Exploring Doodling’s Dual Purposes
Bernadette Whitely and Julia Blum
December 20, 2018
Filed under ARTS & CULTURE, Artwork @ Blake, TOP STORIES
Many students have different methods to keep focused in a activities such as a long class discussion or a test. These mannerisms become automatic and natural to many students. Molly Liston ‘22, explains that doodling in class can help her stay focused especially if the doodle has to do with the topic i...
Leisure reading declining
Emily Carlisle, Staff Writer
December 2, 2018
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In the past few years, the amount of teens who utilize reading for pleasure has seemingly decreased. According to the American Psychological Association, less than 20% of teens report reading books, magazines or newspapers daily for fun. This sudden decrease prompts the question: Why? According to Ch...
Georgia Haak ’19: Homemade Designer
Eva Berezovsky, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2018
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It’s possible that the outfit you see on Georgia Haak ‘19 in the halls was crafted by Haak herself. No matter where she goes, you can always recognize Haak by her signature thigh-high boots and homemade white T-shirt dresses. “A shirt or dress takes an hour or two [to make]. I like to go to ...
Humans at Blake: Kai Sovell
Sarina Dev, Creative Director
November 30, 2018
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“I want to be somebody who does everything,” explains Kai Sovell ‘19. Both an aspiring artist and scientist, she is strongly influenced by her mixed heritage: her mother Jaye Lee, a music major and pianist, immigrated from Seoul, South Korea when she was 30 years old and her father Chase Sovell g...
Art History Class Revitalized
Caroline Hardy, Student Life Editor
November 29, 2018
Filed under ARTS & CULTURE, TOP STORIES
Officially titled Art Now: 21st Century Art History, the “Art 21” semester class is currently running for the first time in four years. Visual arts faculty Bill Colburn designed the class after his college Art Criticism course. The junior and senior elective class travels a local museum or gallery every...
Brian’s Fantasy Breakdown: Week 13
Brian Brener, Online Columnist
November 29, 2018
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Adam Humphries Despite the strong start in Tampa Bay due to Ryan Fitzpatrick and Deshaun Jackson, the Buccaneers have come back down to earth after the first couple of weeks. With Jameis Winston back at Quarterback, throws have not been as downfield as they were with Fitzpatrick, which has given Humphries a much beeper target share from the slot. Humphries has averaged 17 points per game since week 8 and ...
Mahoney Making Progress in Cancer Treatment
Anna Johns and Kendall Phillips
November 2, 2018
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When strolling through the math wing on an average day, whether leaving lunch or retaking skill quizzes, you may feel a missing presence. Ryan Mahoney, one of upper school math teachers, has been on leave so that he can focus on his health. According to his Caring Bridge site, Mahoney was diagnosed wi...
Pep rally revived, short-lived (Gallery)
Alyssa Story, Managing Editor
October 3, 2018
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Students navigate the road, DMV
Jack Prince, Sci-Tech Editor
September 28, 2018
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The road to getting a driver’s license can feel endless, but after long, hard work comes great reward: the ability to drive alone. Many teenagers desire this privilege as they hope to be more independent, but it doesn’t come easily. The journey starts with Driver’s Ed. Each student is required ...
Understanding purpose of advisory
Zach Marmet, Staff Writer
September 28, 2018
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An often overlooked part of our daily routine is advisory. While some students consider it a waste of time that could be spent doing homework, many teachers and students would argue that it is an integral part of the day. Senior advisor Kate Nichols has been an advisor for nine years and therefore ...
Teaching together
Sara Richardson and Emma Martinez Sutton
September 28, 2018
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As students trudge through the hallways, the amount of energy, thought, and creativity teachers put into classes is often forgotten. Not only do they have to narrow down textbooks, reading material, units, and assignments for multiple courses, but it is an expectation for teachers to collaborate and i...
Newly chartered Drawing at Dawn Club seeks members
Madelyn Besikof, Contributing Writer
September 28, 2018
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The Drawing at Dawn club is hoping to build membership and spread the of message of inclusivity in the arts. Maddy Florida ‘20 entered Blake in ninth grade from Central Middle School in Eden Prairie. There, she greatly enjoyed the teacher-run art club that gave her a place to relax. Florida real...