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Arts & Culture, Campus Life

What is ‘Burning Glass’? An introduction to our school’s literary magazine

By Mitchell Copeland Before you get confused by the name, no, this isn’t a welding club. McCaskey’s literary Magazine, Burning Glass, started at McCaskey in the 1960’s, before it changed its name in the 70’s. The name comes from the large lens used to place light on a small area in order to heat up a subject. The name describes how the magazine sheds light … Continue reading What is ‘Burning Glass’? An introduction to our school’s literary magazine

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Campus Life

McCaskey’s “Burning Class” Literary Magazine is Out Now

In room D115, McCaskey’s literary magazine showcasing student work, mainly art, photography, and writing, comes to life.  This magazine is called Burning Glass and one issue is produced during each school year with the help of the Literary Magazine Production Class and Burning Glass club.  The newest volume of Burning Glass, volume 54, is being sold for $5 for students and $10 for teachers. You … Continue reading McCaskey’s “Burning Class” Literary Magazine is Out Now

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Arts & Culture

Amanda Gorman’s New Book is a Necessary “Message in a Bottle”

Our Testimony. This book is a message in a bottle. This book is a letter. This book does not let up. This book is awake. This book is a wake. For what is a record but a reckoning? The capsule captured?  A repository, An ark articulated? & the poet, the preserver Of ghosts & gains, Our demons & dreams, Our haunts & hopes. Here’s to … Continue reading Amanda Gorman’s New Book is a Necessary “Message in a Bottle”

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