The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

This is an image of Hackleys Dial. Will Bunchs last year on The Dial was his junior year. As a senior he joined Hackleys literary magazine.

Spotlight of Hackley’s Very Own Former Dial Journalist: Will Bunch

By Ashley Currie, News Editor March 3, 2023

Hackley’s very own Will Bunch was on The Dial and said that “45 years later a lot of what I learned in that class has really stayed with me all these years”.    Hackley alumnus and journalist...

The bat houses have been planted onto Hackleys orchard. Surrounded by the beautiful scenery, the houses await for bats to settle into their forever homes. Until then, Mark Green and the other caretakers of the bat houses will continuously check and give updates to the community.

Dual Protection: The Relationship between Bats and Hackley’s Orchard

By Joshua Lee, Staff Writer February 23, 2023

In order to maintain the healthy condition of Hackley’s orchard, the community has decided to bring in one of the most interesting and misunderstood species within the animal kingdom: bats. These animals...

During a long tri-meet at Horace Mann, Cole picked up his 100th victory becoming the 5th wrestler in Hackley history to accomplish this feat.

Best Wrestler in Hackley History? Meet Cole Joseph

By Caleb Bae, Events Editor February 17, 2023

Senior captain Cole Joseph made history after picking up the 100th win of his wrestling career in a quad-meet at Horace Mann. On December 9th, 2022, Cole became the fifth wrestler in Hackley's history...

Junior Captain Alessa Mendoza surveys the court in order to make the right pass. Alessa added a game high 23 points for the team.

Welcoming Back the Winter Sting

By Caleb Bae, Events Editor February 17, 2023

The anticipation for this year's Sting radiated through the Johnson center, filled with school spirit. After being canceled for the past two years straight, Hackley hosted the 2023 Winter Sting. With the...

This is a piece of Caties artwork in progress for her portfolio. This photo really shows the different colors and lifelike image of her dog.

AP Art Profile: Catie O’Rourke

By Bella Edwards, Staff Writer February 15, 2023

For as long as she can remember, senior Catie O’Rourke has always had a love for art. From drawing stick figures as a kid to painting on a blank canvas, she always found art to be something that is a...

Aiden fences in the first round of the Junior World Cup in Latvia. Aiden said that although he was intimidated, the setting of the tournament was very similar to the US ones.

En Garde! Aiden McComiskey Travels to Latvia for Junior World Cup

By Chloe Yancovich, Editor-in-Chief February 14, 2023

When you think of what Hackley students were doing pre-Thanksgiving break, flying to Latvia for the Junior Fencing World Cup is not exactly something that may come to mind. However, senior Aiden McComiskey...

Holocaust survivor Annie Kleinhaus shares her inspirational story in a Middle and Upper School gathering. She hopes that many people will gain a new perspective on never giving up on your goals.

A Survivor, Not a Victim

By Alessia Sorvillo, Staff Writer February 9, 2023

“I like to view myself as a survivor, not a victim,” said Holocaust survivor Annie Kleinhaus.  For Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27, Hackley had the Middle and Upper School faculty and students...

Senior Tibet Yakut and 8th grade scholars Michael and Levi hard at work on their gingerbread houses. This station was a hit among everybody, even though it got a little messy!

Hudson Scholars Holiday Party

By Sami Rowbottom, Editor-in-chief February 7, 2023

With Christmas music playing, dreidels spinning, and gingerbread houses being decorated, the Hackley community hosted the Hudson Scholars and their families for the beloved annual holiday party.  Director...

Damar Hamlin: More than a game

By Sami Rowbottom, Editor-in-chief February 7, 2023

Nine minutes into a pivotal Week 17 matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Buffalo Bills the game was paused, and then suspended altogether after a tragic incident involving Bills safety Damar...

A photo of Sarah and her team practicing before the Phila Youth Regatta. The Phila Youth Regatta consists of the 18 club teams in the Schuylkill Navy.

Calloused Hands Hold Trophies

By Charlie Perlman February 5, 2023

No high flying slam dunks, no goals from thirty feet out, no jaw-dropping catches. Your team, the boat, and water are provided - but how far one can go with crew is up to them. Crew consists of five...

The Data Struggle

The Data Struggle

By Alessia Sorvillo February 1, 2023

Schizophrenia, a serious mental disorder that affects a person’s ability to interpret reality properly, was a topic that piqued junior NJ Roc-Sennett's interest and led her to learn more about it by...

Ms. Jean Announces Her Departure from Hackley School

Ms. Jean Announces Her Departure from Hackley School

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer February 1, 2023

Over winter break, Head of School Michael Wirtz announced Cyndy Jean, Assistant Head for Community and Inclusivity, will be departing from the Hackley School. Ms. Jean has been appointed Assistant Head...

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