Friday Five

Once last period rolls around, many remote students have their cameras off, but not Senior Margot Pierce. Margot is fully engaged in each  of her classes, no matter what period it is. While it may seem trivial, this small action says a lot about Margot’s character. If you’ve ever had a class with Margot, you know that oftentimes, if not every time, she is the most active student in the roo...

If you are in need of information about Tour de France, a good laugh, or a dose of sarcasm, French teacher Heather Song, more commonly known as Madame, is your go-to person.  Although French students miss hearing Roxy the dog and the tune of two trombones played by her two children, Freddy and Julia, in the background of a Google Meet call,  the return of Song to room 040 was very exciting. ...

Carl Carlson. Carl. Carlson.  Carl Carlson is a freshman truly worthy of his fascinating name. When Carl Carlson walks into a room, you know. He’s got an opinion about everything and waxes eloquent (and occasionally not so eloquent) about classes, current events, and whatever’s on his mind, whenever he gets the chance. He’s always looking for a fun time—even in strenuous math and science c...

Nicknamed “DJ Wang” or “Dubs,” English and film teacher Mr. Wanninger is known by his students for his intense hatred of Peeps Marshmallows and his unflinching ability to engage them through storytelling. It might be the origin story of why he hates hollow chocolate bunnies or an update on the squirrels who hang around outside his window, but every day Mr. Wanninger’s hilarious stories ...

Senior Haley Hooke considers herself luck that she and Tegan Heswall are on the "same wavelength." “I mean she’s just super easy to talk to. She listens and she always responds in the right way," senior Haley Hooke said. Tegan's friends agree that she genuinely takes joy in seeing other people happy. The selfless, caring senior is a reliable listener who gives strong advice, senior Syd...