Rate my Rig was conceived by Mackinley Shaffer and Chris Killoran in order to highlight some of U-32’s best rigs. From pickups to coupes we want to see who U-32 thinks has the raddest rig. Vote on a rig, and…
Month: November 2016
Scandal: Race Results Questioned as Doping Allegations Arise
The recent “sporting event of the millennium,” the Root vs. Kingwood race, attracted more than one hundred students, faculty, and staff. Any of those that were in attendance could tell you that Root was the clear winner of the race. But…
The Black Beetle: Chapter IV
It’s been a while since last issue. Catch yourself up with part 3 of the Black Beetle’s story, if you haven’t read it yet. If you’re new to Black Beetle, you should probably start at the beginning. Next: The thrilling conclusion! The…
All We Hold: Ava Clithero’s Songwriting
“I was sitting down and playing random chords. They weren’t even actual chords, it was just random notes that I was plucking, and then these words just started to pop into my head. That was it.” That was Ava Clithero’s…
Root Prevails in “Race of the Century”
If you were a student walking in the halls of U-32 on Wednesday afternoon, it was normal to hear the words, “Are you going to the race?” Above: One of several advertisements for the race. Below: Root’s post, which kicked…
Winning Hearts and Minds
As a kid, you could find my dad racing through the tall grass of his backyard field with his brothers and the neighborhood kids. Everyone was dressed head to toe in green uniforms, and armed with cap guns. It was…
Lisa Laplante’s Five-Year Vision
Imagine U-32 as a ski mountain. Everyone begins at the top of the mountain, and decides to take a path to the bottom. Along the way, there may be jumps to overcome or a smooth trail down. Either way, “everybody…
How Jazz is Made
It’s 9:45 AM on a Friday. The kids in the Jazz Band are scrambling to find their instruments, set up their music stands and prepare for class. David Powelson, U-32’s new Jazz teacher, walks in and sits at his desk.…
Strange Creature Spotted in Worcester
Emily Wooliever, a local eyewitness in Worcester, VT, saw a creature one night when she was walking outside. Emily was simply enjoying a quiet night with her friend. “We saw this thing, pitch black, darker than the night sky.” Emily…
Breaking News: Massive Leak of Teacher Emails Jolts Q1 Grading
The outcome of this pivotal Quarter One grading period has once again been thrown into confusion after almost two million faculty and staff emails were made public on Tuesday by the middle school Hacktivist Club, part of U-32’s “After the…
Bomb Threat Foiled by Scooby Doo and Crew
As some of you may have seen, this Halloween our school played host to the famed Mystery Machine and it’s crime-busting crew. Shaggy, Scooby, and the rest of the gang were sighted outside the main doors, greeting students as they…
The Black Beetle: Chapter III
If you haven’t yet, check out the previous chapter of The Black Beetle. Who is this guy? Did he just kill the Beetle? Read part four to find out! The Black Beetle and all associated characters are the creations and intellectual property of Sam…
In Defense of Proficiencies
Why do you hate proficiency based learning? “Because proficiency based learning makes it easier to get a B and harder to get an A.” “Because they’re trying to make everyone the same.” “Because it’s gonna be like it was in…
The Rivalry
Montpelier vs. U-32, 2013. Midway through the first half, U-32’s Andrew Danyew hit a long ball from half field with the perfect arch and distance, and it dropped right over the Montpelier goalie into the back of the net. This…
Fish Scales – The Making of the Tempest, Part III
It’s 2:45 on Tuesday afternoon. Erin Galligan-Baldwin’s office, which doubles as the costume workshop, buzzes with activity. The air smells of popcorn and everyone is clustered around a table so cluttered there’s no clear space between the fabrics and knick-knacks.…