By: Jewel Dickerman As the year ends, millions of people across the United States and around the world gather to celebrate Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday that honors African heritage, community, and culture. Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is a time for reflection, pride, and togetherness. Celebrated from December 26 to January 1, Kwanzaa is…
By: Sutton Rizzo These Christmas ornaments are a great use of your time and would look great on your Christmas tree. Materials: · Cardboard · Glue · Yarn Step 1: Cut shapes for the ornaments from cardboard. · Cut out a cardboard circle for the wreath · Draw and cut out a cardboard star. Step…
Wallenpaupack swimmers cheering on their teammate Paul Cenusa during his 200IM By: Reagan Anderson This past week, the swim team traveled to Abington Heights pool. Instead of facing Abington Heights, they swam against Valley View. Valley View, like Paupack, does not have a pool. This is why both teams traveled to Abington. At the meet,…
By: Jewel Dickerman As winter nights grow longer, Jewish families around the world begin to celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights—an eight-day holiday filled with warmth, joy, and tradition. This year, Hanukkah brings together ancient history and modern celebrations, reminding people of the power of hope and perseverance. Hanukkah commemorates a miracle that took place more than…
By: Ty Lounsbury Although it is Christmas season, we shouldn’t forget about the other holidays this month. Did you know that Hannukah was this past Monday? Most people have heard of Hannukah, but here are some facts you might not know about it: · In addition to its spiritual and religious celebrations, Hanukkah celebrates…
By: Reagan Anderson Book by: Erin Morgenstern The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern was published in September of 2011. The genre of The Night Circus is romantic fantasy, with romance being a sub-plot. The book is an adult story that follows 2 magicians that compete against each other in a competition. The story between these…
By: Reagan Anderson Q- Why don’t we eat clowns at Hanukkah? A- Because they would taste funny.
Photo Shown (Left to Right)- Nathan Palenick, Ryan Kapschull, Owen Leming, Robert Kratzer, Ayden Blaut By: Bethany Day Santa’s Workshop just finished its’ 20th anniversary. On Friday, December 12, the Volunteers in Paupack set up its yearly Santa’s Workshop in the library, an event where students can come in and grab gifts for their…
By: Bethany Day The Wallenpaupack Area School District has many seniors who shine each in their own ways. A prime example of a bright student is Madeline “Addie” Struble, a student who is known as kind and dedicated to everything she is involved in. Addie joined the school district in the sixth grade and…
