By Grace Lewis ’20 Editor-in-Chief In an effort to strengthen Mercersburg Academy’s community, the school has given students the opportunity to share their personal stories during school meetings. Birdy McDonnell ’20 is…
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Say ‘Hello’
By Carina Cole ’22 News Reporter The importance of saying “Hello.” Selina Xue ‘20 used this idea to emphasize the rich knowledge that can come from taking a small risk. Xue talked…
The Main men
By Andrew Yuen ’21 News Reporter Standing upon the hill, in all its glory, is Main Hall. As Mercersburg Academy’s oldest dormitory, it continues to define itself as the ultimate boys dorm….
This is me… Isonah
Isonah Dlodlo ’22 News Reporter “Hi, my name is Isonah. I am from…” This seemingly basic statement is not as easy for me to complete as you might think. Due to my…
Battle of the murals
By Emma Shuford ’22 News Reporter If you happened to find yourself walking to class by the quad at Mercersburg Academy on October 24, you likely came across seniors gathered around tall…
Jesus in King: Kanye West a man of God
By Farah Yahaya ’21, News Reporter Kanye West – rapper, song-writer, father, husband and musical genius is one of the most influential artists of the 21 century. Embarking on his artistic journey…
A life depicted in color
By Margaret Betkowski ’21, News Reporter Whether you have been to every dance concert since the beginning of your career at Mercersburg or if you’ve yet to see one, you’re sure to…
A golden era legacy
By Khoa Nugyen ’23, Sports Editor Dwight Goldthorpe graduated from Mercersburg Academy in 1937. However, graduation was not the end of his engagement with the Mercersburg community. Goldthorpe consistently made financial support…
Mercersburg Football: Playoff Edition
By Sophie Kransy ’20, News Reporter On Saturday October 26, the football team made Mercersburg history: it was the first team ever to represent Mercersburg Academy in play-offs. The game was a…
Frost with a side of macchiato
By Katrina Lovegren ’21, News Reporter One North in its short existence has become a significant slice of the community and lifestyle at Mercersburg Academy. Whether you go on a Sunday afternoon…