The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review
The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review
The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review
Ashley Yen

Ashley Yen, Online Editor-in-Chief

Ashley is a senior in her fourth year on The Review. She enjoys playing golf, baking and, to be honest, does not remember the sleep assembly.

All content by Ashley Yen
Two students were paired up to discuss their political views.

[Photo] One Small Step: Students in Government and Politics class host political discussions

Elizabeth Hu, Staff Writer
April 7, 2022
Junior Ananya Das reads WOC's mission statement at the beginning of the assembly.

[Photo] Christy Haubegger (‘86) discusses representation in pop culture at WOC assembly

Lily Feather, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
EAAG compiled a list of Asian literature for students.

“It’s tiring being the person to speak up for your own race in an environment that’s all white.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Get comfortable; this might take a while. In order to share the lived experiences of Asian Americans at SJS, we spoke with 17 sources, transcribed 126 pages of interviews and expanded our coverage to five pages. As Asian Americans ourselves, we realize that many facets of our experience are unfamiliar to others.

Beyond a color

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Get comfortable; this might take a while. In order to share the lived experiences of Asian Americans at SJS, we spoke with 17 sources, transcribed 126 pages of interviews and expanded our coverage to five pages. As Asian Americans ourselves, we realize that many facets of our experience are unfamiliar to others.

“Don’t let others tell you who you should be — that’s something you can decide for yourself.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Get comfortable; this might take a while. In order to share the lived experiences of Asian Americans at SJS, we spoke with 17 sources, transcribed 126 pages of interviews and expanded our coverage to five pages. As Asian Americans ourselves, we realize that many facets of our experience are unfamiliar to others.

“I didn’t realize that I was being bullied — it just didn’t register.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
At St. John’s, the roles and experiences of Asian immigrants receive scarce attention before Upper School. Students may not learn about events as significant as the Chinese Exclusion Act and Japanese internment camps until their sophomore and junior years. 

“Asian Americans are a crucial part of American history.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Get comfortable; this might take a while. In order to share the lived experiences of Asian Americans at SJS, we spoke with 17 sources, transcribed 126 pages of interviews and expanded our coverage to five pages. As Asian Americans ourselves, we realize that many facets of our experience are unfamiliar to others.

“Pushed toward STEM.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Many Asian American students feel excluded during lunch when surrounded by classmates who eat typical American foods.

“I became ashamed of being an Asian.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Asian Americans are often described as quiet and shy, a categorization that exemplifies the model minority myth.

“No matter how much I spoke up, I would only be perceived as being the quiet Asian.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Get comfortable; this might take a while. In order to share the lived experiences of Asian Americans at SJS, we spoke with 17 sources, transcribed 126 pages of interviews and expanded our coverage to five pages. As Asian Americans ourselves, we realize that many facets of our experience are unfamiliar to others.

“East Asia is not monolithic.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Every time our names are mispronounced or mixed up, we feel that our individuality is denied. We understand that mispronunciation may be difficult, but making the effort to say them accurately shows that you care.

“My name got butchered all the time.”

Russell Li, Ella Chen, and Ashley Yen
January 12, 2022
Psychologist Catherine Steiner-Adair gives a presentation during an assembly in Lowe Theater.

[Photo] Psychologist Catherine Steiner-Adair speaks to students about girls’ development

Aleena Gilani, Staff Writer
January 10, 2022
The Review Online put together this special package to raise awareness about and explore mental health in the SJS community.

It’s O.K. to not be okay

Ashley Yen and Megan Chang
January 9, 2022
The Review Online drove through the holiday lights set up in River Oaks.

Video: Holiday attractions across Houston (2021)

James Li, Ashley Yen, and Dawson Chang
December 23, 2021
On Nov. 15, masks became optional for Upper School students and teachers.

[Photo] Opinion: Peer pressure influences students to unmask

Katharine Yao and Lily Feather
December 19, 2021
During the holiday season, households decorate their yards with elaborate lights.

[Photo] Opinion: why we should not put up Christmas decorations until Dec. 1

Lauren Baker, Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
Ashlee Vance (’96), who wrote “Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future,” spoke to the Upper School on Nov. 16.

[Photo] Mav Literary Fest features guest authors, activities to encourage students to enjoy literature

Richard Liang, Staff Writer
November 29, 2021
Senior Kate Vo works on her college essays on the Quad.

[Photo] Students participate in fourth annual college counseling essay workshop

Natasha Janssens and Natalie Boquist
November 19, 2021
Learn about new faculty members for the 2021-2022 school year through individual Q&As.

Class Acts: Meet the new teachers

Ashley Yen, Megan Chang, Dawson Chang, and Ella Piper Claffy
October 18, 2021
The Science Olympiad team competed in the state tournament on April 24 and placed eighth out of 30 teams, which was the team’s best finish since the start of the club.  

[Photo] Science Olympiad team records best finish at state, places eighth

Emma Chang, Staff Writer
May 26, 2021
Wreaking Havoc on Houston: Winter storm impacts St. John’s community

Wreaking Havoc on Houston: Winter storm impacts St. John’s community

Ashley Yen and Megan Chang
March 12, 2021
The Perpetual Pandemic: Exercising social responsibility amidst inequality, stigma

The Perpetual Pandemic: Exercising social responsibility amidst inequality, stigma

Laney Chang, Fareen Dhuka, Megan Chang, and Ashley Yen
January 19, 2021
Video: Houston's holiday lights (2020)

Video: Houston’s holiday lights (2020)

Fareen Dhuka, Laney Chang, Ashley Yen, and Megan Chang
December 14, 2020
This year, advisories chose between filling a laundry basket with staples such as flour, rice and toilet paper for a family at Small Steps Nurturing Center or buying items off of an Amazon wishlist for a family at the Ronald McDonald House. 

[Photo] Advisories donate holiday gifts to Small Steps Nurturing Center, Ronald McDonald House

Natalie Boquist and Lydia Gafford
December 8, 2020
Fantasy football serves as a social outlet for sophomore Rodrigo Amare and freshman John Burnett during the pandemic.

[Photo] Students play fantasy football, form social connections

Nico Del Frate, Staff Writer
November 16, 2020
In 2019, the Science Olympiad team traveled to the MIT Science Olympiad tournament. This year, the team plans to participate in online competitions.

[Photo] Clubs move practices online, prepare for virtual competitions

Ella Piper Claffy and Mia Hong
October 5, 2020
Video: Christmas lights in River Oaks

Video: Christmas lights in River Oaks

Fareen Dhuka, Laney Chang, and Ashley Yen
December 9, 2019
The girls' cross country team was robbed during their 6 a.m. practice at Spott's Park on Aug. 21. Using Life360, a tracking software, the team helped the Houston Police Department apprehend the thief.

Girls’ cross country team traces thief with tracking software

Ashley Yen and Indrani Maitra
September 3, 2019
Terpsichore and Caprice III rehearse D-Hall, a hip-hop piece choreographed by guest choreographer T’Noya Thompson-Gonzales.

Dance concert features flashback performances

Ashley Yen, Staff Writer
April 25, 2019

Teachers stress importance of going green

Megan Chang and Ashley Yen
April 22, 2019
Students and faculty attended the ISAS diversity conference on March 30.

Students, faculty attend ISAS Diversity Conference

Ashley Yen, Staff Writer
April 15, 2019
Bryn Larsen (right) and Geoffrey Koslov (left) open an exhibit featuring portraits by Houston-based photographer Julia McLaurin (center).

Bryn Larsen (’88) opens gallery, features contemporary photography

Aatiqah Aziz and Ashley Yen
April 5, 2019
Sophomore Thomas Chang squares off with his opponent. Chang was one of the 14 wrestlers who represented the Mavericks at SPC.

Winter SPC Recap: Wrestling wins post-season tournaments, earns first All-American honors

Ashley Yen and Mac Bechtol
February 26, 2019
Last year's eighth graders enjoy the view on one of their hikes. Because the 35-day-long government shutdown has ended, the Class of 2023's Big Bend trip will take place.

Annual Big Bend trip proceeds after government shutdown

Ashley Yen, Staff Writer
February 18, 2019
Junior Mira Thakur promotes her project, Kindergarten Science, at the Fair on Jan. 23.

Community service fair showcases student-led projects

Ashley Yen and Chloe Zhao
January 30, 2019
Contreras teaches Euclidean Geometry and AB Calculus.

Class Act: Math teacher Rafael Contreras

Aatiqah Aziz and Ashley Yen
January 28, 2019
Students prepare for their tests at MIT for Science Olympiad.

Science Olympiad team competes at MIT, prepares for regional tournament

Ashley Yen and Russell Li
January 19, 2019
Al Amado, the founder of the non-profit organization Tony's Place, speaks at PRISM's first assembly on Dec. 11 about the importance of supporting homeless LGBTQ+ youth.

PRISM hosts first assembly, promotes LGBTQ+ youth awareness

Ashley Yen and Gabrielle Solymosy
December 18, 2018
Students gathered in the plaza to discuss the results of the 2018 midterms in a respectful, educational environment.

Post-midterms political discussion encourages respectful conversation

Ashley Yen and Lily McCullough
November 18, 2018
Freshmen Lindsay Frankfort and Ella West acted opposite one another in the One-Acts.

Fall One-Acts offers actors more onstage time, larger roles

Ashley Yen, Staff Writer
November 4, 2018
Football players high-fived the children at halftime.

Friday Night Lights provides support for children with cancer

Ashley Yen, Staff Writer
October 16, 2018
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