Taryn DiFranco '25

Taryn DiFranco ’25 joined the Edition her freshman year, starting as a staff writer writing various types of articles. In her sophomore year now, she works as a copy editor for the Op-Ed desk, one of three writing managers where she helps new writers, and still as a staff writer. She enjoys writing articles about GA related events and guiding new Edition members to become better writers. She is excited to continue to work with the Edition in the coming years!

GA students experience life across the pond
2Nov Taryn DiFranco '25No Comments

GA students experience life across the pond

BONDS BEYOND BORDERS In June, six members from the GA community participated in the Tranby Exchange program in England. Hugo Simonetti ‘26, Andrew Lough ‘25, Will Anderson ‘25, Finlay Lough ‘25, Luka Rowden ‘25, Katie Martin ‘25, Taryn DiFranco ‘25, Emma Paulus ‘26, Alayna Sanni ‘25, Layla Gentile ‘26, and Phoebe Proudfoot ‘25 (left to right) built lasting friendships and will reunite come October 2024. Photo courtesy of Alayna Sanni ‘25.
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Usher: The Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show
11Mar Nieve Keitel Taryn DiFranco '25No Comments

Usher: The Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show

Super Bowl LVIII was won by the Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The score was 25-22, and the game went into overtime. Many celebrities attended, including Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and more. The halftime show was performed by Usher, who recently released his newest album a few days […]
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Student-Athlete-Athlete?
22Feb Taryn DiFranco '25 Utsav Mittal '25No Comments

Student-Athlete-Athlete?

Athletics are a large part of the Germantown Academy culture. Accordingly, many students are involved on various athletic teams. In fact, many of these student-athletes compete at a very high level in multiple sports across GA’s numerous varsity teams. Being varsity contributors in multiple sports can often create unique athletic experiences promoting physical and mental […]
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New Harriet Tubman three coin set released by US Mint
30Jan Taryn DiFranco '25 Kiran Bagga '25No Comments

New Harriet Tubman three coin set released by US Mint

Three commemorative coins featuring abolitionist and civil rights activist Harriet Tubman were released this past January. These coins paint the story of Harriet Tubman’s lifelong efforts to help enslaved individuals in America. The coins will be under the Harriet Tubman commemorative coin program, which includes $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half-dollar clad coins.  […]
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GA students immersed in art of NYC
5Oct Taryn DiFranco '25No Comments

GA students immersed in art of NYC

One week after graduation, 15 Upper School students and three faculty sponsors took to the streets of New York in a five-day arts-themed trip.  Middle School teacher Mr. Bayard Templeton came up with the idea for this trip after several successful Broadway trips with Middle School students. After hearing about the GAXP program, a program […]
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The Patriots Won’t Fall this Season
20Sep Taryn DiFranco '25 Maria Petko '23No Comments

The Patriots Won’t Fall this Season

As the sun starts to set a little earlier and the weather starts to get a little chillier, it can only mean one thing for GA athletes: fall sports season. The football season began on Aug. 15, while all other fall sports started on Aug. 22. Athletic Director Tim Ginter says he loves “everything about […]
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Exemplifying the GA Mission Through our Very Own Student Voices
11Apr Joseph Richards '23 Taryn DiFranco '25No Comments

Exemplifying the GA Mission Through our Very Own Student Voices

On Friday, March 14, Germantown Academy continued its annual tradition of the Student Voices Assembly, granting Blake Smith ’22, Jack Galloway ’22, Patrick Tronoski ’22, Sangeetha Bhuyan ’22, and Alex Goodridge ’22 the opportunity to share their stories of resilience and how the GA community can learn from their experiences.   Some highlights from the event […]
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