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How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election
How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election
By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief • October 31, 2024

What happens when Gen-Z TikTok users make seemingly silly edits of presidential candidates? Or when presidential campaigns follow social media trends to promote their policies...

The pink and blue auroras were visible in the sky in Ossining, NY at approximately 7:40 p.m. The auroras were more visible in Westchester and Northern New York than in New York City, where there is more air pollution and light pollution. iPhone cameras are better at picking up the light than a human's naked eye.
The Northern Lights Made Their Way South
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • October 30, 2024

Beautiful streaks of blue and green illuminated the sky. This once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon, which people often travel miles to see, became visible from our backyards on a...

Freshmen designed boats and ores with materials including cardboard and duct tape. “It was so fun being able to bond with my advisory,” said freshman Katie Yalmokas, “The whole boat building was so fun, and being in the boat was a funny yet fun experience.”
Manic Monday
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024
State of the Race
State of the Race
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • September 23, 2024
Head of School Charles Franklin gave an inspiring speech to Hackley Hornets during Convocation. He noted Hackley's existence for one hundred and twenty-five years, and how our community is built of strong, genuine connections.
The New Senior Kindergarten Walk Debuts at Convocation
By Evelynn Beaton, Assistant News & Events Editor • September 14, 2024
Two ten year old girls browsed the aisles at Sephora. They stopped at the Drunk Elephant stand and looked at the retinol products. These products are harmful to children's skin and can cause aging rather than anti-aging.
Young Children Cause Havoc in Sephora
By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor • June 3, 2024
The Halloween Parade and Costume Competition Fosters Spooky Spirit on the Hilltop
Events
The Halloween Parade and Costume Competition Fosters Spooky Spirit on the Hilltop
By Alessia Sorvillo, Chief Design Editor • November 6, 2024

Halloween arrived in full force on the Hilltop. Speakers blared with Halloween music while students and faculty, dressed in festive costumes, swarmed Akin Common, creating...

Hackley Girls' Varsity Soccer plays in the Dave Allison Game, proudly wearing their pink jerseys. The team is honored to dedicate the game to Mr. Dave Allison, celebrating his memory and the lasting impact he had. With every kick and cheer, they strive to embody his spirit and passion for the game.
Events
“What’s the word? ANIMAL!”
By Gabriella Petriello, Assistant Features Editor • October 17, 2024

Every October, the Hackley Girls' Varsity Soccer team (HGVS) dedicates a special game to honor Mr. Dave Allison, a former Hackley teacher and coach. The Dave Allison Game...

Freshmen designed boats and ores with materials including cardboard and duct tape. “It was so fun being able to bond with my advisory,” said freshman Katie Yalmokas, “The whole boat building was so fun, and being in the boat was a funny yet fun experience.”
Manic Monday
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024
Senior Tommy Troso's dog, Cooper, greets many people and walks around the Quad. Cooper enjoys playing fetch with his favorite tennis ball and his owner's classmates.
A Furry Surprise
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • June 4, 2024
Field Hockey senior captain Lizzie Doherty takes a team selfie celebrating their huge 4-1 win vs. Riverdale on Alumni Day, which included a three goal performance by senior Devyn O'Callaghan.
Athletic Success and New Building Tours Headline Alumni Weekend
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • November 6, 2024

Every year to kick off Alumni Weekend, Hackley’s Girls Varsity Soccer team plays on Friday night under the lights in the Dave Allison Game, honoring Dave Allison, their...

Senior captains Thomas O'Brien and Sam Suniewick and freshman Cassius Evans-Thompson wear guardian caps during a practice on Pickert Field. Although all offensive and defensive linemen wear the headgear during practice, they do not wear them during games.
Hackley Football Players Do Not Need Guardian Caps
By Michael McCool, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

  This August, many players on the Varsity Football team were chosen to wear and review a new protective helmet cover called a Guardian Cap. Athletic Director...

Jael was honored at the HGVS senior ceremony, and here is pictured with the other HGVS seniors and the coaches. Junior Zara Nahim (not pictured) gave a speech and recalls one of Jael's contributions to the team, "By tying ribbons in our hair or taking pictures for us it’s like our mother taking care of us which lifts our spirits."
More Than a Manager
By Sarah Barsanti, Sports Editor • October 29, 2024
Coach Jeffrey celebrates his last junior varsity game before becoming an assistant on Girls' Varsity Basketball in 2022. He is extremely excited about this upcoming season and the chance to coach some of his former junior varsity players again.
Girls’ Varsity Basketball Welcomes New Head Coach
By Gabriella Petriello, Assistant Features Editor • October 22, 2024
Boys Varsity Soccer huddles before each game to gather the energy and get connected. This was before their first Ivy Prep League win this season against Collegiate, coming out strong with a 3-0 score.
New Talent and High Hopes This Fall Season
By Sarah Barsanti, Sports Editor • October 9, 2024
School Spirit Propels Hackley Teams at Fall Sting
School Spirit Propels Hackley Teams at Fall Sting
By Charlie Perlman, Editor-In-Chief • September 30, 2024
All 12 students and their teacher gathered on the Quad. They are all in their uniforms with a banner representing their school; Paradis International College. They are standing under the sign "Enter here to be and find a Friend", representing the joining of the two schools.
A Week of Memories
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go to school in another country? In Romania, schooling follows a more traditional lecture style compared to Hackley which focuses...

Coach Sekkas is getting ready for Girls Varsity Soccer practice. During practice, she loves to work on tactical skills with the team, as well as create strategies to use against their opponents. These two actions result in great success for Coach Sekkas as well as the team!
Coach Sekkas Sparks a New Era for HGVS
By Jordan Kleeger, Opinion Editor • October 29, 2024

“Our main goals this year are to have great team morale and to rebuild our energy around the program,” said Hackley Girls Varsity Soccer (HGVS) Assistant Coach Cassandra...

Cora McMahon stayed in Nantucket over the summer. She spent her time scooping ice-cream at Millie's Ice cream parlor at Madaket beach.
Summers Full of Memories
By Lucia Marucci, Staff Writer • October 16, 2024
Rafael Castro was elected as the new Community Council President for the 2024-2025 school year. As President, he is eager to make a positive impact on the Hackley community. He looks forward to leading new initiatives and representing the opinions of all Hackley students.
Meet Community Council President Rafael Castro
By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor • October 11, 2024
During the Upper School assembly on the quad on Sting day, Council hosted a series of competitions between the grades. Treasurer Mika Nuzum and Vice President Ben Iaderosa cheer on students as they compete in dizzy bat races, hula hoop challenges, and handless popcorn eating. The Hilltop had a surge in energy and was able to bring school spirit to the Sting later that day.
New Activities Brought By Community Council
By Fernanda Paz, Senior Features Editor • October 9, 2024
As students begin the college application process, many focus on the acceptance rates of schools to determine whether a school is "good" or "bad." Students should instead be focusing on other essential criteria such as school location, size, campus culture, and financial aid packages. These are the essential criteria that determine whether a school is actually "good" or "bad" for a particular student.
There’s More to a College Than Its Acceptance Rate
By Alessia Sorvillo, Chief Design Editor • October 25, 2024

Picture this: a student is applying to schools they feel are great fits for them. They also apply to an Ivy League school on a whim, expecting they won’t get in. To their...

The Debate on Debates
The Debate on Debates
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024

Presidential debates, once a non-partisan platform for candidates to express their campaign platform and personal opinions, have become chaotic events which, in turn, allow...

TikTok's popularity is clearly demonstrated by their over 1 billion monthly users. This has allowed TikTok to manifest its way into many aspects of American culture and daily life, causing an addiction to TikTok for many. This increase in social media usage can be linked to increased depression rates for children.
We Have Become Prisoners to the Algorithm
By Alessia Sorvillo, Chief Design Editor • April 28, 2024
These desktops, located in the photography lab, are some of the last few iMacs on campus. Since many of the schools' iMacs have reached the end of their lifespan, they will be recycled to help other parts of the Hackley campus.
The Ripple Effect: Removal of Hackley iMac Desktops and the New Center for Creative Arts and Technology
By Joshua Lee, Managing Editor • November 6, 2024

In the past, a common view of the library or computer science labs consisted of tables, chairs, andiMac desktops. But now, the iMac desktops...

How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election
How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election
By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief • October 31, 2024

What happens when Gen-Z TikTok users make seemingly silly edits of presidential candidates? Or when presidential campaigns follow social media...

The pink and blue auroras were visible in the sky in Ossining, NY at approximately 7:40 p.m. The auroras were more visible in Westchester and Northern New York than in New York City, where there is more air pollution and light pollution. iPhone cameras are better at picking up the light than a human's naked eye.
The Northern Lights Made Their Way South
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • October 30, 2024
The new salad bar provides new options with more toppings. The pasta bar was also added to the area with the new salad bar. The Hackley School logo was also placed adding a sense of community to the lunchroom.
Revamped Dining Room Enhances Comfort
By Gabriella Petriello, Assistant Features Editor • October 8, 2024
Ms. Bodner helps a group of students solve an equation. This moment was captured in her Accelerated Algebra 2 class where Ms. Bodner split the students up into groups and had them solve algebraic equations. She is showing her excitement to encourage students in their math journeys.
A Solution to the Equation
By Annika Duggan, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
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