Features

‘Tis the season of giving at Germantown Academy. As the festivities grow nearer, the lingering question about presents and gifts starts popping up in everyone’s minds. Not only is the festive morale circulating through the school, but it also spreads to communities outside of Germantown Academy thanks to GA’s Community Service Organization (CSO). Under the […]

Ms. Rebecca Pizzino is a part-time biology teacher and part-time beekeeper. Her role in GA extends further than what most students think: the bees which live outside of Galloway’s House lounge don’t take care of themselves, Ms. Pizzino ensures the hives are functioning properly in all rain, sun, snow and if cats and dogs are […]

Upper School history teacher Dr. Mark Rabuck is an avid cosplaying fan and has cosplayed at Germantown Academy. Cosplaying is a family activity of his as sometimes his daughter and him dress up and cosplay together.   Dr. Rabuck has been cosplaying for a long time. Cosplaying, slang for costume and play, is the practice of […]

The school store is an important part of the Upper School, and almost every student visits the school store during their time at GA. Run by Ms. Heather DelGrande, the school store has become a convenient location for students to purchase snacks and drinks on the go, as well as purchase school merchandise and gear.   […]

As we approach winter break, the GA community is gearing up for holiday traditions and more. Starting from Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 6, winter break is two weeks long. During this time, students and faculty enjoy going on vacation, spending time with family and relaxing before school starts up again.  Ms. Diane Goldstein, Upper […]

At GA, English teachers are not only inspiring students with their passion for literature in the classroom, but also making their own mark in the literary world through their own projects that extend far beyond our schools walls.  One example is Mr. Daniel Keefe. When he has free time, Mr. Keefe writes poetry. He has […]

Beth Kander’s ideal day looks a lot like something out of a screenwriter’s Pinterest board, swirling with steaming coffee mugs, the muted ambience of a busy coffee shop and the quiet rhythm of typing up a new story. Her reality, though, often looks a little different.   “My ideal writing day is in a coffee shop […]

As the winter season approaches, Philadelphia becomes a city brimming with festive cheer and historic charm. Whether it’s ice skating beneath the tall buildings of City Hall, taking in a classical performance of “The Nutcracker” or enjoying seasonaopping at neighboring markets, Philadelphia ensures something unique for everyone to enjoy during the holidays.  The feeling of […]

On Saturdays at Hatfield Ice Rink, Ashley Wang ‘26 can be seen gliding gracefully over the ice, performing elaborate spins, jumps and more as she hones her figure skating ability on a medium many people can barely move ten feet upright on.  “For me, skating is really artistic,” Wang said. “Obviously it’s also a form […]

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.