The voice of the student body

The Dial
The voice of the student body

The Dial
The voice of the student body

The Dial
Rebecca Ingles

Rebecca Ingles, Editor in Chief of Print

Rebecca Ingles is a senior at Hackley and one of the three Editors-in-Chief. Rebecca has been writing for Hackley publications since freshman year and was previously an Opinion Editor. Rebecca is from Scarsdale, NY and outside of school, she enjoys reading, going to Yankees games, going to the beach, and going to concerts. Rebecca is a co-leader of Breakfast Run and Taylor Swift Club at Hackley.

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Credit: Photo courtesy of Morgan Pile Before coming to Hackley, Learning Specialist Morgan Pile worked as a learning specialist at the Dalton School in New York City and ran her own academic firm. Ms. Pile urges students to reach out to her if they need any tips on how to improve their learning and study habits. Students can always email Ms. Pile to schedule a meeting or find her in Learning Center, where she has drop-in hours every morning from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

New Learning Specialist Morgan Pile Brings Entrepreneurial Background and Enthusiasm to the Learning Center

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2025
Sophomore Alex Nuzum goes up for a layup in an intense game against their rival, Poly Prep. The Boys' Varsity Basketball team had a tight game, ending in a 67-58 loss.

[Photo] Community and Competition on Display at Winter Sting

By Sarah Barsanti, Sports Editor
February 25, 2025
Credit: Photo courtesy of Ava Derby Ava shot her EP cover with her producer, who came up with the idea of adding golden tears to her face since many of the songs are sad. Ava said that much of her songwriting is based on hypothetical scenarios and not necessarily her real life, and is a form of storytelling.

Senior Ava Derby Showcases her Musical Passion Through Debut EP

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2025
Colonel Trevor Hill wrestled and played soccer and lacrosse during his time on the Hilltop. He mentioned that taking advantage of athletics at Hackley is important, especially for someone who wants to enter the military. He also recommends making use of the writing skills taught at Hackley, and shouted out his former English teacher, Anne Siviglia, who still teaches English classes on the Hilltop.

Bret Lowry ‘93 and Colonel Trevor Hill ‘93 Share Military Experiences in Honor of Veteran’s Day

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2024
"Romeo + Juliet" is playing at the Circle in the Square Theatre in Manhattan. There was a line around the block about 40 minutes before the show that moved pretty quickly. Inside the theater, there were concessions and merchandise.

Classic is Seamlessly Mixed With Contemporary in Broadway’s “Romeo + Juliet”

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2024
How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election

How Digital Media Plays a Key Role in the Presidential Election

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024
Clubs were divided into three categories: community building, community passion, and community engagement. The Hispanic/Latinx Culture Club, JCK Foundation: Hackley Legends, and the AAPI club are all categorized in community building, and thus grouped together at the club fair. Seniors Samantha Reyes and Lilo Haidara are co-founders of the Hispanic/Latinx Culture Club, while senior Fernanda Paz and junior Ben Iaderosa are co-leaders.

Tables of Opportunity

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2024
Ms. Fuller started her presentation by showing images from her time at Hackley. She talked about her experiences after her time on the Hilltop, and how she eventually started to work with non-profit organizations. Ms. Fuller starred in a mini documentary called Mardi and the Whites that highlights her experience being a Black woman in the White Mountains.

Mountaineering Through Racial Equity

By Rebecca Ingles, Editor-in-Chief
May 29, 2024
From Rome to Inside Your Brain

From Rome to Inside Your Brain

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
April 12, 2024
Going Head-to-Head: A Review of Different Headphones

Going Head-to-Head: A Review of Different Headphones

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
February 23, 2024
Source: Paramount Pictures https://www.meangirls.com/gallery/

That’s So Fetch! A Review of “Mean Girls”

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
February 8, 2024
Junior Lucia Butterfield wraps a gift at her wrapping station with all the gift wrapping essentials: various rolls of paper, bows, tape, scissors, and name tags. Most students worked their own table, wrapping many different gifts, while others sat with kids and babies of the parents picking out gifts. The students volunteered at Neighbor's Link Yonkers location at Dayspring Community Center.

Academics in Action: Post-AP Spanish Takes Service-Learning Trip to Neighbors Link

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
January 22, 2024
Yankee Stadium in October 2022.

Devastation in the Dugout to Hope for Home-runs

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
January 17, 2024
I attended the Eras Tour on Friday, May 26th, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the first of three shows here. She performed her three hour long setlist, including the surprise songs "Maroon" from "Midnights" and "Getaway Car" from "Reputation" with Jack Antonoff, who co-wrote and co-produced the song with Swift. Swift wears bright red colors and a black bodysuit during her "Reputation" set.

Music Industry to Economy: How Beyoncé and Taylor Swift’s Tours Shook the Economy All Over the World

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
January 2, 2024
History teacher Michael Bass shows students and faculty a map in the Lindsay Room. Throughout the presentation, various maps and timelines were shown to students, with explanations given by Mr. Klimenko and Mr. Bass. Students and faculty attended the round table, listening attentively to the presentation.

History Department Hosts Israel/Gaza Roundtable

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
November 21, 2023
Not much is changing in the world of the ACT now that the test makers are piloting a digital version in December of 2023.

The ACT Goes Online

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
October 20, 2023
Changes to This Year's Schedule

Changes to This Year’s Schedule

By Rebecca Ingles, Opinion Editor
September 29, 2023
Ms. Jean Announces She Will Be Staying On the Hilltop

Ms. Jean Announces She Will Be Staying On the Hilltop

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
June 2, 2023
Three students' AIs are pictured here, each with their own unique customization. While all MyAIs have the same background, each user customized the name, outfit, and avatar of their AI. One student pictured here gave their AI a monocle and named it "Alfred."

Snapchat Launches New OpenAI Feature: MyAI

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
May 31, 2023
Students and faculty gathered in the Lindsay Room and made friendship bracelets inspired by Taylor Swift. Taylor Swift's music was played throughout the party to celebrate her accomplishments as an artist, and the variety of songs in her discography.

Upper School Students and Faculty Host Taylor Swift Friendship Bracelet Making Party

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023
On March 14, 2018, Hackley hosted a walkout in response to lives that had been lost in the Parkland Shooting. Students and faculty gathered on Akin Common for 34 seconds of silence, to honor the 34 killed and injured in the shooting.

Opinion: We Need to Implement More Gun Safety Laws

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
March 17, 2023
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[Photo] Opinion: Tips From A Senior — Preparing for College Applications

February 14, 2023
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[Photo] Opinion: Tips From A Senior — Preparing for College Applications

By Bella Wasserman, Editor in Chief
February 14, 2023
Ms. Jean Announces Her Departure from Hackley School

Ms. Jean Announces Her Departure from Hackley School

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
February 1, 2023
Blocking the Ball

Blocking the Ball

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
January 9, 2023
Sophomore Isabella Barriera works on her English project in the library, her water bottle next to her. Every year, HEAL passes out these water bottles to the freshmen so everyone has access to a reusable water bottle.

HEAL Initiative – Reusable Water Bottles

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
November 29, 2022
Head of School Mike Wirtz recently announced that he will be leaving at the end of the '22-'23 school year.

This Year is Mr. Wirtz’s Final Year as Head of School

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
Freshmen Spencer Flaxman and Isaac Price spent time at sleepaway camp in Maine doing many activities like camping and hiking.

What Did Hackley Do This Summer?

By Rebecca Ingles, Staff Writer
September 21, 2022
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