Monthly Archives: May 2019

Photography by Stella Gilbert ’22

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Stella Gilbert

Below are a few photographs taken by Stella Gilbert ’22 in Barcelona, Spain.

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“Pursuit of Happiness,” Travel Photography by Rachel Glickman ’20

Posted on May 28, 2019 by jparadis20

“Last summer, I travelled to the Nuwakot district in Nepal where I worked on building a school for the kids in the village. Every day, all of the children would come down to the worksite and offer their help. We … Continue reading →

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“Melania,” Poem by Alizah Rizvhi ’20

Posted on May 28, 2019 by jparadis20

Melania by Alizah Rizvi I stand behind him–tall, proud, and beautiful under the dismal sky. Thousands of people pool out front. Red hats sprinkled throughout. They delight. Not for me, I remind myself. Breath held. I remain frozen in his steps. … Continue reading →

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Visual Art by Jessie Luo ’22

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Stella Gilbert

The following work is a selection of art made by Scholastic Art and Writing Award winner, Jessie Luo ’22:

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Lyrics by Steve Miller

Posted on May 20, 2019 by tjames

Maintenance Department member and musician extraordinaire Steve Miller writes his own musical compositions and lyrics. He recently published a book of his lyrics called ALIVE AND ALONE: A COLLECTION OF LYRICS BY STEVIE “FIDDLEBOY BLUE” MILLER, (excerpts below). You can … Continue reading →

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Notre Dame Sketches by Silvy Zhou ’21

Posted on May 20, 2019 by jzhou21

These sketches were done by Silvy Zhou ’21 during her visit to the Notre Dame over the past summer. The recent fire inspired her to share these sketches of the architecture and statues on the outside of the cathedral.

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“Other Gods,” Scholastic National Medal-Winning Fiction by Annika Inampudi

Posted on May 13, 2019 by jparadis20

This flash fiction story by sophomore Annika Inampudi ’21 earned a 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing National Silver Medal. This is Annika’s second National Medal. As an eighth grader she won a 2017 Gold Medal for her flash fiction story, “Stolen Hearts.” Congratulations Annika! “Other Gods” … Continue reading →

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Photography by Tess Kesler ’22

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Stella Gilbert

The following photographs were taken by Scholastic Silver and Gold Key award recipient Tess Kesler ’22.  Tess’s work was on display at the Montclair Art Museum in late winter through spring of 2019.

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2019 Community Art Show

Posted on May 13, 2019 by jzhou21

The Newark Academy 2019 Community Art Show curated by Arts Department Head Elaine Brodie, themed “House & Home,” was exhibited in the David Teiger ’47 Gallery for Studio Arts. The installation featured works of art by students, parents, faculty, and alumni … Continue reading →

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“Sostenuto,” Flash Fiction by Olivia Mudrick ’20

Posted on May 6, 2019 by Stella Gilbert

The following story by Olivia Mudrick ’20 was awarded a Scholastic Gold Key for Flash Fiction. Sostenuto Frédéric Chopin was confined to an armchair. George, perched on the edge of the sofa nearby, watched him intently. His condition had gotten … Continue reading →

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“Skye,” Fiction by Amaani Jetley ’22

Posted on May 6, 2019 by Stella Gilbert

The following story by Amaani Jetley ’22 earned a 2019 Scholastic Art and Writing Gold Key Award for Flash Fiction. Skye Attempt 1- You walk out onto the green field to find just what you feared. Golden hair locked among … Continue reading →

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8th Grade Face Vessel Artwork

Posted on May 6, 2019 by abader20

During the period from 1810 to 1865, an abundance of functional ware was made at the remote Edgefield potteries in south Carolina and sold to neighboring countries and states. These potteries were worked in part by slaves who turned the pots, … Continue reading →

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