Author Archives: ibecker24

Summer Sunset Photography

Posted on May 2, 2023 by ibecker24

This is a picture taken by sophomore Cecily Burns while she was on vacation down the shore last summer. The image shows a pink sunset over a lake’s horizon. Cecily submitted it as a part of our new Summer theme!

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Ceramic teapot by Saira Rajparia ’24

Posted on April 21, 2022 by ibecker24

Saira Rajparia ’24 has recently finished a collection of creative and unique ceramic pieces, some of which include plates, mugs, and sculptures. She enjoys the ceramic process and is currently involved in the Advanced Ceramics class this year. One of … Continue reading →

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“Self Control by Frank Ocean and Why I Hate It” by Sadie Kim ’22

Posted on April 12, 2022 by ibecker24

“I love Frank Ocean, more than you might be able to understand. He can verbalize so many emotions that I didn’t even know that I had… However, upon listening to “Self Control” by my friend Frank, I felt a deep anger rise inside of me…” Continue reading →

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Two odes by Marina Chernin ’23

Posted on April 7, 2022 by ibecker24

Junior Marina Chernin recently wrote two poems for her Creative Writing class. Enjoy! Ode to the Online Thesaurus Oh, how the pages fill With letters that leap, jump, vault In alternating shades of Noun Verb And Adjective That fill oceans, … Continue reading →

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Ceramic works by Dagny Slomack ’24

Posted on April 7, 2022 by ibecker24

Dagny Slomack ’24 has created a collection of ceramic pieces in her Advanced Ceramics class, including pots, vases, sculptural pieces, and mugs, among others. Two notable pieces are her small grapefruit sculpture, “Flowered Grapefruit,” and an abstract vase, “Geometric Vase.”

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Scholastic Paintings by Emma Yin ’26

Posted on March 28, 2022 by ibecker24

Eighth grader Emma Yin recently won a Silver Key and Honorable Mention from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for her two paintings, entitled Childhood Treehouse and Fox in a Bowl. Congrats, Emma!

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“Loosing Teeth,” a personal essay by Sadie Kim ’22

Posted on March 3, 2022 by ibecker24

“Throughout my entire childhood, one of the things I feared most was losing teeth. I don’t think it is uncommon for children to dislike the idea of losing teeth…” Continue reading →

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Month of Action: Dinner Party Exhibit

Posted on February 18, 2022 by ibecker24

Many clubs came together during the Month of Action to create a plate that represents their club and respective agendas. They were collectively displayed in Kaltenbaker to look like a table setting. This exhibit was inspired by Judy Chicago’s famous … Continue reading →

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“Individuality,” a photograph by Leon Sarkissian ’25

Posted on February 16, 2022 by ibecker24

Leon Sarkissian ’25 says that to him, this photography represents a symbol of hope. Enjoy!

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“Brace Face,” a personal narrative by Olivia Palker ’24

Posted on February 8, 2022 by ibecker24

“When I first got my braces on, it was October of eighth grade. That October was a turning point in my whole middle school experience: for once, I had one of those tightly knit group of friends plastered on movie posters, two best friends that knew me better than I knew myself, people I could call countless hours every day, obnoxious bright neon tie-dye t-shirts, and newly secured braces to close the immature gaps in my teeth…” Continue reading →

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“Luke’s Diner,” a Drawing by Rounika Nuni ’24

Posted on January 31, 2022 by ibecker24
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“The Age Old Question,” a Poem by Anonymous

Posted on January 11, 2022 by ibecker24

What is it? Is it a thought, an emotion? Do you smell it, taste it, hear it, feel it? A question so timeless, it almost predates “why” Because it can’t be determined by the most intelligent minds It’s a feeling, … Continue reading →

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Photography by Meredith Janay ’22

Posted on November 16, 2021 by ibecker24

Here are four nature and animal photographs by Meredith Janay ’22.

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WAM Homecoming Festivities

Posted on October 27, 2021 by ibecker24

October 16, 2021 was officially this year’s Newark Academy annual homecoming day and dance! The school was filled with students, faculty, and families who enjoyed food, games, and cheered on our sports teams. Located near the concession stand was the … Continue reading →

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“Poppet” by Anika Lippke ’24

Posted on October 4, 2021 by ibecker24

This is a short story written by Anika Lippke ’24 as a preface to a technological dystopia. 1:  the moon is not merciful, and static weeps silently. It wasn’t intentional. They had all agreed to stay manual this round, to … Continue reading →

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