Tag Archives: 2024

“Squeeze” by Vivian Zhang ’24

Posted on December 24, 2022 by byun24@newarka.edu

“Squeeze,” acrylic on canvas. “Squeeze” was inspired by the feelings of being caught between an argument.

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“Needs” and “Accompanied Loneliness” by Zinnia Magill ’24

Posted on December 2, 2022 by njain23

Check out these two amazing poems by Zinnia! Needs the Soul is too weak to be accompanied by brooding buildings, with their gleaming glass exteriors and lifeless skeletons. It will grow faint and restless, filling cubicle styled cubbies It calls … Continue reading →

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“Countdown” by Kieri Keys ’24 with music by Nathan Choi ’24

Posted on November 17, 2022 by byun24@newarka.edu

Check out this remarkable animation by Kieri Keys ’24 with original music by Nathan Choi ’24! You can also download the animation at the link below.

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Monomyth by Lily Sternlieb ’24

Posted on June 13, 2022 by Flannery James

Sophomore Lily Sternlieb recently completed the June Term course “One with the Force: Creative Writing with Mythology,” taught by Profe, Ms. James, and Ms. Sarmiento. In addition to learning how to juggle and solve a Rubik’s cube, Lily learned about … Continue reading →

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A Verbatim Piece by The Intermediate Acting Class

Posted on May 3, 2022 by testakothari24

Verbatim is a form of acting in which the actor/actress tries to portray someone as precisely as possible, using real words they have spoken such as a speech or an interview. Acting student Kieri Keys ’24 explained the concept as … Continue reading →

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“Rain,” a poem by Zinnia Magill ’24

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Flannery James

Rain To like the rain is cliche and to not like the rain is expected. But what if you’re jealous of it? The serene extreme of freefall, lightly landing on anything below. Taking with it the impurities that covered that … Continue reading →

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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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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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“Ode to Airpods,” a poem by Zinnia Magill ’24

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Flannery James

Ode to Airpods daydreaming devices If I want to go somewhere else, While sitting perfectly still, I know I have you, just a frantic sweep Of my pockets away, I wonder if you hide on purpose, Trying to escape the … Continue reading →

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“Confined Chaos,” a painting by Vivian Zhang ’24

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Flannery James

Vivian Zhang ’24 used acrylic paint and a palette knife to achieve the unique texture of her painting, “Confined Chaos.” According to Vivian, “This piece is inspired from a personal feeling I wanted to depict, something along the lines of … Continue reading →

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Two Scholastic Gold Key poems by Kieri Keys ’24

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Flannery James

Ambidextrous I believe in God, but I don’t believe his people. Why should I? They tell me that I’m wrong, that they know better. How easily corrupted, how conversationally cruel. I left the church with dignity, They stayed looking like … Continue reading →

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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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“Daydreaming,” Creative Nonfiction by Zinnia Magill ’24

Posted on January 20, 2022 by Flannery James

Daydreaming a bus, 2am, and doc martens     I sat in my math class staring at the white board trying my hardest to tune into whatever my teacher was saying. Something about factoring or radicals or whatever. But my mind … Continue reading →

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“Dreams Come True,” a Short Story by Ambika Sharma ’24

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Flannery James

Ramira paused by the automatic doors, allowing the invisible sensors to scan her retinas. After a moment there was a soft beep, and the doors slid open, letting her step into the building’s quiet marble lobby.  The secretary looked up … Continue reading →

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Spirit Week Boards

Posted on October 27, 2021 by njain23

Part of NA’s Spirit Week competition is the spirit boards challenge, where volunteers from each grade paint one of the big boards based on the grade theme. Congratulations to the seniors for winning the challenge and remember to check out … Continue reading →

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“Swamped,” a Personal Narrative by Zinnia Magill ’24

Posted on October 19, 2021 by azhou22

Enjoy this personal narrative below, which was written by Zinnia Magill from the Class of 2024 for her Creative Writing class. You’re looking at a picture someone drew. It’s a person sitting in a chair. They’resitting inside they’re own mind … 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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“Pandemic Puppies” by Lily Sternlieb ’24

Posted on January 26, 2021 by azhou22

Read freshman Lily Sternlieb’s touching reflection on the events that strengthened the connections within her neighborhood. Pandemic Puppies We used to have block parties. Kids rode scooters clumsily up and down the streets, their rusty wheels creating more sparks than … Continue reading →

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“As Any Mother Would,” Personal Narrative by Justin Baker ’24

Posted on November 3, 2020 by Stella Gilbert

As Any Mother Would It was the quietest car ride. My sister glared through the window, expressionless. My dad was depressingly slouched in the driver’s seat. My mom kept her hand over her eyes, appearing hopeless. While the voices in … Continue reading →

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Portrait Sketches by Sophie Zhou ’24

Posted on November 3, 2020 by azhou22
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Poetry Week: “Playground” by Tiana Evans ’24

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Flannery James

Playground This was never fair,From the beginning nor towards the end.It will never be.I recognize that as I look around me;they recognize it too.But what is it worth for them to care.  As I walk around, My sneakers squeaking along the … Continue reading →

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