By Tommy Roche, Managing Editor/News April 12, 2021
The new reopening model for Pelham Memorial High School is deeply flawed.
I have no doubt that significant time and effort went into creating this plan. However, that is not an excuse for the overly...
Members of the Pelham Board of Education have insisted that they are committed to ending racist practices and institutions within the district's schools, even going so far as to commission a report by...
As a student, PMHS’ decision to return to full in-person learning comes with several safety concerns.
I personally have concerns about the safety of myself and peers in the building. The use of hallways...
Last year this month, Pelham schools closed their doors to students and teachers for a single day as the district assessed the budding threat of Covid-19. We had no way of knowing that the temporary closure...
By Katja Fair, Assistant Managing Editor/Photos March 17, 2021
High school is like the Olympics.
It begins with your freshman year when you light the torch of academic stress and start the competition. It is an energy drink and Dunkin' cappuccino-fueled competition...
Of all the catastrophes of our time, one that remains consistently in the news is the refugee crisis. Whether it's those searching for safety from conflict in the Horn of Africa, fleeing drug cartels in...
By Ulysses Conrad, Opinions and Ideas Editor February 1, 2021
The Pelham Memorial High School language department has decided to not administer the National Language Exam this year. But not only are the presumed reasons for doing so flimsy at best, but the decision...
Since 1976, February has been celebrated as National Black History Month. We use this time to honor the brave activists who fought against racial discrimination and oppression, as well as the artists,...
Last week we witnessed the historic inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris—affirming the strength and resiliency of American democracy. However, I was disappointed to learn that staff...
Times are difficult for everyone, and of course, we’re always concerned first and foremost about our children. That said, teens are often moody, can appear disinterested and/or disconnected from the...
Some Pelham parents believe going to "the woods" is a rite of passage for Pelham students, but that’s not an excuse for the reckless, dangerous and illegal behavior kids take part in at Split Rock Golf...
When I was in second grade, I watched "High School Musical." It was the first time I remember being excited about high school. In 2017, I graduated fifth grade. The feeling I felt receiving my "diploma"...
