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The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The National Parks class, made up of students from grades 9-12, got to meet Hackley Alumni Peter Strauss '65. They are taking in the beautiful scenery he gets to experience everyday in his own backyard.

From the Classroom to America’s Natural Treasures

By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

Spanning across the United States, there are 433 National Park sites, each with their own unique offerings. At Hackley, a small group of students take a class where they get to learn about and visit...

"Moana 2" released in theater at the end of November and has been a very popular movie for families to go watch. Many fans felt that the soundtrack did not live up to their expectations. Nonetheless, they recommend the movie because the plot and animations are really good.

“Moana 2” Proves to be Successful Despite Controversy

By Giulia Sorvillo, Chief Design Editor January 17, 2025

After the release of the animated action musical-style movie “Moana 2,” controversy has sparked over the varying opinions of the movie and the soundtrack in comparison to “Moana.” The plot follows...

The sprawl of papers, assessments, and notes often bring students stress before exams. However, this year, most exams will have less materials with exams being earlier in the trimester.

An Examined Change

By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

This year, Hackley’s administration made the decision to move exams up to the middle of February to allow for fewer conflicts and more flexibility with the second trimester.  “I feel that the change...

What's the One Thing You Couldn’t Do Thanksgiving Without?

What’s the One Thing You Couldn’t Do Thanksgiving Without?

By Sofia Mazzella, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

Whether it’s the delicious food, quality time with family, unique traditions, or the fact that there’s no school, Thanksgiving is a holiday that holds special meaning for many people. This year, Thanksgiving...

Junior Ari Spiegel is seen preparing for the GSA club bake sale by painting a vibrant sign that will attract buyers for the sale during a club meeting. In addition to raising money Ari hopes that this bake sale will help our community continue to foster  " a safe space for queer people," Ari said.

GSA Club Raises Attention and Support for the LGBTQ+ Community

By Sejal Virk, Editor-in-Chief January 13, 2025

Enthusiastic engagement around the GSA bake sale was prevalent and resulted in $1,051 raised towards The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Services Center in White Plains. Junior Ari Spiegel, founder of the Gay...

The Uncertain Path Ahead

The Uncertain Path Ahead

By Tyler Stern, Staff Writer January 9, 2025

It was close until it wasn’t. Many anchors, reporters, and election insiders thought that the 2024 Presidential Election would be closer than it was, and expected the results to take days. In reality...

Elif Batuman’s Pulitzer Prize Finalist, The Idiot, is a popular read among Hackley students. The story follows a Harvard University freshman, Selin, as she explores adolescence and love through online communication and connection. The Sternberg Library contains two copies of the novel that can be checked out.

Elif Batuman’s The Idiot Makes Us Question Technology’s Role in Our Relationships

By Alessia Sorvillo, Chief Design Editor January 7, 2025

In Elif Batuman’s Pulitzer Prize finalist, The Idiot, readers can experience a glimpse of the mid-1990s — a time when email was a new and exciting mode of communication, helping create new relationships...

The students walked around the Johnson Center searching for various types of plants and flowers to forage. Sarah Lucas 01' brought in dried plantain leaves for the students to try that she cooked earlier that day.

Hackley Alumna Sarah Lucas takes Students on a Foraging Adventure Throughout Campus

By Bella Edwards, Senior News and Events Editor January 7, 2025

"If you don’t know it, don’t eat it,” said Hackley alum and professional forager Sarah Ellen Lucas ‘01. For many years, upper school science teacher Katherine Hannon has been teaching the Food...

Continued Chaos in the Middle East Prompts Second Roundtable Discussion

Continued Chaos in the Middle East Prompts Second Roundtable Discussion

By Gabrielle Paes, Staff Writer December 13, 2024

Curiosity filled the air as Hackley faculty and students gathered in the Lindsay Room to learn about the continuing war in the Middle East. With the war in Gaza entering its second year, Upper School history...

An upper school jazz combo led by Doctor Rafi Malkiel brought energy and excitement  with an amazing performance. Diller hall is set to be the venue for many more exciting student performances to come.

Diller Hall Debuts with Motivating Speeches and a Captivating Performance

By Sejal Virk, Editor-in-Chief December 6, 2024

Excitement and eagerness filled the hallways as Director of Upper School Andy King made an announcement that everyone had been waiting for. “Late this afternoon, I learned that we have permission to...

Eligible Hackley students were prepared to vote

Eligible Hackley students were prepared to vote

By Annika Duggan, Assistant Sports Editor December 6, 2024

Were 18-year-old students prepared to vote using governmental knowledge provided by Hackley? Teacher Stephen Fitzpatrick and his Government and Politics class shared their knowledge across campus with...

Faculty and families enjoyed the first ever Hackley Shabbat dinner. Lots of work was put into this night by parents and students alike. With music, food, and decorations, the night was a huge success.

Celebrating the Jewish Community at Hackley’s first-ever Shabbat dinner

By Jordan Kleeger, Opinion Editor December 6, 2024

Candles burned bright, and beautiful music filled the dining hall to celebrate the weekly day of rest within the Jewish community. Hackley families, students, and faculty members gathered in the Upper...

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