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Exchange participants find American influence in Spain
Posted on March 10, 2010
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Written by Elizabeth Tauber, In-Depth Editor

While I was sitting in the car, listening to my exchange student and her mother speaking back and forth in Spanish, it was comforting to hear the popular song “Tik Tok” by Ke$ha on the radio.  I found it surprising how... Read more »

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Editor experiences culture clash in Spain
Posted on March 6, 2010
Posted in Features, Off Campus

Written by Jenny Hottle, Managing Editor

After stepping off the bus, my American classmates and I were instantly surrounded by a mob of rapidly-speaking Spanish teenagers.  Our old Spanish exchange friends were present, as well as Spaniards we had never met before.  In... Read more »

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Senior class nears end of college process
Posted on March 3, 2010
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Written by Charlotte Hagerman, Copy Editor

Every year, high school seniors take a deep breath of relief after finishing their painstaking applications to college, finally wiping their hands of the dreaded “college process.” But this momentary emotional respite is soon rudely... Read more »

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Barker pursues doctorate at Penn
Posted on March 1, 2010
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Written by Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

Two hours after leaving the University of Pennsylvania, Principal Paul Barker returns home from three full days of classes. He relaxes at his desk for a second, then picks up a book, ready to start on the next month’s assignments. Balancing... Read more »

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Kirchner explores art of baking
Posted on February 25, 2010
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Written by Joey Hoff, Managing Editor

Junior Tara Murtagh was beaming as her English class sang her “Happy Birthday” and junior Meg Kirchner distributed the chocolate fudge cake that she baked for Murtagh the night before. “When it’s someone’s birthday, it’s... Read more »

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Board of Trustees: Special Roles
Posted on February 21, 2010
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Written by Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

“The Patriot” will break down the Board of Trustees’ history, role, importance, and goals over the coming weeks. President Richard O’Hara said, “There is always a need in schools to demystify the Board and their role and... Read more »

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Board of Trustees: Committees
Posted on February 15, 2010
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Written by Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

“The Patriot” will break down the Board of Trustees’ history, role, importance, and goals over the coming weeks. President Richard O’Hara said, “There is always a need in schools to demystify the Board and their role and... Read more »

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College Profile: Michigan State University
Posted on February 11, 2010
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Written by Gabby Joseph, Copy Editor

English teacher Eric Sutton, while attending Michigan State University, walked up to his house to find all of his furniture on fire. One of his roommates, after Michigan State’s basketball team lost in the NCAA Men’s Division... Read more »

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Vido to host fifth annual Author’s Dinner
Posted on February 7, 2010
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Written by Kirby Browning, Copy Editor

Four out of five weekdays, French teacher Jennifer Vido rushes from her classroom at JC straight to St. Margaret’s Elementary School to pick up her kids. In addition, she is an aspiring author and spokesperson for the Arthritis... Read more »

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Fell’s Point provides unique weekend destinations
Posted on January 27, 2010
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Written by Nicky Hatzidimitriou, General Staff

When thinking about Baltimore, the mind sees one of two things: the high crime rate of a city in constant conflict, or a tourist attraction for people who have an affinity for science or sea creatures. Overlooked are the true treasures... Read more »

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