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Blue Gold Bingo through a Screen

Ally L. '24, Reporter May 14, 2021

B-4 the start of Covid-19, Padua had many traditions such as the annual Blue Gold Bingo. Blue Gold is an organization that helps to support individuals with cognitive disabilities. They work with other...

These are 4 Inclusivity clubs at Padua. I feel like it is [our] responsibility to make sure everyone has a place,” said Mrs. Vavala.

Inclusivity Activities at Padua

Samantha K. '24, Reporter May 13, 2021

The four pillars to the Padua society are spirituality, scholarship, service, and sisterhood. The fourth pillar of sisterhood is one of the strongest core elements of life at Padua. The community at Padua...

Some of the protocols that the Editors Guild, the union that Garcia and Duran are a part of, put in place to keep the cast and crew on production sets safe.

Producing Movies During a Pandemic

Emily H. '23, Reporter May 13, 2021

The pandemic has taken a toll on almost every industry. But there was one industry that was hit especially hard: the film industry. Eduardo Garcia is a film producer in Los Angeles. He was inspired to...

Sabatina learned many lessons over her time in high school. “...Ever since you start at Padua, work hard now because it pays off later,” she said.

Valedictorian and Salutatorians Reflect on Their Padua Careers

Abigail C. '21, Editor-In-Chief May 13, 2021

A few months ago, Padua announced its Valedictorian and Salutatorian. The Valedictorian is the person with the highest grade-point average (GPA) over their four years of high school, up to the first semester...

Danielle Sabatina: Dancer and Salutatorian

Maddie T. '21 May 12, 2021

Senior Danielle Sabatina proves many things are possible with just a little hard work and determination, as she has been successful in managing both dance and school. After dancing for over 10 years, Sabatina...

A sign on the ramp from Jackson Street to I-95 warns of the construction ahead. Work began in March 2021 and is projected to end in Fall 2023.

I-95 Construction Raises Questions of Safety vs. Convenience

Emily M. '22 May 7, 2021

For Wilmington residents, students, and workers, Interstate 95 is a common sight and part of the daily commute as the East Coast highway runs directly through the city. Built in the 1960s, the highway’s...

KPs employees pose for a picture. They are, from left, Melissa Gioaa, Brianna Parnes, Kimberly Costalas, Jackie Mraz, and Alicia Leonardo.

How a Local Medspa Operates During COVID-19

Gia Z. '24 May 6, 2021

KP Aesthetics, a popular spa located in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, was shut down for three months due to the coronavirus pandemic and had to get Business Insolvency Help due to too much revenue lost...

Amelia Maguire 24 and Kaitlyn Mark 21 win the Halloween Costume Contest  as Daphne and Velma from Scooby Doo.

Big Sister, Little Sister Tradition Continues Virtually

Erin R. '21 May 4, 2021

The Big Sister, Little Sister Program has been a staple of any student’s freshman and senior years at Padua. Many events such as “breakfast and beanies,” the Christmas gift auction, Halloween Kahoots,...

Julia Querey (right) poses with the state title championship trophy.

Track & Field Team Wins 9th Consecutive State Title During Pandemic

Tiara N. '23 May 3, 2021

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run everyday with a mask on your face? What it is like to compete in meets in the frigid and icy-cold weather during a pandemic? How would you overcome this...

Leah Gentilotti completes a service project at the beach alongside her peers. While this service opportunity was in person, many students resorted to virtual activities.

Searching for Service

Julia T. '24 April 30, 2021

Being one of the four pillars, service plays an important role within the student life of Padua. According to the data collected this year by school service clubs, students recorded a total of 119,023...

A few scenes from the past year.

Covid-19 – One Year Later – Students Reflect on Their Experiences During Covid

On March 13th, 2020, Padua Academy received notice that school would be transitioning to a virtual schedule for two weeks.  Two weeks turned to four and then eventually to the end of the school year....

“Tenet” Proves Strange but Spectacular

Emily M. '22 March 11, 2021

Mind-bending, action-packed, and shocking, “Tenet” offered viewers a chance to return to the theaters for another masterpiece from director Christopher Nolan. Terrific acting coupled with meticulous...

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