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The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

NBA Predictions

NBA Predictions

By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor December 20, 2024

As the 2024-2025 NBA season starts, there is already a lot of controversy among fans about the upcoming season. Fans are already in deep speculation after a whirlwind offseason and thrilling preseason....

Senior Dylan Firooznia went to the Halloween parade to support his younger brother, sixth grader Andy Firooznia. He enjoys watching his brother experience similar things he did when he was younger.

Navigating the “Youngest Children Syndrome”

By Sarah Barsanti, Sports Editor December 10, 2024

Traits of the Youngest  Have you ever heard of “youngest children syndrome?” Whether it’s from stealing the spotlight or gliding through life’s early hurdles, youngest siblings often get tagged...

Zion Bennett works on her drawing as part of her independent study project. Her art combines creativity and a mission to address mental health stigma in high school settings.

High School Cartoonist Tackles Anxiety Stigma Through Graphic Novel Project

By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor December 8, 2024

Stress and anxiety are familiar experiences for many high school students, but for one student, these challenges have inspired a creative project aimed at normalizing conversations about mental health....

The Stress of Success

The Stress of Success

By Lucia Marucci, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

When school ends, sophomore Leila Ibrahim's day has just begun. She’s a part of the varsity swim team, rides horses, plays viola, and runs the equestrian club. Alongside this, she takes advanced classes,...

These are some of the first editions of the Dial. They are located directly next to the original Hackley sundial from the quad. Everything pictured is at least 95 years old.

How the Sports-Centered School Bulletin Transformed into the Opinionated Voice of the Student Body

By Annika Duggan, Assistant Sport Editor November 26, 2024

Imagine a time when you couldn’t check your email, search online, or walk the halls to see the recent news from a Hackley student’s perspective. This time existed before the creation of the student...

Students gather around their designated area with their advisories. Along the perimeter of the orchard, students and teachers worked together to plant their bulbs which will bloom in the coming months.

Planting the Seeds of Seniors’ Futures

By Fernanda Paz, Senior Features Editor November 26, 2024

This fall has been packed with new and old traditions for seniors to celebrate the start of their final year on the Hilltop. In addition to painting cars and wearing childhood backpacks, seniors took part...

Students and staff gathered in the Johnson Center, where white balloons decorate the space for Hispanic Heritage Month. They shared stories, laughter, and traditional dishes, which created a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The lunch was a chance for the community to celebrate their shared heritage and strengthen their connections.

Students and Faculty Celebrate Latinx Culture at Hispanic Heritage Month Gathering

By Sofia Mazzella, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

The Johnson Center kitchen buzzed with energy as students, teachers, and staff eagerly lined up for arroz con frijoles, plátanos, pernil, and flan. The song “Danza Kuduro” played in the background,...

In G102, members and one of the founders of the Crochet Club gather to stitch and create together. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, promoting a sense of community among participants. This space is ideal for students and teachers of all skill levels to connect through their shared love of crocheting .

Craft, Create, and Connect

By Sofia Mazzella, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Looking for a creative escape during lunch? The Crochet Club, meeting on days one and four from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m, offers a space where you can eat lunch, socialize with friends, and learn new skills...

The novel "I Have Some Question For You" by Rebecca Makkai was a popular book that one of the book groups read. All of the book circles had novels of all different genres and opened many discussions for the students to have.

Reading Groups Make a Mark On the Hilltop

By Bella Edwards, Senior News & Events Editor November 19, 2024

Mysteries, Thrillers, Fantasy, and more! This fall, students and employees came together to discuss the summer reading books Hackley community members chose at the end of last school year. Books of all...

For the past six months, senior Frances Clifford has used her iPad for the majority of her note-taking. Whether it be taking notes on videos, presentations in class, or doing practice problems, she prefers typing out her notes by hand. The iPad has allowed her to do this while also giving her the ability of keeping her work stored in one place. “I found that typing out my notes often gave me too much information and handwriting them allowed me to weave out unnecessary information while simultaneously allowing me to process the information better,” said Frances.

Putting Pen to Paper, Hands To Keyboard, or Electric Pencil to iPad?

By Fernanda Paz, Senior Features Editor November 19, 2024

Since the 1990s, the click-clacking of laptop keyboards has been taking over classrooms. While some students cling to the traditional ways of note-taking by hand, the efficiency of digital notes has transformed...

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Sharing Wisdom: The Importance of a Thorough LinkedIn Profile

By Sejal Virk, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2024

To many underclassmen, internships, jobs, and LinkedIn profiles seem like tasks to be conquered many years from now. However, as the competitive nature of career preparation in high schools continues to...

Nkechi Ude likes to spend her time in the junior hallway to hang out with her friends.

Realities of Being a Boarder

By Angelina Hummel, Assistant Features Editor November 14, 2024

Imagine having a thirty-second commute to school: hop out of bed, walk downstairs, and you're already at school. For boarders, this is their reality. While most students wake up at six in the morning to...

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