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The voice of the student body

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The voice of the student body

The Dial

The Wild and Urban Adventure of Eight Students on the Spain RoundSquare Trip

The Wild and Urban Adventure of Eight Students on the Spain RoundSquare Trip

By Annika Duggan, Sports Editor April 10, 2025

While 400 kids were roaming the Hackley halls in early November, eight students were exploring Spain, myself included, and forging connections with students from across the world. RoundSquare is an...

The Kiva Club ran a bake sale the day before spring break to raise money for the non-profit organization. The sale was a huge success, and now the club members are in the process of transferring the money they raised to the recipients through Kiva!

Opening up the World of Finance to Those in Need

By Jordan Kleeger, Opinion Editor April 10, 2025

“Make a loan, change a life.” This is the mission statement of Kiva, a microfinance non-profit organization that aims to expand financial services, such as the ability to take out a loan or own a credit...

With the new blackbox theatre, the performing arts department was able to create a custom set out of wood and styrofoam, painting the bases to mimic the architecture of Ancient Rome.

Musical Theatre Students Stun Audience in Annual Performance

By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

Between reading the books and watching the movie, Percy Jackson is nostalgic for many. Students had the opportunity to experience  the series in another way by watching Hackley’s student Musical, The...

Exploring the Excitement of BlockBlast

April 8, 2025

Block Blast, the popular puzzle game that’s captured the attention of students at Hackley and millions worldwide, combines strategy and relaxation, making it a favorite for players of all ages.  “I...

The AP Art Studio is full with the students' work on display and comfortable furniture for a positive environment. Students often come into the studio in their free to time to work on their art and hang out with each other.

The Creative Center for Arts and Technology is a Game Changer for AP Studio Art Students

By Sarah Barsanti, Sports Editor April 8, 2025

“It’s not just a space where they go to class; it’s a space where they can live,” said Greg Cice, the Visual Arts Department Chair and AP Studio Art teacher.   The opening of the Creative...

Credit: Photo courtesy of Morgan Pile
Before coming to Hackley, Learning Specialist Morgan Pile worked as a learning specialist at the Dalton School in New York City and ran her own academic firm. Ms. Pile urges students to reach out to her if they need any tips on how to improve their learning and study habits. Students can always email Ms. Pile to schedule a meeting or find her in Learning Center, where she has drop-in hours every morning from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

New Learning Specialist Morgan Pile Brings Entrepreneurial Background and Enthusiasm to the Learning Center

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2025

“I think that a lot of students can benefit from learning about the way that they learn about themselves, and this is a great role to help that happen, because you're meeting one on one, which is sort...

The user's screen shows the different colors featured in the game and the number of points received. Whether during breaks or free time, players are focused on the game. Block Blast is growing in popularity around the Hackley community.

Exploring the Excitement of BlockBlast

By Gabriella Petriello, Assistant Features Editor March 12, 2025

Block Blast, the popular puzzle game that’s captured the attention of students at Hackley and millions worldwide, combines strategy and relaxation, making it a favorite for players of all ages. “I...

Fighting Winter Illnesses

Fighting Winter Illnesses

By Raphael Saujet, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

As the cold season brings casual coughs and runny noses, it's essential to take preventive action to avoid these illnesses. In addition to the cold season sicknesses, cases of more severe illnesses, such...

Inkosi helped lead the Hackley Men's Fencing team to a NYSAIS victory. He also won personal medals and trophies within the tournament.

Junior Fencer Inkosi Brou’s Journey to the Olympics

By Jordan Kleeger, Opinion Editor March 7, 2025

Inkosi Brou has travelled across the world, participated in Olympic Qualifying events, and even placed in national competitions since beginning his fencing career almost ten years ago. Inkosi was introduced...

The Senior Girls’ Experienced Advice to Juniors About Prom Dress Season

The Senior Girls’ Experienced Advice to Juniors About Prom Dress Season

By Annika Duggan, Assistant Sports Editor March 7, 2025

The Junior Hallway has been bustling with excitement for prom season, particularly the search for dresses. Many junior girls are wondering what advice the seniors have about prom. A common piece of advice...

This is the interior of the cafe. Upon entrance, customers are greeted by the baristas and can observe them making drinks while figuring out what to order.

Don Caravajal is the Newest Cafe Hotspot in Irvington

By Evelynn Beaton, Assistant News & Events Editor March 7, 2025

The best hotspots in Tarrytown have been covered, but what about the next town over? Irvington is about a 10-minute drive from the Hackley campus and contains more than one hidden gem. Don Carvajal, a...

A streak is the newest way to create helpful and motivating routines. A streak is meant to be edited; a streak could eventually make it into everyday routine or not be used ever again. These five steps will help individuals create a streak best suited for them.

How Streaks Can Transform Routines and Boost Motivation

By Evelynn Beaton, Assistant News & Events Editor March 6, 2025

Motivation can be defined as the reasons one has for behaving/acting in a certain way. This fundamental definition is how routines are formed. Routines are changed due to a desire to act upon a behavior....

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