Summer reading changes aim to increase student participation
Kailey Tracy, Copy Editor
December 16, 2011
On Tuesday, Dec. 13, three students and two faculty members sat in the library classroom with one goal in mind: to formulate a summer reading program that would appeal to the majority of students and increase school-wide involvement. Although the meeting was advertised in the Daily Bulletin, three students,... Read more »
Rugby hopes for successful season
Imani Love, Sports Editor
March 4, 2011
The rugby team began practicing in the freezing cold, twice a week the week of Feb. 8, prior to when the season actually starts. They hope to bring a different attitude to the new season. “I want to create a positive relationship with my team this year,” senior captain Brett Prochazka said.... Read more »
“Head start” program hopes to diminish senior year stress
Katie Clarke, Features Editor
April 6, 2010
It’s nearing 11 p.m. on October 31, the night before senior Michelle Murphy’s college applications are due. Senior year has been stressful enough already between her final Spirit Week, developing a senior project idea, and the challenge of AP and honors classes. As Murphy proofreads her application... Read more »
Students, teachers react to “State of the School” address
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor; Mollyann Pais, Photo Editor; Gabby Joseph, Copy Editor; Charlotte Hagerman, Copy Editor; Alex Bahr, Copy Editor
April 3, 2010
Students and teachers on campus react to President Richard O’Hara’s “State of the School” address. ”Facilities well maintained with plan for future” “It does look cleaner. [However], I don’t look around and say ‘there’s one less piece of trash.’ [In addition], the bathrooms seem... Read more »
Summer programs initiated to aid college-bound seniors
Caitie Beth Shauck, Promotions Manager
March 8, 2010
In order to curb confusion seniors have about college applications, the Guidance Department will sponsor an “Application Bootcamp.” The “bootcamp” will be held for rising seniors on August 30, the day before school starts. The program is free and will last for three hours. Guidance counselor... Read more »
JC students explore the art of yoga
Alex Bahr, Copy Editor
February 20, 2010
Every Tuesday, from 3-4 p.m., the Brown Room is transformed into a room of meditation when approximately 50 students imitate the yoga positions of moderators English teacher Eric Sutton and science teacher Rebecca Siegel. Yoga Club, which, according to Sutton, started as a “silly homage”... Read more »
New cameras reinforce campus safety
Collin Hoofnagle, News Editor; Taylor Schafer, Features Editor
February 1, 2010
As part of a plan to increase campus security, 16 new security cameras were installed across the campus during Christmas break. “This is a driving force to make kids safer,” said Dean of Students Thomas Vierheller. This addition doubles the count of security cameras on campus to 32. The cameras are... Read more »
On a side note
Katelynn Colgain, Editorials Editor
January 31, 2010
Finally, the school has recognized the art of yoga. I myself discovered yoga through my mother, who has been doing it for several months now. It is one of the most relaxing, yet challenging forms of exercise that I’ve ever done. I did thirty minutes of yoga after one of my runs and I felt absolutely... Read more »
Editor digs for “gold” answers
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
November 30, 2009
The “Gold” mystery was as addictive as the drug it is centered around. The second I spotted the signs one Monday morning, I was intrigued. Burning with journalistic fire, Managing Editor Jenny Hottle and I went to the main office to try and find their source, and were directed to guidance counselor... Read more »
‘Gold’ initiative unveiled
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
November 16, 2009
Three weeks after “Gold” signs first graced the hallways, puzzling students and faculty members alike, the initiative has been revealed. The “Gold” program is part of a “national, federally funded social norms” campaign, according to member of the Drug Control Policy Office Joe Ryan, class... Read more »