Have you ever wanted to go parachuting? Hang gliding? Or maybe ziplining? Over the past few months, there has been buzz about many new electives that will be available in the fall of 2019, such as the Community Engagement and Service Learning, or the Fundamentals of Chess elective. But another option, one that has had…
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Coming Soon to an Advisory Near You…
Do you recall putting away a school Chromebook sometime in the past few years? Chances are that you do and that you’ve done it wrong. Our administration has dutifully slaved away day after day rearranging the wires and readjusting the Chromebooks so that the following day, your Chromebooks will be charged and ready to go…
After Vape Detectors, What’s Next?
In response to the success of the newly installed vape detectors, the administration has unveiled a second project. Over quarter four, assuming success with grant applications, MHS will unveil state of the art Pheremonal Predetection Devices, colloquially known as BO detectors. A pilot device, installed last Thursday in the gym bathrooms, has already provided meaningful…
Latest Attempt to Combat Vaping Spreads to Popular MHS A Cappella Group
Recently, Marblehead High School’s co-ed a capella group has been causing some dissonance amongst administrators. The group, which is known for its members’ colorful ties, a yearly rendition of Cecelia, and for being “tied together since 2003,” has come under criticism for inappropriate conduct– more specifically, in relation to vaping. Maryann Perry, Superintendent of Marblehead…
Apply for RYLA 2019!
Calling all sophomores and juniors! The Rotary International Organization invites you to apply for this year’s Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), a weekend leadership conference! For three days this May, participants can engage in indoor and outdoor activities that promote teamwork and foster lifelong leadership. Taking place in the supportive environment of Camp Glen Brook,…
Where’s the Break in School Break?
This past week, all students and teachers enjoyed time away from the walls of Marblehead High School. Some embarked on vacations with their families, while others opted for a “staycation” at home. The general consensus among all, however, was that we really needed a break. It’s customary for teachers to schedule tests on the days…
ALICE Training at Marblehead High School
Marblehead High School has decided to participate in a training program called ALICE, which is supposed to train faculty and students about how to react in the case of a school shooting. The acronym “ALICE” stands for the actions that the procedure entails; Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate. The acronym is not meant to be…
New Snow Day Policy
Almost everyone will agree, snow days are great. On December 5, it was voted to start a new program called “Distance Learning Days.” The program will be tested on the second and third days canceled due to inclement weather this year. The goal of this program is to stop adding extra days of school at…
Rest Your Mind
There’s a plague going around the high school, and it’s not pretty. Everyone seems to have the sniffles, a cough, a sore throat, or a headache. Last weekend, I was struck with the plague, feeling fluey and fatigued. As an extremely active person, sitting in bed all day is not my cup of tea. So,…
All You Need to Know About the MHS Math Team
The Marblehead High School Math Team is about half-way through its six-meet season. I had the opportunity to interview Ms. Waitkevich, one of the math team coaches, about what goes into running the math team. She also answered questions about the math team that will inform people about the competitions. Q: How many people are…