Posts by April Wen ’24
Letter from the Editor

As each school year concludes, regardless of where you are in your academic and life path, the fear of the unknown always makes its appearance once again. Throughout these years, I have learned that instead of shying away from this fear, I should embrace it. Rather than force myself onto paths that are expected of me, I know that it is only by following my heart that I will be able to find my true passion. To attempt to reduce your goals and aspirations into a timeline is an extremely difficult task, and one that rarely provides any benefit beyond the mere moments of temporary satisfaction. I hope that you, too, will take this fear and welcome it as an opportunity for self-reflection and growth. 

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Letter from the Editor

Although reaching out to not just instructors but also your peers may seem like a daunting prospect, especially at OHS, I hope you know that everyone is extremely welcoming and just like you, they may also be yearning for a check-in. 

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Letter from the Editor

I hope that for us all, this new semester, and new year, represents not only a new beginning, but also an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the many things we have accomplished thus far. While things may seem uncertain now, just remember that the uncertainty in the coming months bring with it a chance for discovery.

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Letter from the Editor

As I’m sure many of us already know, each school year at OHS is a journey in and of itself. It’s a roller coaster ride, essentially, filled with many highs and lows. I know that many of us look forward to the months ticking by until we finally reach summer break. 

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Letter from the Editor

The Pixel Journal was founded in 2016 in hopes that it would represent the diversity Stanford OHS students embody. It continues to do this through our vast selection of articles ranging from instructor & student spotlights to features on our various clubs and events. 

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