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Helen Liang competes for speech nationals

15Feb

Roma Reddy ' 25No Comments

Helen Liang competes for speech nationals

Helen Liang ‘25 has pushed her way into the field of speech competition and is on a very successful winning streak. Starting in her freshman year, Liang became interested in speech through the initial speech recruitment meeting. Accompanied by a friend, she saw former speech captains putting on a rendition of Star Wars in the […]

GA celebrates Black History Month led by BSA

13Feb

Sanya Bandekar '25No Comments

GA celebrates Black History Month led by BSA

Black History Month takes place in the month of February and is dedicated to highlighting and celebrating the contributions of African Americans throughout American history. It also serves as a celebration of culture and black excellence. As this month is observed across the country, GA’s Black Student Association (BSA) plans to bring awareness and celebrate […]

GA Valentine’s Day traditions divide community

5Feb

Aidan Gor '25

Utsav Mittal '25

Larry ZhanNo Comments

GA Valentine’s Day traditions divide community

From the start of the New Year until Feb. 14, pink and red streamers line the endless pharmacy aisles that are packed with chocolate roses, greeting cards adorned with hearts, and boxes of sweets. Are they gifts, symbols, and gestures of love, or simply the tacky products of the marketing schemes of these large companies? […]

Justin Kemp ‘24 publishes two novelettes before age of 17

19Dec

Bri Katz '26No Comments

Justin Kemp ‘24 publishes two novelettes before age of 17

Senior Justin Kemp has recently published two books, becoming one of the youngest authors in Germantown Academy history. Kemp’s first graphic novel, Dear, includes stories of individuals suffering from mental health, and his second book Dear, Before The End, addresses similar topics. Kemp has already begun filming a movie for his book Dear. For this […]

Rich’s Deli remains fixture of GA community after 45 years

19Dec

Angie Wang '24No Comments

Rich’s Deli remains fixture of GA community after 45 years

Every Thursday during lunch, senior Nate Chang and his friends walk just off campus to Rich’s Deli where they continue a tradition of eating cheesesteaks and a two-dollar pickle from Rich’s. “It’s a gathering place for us,” Chang said. “There’s a couple of tables outside, and we just sit outside, eat and have a lot […]

GA Forms a Connection Between Mr. and Mrs. Martin

19Dec

Ava Dalton '26No Comments

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, […]

GA students’ favorite winter beverages showcase diverse tastes

18Dec

Vincent Zhou '26No Comments

GA students’ favorite winter beverages showcase diverse tastes

As days grow shorter and a crisp chill fills the air, the season of winter arrives accompanied by its own special charm. The following months bring with them a unique set of traditions and comforts, and for many, it’s all about the beverages that warm both hearts and spirits. “Hot chocolate is the perfect drink,” […]

Entrepreneur CC Leoni ‘24 manages swimwear business Swim Culture

17Dec

Bryce Presley '26No Comments

Entrepreneur CC Leoni ‘24 manages swimwear business Swim Culture

CC Leoni ‘24 has been a part of the GA swim team for four years. Beyond this, most people do not know that Leoni has her own business with her younger sister Joie Leoni ‘26, named Swim Culture. They started this business together in 2020, selling swimwear, towels, blankets and similar apparel. “What inspired me […]

Seniors visit New York City on annual trip

16Dec

Zoe Shu '26

Chloe ZhouNo Comments

Seniors visit New York City on annual trip

The Senior Trip to New York City offers more than just the classic selfies taken atop the Rockefeller Center Observation Deck – it kickstarts a long list of fun events for the senior class. Filled with bonding activities, unique destinations and the liveliness of NYC, this day trip is one of the major highlights for […]

Annual CSO Holiday Drive brings community together in holiday spirit

14Dec

Ashley Wang '26No Comments

Annual CSO Holiday Drive brings community together in holiday spirit

Each year, CSO organizes the Holiday Drive to encourage students of different grade levels to bring in donations to various children’s charities. This year, the event will be held during the Holiday Program on the morning of Dec. 19. But the holiday season isn’t just about gifts, and the CSO Holiday Drive isn’t simply a […]