The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

Adam Tannenbaum practices for his singing audition at the New York State School Music Association. Adam takes vocal lessons and practices singing daily.

Junior Adam Tannenbaum showcases unique singing talent at NYSSMA

By Tommy Larson, Opinion Editor February 7, 2019

Junior Adam Tannenbaum has a deep passion for the art of singing and is an active and involved member of the singing community on the hilltop. He has partaken in several selective NYSSMA conferences and...

Coffee House hosts Zaya Gooding and Rahat Mahbub held the attention of the audience with jokes. Audience participation was another key component of Gooding and Mahbubs hosting strategy.

Student performances wowed audience during winter coffee house

By Sofia Graziano and Jordan Miller January 29, 2019

Volunteers emerge from the crowd and each grabs a drum. The sound fills the room and kindling a spirit of inclusivity. At this Winter’s coffeehouse, a drum circle started the night, with members from...

What We are Reading

What We are Reading

By Jordan Miller, Print Managing Editor January 11, 2019

Killers of the Flower Moon Upper School head Andy King is currently reading David Grann’s Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the Flower Moon. King said, “[The...

Coach Kuba explains a drill to the team. He emphasizes quick ball movement to the team in practice. This is Coach Kuba’s first season coaching the boys’ varsity basketball team.

Coach Kuba brings coaching experience and insight to the hilltop to revitalize boys basketball

By Tyler O'Brien, Arts Editor December 20, 2018

After a few tumultuous years that did not meet the standards in terms of record and culture for the Hackley basketball program, new head coach Zachary Kuba strives to turn things around for the team. Coach...

Jordan Wade makes all of the bracelets, necklaces, and earrings sold by Simple Strings by hand. Although she gets dozens of orders via Instagram Direct Message, Jordan has to find time to balance her passion for her business with her schoolwork. She typically works on her designs over the weekend and during school breaks.

Senior Jordan Wade finds her passion and success in “Simple Strings”

By Hannah Ostfield, Staff Writer December 18, 2018

It all started the summer before freshman year, when Jordan Wade and her mom were looking for an art project to fill the day. They decided to head to Michaels, and after circling the store for a little...

One of Louisas style of edits includes collages made from cut out magazine photos. She recently made a collage focussed on model Bella Hadid using her recent Vogue cover shoot paired with inspirational words to create this piece.

Louisa Thompson uses her Photoshop skills to start an online business

By Hannah Ostfield, Staff Writer December 17, 2018

Louisa’s passion for collaging started in middle school when she would look through piles of magazines finding cool pictures. She began to cut out photos of celebrities, models, or even interesting quotes...

The cast of Electra rehersing on set.

Hactors Perform “Electra”

By Quinn O'Halloran, Guest Writer November 1, 2018

Filled with treachery, murder and blood, “Electra” is a perfect Halloween story. Nine students, under the direction of Mr. Teacher, with help from stage manager Paola Garcia, will bring Sophocles’...

Dear Evan Hansen, a broadway play that discusses such contemporary issues as mental health, is one of junior Sophia Masotti’s favorite plays. An avid consumer of theater, Sophia has seen numerous plays on Broadway like Angels in America and the Lion King as well. Sophia feels that she serves as a part of something bigger than herself while she sees theatrical productions.

A Personal Perspective: “hope and light” on Broadway

By Sophia Masotti, Guest Writer October 18, 2018

If there is one thing that I can say I have been passionate about since I was a young, it is theater. When I was five years old, I saw the Lion King on Broadway. I still remember the beautiful costumes...

Senior Fiona Boettner constructed a self portrait over the summer. She is focussing on constructing portraits for AP art this year. Other AP artists are concentrating on such things as tattoos and water throughout the year.

AP artists begin work on their concentrations over the summer

By Julia Thomson, Sports Editor October 10, 2018

Similar to the summer work of academic related AP courses, each student enrolled in AP art must choose a central theme or technique to focus on for the year. This then becomes the basis for their portfolios...

Rohun Rajpal plays his violin in preparation for his performance at Carnegie Hall.

Rohun Rajpal selected for National Youth Orchestra concert tour

By Dylan Wade May 10, 2018

Representing the United States, Rohun Rajpal will perform violin alongside other accomplished young instrumentalists this summer as a member of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States. The...

Artwork by Ariana Swei.

Seniors Artwork Featured at Katonah Museum of Art

By Georgia Panitz, Arts Editor February 14, 2018

Ten Hackley artists had pieces featured in the Katonah Art Museum’s “Young Artists Exhibit”. The exhibit was on display from January 21st to February 11th, and featured over 400 pieces of artwork...

Sophomore Alexander Goldman play an acoustic version of “Message in a Bottle” by the Police. This year’s coffeehouse was hosted by seniors Lilliana Khoshroshahi and Francesca Doctors who offered audience volunteers minute-to-win-it games in between numbers for a chance to crack a raw egg on one of their heads.

Winter Coffeehouse 2018

By Alexi Sandhu and Sydney Stoller February 2, 2018

Here are some of the performances from the Winter Coffeehouse on Friday, January 26th, 2018! Special thanks to The House Band and backstage crew: Ben Monore ’19 (drums) Richie Nuzum ’19 (bass) Maggie...

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