Katherine Winton (’25) is currently the Vol. 59 Entertainment Editor and a Features and Entertainment Columnist who authors “On the Same Page.” She was a Staff Writer for Vol. 58 of The Lancer, and she is a Staff Artist for Vol. 59.
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On the Same Page: feminism and dystopia in The Handmaid’s Tale
by Smriti Vijay (’25) and Katherine Winton (’25) | March 31, 2023 The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood holds a significant place in literature as a feminist criticism. The widely acclaimed novel resides in the genres of dystopia, science fiction, fantasy, and feminist literature, chronicling the fictional takeover of the United States by the Republic…
Publishers of recent editions of Roald Dahl’s books face backlash for censorship
by Katherine Winton (’25) | March 31, 2023 Roald Dahl, who sold hundreds of millions of copies of his books, was the author of many of the most beloved children’s books, including Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and James and the Giant Peach. Growing up with Dahl’s books, I found them…
Sports culture at Saint Francis
by Katherine Winton (’25) | March 10, 2023 Named Cal-Hi Sports’ State School of the Year for the 2021-2022 school year, Saint Francis High School is undoubtedly known for its athletics. It seems like nearly all students play on a sports team, which has created a strong sports culture on campus. When students were asked…
Coding “upside down”: LancerHacks VI
by Rohan Sinha (’23) and Katherine Winton (’25) | March 10, 2023 On February 11, Saint Francis welcomed around 120 students to participate in LancerHacks VI, the sixth annual 12-hour hackathon hosted by the Programming Club. The coding competition welcomed students of all programming backgrounds to collaborate on projects. With the theme “Upside Down,” LancerHacks…
On the Same Page: depth, detail, and emotion in “Before the Coffee Gets Cold”
by Katherine Winton (’25) and Smriti Vijay (’25) | March 10, 2023 Traditionally, novels involving time travel exist squarely in the science fiction genre. The general premise of these stories consists of someone or something changing history, and a subsequent rushed sequence of problems that the main character races to remedy before time is altered…
Michelle Yeoh and representation in Hollywood
by Katherine Winton (’25) | March 10, 2023 Initially released by A24 on March 11, 2022, Everything Everywhere All At Once was an incredible success, grossing over $103 million and becoming the first A24 film to cross the $100 million mark. Starring Michelle Yeoh as Evelyn Quan Wang, the film encompasses elements of many genres…
Glutinous rice balls in sweet soup
by Katherine Winton (’25) | February 3, 2023 Coming from a culture where food is one of the most important aspects of community and family, I find comfort in Cantonese desserts. Growing up, I always had a sweet soup paired with glutinous rice balls, otherwise known as mochi. My family would sometimes buy a pack…
Did we “fall in love with hope”? Signs point to no.
by Smriti Vijay (’25) and Katherine Winton (’25) | February 3, 2023 The world of literature has undoubtedly been altered by the rise of social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, influencing the reading choices of a new generation of young readers belonging to virtual subcommunities like “BookTok.” I Fell in Love with Hope, a…
Teachers take other teachers’ tests
by Katherine Winton (’25) | February 3, 2023 Students are generally well-versed in many subjects, attending classes, taking exams, and (hopefully) performing well. But when teachers are given tests in subjects that they do not teach, how well do they perform? The Lancer put five teachers from different subjects into a classroom and have them…
Behind the scenes with Hospitality
by Katherine Winton (’25) | November 18, 2022 Whether students are buying lunch from various spots on campus or going to the Urban Bloc for a snack, most Lancers interact with the Saint Francis Hospitality team on a daily basis. However, few students know about the great thought and effort that the Hospitality staff put…
On the Same Page: description and dread in “Bunny”
by Katherine Winton (’25) and Smriti Vijay (’25) | November 18, 2022 In light of Halloween, Saint Francis’s Book Club picked Bunny by Mona Awad to read and discuss in October. Bunny is narrated by college student Samantha Mackey, who believes herself to be the classic outsider amidst her fellow classmates. These classmates are a…
“Midnights”: record-breaking lyrics and production
by Katherine Winton (’25) | November 18, 2022 On October 21, Taylor Swift released Midnights, her first original album since Evermore in late 2020. After the album announcement on August 29, many people waited in anticipation for the expected thirteen tracks. Three hours after its midnight release, Midnights was followed by Midnights (3am Edition), a…
On the Same Page: retellings and tragedy in “Song of Achilles”
by Katherine Winton (’25) and Smriti Vijay (’25) | October 7, 2022 This month, Saint Francis’s Book Club chose to read Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, which follows Patroclus, a young prince in Ancient Greece. Exiled from his kingdom after causing the death of another boy, he meets a handsome demigod prince named Achilles.…
Latinx Hispanic representation in pop culture
by Smriti Vijay (’25) and Katherine Winton (’25) | October 7, 2022 From September 15 to October 15, the United States celebrates Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual commemoration of the contributions of Latinx Hispanic Americans to the history of the United States. Throughout the month, the country observes culture from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean,…
Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Team wins on and off the field
by Katherine Winton (’25) | April 8, 2022 The Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Team is off to a great start this season, with seven wins and only four losses. Before their recent 10-13 loss against Sacred Heart Prep, the team was on a three-win streak against the Menlo School, Menlo-Atherton, and Archbishop Mitty. The team’s chemistry…
“Normal People” fails to execute on its premise
by Katherine Winton (’25) and Smriti Vijay (’25) | April 8, 2022 Normal People by Sally Rooney was published in 2018 and quickly rose to fame. It won the 2018 Costa Book Award for Best Novel and the 2019 British Book Award for Book of the Year, and in 2020, it was adapted into a…
Women’s Varsity Soccer Team concludes season with pride
by Katherine Winton (’25) | March 21, 2022 This past soccer season has been quite the ride, with some losses, a few ties, and many more wins. Starting with a tournament at Fremont High School, the Women’s Varsity Soccer team made their way up to the CIF NorCal semifinals against Buchanan High School in Clovis…
“Don’t Look Up” delivers with music, satire, and familiar faces
by Katherine Winton (’25) | February 14, 2022 Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, and other top-billing actors of the 21st century, Don’t Look Up has received mixed reviews from viewers since its release last December. Adam McKay, who is known for writing Ant-Man, Holmes & Watson, and other hit comedy movies also wrote and directed…
Personality, equity, and comfort: thoughts on the Lancer dress code
By Katherine Winton (’25), Anusha Jain (’25), and Da Hee Yang (’23) | November 19, 2021 The Saint Francis dress code is the focal point of countless campus debates among teachers and students alike. Everyone has a unique ideal dress code, so inevitably, there are always discrepancies in opinion. Some students feel that it is…
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