sense of school spirit by embracing Columbus culture.

4. Ambar used a multi-platform campaign, including social media platforms like TikTok, to engage with students and promote her ideas.

5. The article suggests that Ambar's campaign was successful, in part due to her effective use of social media to connect with students and the school community.

6. Ambar's approach to her role as student body president emphasizes qualities like empathy, accessibility, and a sincere dedication to the well-being of students, aiming to represent various perspectives within the school community.

This article provides insights into the democratic process of student elections at Columbus School, showcasing a student leader who prioritizes communication, empathy, and addressing real concerns of her peers. It demonstrates the role of effective communication and social media in engaging with the student body and promoting change within the school community.

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This photo essay taught me that you don't need special equipment or complex tools in order to make some common recipes that are mostly everyone's favorites. It also showed me that to make a photo essay, you don't need to necessarily photograph complicated scenes but instead take advantage of the right angles.

Thomas Iriarte

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In this photo essay I learned the different meaning of tatoos of a variety of tcs students from different gradecs and also along with the meaning of the tatoo they also talked about why they made the decision to get them in the first place

Pablo Nicholls

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I read Engraved Messages and it teached me the different meaning behind people's tattoos, the sentimental value they have and how important they are to the person wearing it. The gallery showed me tattoos convey important stories or memories that want to keep engraved on their bodies forever to inspire them or keep remembering this life changing moments.

Mariana Galindo

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I read the photo essay "Engraved messages" by Juana Wolff which featured the tattoos of TCS students and the meanings behind them. It highlighted the personal stories and significance behind these unique body art expressions. The photo essay allowed me to see that tattoos are not just decorative; they are a canvas for self-expression and a reflection of an individual's journey. I thoroughly enjoyed the photo essay.

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I learned how tattoos are becoming more common among teenagers and also learned the different meanings students are giving to their tattoos. I also was able to see how the most common style of tattoo among teenagers at TCS are minimalist and small tattoos with a deeper meaning and representation using only black and grays to create shadows.

Miguel Romero

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I read a photo essay about tattoos at my school. It taught me about my classmates and showed me that behind each mark on their skin is a story. Many people get tattoos to tell a story or mark themselves with significant events, experiences, and personal beliefs.

This particular photo essay included a variety of stories about each individual's tattoos, providing insights into their lives and perspectives on the world. It taught us that tattoos are a form of self-expression and a way for people to stay connected to their personal identity. Tattoo culture is a vibrant and dynamic subculture.

The gallery showed me a variety of different art on people's bodies and the significant values each of these engraved messages represents. People want to have these messages marked on their bodies for the rest of their lives to cherish different messages and embrace different stories from their lives.

Carla Echavarria

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I read the photo essay about making a 5-minute brownie in a mug by Luciana Restrepo. This photo essay taught me that it is more about how one presents the information than what the information is. It made me realize any story, as simple as it could seem could be made interesting through amazing camera angles and precise composition. Moreover, it showed that when creating a tutorial, especially in photo essays one must be clear simply by the use of their photos as your space to write is extremely limited.

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After viewing the photo essay "COSMUN Inaguration 2023," written by Pablo Arroyave and Sofia Cardenas, I learned many things about the event, as well as how to write a photo essay. First of all, I learned how the captions help emphasize the importance of the photo as well as give it context. Also, this photo essay allowed me to see example on how to choose relevant pictures, that even the seemingly unsignificent picture can have a deep meaning with the help of a caption. In addition, I learned about the different steps that are in having a successful COSMUN, how it takes planning, and how every student and staff are engaged in this event. Overall, I learned how to improve my photoessay through labels and well thought photos, and about the events at COSMUN.

Article Link: https://thediscoverer.columbus.edu.co/more/photo-gallery/cosmun-inauguration-2023/#

Teo Dominguez.

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This photo essay taught me about the different lunch boxes that students pack and their reasons for doing it, I learned that the reason why some students bring lunch from their homes is to be healthier, while I thought it was only because they liked it better. The article shows the diffrent types of food that students eat, where they heat up the food, how they prepare their lunch, and how or where they eat it.

Mariana Tavera

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I read the article about Engraved Messages and learned about the various meanings behind the students' tattoos. This was really interesting since it revealed the stories behind seemingly ordinary symbols or elements in my friends' lives.

Cristobal Jaramillo

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This photo essay takes readers through the process of making a fast 5-minute brownie, using common kitchen tools and ingredients found in almost every household. The visual narrative, featuring clear and accurate step-by-step photos, emphasizes the recipe's simplicity and underscores the message that anyone can embrace baking with minimal effort and basic supplies. This article not only provides a quick and easy dessert option but also highlights the accessibility of baking for everyone, making the art of cooking approachable and enjoyable for beginners.

Maria Camila Agudelo

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This article gives us great insight into what Comuna 13 used to be and what it has become after many years of hard work, sweat, and tears. The pictures highlight the incredible art created inside the Comuna by the people who live there, and the numerous stories they tell with them. Apart from murals, many other artists emerge from Comuna 13, including rappers, dancers, improvisers, etc.. Typical food like mango popsicles is a must at La Comuna, and the picture included makes the audience want to go and try it. Finally, the Comuna has come a long way, it used to be one of the central war zones for las FARC and it now has become a beautiful place where people go to enjoy art, traditions, and Colombian culture, and thanks to this photo essay we can see it clearly in just a few pictures.

Emilia Vélez P

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With this photo essay, I could discover the reality of the war in Israel, including the massive destruction that this conflict has caused. Not only in Israel but also in the
Gaza Strip, this picture represents the chaos and heavy environment that a war brings. Including the disorder, poverty, and expressions of fear in the citizens, children walking alone in the street, this article creates a scenario as a whole that most people believe can only be possible in a movie, but it's real life.

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This photo essay showed the deeper meanings of TCS students' tattoos. The autohor did a great job of breifly describing the tattoo and going into the untold story behing the tattoo. The article also describes the location of the tattoos and goes deep into the moment where the student got the tattoo and their reasoning behind it. I enjoy this article because I learned about the personality of many of the students at TCS and saw many tattoos that I had never seen on people at school.

Pablo Escandon

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Engraved Messages

A photo essay of the hidden message behind HS student's tattoos. This photo essay published by Juana Wolff gives insight as to when and why HS students decided to use ink to permanently print things on their skin. Although some pictures have a simple caption, the images themselves reveal a message that people may easily miss, the symbols, images, and numbers on students' skin are a representation of their ideals and all have important meanings.

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Columbus Basketball teams at Copa Columbus

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Columbus Basketball teams at Copa Columbus

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This captivating photo essay provides a profound insight into the world of The Columbus School's basketball players during their participation in Copa Columbus. These evocative images vividly depict the diverse experiences of these athletes, immersing the viewer in the very essence of their journey. As I delved into these photographs, I couldn't help but connect with the raw emotions and challenges these players faced in the moment. It was a truly unique and enlightening experience, allowing me to gain a deeper understanding of their athletic endeavors and the distinct narratives that unfolded on the basketball court.

Tomas Galeano

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It informed me on the talented volleyball players that make part of the TCS community, as well as their achievements on the last copa columbus. I learned that they boys’ team won last year, and even thought the girls’ team didn’t win, they tried their best. Moreover, the article showed really strong sportsmanship, where the TCS players supported and helped each other out when needed. It also showed the importance of a good actitud, since even thought the girls’ team didn’t do as well, they tried their best until the last minute.

Valeria Botero

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Isabel Jaramillo, Bangladesh Child Marriage

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Isabel Jaramillo, Bangladesh Child Marriage

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Within this photo essay, I could witness children being Forced to get married at really young ages, these photos are meant to represent the injustice these events bring for young children. The photos are full of emotions and individual pain caused by the parents of these young children by forcing them to initiate an adult life very early in their life path. This photo essay takes readers through the process of how young girls get ready to be married, form the makeup, to the hair, to the actual ceremony, showing in each feeling a different feeling.

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Through this photo essay, I learned interesting things related with the types of food that student brings to school, to eat in lunch. Previously, I had an idea in my mind that; bringing packed food is not that cool, because it has limitations in terms of variety and ease to pack it inside a lunch box. But, thanks to the information provided in this article, I see that students have great ideas, accompanied by culinary taste, when they build their meal to bring it to school.

Daniel Villa

Journalism II, section 4.

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I read Engraved Messages by Juana Wolff this article revealed the deep meaning behind all sorts of tattoos, their sentimental value, and their significance to the people who wear them. The gallery had tattoos as powerful symbols of important stories and life-changing memories that people choose to permanently ink on their bodies for inspiration.

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I read the photo essay called engraved messages. It showed the tatoos of different students at TCS and what they represent .I leared that tatoos can have beautiful meanings and are a form of expression. It showed me that tatoos are more than just a drawing,they hold untold stories.

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The Significance of Extracurricular Activities: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

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This article emphasizes the transformative power of extracurricular activities for students. It highlights how pursuing sports and extracurricular activities contributes to personal growth, social development, and future success in both college applications and careers. It also demonstrates the importance of involvement for an individuals reflection upon their lives. Moreover, it underscores the importance of parents' support in encouraging their children to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities, recognizing their benefits beyond traditional studies and practices.

Read by: Mariana Mesa