This article this written by Journalism student, Samara Davis. U-32 has many unique programs and experiences that students can participate in. These include the Pilot Program, club fairs, and YES week, or, as it has come to be called,…
Seasonal Depression At U-32
This article is written by Journalism student, Anna Stoner. It’s no secret that seasonal depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects in Northern latitudes more substantially than in other places. According to a Mayo Clinic piece on December 14,…
Availability of Classes At U-32
This article was written by Journalism student Stella Stoufer It’s late January when all the students at U-32 are requesting classes. This is a process months before an upcoming school year, it’s for students to choose the classes…
The U-32 Football Team’s 2023 Season Improvement
This article is written by Journalism student, Rheia Schall. Last year the U-32 Raiders football team ended the season with an overall 1-8 record. After losing a lot of talented seniors, the Raiders did not expect to pull together…
Moments of Music at U-32
This article was written by Anna Stoner, a student in U-32 Journalism class. “He loves music more than anyone I’ve ever met,” said Amy Felice, a senior here at U-32, when talking about ‘Dad Music.’ Dad Music can broadly…
The Effects of U-32 Homecoming
Article written by Samara Davis, a student in the journalism class here at U-32. Now, after U-32’s Homecoming, we should reflect back to the good and the bad. Homecoming is a big event for many schools, and for U-32…
Twinfield’s Community Bike Trails
Article written by Rheia Schall, a student in the journalism class here at U-32. “When you start building a trail, you’re going out and you’re putting shovels to dirt,” said Sarah Galbraith, a community member of Plainfield and Marshfield. …
Principal’s Press Conference, 10/12/23
This article was written by the members of the Journalism class. On Thursday, October 12th, Steven Dellinger-Pate sat down with the Journalism class to answer questions about the most up-and-coming topics around U-32. This is the second article in…
Let’s Talk About Book Bans
This article was written by Stella Stoufer, a sophomore in U-32 Journalism class. Pamphlets found in the library during banned books week. As books get banned all around the world, U-32 continues to keep clean of these bans. Principal Steven…
Principal’s Press Conference 10/12/23
This was a collaborative article written by the members of the journalism class. On Thursday, October 12th, Steven Dellinger-Pate sat down with the journalism class to answer questions about the most up-and-coming topics around U-32. This is the second…
“Managing Through Uncertainty” The Kellogg-Hubbard Library
This article was written by Journalism student Isa Moustakas Carolyn Picazio, Kellogg-Hubbard’s library director, made her way to the back doors of the Kellogg-Hubbard Library at 3pm on the Tuesday after the flood. The doors were opened for the first…
U-32’s Toaster Incident
This article was written by journalism student, Jonah Edson The first question many ask about the toaster incident is “What is the toaster incident?” U-32 used to have a large, rotating toaster oven sitting on the metal table in…
Principal’s Press Conference
This article was written by the members of the journalism class. On Thursday, September 7th, Steven Dellinger-Pate sat down with the journalism class to answer questions about the most up-and-coming topics around U-32. This is the first article of…
U-32 Sends Seven to DC for NHD
This article is written by a journalism student, Alicen LaPerle National History Day For the first time, U-32 students are going as a group to Washington DC to compete in the National History Day (NHD) competition. The competition…
Unified Sports: A Gateway to The Special Olympics
This article is written by journalism student, Otis Loga. Did you know that there are a lot of different kinds of sports? U-32 doesn’t only offer the traditional sports of football and baseball and 12 others. Unified Sports…
8th Grade Washington DC Trip: It’s Back!
This article was written by Allie Bourgeois, a student in Journalism class. For the first time in three years, U32 teachers will bus their way to Washington D.C. along with the eighth-grade class this coming June. The school…
State Championships
This article was written by Nolan Lyford, a student in the journalism class here at U-32. U-32 second seeded Raiders came out on top over number one seeded Mount Mansfield in the Vermont VPA D-II Boys State ice hockey…
Youth Vape Culture at U-32: What are we doing about it?
This article was written by Emily Cook, a senior in our journalism class here at U-32. According to the results of the 2019 Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey “One in six middle school students have ever tried an electronic vapor…
School Salary: “There are many different kinds of bargaining” -Kara Rosenberg
This article was written by a Journalism student here at U-32, Nolan Lyford. Have you ever wondered how teachers get paid and who determines how much they are paid? Unlike many other lines of work, teachers have to regularly negotiate…
Graduation: A Lot Of Prep
This article is written by journalism student, Skyler Lapre. Staff and seniors at U-32 have a lot to do before graduation. Seniors are working to earn good grades, prepare for college, and look for jobs. While many U-32 staff…
Mascot Debate
This article was written by Nolan Lyford, a senior in the journalism class. In December 2022, Washington Central Unified Union School District (WCUUSD) was faced by the State of Vermont’s General Assembly about the newly passed Legislative Act 152, a…
Senior Lounge, a Privilege Worthy of Respect
This article was published by Otis Loga, a senior in the journalism class. The U32 Senior lounge is located in the middle of the school’s auditorium and is unique and special for every senior class for different reasons. Juniors always…
Senator Sanders’ Trip to U-32
This article was written by journalism student, Otis Loga. Last Thursday on April 6th instead of students eating lunch with their friends, more than 230 people attended Town Hall with Bernie Sanders. The senator wanted to come to…
Half the Staff, Triple the Meals: U-32’s Staffing Struggles
This article was written by Allie Bourgeois, a student in the U-32 Journalism class. “It was certainly a time to be alive,” said Peter Cioffi, a U32 senior. Cioffi continued, “There was a sandwich line and a salad…
New Faces:Christiana Athena-Blackwell
This article was written by a journalism student, Emily Cook. “In Boston, I was a director of an after-school music program. We had 130 families, all Hispanic, so there’s Spanish speaking in the classroom. It was that extra challenge…
History Behind the Trails: Thanks Mark!
This article was written by Otis Loga, a senior in U-32 Journalism class. “What a gift this property is,” said Ellen, one of the school counselors. Our school which was founded in 1971, owns 166 acres of land. On…
Familiar Faces: Adrian Wade
This article was written by Alicen LaPerle, a student in the U-32 Journalism class. This piece is part of a new series, Familiar Faces. Adrian Wade-Keeney can almost always be found in the pottery studio. Today she is sitting…
Student Council: Getting the Ball Rolling
This article was written by Allie Bougeois, a freshman in Journalism class. Images taken by Jade Walker. Last spring, U32 held its first student council elections since 2017. “It was the brainchild of Jade Walker and a great group…
Word of Mouth is Back!
This article was written by Otis Loga, a senior in Journalism class at U-32. Both images were taken by Julia Fortin. Word of Mouth has been a tradition in U-32 Middle and High School that was absent during the time…
Mathematician in the Making
This article was written by Claire Serrano, a ninth grader in Comp and Lit class at U-32. She wrote this piece for an assignment to create a Character Profile Story about a member of our community. In a picture, a…
Blast From the Past: Dice Gambling Shakes Up Administrative Concerns
This article was written by Katie Duprey and Clayton McLean on April 16th, 2004 A recent increase of rolling dice has led administrators to believe gambling is a growing concern. Planning Room Director Tim Guilbault first noticed an…
Blast From the Past: Third Annual D.C. Trip
This article was written by Janet Bates on January 6th, 1977. This was written when the Chronicle was called The Spectacle. For the third year in a row, U-32 teachers will bus their way to Washington D.C. There…
Period Products
This article was written by Maryssa Rossi, a student in the journalism class here at U-32. “It’s right to be able to have [period] products when you need them,” said Amber Larabee, a school nurse at U-32 said. …
Derek Dunning, His Thoughts On His Fall Season
This article was written by Tommy Mangieri, a senior in the journalism class at U-32. New Athletic Director Derek Dunning has joined the U-32 Athletics family. If you are a student not much is known about Derek, with him being someone…
Boys Hockey Pre-Season
This article was written by Benjamin Bourgeois, a senior in the journalism class at U-32. The U-32 boys hockey team is about to kick off their 30th season.They hope to have more of a playoff presence than has been seen…
Shakespeare’s Last Play
This article was written by Emily Cook, a senior in the journalism class at U-32 who is also a part of this production. “I don’t see us having enough time to do everything that is needed,” said Cole Saunders,…
New Faces: Sarah Lund
This article was written by Thomas Mangieri who is a senior in the Journalism class Even when working in Washington, Volunteering for the Democratic Senatorial campaign committee Sarah Lund wanted to work as a teacher. Politics wasn’t what she…
New Faces: “I fought it tooth and nail,” Philip Montenegro
This article was written by Willow Mashkuri who is a junior in the Journalism class. “I fought it tooth and nail.” Philip Montenegro never wanted to be a teacher as a child. Each factor in his life led him…
New Faces: “Everyone Knew Who She Was,” Olga Benoit
This article was written by Andrew Baker who is a senior in the Journalism class. “So I graduated college in Russia and I came to Vermont because I used to be an exchange student here.” When Olga Benoit…
Von U-32 nach Burggymnasium Wettin: Dispatches from Germany
This article was written by a U-32 alumni, Ella Bradley, who has been working on this article for a while now; it’s about her exchange year in Germany. On Friday, the sixth of May in Beesenstedt, Germany, I woke…
Our Pandemic Economy:Nine Businesses on Barre-Montpelier Road
Reporting by Sam Clark, Ben Bourgeois, Evie Moore, Tagg Schrader, Amy Felice, Ava Fitzgerald, Ollie Hansen, Wylder Gluck, Luke Page and Charlie Haynes. Photos by Kiki Hayward, Sean Butler, Julia Fortin, Ivy Heinz, Alexei Duplessis, Blakelee Hoffman, Abigail…
Eddie Sayers with a 2ft PR
This article was written by Taggart Schrader, a sophomore student in the journalism class at U-32 in admiration for Eddie and the State Champs: U-32 track team. Sophomore Eddie Sayers was only slotted to score 1 point at the…
“I’ve learned a ton” : Jody Emerson on her first year at Barre Tech
This article was written my Evie Moore, a senior at U-32 who has been a huge part of our school Chronicle. Thank you. Jody Emerson’s day at her new job begins as it used to at U32. She stands…
Eliott Morse: Community Pillar
This is written by senior Charlie Haynes In 1964 Eliott Morse had a visit from a neighbor, Bob Simon, who told him that the Montpelier Fire Department was now charging 500 dollars an hour to travel to…
Elle Bizzozero: Painter
This article was written by Junior Ava Fitzgerald. Elle Bizzozero grew up watching their mother paint, draw, and sculpt, and believes she inherited their love for art from their mother. “My dad has no artistic bone in his body,”…
One System in Focus: Wood Chip Heating at U-32
This article was written by senior Charlie Haynes Each week in the winter tractor trailer trucks arrive at U-32 High School in Montpelier, Vermont. The doors of the trailer swing open, revealing 30 tons of wood chips. The trailer…
Seniors and Admin: A Widening Divide
This article was written by senior Sam Clark. Note: All the students interviewed for this article wished to stay anonymous. In early January, a rumor circulated through U-32 that sounded something like this: a student threw a sandwich…
“The Decision that is the Safest For Our District:” U-32’s Mask Policy
This article was written by sophomore Yolanda Bansah, with assistance with the pictures and captions from the U-32 Journalism class. It was an ordinary Thursday morning, on May 4th. One student walked into the building with a friend, but…
“A really Important Step For the School” U-32’s plans to raise Progress Pride Flag
This article was written by sophomore Finley Torrens-Martin. On April 27, 2022, during a WCSUUSD School Board meeting, students from U-32 proposed for the Progress Pride Flag to be raised on the U-32 school flag pole. The meeting lasted…
Jade Walker: Beauty In The Margins
This story was written by sophomore Amy Felice. When Jade Walker was fourteen, she had a summer job in her home state of Connecticut, picking apples. She found herself working amongst a dozen migrant adults, from Nicaragua and Guatemala,…
Community Decisions-The Baby
This story was written by sophomore Nina Young, as a part of a series written by sophomores about moral dilemmas in our community. Christa was 7 months pregnant when she heard the awful news. “Your son’s organs are out…
Up and Coming Student Council
This article was written by Taggart Schrader, a sophomore in the Journalism Class. This article was written to discuss the upcoming Student Council and report out the election results. Without a student council in the past two years, the…
Engaged Learning: The Pilot Experience
This article was written by Ava Fitzgerald, a junior in the Journalism class. On a recent day at U-32, the students in the Pilot room gathered around and decided that they wanted to have a little break from their…
Otis Loga-Skate Skiing: “I Can do the Same Course as You”
This article was written by Oliver Hansen, a Senior in the Journalism class, here at U-32. When Otis Loga first joined the U-32 cross country ski team, he struggled with skiing because of his cerebral palsy. It was difficult…
Meet U-32’s Student Council Candidates
These profiles were collected from candidates by the Student Council advisors, Kevin Richards and Jade Walker. The election will take place during callback on Wednesday, May 11th. 11th Grade Candidates Name: Jack Thompson Grade you are currently…
“It’s important they don’t just memorize the process” : Numeracy at U-32
This article was written by Wilder Gluck, a senior in the Journalism class at U-32. At 1:36 on Tuesday, March 8th, 18 students took a math test. This test was a cumulation of math skills learned before Algebra Two:…
“We have all the pieces,” U-32 Baseball Aims to Repeat Championship Win
This article was written by sophomore Luke Page. On June 13, 2021, a baseball collided with a bat and flew towards centerfield. All eyes were on Tony Concessi to see if he could make the winning catch. As the…
‘Big Night’: Vermont’s Amphibious Secret
This article was written by Evie Moore, a Senior in the Journalism class. Chris Slesar’s first ‘Big Night’ was in early April 2005. Cars were flying by on Monkton road late at night. The rain was frigid. Slesar and…
People that keep U-32 Running: Ellen Cooke
This article was written by junior Benjamin Bourgeois as a part a series honoring people who keep U-32 running. Ellen Cooke is a counselor at U-32. She also keeps her T.A. in check with school, and provides support for…
Community Decisions: The Options Over There Were Gone
This story was written by sophomore Cyrus Hansen, as a part of a series written by sophomores about moral dilemmas in our community. CW: This story contains discussion of sexual violence, torture, and murder. As a child Emilia…
Sexual Violence at U-32
This article was written with the Help of the Chronicle Team. CW: This article contains a link to an infographic containing statistics and quotes about sexual violence and how the school handles it. In November of 2021,…
Community Decisions: The Kids are Soldiers, but the Soldiers are Still Kids
This article was written by sophomore Sawyer Mislak. It is a part of a series about moral dilemmas in our community. Brian Albee was born in Boston and raised in Pennsylvania. At 18 he joined the army. Brian explains,…
Community Decisions: The Interests of a Union
This article was written by sophomore Hughes Gilbert. It is a part of a series about moral dilemmas members of our community have gone through. When given the choice between freedom for yourself and a kid’s education, which do…
Community Decisions- Living Life, or Living Criminal
This article is a part of a series written by the 10th grade Dem. Roots classes called Community Decisions. This article is written by Penelope Edgar. To many people once you are a criminal you are no longer seen…
Community Decisions: Defending the Undefended
This story was written by sophomore Ethan Neimark and is a part of a series written by the sophomores in Democratic Roots about moral dilemmas in our community. Avi Springer could have never predicted that his job would someday…
Community Decisions: I Took the Risk
This article is a part of a series written by the 10th grade Dem. Roots classes called Community Decisions. This article is written by Ayla Dyer. Covid shattered the world. Could a vaccine fix it all? Could it be…
Community Decisions: It’s Gone,You Can’t Fix it
This article is a part of a series written by the 10th grade Dem. Roots classes called Community Decisions. This article is written by Lillian Soutar. Rusty looks at the human body like an old car. ”[You] run this…
Community Decisions: I Will Die a Monster
This story was written by sophomore Rhys Cadorette, as a part of a collection of stories about moral dilemmas in our community. Would you rather be hooked up to machines for the rest of your life, or die knowing…
Community Decisions: Putting Molly First
This article was written by sophomore Willa Long as a part of the collection of pieces about moral dilemmas in our community. CW: Images depicting animal abuse are presented in this story Sam Punchar risks her own life…
People Who keep U-32 Running: David Hannigan
This article was written by Charlie Haynes in appreciation for the work David Hannigan has done for U32. David Hannigan has been the head of Grounds and Maintenance at U-32 for 4 years. The first couple of years were…
People Who Keep U-32 Running: Nate Lovitz
This article was written by Wylder Gluck in appreciation for all the work Nate Lovitz has done for U32. Nate Lovitz is a counselor at U32 who guides students through class/college selection and emotional needs. His job often keeps…
People that Keep U-32 Running: Jen Duprey
This article was written by Amy Felice, a sophomore in the U-32 Journalism class. Jen Duprey has been a custodian at U32 since 2001, her hard work and ever-present smile brightening the halls we walk through every day. Starting…
“I’m tired of being told who to be;” Queer Youth Walkout
This article was written by Jonah Edson, a freshman in the U32 Chronicle Club with reporting from Benjamin Bourgeois, information from the QYA walkout page, and photos from Gavin Young and Julia Fortin. On March 8, Nate Lovitz sent…
People Who Keep U-32 Running : Peter Gora
This article was written by Ava Fitzgerald in appreciation for the work Peter Gora has done for U-32. Peter Gora has been with U-32 since 1998. Before Vermont he taught in New York, where he worked as a math…
Community Decisions: I Didn’t Know Nothing About Working Hard
This story was written by sophomore Alyce Bradshaw. It is a part of a collection of stories written by U-32 sophomores about moral dilemmas members of our community have gone through. Dairy farms in Vermont are finding it increasingly…
Community Decisions: Representing the Assaulter and Fair or Unfounded? Collective Punishment in High School Sports
These articles are a part of the series Community Decisions written by Sophomore Democratic Roots Classes. This is the Montpelier addition. These articles are written by Sophomores, Yvette Petrella and Rory McLane. Representing the Assaulter Yvette Petrella Different…
Samantha Martzke- Photographer
This story was written by Finley Torrens-Martin, a sophomore at U-32. Samantha Martzke was put onto photography by family members. Her sister, Kristina, suggested Martzke add it to her schedule. Upon doing so, “I ended up really loving it,”…
Community Decisions: In the Death Zone
This story was written by sophomore Greta Little. It is a part a collection of stories written by U-32 sophomores about moral dilemmas members of our community have gone through. On average, of the 800 people who climb Mt.…
Community Decisions: The Final Say
This story was written by Kendall Lucas, a sophomore. It is a part of a series of stories written by the sophomores for their Democratic Roots class about moral dilemmas members of our community have gone through. When making…
People who Keep U-32 Running: Leslie Fitch
This article was written by a senior, Sam Clark. This article is a part of a series honoring figures who keep U-32 running. Officially, Leslie Fitch is U-32’s Administrative Assistant to the Principal, but she does much more than…
People who Keep U-32 Running: Lisa LaPlante
This article was written by Evie Moore who is a senior in the Journalism class. This article is part of a series that honors figures here at school that keep U-32 running. Lisa Laplante is the director of Student…
Senior Assassin
This article was written by Tegan O’Donnell who is a senior and member of Chronicle and the Journalism class. December 6th, 2021 was a normal Monday for most of the students and staff of U-32, but for the seniors,…
New Faces: Kerri Zurowski
This article was written By Finley Torrens-Martin who is a Sophomore in the Journalism class. Kerri Zurowski’s Peanut Butter, Oreo, Brownie Cupcake recipe: Ingredients: Brownie mix Thin fudge Oreos Peanut butter Follow the brownie mix recipe. In a…
Low Staff For Lunch: U-32’s Struggle with Food Service
This article was written by Leah Emmons, a junior in the Journalism class at U32. On Thursday, December 16th, a two hour delay created a lot of stress for the cafeteria team. The staff got there at 7:00 a.m.…
“It’s A Really Touchy Situation,” Cranberry Culture at U-32
This article was written by Carson Beard who is a senior in the journalism class at U32. Addison Proulx, a senior at U-32, has always loved collecting.This year he has taken up the hobby of collecting a new item at…
Field Hockey’s Quest For Respect
This article was written by Alyce Bradshaw and Lea Emmons, who are both in the journalism class at U-32. On September 18th, the U-32 field hockey team played Spaulding at home. The Spaulding team noticed the grass was about…
Josuna Kinsey, “I Am the One With the Bikini Business”
This article was written by Tegan O’Donnell, a senior in the journalism class at U-32. This piece was written about Josuna Kinsey, a bikini business owner from Hawaii, moving to Vermont and who now attends U-32. In Hawaiian,…
“An Edge in the Air,” How U-32 Struggles to Discuss Race
This article was written by Finley Torrens-Martin, a sophomore at U-32. One afternoon this fall, Zach Gonzalez — a history, economics, and sociology teacher at U-32 High School in East Montpelier — set up his U.S. History class in…
“Such a Strange New Normal,” The Challenge of Changing U-32’s Covid Protocols
This article was written by Tegan O’Donnell who is a senior in the journalism class at U-32. One Monday in September, Alyce Bradshaw, a U-32 sophomore, participated in surveillance testing at U-32. Around 9 am she left class and…
“Send!” : Cross Country Wins New Englands!
This article was written by A senior Carson Beard who is on the Varsity Cross Country team and is in the Journalism class. This article was written to celebrate history, the success and hard work of the Cross Country Team…
U32 Strings Group Rehearsing in Person… At Last!
This article was written by Avery Ryan who is a freshman in the Chronicle Club. This article was written in celebration of in-person learning returning. It was 8:15 on a foggy Friday morning as U32’s strings players circled up…
New Faces: Jake Ploof
This article was written by Aiden Wiseman who is a sophomore in Journalism Class. This article was written to acknowledge new staff at U-32. When Jake Ploof was a sophomore at Eastern Nazarene College in Massachusetts, he took a…
“Everything Changes so Fast”
This article was written by Alyce Bradshaw who is a sophomore in the journalism class at U32. It’s about Dennis Sol Cruz, who is a nurse in Vermont. This was written in appreciation for healthcare workers and acknowledging how hard…
Nothing Feels Right; An album by Jasmine Gruen
This article was written by Ava Fitzgerald who will be leaving U32 shortly. Wherever you are going, Ava, they are lucky to have you. This article was written about Jasmine Gruen, recognizing the talent in the U32 Community. For…
New Faces: Erica Smith
This article was a collaboration written by a few students. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. During the summer of 2020, Erica was sitting at…
The Gatekeeper: Tammy Hoermann
This article was written by Jonah Edson who is a freshman in the chronicle club. This article was written in appreciation of Tammy Hoermann and her hard work. One fall afternoon, a student pushed through the front doors, sunglasses…
New Faces: Jessica Wills
This article was Written by Carson Beard who is a senior in the Journalism class. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. Even at a young age,…
New Faces: Jacob Kaplan “All I Had to do was Play my Music”
This article was written by Aiden Wiseman who is a sophomore in the Journalism class. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. In his summers during…
New Faces: Mahala Largent
This article was written by Senior, Tegan O’Donnell who is in the Journalism class. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. When Mahala Largent was in…
New Faces: Matthew Cecere
This article was written by Ava Fitzgerald who is a junior in the Journalism class. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. Matthew Cecere didn’t always…
Familiar Face, In a New Role: Mary Bove
This article was Written by a Junior Leah Emmons who is a student in the Journalism class. Public speaking was never Mary Bove’s favorite. It terrified her. One day, her high school AP English class was asked to perform…
U-32 Shoe Masters Pt. 2: Roger’s Converse
This article was written by Tegan O’Donnell who is a Senior in the Journalism class and is a member of the Chronicle Team. When Roger Grow saw a Chronicle article about the Shoe Community at U32, he was disappointed…
New Faces: Jeremy Avoli
This article was written by Finley Torrens Martins who is a sophomore in the U-32 Journalism class. This article was written as part of the “New Faces” series that recognizes new staff members to the U32 Community. It’s not easy being…
“Una otra etapa”: Karla’s Journey
This article was written by Ella Bradley in spring of 2021 who is now senior U-32 High School. Special thanks to Ella’s Spanish teacher, Adam French Every day Karla Perez wakes up and begins her English classes. She logs into…
50@U-32: Tom Tailor
This article was written By Quinn Olney from the 2021 Journalism class. Tom Tailor is an article written as part of the 50@U32 collection. In 2021, U32 is celebrating 50 years of education and dedication to students. To honor the…
New Faces: Erika Moore
This article was written by Alyce Bradshaw, a high school student in the Journalism class One early morning, Erika Moore was driving to an early morning meditation in the Pacific Northwest. She approached a corner in the wooded neighborhood,…
Homecoming Weekend- getting back to normal traditions
On Friday September 17, U-32’s homecoming sports weekend will begin. With school semi back to normal times, sports teams are practicing and competing against other schools. Here are the stats from our High School level sports teams: Varsity Girl’s…
U-32’s Sexual Assault Response : An Interview with Jody Emerson
“We do a lot of things well here, but we’re not perfect, and then we’re never going to be. But we can get better. On June 3, 2021, social media blew up with complaints about sexual assault in the…
“God Given Facts” : The Legacy of Kathy Topping
Editor’s Note: This story is a Chronicle Classic, from 2018, written by Grace Ecklund Gustavson in 2018. Kathy is a now-retired teacher who touched the hearts and lefts marks on the lives of many students during her career. Kathy…
50@U-32 Quiz : Celebrating its Origin
U-32 opened in 1971. After 50 years, the school (and its newspaper) are still thriving. There are a number of humorous memorable moments from the school’s past. Ever wonder where U-32 came from and what the student attitude used to…