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Fighting For Our Future in the Arctic
By Emily Koch, Staff writer
January 25, 2021
Introduction Take a trip down memory lane for a moment and think back to when you were in elementary school, flipping through picture books, learning about the truly amazing...
By Chloe Yancovich and Sami Rowbottom
January 12, 2021
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, almost every activity has been limited and/or changed, including fall sports. Hackley students were fortunate enough to have their seasons,...
Movie Review: The Social Dilemma
By Theo Saujet and Niky Dhakad
January 11, 2021
The Scary Truth behind Social Media by Theo Saujet “The Social Dilemma” is an influential and jaw-dropping documentary that illustrates the forceful control that social...
By Akshi Khowala and Gabriella Parasnis
January 21, 2021
Winter break was a well-needed break for the Hackley community, including the additional online week. Throughout the remote week, students and teachers were challenged to exceed expectations set by the remote institution during the spring season. With the new schedule and additional professional development over the summer, this remote week was pleasant for many people. Students...
By Sophie Thomas, News Editor
January 12, 2021
“Make sexual tension great again. What’s a girl’s best friend? Being marginalized. I drink to forget fat chicks.” These are but a few examples of the card combinations...
Best Books to Read During Quarantine
By Kami Lim, Opinion Editor
December 14, 2020
Fantasy The Night Circus - by Erin Morgenstern Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus brings the audience on a fantastical journey that follows two characters as they begin...
Different Perspectives on Hackley’s Reopening
By Gabriella Parasnis and Emily Koch
January 20, 2021
In recent months, people all over the world have been immersed in strange new circumstances. Many of these vast changes have been implemented right here on the Hilltop. One...
Brandon Bernard’s Death Illuminates the Question of Bias in the Criminal Justice System
By Eki Uzamere, Editor-in-chief
January 15, 2021
Brandon Bernard was unjustly put to death by the federal government on Thursday, December 10th, 2020. He was 18 when he, and a gang of others, took part in a robbery that...
Changes on Campus With Incoming Cold Weather
January 7, 2021
Winter has arrived on the Hilltop, and so have the problems of managing COVID procedures in colder weather. As we return from break, students should continue to expect changes...
The rise of female political leaders: Hackley leads the charge
By Sophie Thomas, Senior Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
While much of the country seems to need time to adjust to the idea of a woman in a presidential position, Hackley has embraced this concept with open arms. For the last five...
The Dial asks Climate Strike goers: Why are you here?
By Jordan Miller, Editor in Chief
October 16, 2019
Chants of “there is no planet B” echoed through lower Manhattan this past Friday, as thousands gathered for the Climate Strike. Amongst the sea of signs, I selected my...
2019-2020 Class Officer Candidates
April 29, 2019
Senior Class Officer Candidates Emily Afriyie I think that I would be a good candidate for class representative because I have had experience on Council for the past 2 years. During that time, I have learned ways to help the community and I have learned the importance of working with a group of people to accomplish a task that everyone can enjoy. I have dedicated time...
Squashed it! New boys and girls varsity squash coaches transform program
By Hadley Chapman and Calista Santomero
March 3, 2020
Squash, not to be confused with the vegetable, is a fast-paced racket sport played indoors. It is an all-year sport for those who participate in tournaments, but for school...
New Athletic Trainers Katie Jenson and Kayla Simpson Bring New Methods to the Training Room
By Hadley Chapman, Senior Staff Writer
November 25, 2019
From working with ACL tears to minor thumb sprains, new athletic trainers Katie Jenson and Kayla Simpson have found themselves busy this fall working with injured athletes. Prior...
From Hackley to your TV screen: The journey of alumni from high school to sports broadcasting
By Griffin Senyek and Nicky Wind
November 7, 2019
Billions of people around the world follow sports every day. Both the fans and the industry would be nowhere without the work of sports broadcasters. It is a business that...
By Heesun Lee
October 20, 2019
Traditionally, Bibimbap is a mixed rice dish with assorted vegetables and meat, but you can create your own version of Bibimbap using ingredients that suit your preferences...
By Lauren Ahern, Managing Editor for Social Media
October 20, 2019
Since the nineties, the Korean Wave, as it has been dubbed, has spread to pop cultures around the world. The Korean Wave is a term used to describe the global popularity of...
By Sophie Thomas, News Editor
June 4, 2020
Little Women has earned 27 awards nominations, $107 million in ticket sales, and a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. An adaptation based on the book Little Women by Louisa May...
By Sydney Stoller, Online Editor in Chief
January 5, 2020
For their combined Winter concert, the Hackley orchestra, band, chorus, and acting classes implemented a Broadway theme. Taking place during Community Time, the annual...
The student body gathered in the PAC this Monday to watch speeches prepared by the all-school Community Council candidates. The winner of each race (Presidential,...