![MORE THAN A GAME. With two diving catches in the outfield, the Lions showed up defensively, aiding in their victory over the Pacers. One catch was made by Atwood, and the other by McGraw. Throughout the game, the Lions knew that it wasn’t just about their victory today. “I think [playing for cancer] makes it bigger than just a game,” McGraw said. “Knowing that you have a bigger impact in this world than just who you are as one person.”](https://bestofsno.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/I70A1454-1-1200x800.jpg)
Welcome back to the 6th episode of the Tidepods 8th season. Today, we will discuss grades vs. learning. Many students and educators feel that the current American education system prioritizes short-term memory retention for tests and quizzes over long-term retention. In part one of this two-part segment, we spoke with Mrs. Greenspon to get her input.
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This story was originally published on The Tide on February 4, 2026.
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