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The Student News Site of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

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The Student News Site of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

The Talon
Idera Laifa '24 Talon Co-executive Editor, 2023-2024

Idera Laifa ’24, Co-Executive Editor

Hello my name is Idera Laifa, I am in the Class of 2024. I’m a staff writer and the Co-Section Editor of Perspectives. I like writing in the perspective section to discuss topics going on in society and at school.

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Idera Laifa '24 Talon Co-executive Editor, 2023-2024

Farewell and Gratitude

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor 2023-2024
May 27, 2024

Senior Spotlight #24: Idera Laifa ’24

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor
May 26, 2024
Marilyn Fosu ‘24

Senior Spotlight #20: Marilyn Fosu ’24

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor
May 26, 2024
Chukwudalu Dumebi-Kachikwu ‘24

Senior Spotlight #19: Chukwudalu Dumebi-Kachikwu ‘24

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor
May 26, 2024
Anthony Pham ‘24

Senior Spotlight #18: Anthony Pham ’24

Idera Laifa ‘24, Co-Executive Editor
May 26, 2024
Patrick Donahue ‘24

Senior Spotlight #17: Patrick Donahue ’24

Idera Laifa ‘24, Co-Executive Editor
May 26, 2024
Freedom of the press and the rights of student journalists should be considered a right to be exercised freely.

The Importance of Freedom of the Press for Student Journalists 

Idera Laifa ‘24 and Maggie Friel ‘26
February 22, 2024
The Controversy Surrounding Thanksgiving

The Controversy Surrounding Thanksgiving

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor
November 19, 2023
The grading system Veracross set the tone for fall as we began a new school year.

What in the World is Veracross?

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor 
October 10, 2023
Title: Studying for the AP/IB exams may seem exhausting, but in the end all the hard work pays off in the end.  

A Student’s Guide to the AP/IB Exams

Idera Laifa “24, Co-Executive Editor
May 15, 2023
A somber reminder greets visitors to the Holocaust Museum in Washington, DC.

The Holocaust Museum Visit

Idera Laifa '24, Perspectives Editor
March 20, 2023
For Centuries Valentine’s Day has been celebrated as the annual day of love and expressing one’s feelings for each other.

What is Valentine’s Day?

Idera Laifa '24, Perspectives Co-Editor
February 13, 2023
The importance of the pride flag within the LGBTQ community signifies a role of acceptance and safety to an individual's identity.

The Club Q shooting: The Impact of Safety Within the LGBTQ+ community

Idera Laifa '24, Perspectives Co-Editor
January 22, 2023
Perspectives editor Idera Laifa '24 dressed as a fairy in 2009

[Photo] A Spooky Surprise from the Editors!

October 30, 2022
Events during Spirit week demonstrate students getting together to celebrate school pride. The pride within Good Counsel contributes to the growth of the community.

Spirit Week Review

Idera Laifa ‘24, Perspectives Editor
October 13, 2022
Advocating and listening to those who suffer and experience body discrimination could make them feel acknowledged, and it can also show them that they are not alone.

Discrimination in Our Midst: Part 4 – Fatphobia: Advocating for Body Positivity

Idera Laifa '24, Staff Writer
May 2, 2022
The fight against sexism will lead to a more progressive society and will open people's eyes to how its impact on our society.

Discrimination in Our Midst: Part 3- Sexism: The Fight for Equality 

Idera Laifa “24, Staff Writer 
March 28, 2022
Racism in a community can be a significant challenge to address. Sometimes, finding a solution that ensures everyone feels respected and equal starts with a conversation.

Discrimination in Our Midst: Part Two – Racism

Idera Laifa “24, Staff Writer
February 28, 2022
Discrimination is all around us, but we need to accept each other’s differences, support each other, and learn to live together.

Discrimination in Our Midst: Part 1 – What is Discrimination?

Idera Laifa '24, Staff Writer
January 10, 2022
Escalation of Cancel Culture

Escalation of Cancel Culture

Idera Laifa ‘24, Staff Writer
April 26, 2021
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