Meet McCaskey English Language and Seminar Teacher Mr. White

For thousands of years, children have received education through schools. As millennia passed, one common theme within education became clear: great teachers are of the utmost importance. From the likes of Socrates and Aristotle, great teachers produce both unique ideas and intelligent thinkers. It should go without saying that every student, regardless of socioeconomic status, deserves a great teacher. It just so happens that one … Continue reading Meet McCaskey English Language and Seminar Teacher Mr. White

McCaskey Has a Bathroom Problem

On the surface, McCaskey is a great school—and that’s because it is! McCaskey offers over 50 advanced courses and 30 student-run clubs. There is an opportunity for every student to succeed. However, there is one lingering problem at McCaskey that remains unsolved. McCaskey has a bathroom problem. To start, it is key to discuss the need for safe bathrooms at McCaskey. According to a study … Continue reading McCaskey Has a Bathroom Problem

Heated Rivalry: The Show that Took the World by Storm

By: Sofia Escudero On November 28th, an episode of a new hockey show which explores queer identities was released on the streaming network Crave. This show, Heated Rivalry, took the internet by storm. Heated Rivalry (HR) is a live adaption of the books written by Rachel Reid, which follows two hockey stars and their rivalry-turned love story. The show has given a boost to the … Continue reading Heated Rivalry: The Show that Took the World by Storm

I read 25 books in December—here are my top 5 picks

By Gabriel Brogan If you’re reading this article, you probably enjoy reading on some level. I sure do. So much so that I challenged myself, somewhat misguidedly, to read 30 books in the month of December. While my final tally was only 25, I still came away with some great recommendations for your next read.  For the historical fiction fans, Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart … Continue reading I read 25 books in December—here are my top 5 picks

All About McCaskey’s 2024 Fall Play: ‘Anne of the Thousand Days’

By Ada Kessler Many new and exciting things are coming with McCaskey’s 2024 fall play, Anne of the Thousand Days. The fall play is always a great experience for actors and viewers alike, but there are a few extra special things about the fall play this year.  For the first time ever, our fall play will be part of the Apollo Awards! The Hershey Theatre … Continue reading All About McCaskey’s 2024 Fall Play: ‘Anne of the Thousand Days’

Why is BookTok So Annoying?

By Sidney Brant TikTok is a terrifying platform. Users of the app often acknowledge this with the caveat that yes, it sucks the life out of you and makes any long-term task impossible without a Subway surfers video playing in the background, but it can expose you to so much unique, interesting media that you otherwise wouldn’t have discovered.  There are communities formed fully online … Continue reading Why is BookTok So Annoying?

The Lost Art of Reading Books

It’s no secret that people are reading less; books and articles have become passe and unstimulating amidst the overwhelming barrage of content that is invariably at our fingertips. Teens and even young children are opting for more short-form online content that can be consumed passively, rather than actively reading books for fun.  The decline in reading has left children and young adults with smaller vocabularies, … Continue reading The Lost Art of Reading Books