Author Archives: jparadis20

Poetry Week: “I can’t see in this fog but it’s okay for now” by Jamie Paradis ’20

Posted on April 30, 2020 by jparadis20

This poem was recently published by the acclaimed literary magazine Hanging Loose.

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Music by alumnus Chris Paradis ’16

Posted on February 24, 2020 by jparadis20

Chris Paradis has found a creative outlet in music-making since the end of high school. What started as a fun thing to do with friends—hanging out in his basement and writing rap lyrics or freestyling to beats—has turned into one … Continue reading →

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Eco-bricks: A Sustainable and Creative Way to Reduce Plastic Pollution

Posted on January 14, 2020 by jparadis20

Last semester, Green and Blue Committee began a new initiative within the school: creating eco-bricks. In various locations throughout the building are collection bins for non-recyclable waste such as soft plastics, plastic bags, aluminum foil, and styrofoam. These materials would … Continue reading →

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“Hanauma” Painting by IB Artist Sophie Chang ’20

Posted on January 6, 2020 by jparadis20

Sophie’s most recent piece, titled “Hanauma,” depicts a coastal Hawai’ian landscape. On a closer glance, tiny human figures are visible in the water.

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Jazz Set by Luca Moretti ’20, Teddy McGraw ’20, and Vikram Bala ’20

Posted on December 2, 2019 by jparadis20
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Alexa Meade Visits Newark Academy

Posted on November 25, 2019 by jparadis20

In the middle of spirit week, the art department hosted the innovative artist and illusionist Alexa Meade. Meade’s known for her unique artwork in which she paints 2D patterns onto 3D objects, creating “the illusion of a world where 2D … Continue reading →

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Reviews of Summer Art Programs

Posted on October 28, 2019 by jparadis20

Here are summaries, reviews, and reflections on summer programs that NA students have attended, hopefully to assist any prospective students looking to apply to these programs. Continue reading →

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Fall Art Exhibit Featuring Cat Delett

Posted on October 28, 2019 by jparadis20

Cat Delett, a Maplewood resident and passionate artist, is featured this fall in the Teiger Art Gallery. During Delett’s gallery discussion with the IB and Advanced Art Classes, she described herself as a “narrative artist.” Many of her pieces incorporate … Continue reading →

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“To All the Movies I’ve Loved Before,” essay by Antonia Park ’18

Posted on October 9, 2019 by jparadis20

To All the Movies I’ve Loved Before: The Importance of Representation in Hollywood  by Antonia Park ‘18 The following essay is from an October 8, 2018 post on Antonia’s personal blog, Tonzy’s World. You can read more of her work … Continue reading →

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Ava Sharahy ’20 Earns NCTE Achievement Award for Writing

Posted on October 7, 2019 by jparadis20

Each year, the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) hosts awards in a range of subjects and for different age groups. This year, Ava Sharahy (’20) was one of 15 11th grade winners from the state of New Jersey … Continue reading →

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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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“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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“Sunset,” Painting by Tyler Barron ’20

Posted on April 29, 2019 by jparadis20

Acrylic painting by Tyler Barron ’20.

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“The Greed Game,” by Kianni Keys winner of Young Playwrights Competition

Posted on April 22, 2019 by jparadis20

This piece won first place at the THEATER PROJECT‘s seventeenth annual Young Playwrights Competition Performance and was honored at an awards ceremony on March 9 at the Cranford Community Center. Kianni saw her work performed by professional actors of The Theater Project. … Continue reading →

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“Kiss Later” by Radhika Mohan from the IB Playwriting Festival

Posted on April 22, 2019 by jparadis20

Radhika Mohan ’20 wrote this short play for NA’s bi-annual 24-hour IB Playwriting Festival in which students write, direct and perform original plays in a single day. Click on the link to watch it performed by Kianni Keys ’19, Madeline … Continue reading →

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“Fishing” Mixed Media Art Piece by Kellen Wang ’20

Posted on February 26, 2019 by jparadis20

“One thing to consider from my piece would be the depth and layers of the cardboard structures. Aside from that, I’d like viewers to generate their own interpretations.” ~Kellen **This artwork won a silver key in the 2019 scholastic competition. 

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Classroom Doodle by Benjamin Cole ’21

Posted on February 26, 2019 by jparadis20
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White Board Doodle by Serin Hwang ’22, Lauren Freed ’22 & Arwen Schneiders-Smith ’22

Posted on February 5, 2019 by jparadis20

January’s theme of the month: Doodles!

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Travel Photography by Penelope Jennings, ’22

Posted on February 5, 2019 by jparadis20
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“DO THE RIGHT THING” Essay by Taj Wilson ’19

Posted on January 29, 2019 by jparadis20

This essay by Taj Wilson was written for Ms. Mahoney’s Film Studies class about the role of character Radio Raheem in Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing. Students had to analyze the choices in cinematography in connection with a single character in … Continue reading →

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