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The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

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New “HOL” to launch in September

By Lauren Ahern, Managing Editor of Social Media May 22, 2019

Starting next school year, Hackley will be moving on from our current Learning Management System (LMS), known as “HOL.” Hackley will now have two integrated Management Systems: Veracross, a Student...

The new generation of poetry: Instagram Poets fail to capture respect in the poetic world

The new generation of poetry: Instagram Poets fail to capture respect in the poetic world

By Eki Uzamere, Senior Staff Writer May 5, 2019

With the rise of Instagram poetry, there are rumblings about what kind of wordsmith will dominate the poetry landscape for the next few decades and whether or not they are equipped for the job. By definition,...

2019-2020 All-school candidates speeches

April 11, 2019

Candidates were asked to answer three questions: 1. Why would you be a good candidate for this position? 2. How have you contributed to the Hackley Community? 3. What are your goals if elected to this...

The Dial transitions to new publishing formats

By Yingshyan Ku, Managing Editor, Copy April 8, 2019

After a period of many years, the staff of the Dial will revise the style of its print edition from a tabloid format to a full-color, magazine-style publication. The staff plans to publish the Dial...

Midterms prepare students for college despite the perception that they cause undue stress

Midterms prepare students for college despite the perception that they cause undue stress

By Matthew Traum, Feature Editor March 22, 2019

There seems to be a collective groan whenever Hackley’s February exams are mentioned. It is unsurprising that students don't like spending many hours hunched over desks studying for lengthy tests...

Steele Sternberg teaches Upper School History to the ninth and tenth grade, and has an elective
focusing on the Middle East. The ninth grade curriculum focuses on world history, and the tenth grade curriculum focuses on American history leading up to the 20th century. Sternberg explained that the History curriculum as a whole embraces a western canon.

Diversity vs. Decolonization: Teachers discuss diversity in faculty and curriculum

By Sophia Thomas, Senior Staff Writer February 6, 2019

Hackley is a place that prides itself on its inclusivity, an idea illustrated by the Hackley motto, “Enter here to be and find a friend." Hackley not only strives to be an inclusive community, but also...

Members of the Hudson Scholars program attended an immigration rally in 
White Plains last July. The rally was planned by PAL leaders Amy Chalan and Matt Fisch along with paralegal Luis Yumbla to garner support for families affected by deportations. The rally was meaningful for Hackley ‘s mentors after scholar Chrissy’s father was deported earlier this summer.

Students take action when immigration issues hit home

By Max Rosenblum, Politics Editor January 8, 2019

Since President Trump’s election in 2016, the immigration issue — ranging from the controversy over the proposed border wall to the separation of families — has taken center stage in American politics....

Students fill the bleachers to cheer on the Football team at the Fall Sting. The Football team came away with a 35-19 win over Poly Prep Country Day. The Athletic Department is working toward being able to host all JV and Varsity games on campus for Sting so that everyone can come support Hackley athletic teams.

Scheduling issues affect some JV teams attendance at Sting

By Hannah Ostfield, Staff Writer October 30, 2018

The Hackley Stings were created by parents involved in the HPA who wanted to give the lower and middle school students the opportunity to take part in the widespread school spirit of the upper school....

Sophomores Nina Mital and Sadie Nipon show off their tattoos. Council gave out superhero tattoos in the Grille Room on Superhero day.

Spirit Week kicks off Alumni weekend

By Hadley Chapman, Staff Writer October 26, 2018

Tie Dye, superheroes, Hawaiian shirts, Oh my! Spirit week is a tradition at high schools. Hackley’s Community Council made spirit week coincide with the David Allison Memorial Soccer Game on the evening...

Strategic plan pamphlets have been distributed throughout Hackley. The plan was made public to the entire Hackley community on 15 October 2018. The publication of the plan marks the conclusion of months of work on behalf of various individuals.

Strategic plan made public

By William Goldsmith, Editor-in-chief October 19, 2018

Change is difficult. But it is also necessary. Like the great British statesman Winston Churchill once said, “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” Headmaster Michael Wirtz...

Many rooms in the Upper School do not have air conditioning. Extreme temperatures coupled with a lack of air conditioning in boarding bedrooms prompted boarders to be sent home during the first week of school. Other Hackley day students expressed dissatisfaction with the absence of universal air conditioning in the Upper School too.

Heat wave hits the Hilltop

By Max Rosenblum, Politics Editor October 9, 2018

With 2018 on pace to be the 4th hottest year on record according to NOAA data, the effects of high temperatures have made their way to Hackley’s campus. Throughout the first week of the 2018-2019 school...

About time: freshman hallway gets a makeover

About time: freshman hallway gets a makeover

By Lauren Ahern, News Editor October 3, 2018

The floor in the freshman hallway and surrounding area received a face-lift this past summer, repairing the previously uneven subflooring and carpeting. The carpeting was replaced with a light grey, luxury...

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