Sports, job, school clubs, driver’s ed, social life…and homework too? High school is when teens’ lives become more busy than they ever have been! It can be challenging to get adequate sleep […]
How to Get Your Needed Sleep
Gender Equity Association
September was an awesome month for the Gender Equity Association! We kicked off the year by introducing our Co-Presidents, Maggie Di Sanza and Melanie Golden (mgdisanza@madison.k12.wi.us, megolden@madison.k12.wi.us) and our Vice-President Amira Pierotti […]
How Society Views Sexual Assault Allegations
Sexual assault. Rape. Victim. These are dark, heavy words. Ones that you hope will never surround you or your loved ones. However; often, they do. Sexual assault is horrifically common and affects […]
Menstrual Equity Corner: Preface
This year, the Sword and Shield will have a monthly article dedicated to educating about menstrual equity. At JMM, we are still working towards having menstrual products in every restroom and having […]
Celebrities Who Have Struggled With Mental Health Disorders
Adolescence is a critical period for mental, social, and emotional wellbeing and development; during one’s teenage years, the brain undergoes significant developmental changes that will last into adulthood. Because their brains are still developing, adolescents are particularly receptive to the social and emotional influences of media and their communities.
Teal Ribbon Club
Are you passionate about advocacy? How about making JMM a better community? Then join Teal Ribbon Club! We meet every Tuesday at lunch in Mrs. Oryall’s room (804) for a wide range […]
Spartan Awareness
Just this year, we, Jassi Chahal & Joylyn Gong, founded a club called Spartan Awareness! Our incentive is to bring awareness regarding diseases and disorders that many may endure to Memorial. As […]
