Arts and Tech – Page 3 – The Edition GA

CompSci curriculum modifications directed toward new demographic

7Jun

Vihaan Patel '28No Comments

CompSci curriculum modifications directed toward new demographic

Mr. Ryan Baber, the Computer Science Department Head, and Ms. Gaby Russomagno, the Director of Innovation, have worked hard developing new curriculum modifications, with the aspiration of inspiring students who have not experienced the world of computer science. “I think we had no problem attracting students who kind of already know programming or already know […]

Belfry’s production of Mamma Mia nominated for seven Philadelphia Independence Awards through strong preparation

7Jun

Maya Soffer '28No Comments

Belfry’s production of Mamma Mia nominated for seven Philadelphia Independence Awards through strong preparation

Belfry’s latest production of “Mamma Mia” has been nominated for seven Philadelphia Independence awards. Leading actresses Gianna Mooney ‘25 and Lauren Sass ‘26 put hard work into the musical along with the rest of Belfry leading to these nominations. “It’s really exciting that our company is getting honored in that way,” Sass said. It’s just […]

Aspiring artists to travel to New York on GAXP Trip

6Jun

Zoe Brownstein '28

Sophie Sun '28No Comments

Aspiring artists to travel to New York on GAXP Trip

From June 22 to 26, 2025, several art students from across grade divisions will embark on a trip to New York City through Germantown Academy’s Experience (GAXP) program. The trip, led by Mr. Bayard Templeton and Ms. Anne Esposito, will allow students to explore various art forms and gain insight into the world of professional […]

Belfry Club presents production of “Mamma Mia!”

27Apr

Misimi Owolabi '25No Comments

Belfry Club presents production of “Mamma Mia!”

Germantown Academy’s Belfry Club will be presenting its highly anticipated spring musical “Mamma Mia!” on March 7, March 8, and March 9 in the Art Center. Featuring the popular music of ABBA, “Mamma Mia!” follows the journey of Sophie Sheridan, a young woman preparing for her wedding while trying to discover the identity of her […]

Accomplished musicians participate in Districts

9Apr

Eliza Yu '28

Sophie Sun '28No Comments

Accomplished musicians participate in Districts

In December, several students auditioned for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) ensembles, and some earned spots in the District Orchestra and Band. On Jan. 8-10, Jianna Kim ‘25 and Dominic Perazza ‘25 participated in the District Orchestra and qualified for regionals. Umang Mittal ‘25 and Arthur Hu ‘26, as well as Kim and Perazza, […]

9Apr

Hannah Greenfield '25No Comments

Robotics Update

After school during the winter, Germantown Academy’s Upper School students convene in the Beard Center for Innovation for Robotics. Students from varying grade levels collaborate in groups to design a robot for the VEX Robotics Competition, presented as a challenge they must complete to the best of their abilities. This year’s challenge is called “High […]

McPhillips and McLean Make Original Music

8Apr

Zoe Shu '26No Comments

McPhillips and McLean Make Original Music

Outside of their professional careers, English teacher Ms. Kara McPhillips and counselor Mr. Jibri Mr. McLean produce their own music. In Ms. McPhillips’ current band, Tell Me Monday, and in Mr. McLean’s solo work, they each work to write, sing and perform original songs. Ms. McPhillips has had a love of music for much of […]

7Apr

Saanvi BayireddiNo Comments

A Preview of Oscars 2025

This year, the 97th Academy Awards (the Oscars) will be held on March 2. Hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien, the ceremony will acknowledge achievements in filmmaking for movies released in 2024. The awards are presented over 23 categories, with five major categories being Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor and Best Actress. The […]

5Apr

Rebecca Rong '26

Aidan Gor '25No Comments

New App Enhances The Edition

For the first time in school history, Germantown Academy’s student-led newspaper, The Edition, will be accessible through a mobile app. The Edition is one of the oldest student-led newspapers in the country, producing content that ranges from school-wide to world-wide contexts. In the past, the organization has published anywhere between five to seven tangible newspapers […]

Every student helps shape GA’s “Mind, Body and Heart” mural

13Jan

Zoe Brownstein '28No Comments

Every student helps shape GA’s “Mind, Body and Heart” mural

With the construction of the contemporary Health and Wellness Center, a gaping blue wall has been left untouched next to the nurses’ office. However, this is about to change. Led by GA alum Mr. Daniel Lipshutz ‘08, the wall will be transformed into a stunning mural created with the theme “Mind, Body and Heart.” “Thousands […]