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Super Bowl Sunday is coming up and causing much debate and excitement across campus. A rematch of the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles is set to provide an entertaining night for viewers across the world.
Chiefs and Eagles Set for an Exciting Super Bowl LIX
By Sejal Virk, Editor-in-Chief • February 8, 2025

The National Football League (NFL) is set to have its 59th Super Bowl on Sunday, February 9th at 6:30 p.m. featuring a rematch of the Kansas City Chiefs versus Philadelphia...

Freshman Charlotte Cantor presents her  "exhibit" for Ms. Stanek's World History Museum project focused around "Emancipation: Voices of Freedom and The Unfinished Project." Charlotte presented her exhibit on "The Equiano Effect."
New World History Course Makes Its Freshman Debut
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

Take a little bit of the U.S. History class, the 20th Century World course, some of the topics from the old freshman history course, and tie it all together with some new...

The sprawl of papers, assessments, and notes often bring students stress before exams. However, this year, most exams will have less materials with exams being earlier in the trimester.
An Examined Change
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • January 16, 2025
The Uncertain Path Ahead
The Uncertain Path Ahead
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • January 9, 2025
Eligible Hackley students were prepared to vote
Eligible Hackley students were prepared to vote
By Annika Duggan, Assistant Sports Editor • December 6, 2024
Sophomore volunteers Lily Rodgers, Sophie Kim, Owen Spencer, Lilly Rosenthal, Emi Dotter Se, Gabrielle Paes, Caitlin Morrow, Josh Gandelman, and Tyler Stern (left to right) all came during Upper School lunch to help out and work the bake sale table, selling nearly every baked good.
Feature
Successful Bake Sale Fuels Wildfire Aid for Los Angeles
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • February 11, 2025

To aid those affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires and to raise awareness of the fires and the effect it has had on the Los Angeles community, Hackley’s Service Leadership...

Freshman Farah and sophomore Riya perform "Watch" by Billie Eilish.  Farah played her guitar while Riya led the audience in clapping to the beat of the song. The two talented underclassmen put on an impressive act to start the evening.
Events
Coffeehouse Takes on Diller Hall
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • February 11, 2025

A few times a year, some of the Upper School’s most talented musicians have the opportunity to perform for their peers in an informal environment. Unlike other musical recitals...

Markus takes a break from Olympic action to take a photo with family. The support from Markus' inner circle is what he cited as a reason for his success in the sport. (Photo courtesy of Debbie Edegran)
Alum Markus Edegran ’11 makes history at the Paris Olympics
By Charlie Perlman, Editor-In-Chief • February 10, 2025

Seeing the bright lights of the Eiffel Tower for the first time is a special experience. For Markus Edegran ‘11, it was the magical beginning of his journey as an Olympic...

Super Bowl Sunday is coming up and causing much debate and excitement across campus. A rematch of the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles is set to provide an entertaining night for viewers across the world.
Chiefs and Eagles Set for an Exciting Super Bowl LIX
By Sejal Virk, Editor-in-Chief • February 8, 2025

The National Football League (NFL) is set to have its 59th Super Bowl on Sunday, February 9th at 6:30 p.m. featuring a rematch of the Kansas City Chiefs versus Philadelphia...

Macey McLane and Caitlin Morrow raced in the New York State Regional Cross Country Meet. They ran in a race of more than 300 runners. The top finishers of the race would then go on to racing in the National Cross Country Championship in Eugene, Oregon.
Running Towards Success
By Sophie Kim, Staff Writer • January 23, 2025
NBA Predictions
NBA Predictions
By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor • December 20, 2024
Captain Jack Perlman and Tyler Mook standing together on the field during their Senior Day game versus Dalton. The captains talk with the referee before the game and decide who starts with the ball and which side of the field they start on.
How Captains Shape Their Teams
By Sebastian Mann, Assistant Opinion Editor • November 26, 2024
An example of jersey handouts partaken by the football team. Handouts act, like in this photo, an inclusive act to promote connection on sports team, and raise awareness for sting games. Although casual, it is an important part of team spirit.
The Tradition and Dilemma of Jersey Handouts
By Raphael Saujet, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024
The album cover of Farah's recent EP released, called "Left and Right" shows her sitting in the back of a car. Her EP was released on Nov 6, 2024 and contains 5 songs. The EP is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
The Musical Journey of Student, Singer, and Published Artist Farah Goods
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • February 20, 2025

At just eleven years old, freshman Farah Goods was gifted her first guitar from her father, opening her up to a whole new world of writing, playing, and producing music and...

A group of Trump supporters pose for a picture minutes before Trump was sworn in. They were hoping Trump would venture into the cold and say Hi.
Tensions Surge in the Capitol on Inauguration Day
By Sebastian Mann, Assistant Opinion Editor • February 11, 2025

“Fight Fight Fight!” chanted a crowd of the most fervent Trump supporters as they stood in the freezing cold outside the Capitol building right as the clock struck 12:00...

Melissa Stanek’s Lifelong Journey at Hackley School
Melissa Stanek’s Lifelong Journey at Hackley School
By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor • February 10, 2025
Surviving the Seasonal Slump as a Student
Surviving the Seasonal Slump as a Student
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • January 30, 2025
The Importance of Test Taking as a Math Student
The Importance of Test Taking as a Math Student
By Sebastian Mann, Assistant Opinion Editor • January 23, 2025
Hackley's hilly campus makes it difficult for those on crutches or in a wheelchair to get around to their classes. An average upper school weekly commute will involve at least one, if not two, trips to down and back from the CCAT as well as at least two trips to the Johnson Center per week.
Developing a Campus Accessible to Everyone
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • February 10, 2025

When prospective students visit Hackley for the first time, they are amazed by the beautiful scenery of the campus and the large size. However, Hackley is filled with tons...

The sprawl of papers, assessments, and notes often bring students stress before exams. However, this year, most exams will have less materials with exams being earlier in the trimester.
An Examined Change
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • January 16, 2025

This year, Hackley’s administration made the decision to move exams up to the middle of February to allow for fewer conflicts and more flexibility with the second trimester.  “I...

The Uncertain Path Ahead
The Uncertain Path Ahead
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • January 9, 2025
Sweater Weather Cinema: Top 10 Fall Movies
Sweater Weather Cinema: Top 10 Fall Movies
By Samantha Reyes, Managing Editor • December 6, 2024
Freshman Charlotte Cantor presents her  "exhibit" for Ms. Stanek's World History Museum project focused around "Emancipation: Voices of Freedom and The Unfinished Project." Charlotte presented her exhibit on "The Equiano Effect."
New World History Course Makes Its Freshman Debut
By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

Take a little bit of the U.S. History class, the 20th Century World course, some of the topics from the old freshman history course, and tie...

The National Parks class, made up of students from grades 9-12, got to meet Hackley Alumni Peter Strauss '65. They are taking in the beautiful scenery he gets to experience everyday in his own backyard.
From the Classroom to America’s Natural Treasures
By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer • January 17, 2025

Spanning across the United States, there are 433 National Park sites, each with their own unique offerings. At Hackley, a small group of...

The Common Application and Coalition Application are the two most popular options for students to apply to their selected colleges. Here, students can submit their main essay, as well as answers to supplemental questions for each college.
Changes to the College Process
By Joshua Lee, Managing Editor • January 14, 2025
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