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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...

All students gathered down at the new outdoor amphitheater to attend the opening of the building. The space was filled with excitement and joy as the students listened in to the announcements and musical performance.

The Opening of the Center for the Creative Arts and Technology Building Marks A New Beginning on the Hilltop

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

After much anticipation, Hackley’s new Center for the Creative Arts and Technology has finally opened, and students have begun attending classes in the building except the Black Box Theatre and Diller...

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....

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...

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...

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