Author Archives: David Mamukelashvili

The Abstract

Below please find some fabulous submissions for “The Abstract.” 1. Angela Huang ‘27 orchestrates a beautiful melody. We hope you let the music carry you with it. 2. An abstract piece by Lucy Halstead ’25 and Wes Brock ’24. They … Continue reading

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NA’s Annual Flash Fiction Contest

Newark Academy recently held its third annual Flash Fiction Contest, which welcomes students’ creative submissions of 500 words or fewer. The judges – all published writers in NA’s orbit – recognize the following students as winners of the 2024 competition: … Continue reading

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Music and Memory

These are series of Photographs by Mr. Worrell. The first one is from Norbert Leo Butz’s album release party — an actor and Mr. Worrell’s friend. The second is from his collection of images titled “Memory,” which are composed of … Continue reading

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Worse Sights by Dr. LaPadula

As Dr. LaPadula explains in a footnote, “This piece is the opening to a longer collection–Worse Sights is the title of said collection, which does not yet exist. It is from Homer’s Odyssey: “Be strong, saith my heart; I am … Continue reading

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Maine Coast

Take a look at this spectacular digital painting by Mrs. Brodie. We are avoiding sharing feelings that this piece evoked within us to leave the all the possibilities of interpretation to you! We hope you find it as thought and … Continue reading

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Ophelia

Check out this stunning drawing of Ophelia by Veera Jetley ’25

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“Beats” by Sophia Frantz Pendell ‘27

Sophia’s poem explores how music brings tranquility in a world full of stress, but only for a short time — Vivian Zhang Beats As I slip the bulky headphones over my ears, The knot that built up, creating a pit … Continue reading

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ABC-s

The ABCs is filled with laughter and fun until some letters get jealous…read Brody’s play to find out what happens next! — Siyona Bordia

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7, 8, 9: The Ultimate Trio

Check out junior Veera Jetley’s awesome play about three characters, 7, 8, and 9 – and read to the end so you don’t miss out on the funniest part!

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The Madness Named Humanity

Angela’s essay, which opens with natural motifs of plants and critters, creates a striking connection between people and the environmental world. They introduce and explore the songs of various artists like King Gnu and Lanndo, diving into their music and … Continue reading

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The Question Without an Answer

25′ Lea Adam’s beautifully written play, “The Question Without an Answer,” is worth reading for anyone who feels love for a family member who is perhaps not as close or present anymore — Siyona Bordia. You can find it below:

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“Stakes” by Lynna King ’25

Lynna wrote a story about camping in a dusty canyon. It features Ms. Mahoney and other friends! posted by:

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“Stolen” by Yulin Tang ’26

AI art. It’s a controversial topic. Yulin’s take provides some intriguing perspectives! posted by:

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IB Art December Submissions

by Izzy Becker Submission One: “Untitled” Collage Piece created by Claire Nowak ‘24 This beautiful collage was created by senior Claire Nowak in her IB Advanced Art class. Claire compiled ripped pages from magazines to create a textured gradient of … Continue reading

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Flash Fiction Contest 2023

During Monday’s morning meeting, the Upper School learned the results of NA’s Second Annual Flash Fiction Competition, which welcomes students’ creative submissions of 500 words or fewer. The judges – all published writers in NA’s orbit (Liz Maccie ’93, Flannery … Continue reading

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History, Herstory, Mystory

— A spectacular personal narrative by Sophie Hu Man has the advantage of choice, woman only the power of refusal. —  (Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey) History has become lists of numbers and letters, a timeline on the pages of a … Continue reading

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Monday Night Thoughts

The one quote that I try to live by is from W.E.B. Du Bois: “The most important thing to remember is this: to be ready at any moment to give up what you are for what you might become.” Change … Continue reading

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Student Spotlight: Inchara Hosaganar (Brian):

Inchara is a junior here at Newark Academy. Let’s get to know her! We love going to Inchara to gossip about random things. If you haven’t, you should. She will pick up on a conversation about anything. But she also … Continue reading

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