Ava Dalton ’26 – The Edition GA

3Nov

Ava Dalton '26No Comments

GA’s shift to paper based materials

For the 2024-2025 school year, GA transitioned back to primarily using paper-based materials in the classroom. In past school years, teachers have prioritized the use of technology for both in-class instruction and homework, meaning this transition marks a sharp change in the school environment. Ultimately, I strongly believe that the shift to physical paper resources […]

Superfan Tradition Lives On Through Four New Leaders

3Jun

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Superfan Tradition Lives On Through Four New Leaders

The tradition of GA Superfans continues into the 2024-2025 school year! This year’s superfans were Madison Destefano ‘24 and Izzy Casey ‘24. Next year, the leadership positions will be taken over by Eddie McGettigan ‘25, Liv Reynolds ‘25, Flinn Brooks ‘25, and Gabby Bowes ‘25. This upcoming school year, GA has made the huge decision […]

Mr. Frank Van Atta departs from choir program

30May

Bri Katz '26

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Mr. Frank Van Atta departs from choir program

MAESTRO OF MELODY: Choir Director Mr. Frank Van Atta leads the Upper School 1759 Singing Patriots in a vocal warmup exercise to start class in his final month at GA. Photo Courtesy of Jazziah Manning

Rob Eppinger embraces heritage through dance

15Apr

Bri Katz '26

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Rob Eppinger embraces heritage through dance

From the time he was three years old, Rob Eppinger ‘25 has enjoyed practicing and performing his German dancing for others. “It’s fun and feels great to see how much people enjoy our entertainment,” Eppinger said. Eppinger has devoted much of his life to the style of German dance The Schuhplattler. It is a traditional […]

Katy Perry Leaves Primetime TV Show American Idol

1Apr

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Katy Perry Leaves Primetime TV Show American Idol

Pop star Katy Perry has recently announced she will be leaving the singing contest show, “American Idol.” Although she has been a judge on the popular show for seven years, she has recently decided it would be best for her to focus on her personal singing and music career. Perry has been on the show […]

18Mar

Bri Katz '26

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Rob Eppinger embraces heritage through dance

From the time he was three years old, Rob Eppinger ‘25 has enjoyed practicing and performing his German dancing for others. “It’s fun and feels great to see how much people enjoy our entertainment,” Eppinger said. Eppinger has devoted much of his life to the style of German dance The Schuhplattler. It is a traditional […]

GA’s new sports podcast gains popularity

24Feb

Bryce Presley '26

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GA’s new sports podcast gains popularity

Every day, Athletic Director Tim Ginter comes to GA and records conversations with both coaches and students about the future of GA athletics. “I think it’s been going well,” Mr. Ginter said. “It was born out of two things: the first is information. People seem to be generally interested.” Mr. Ginter started the Patriot Playbook, […]

20Feb

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GA Revives Ski Club Tradition

This winter, GA students plan to hit the slopes. Students Adrian Diem ‘25 and Madison Kerest ‘24 created GA’s new ski club. Student leaders Diem and Kerest decided to restart the ski club in the Upper School because they missed the Middle School club and knew that the new ski club would attract attention because […]

GA Forms a Connection Between Mr. and Mrs. Martin

19Dec

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GA Forms a Connection Between Mr. and Mrs. Martin

Each day, Mr. Dave Martin wakes up and comes to GA to teach physical education and coach golf. Similarly, Mrs. Laura Martin wakes up and comes to GA to work in the Admissions Office. Both Mr. and Mrs. Martin have shed some light on the experience working together at GA. “It [is] really a very, […]

15Dec

Bri Katz '26

Ava Dalton '26

Bryce Presley '26No Comments

GA’s Debate on Holiday Music

There is an ongoing debate around holiday music and when is the appropriate time to listen. The students and faculty at GA had a lot to say about the issue. After a series of interviews with GA students and faculty, 43% voted that the appropriate time to listen to holiday music is after Halloween while […]