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“Up to Par”: Hamber’s New Cafeteria
Following Hamber’s move to the new building, students were introduced to a new cafeteria experience. Located in the atrium, directly across from the main entrance, the new cafeteria has drawn a variety of reactions from Hamberites.
REVIEW | Where’s The Best Place To Huddle Up?
Hamber’s new building features huddle spaces of all shapes and sizes sprinkled throughout its floor-plan. With so many options to choose from, students may be left wondering: which spaces work best for socializing, studying, or even just taking a break during a long day?
Class of 2025: The First Graduating Class in the New School!
As Hamber left the old building, grade 12s left behind the infamous grad hall. However, with a new school comes new traditions, and grads are hoping to make their final year at Hamber (and their first in the new building) the best one yet.
New Year, New Hamber
While every school year brings its own set of challenges, this year posed one of the biggest ones yet for Hamber students and staff: the transition into a completely brand new school. As the weeks progressed, Hamberites became more accustomed to the reality of the new building and students and staff alike started noticing both the benefits and drawbacks of the new school.
A Look Inside The New LLC
Hamber’s new Library Learning Commons (LLC) opened on Oct. 15, following much anticipation. While some students were confused as to if they could enter the space or not, the grand opening was ultimately a successful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
OPINION | The Only Room That Will Not Be Transitioned Into The New School
Naturally, you’d expect that the yearbook’s unique and evidently necessary room will be implemented into the new school next year. But you’d be wrong. There’s no yearbook room in the new school.
EDITORIAL | Advice for our New Principal
Every high school is different, and as longtime Hamber students and advocates, we would like to take this opportunity to share some counsel with the future leader of our community.
Classroom Chaos: New School Building Plan Draws Criticism From Teachers
Hamber’s move to the new school building in September has sparked considerable discussion among teachers, especially regarding the way that generalist subject departments, the departments that do not require special classrooms, are to be distributed across the building.
Old Halls to New Walls: Students’ Thoughts on Moving Schools
This year marks the end of an era. At the end of June, students will say goodbye to the school for more than just the summer, as Hamber moves into the new building for the 2024–2025 school year.
New School Opening Delayed
Though the new school is on track to be completed February 2024, students and teachers will no longer move into the new building at the beginning of second semester. The big move will be delayed until the 2024-2025 school year, according to a recent parent newsletter and message to staff.