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The White Lily Mass booklets sit at the entrance as family members found their seats. Guests waited for their student to process down the center aisle with their fellow sophomores.

Sophomores Begin New Tradition at St. Anthony’s

Claire M. '23, Reporter October 23, 2021

While freshmen have Freshman Convocation and juniors have Junior Ring Mass, sophomores now have a tradition of their own. The White Lily Mass is a new celebration for the sophomores to fill the gap between...

Mrs. Fundakowski hands out a test to her Honors Chemistry students. After an unexpected resignation, she and Dr. McClory stepped up to teach two chemistry sections each.

Dr. McClory, Mrs. Fundakowski Return to Teaching Roots

Emily M. '22, Editor-in-chief October 17, 2021

When a teacher resigned unexpectedly over the summer, the Science Department was without someone to teach four sections of chemistry. That is, until Principal Dr. McClory and Vice Principal Mrs. Fundakowski...

Sophomores Kelsey Wolff and Reese Flanagan share a laugh on the way to their next class.

Sophomores Begin First Full Year of High School

Jane M. '23, Reporter October 15, 2021

Due to COVID-19, the Class of 2024 started their high school career only attending in-person class twice a week. In a way, the sophomore class is truly in their second freshman year, since this is their...

This flyer is posted outside Francesca’s at Christiana Mall along with many others advertising that the store is in need of employees. Padua student workers were greatly affected by the shortage of employees.

Employee Shortage Overwhelming Student Workers

Claire M. '23, Reporter October 14, 2021

The ongoing labor shortage has indeed taken a toll on businesses nationwide, with Delaware experiencing a staggering 16 percent increase in unemployment rates in June 2020. Although this number has decreased...

Freshmen Hannah McGuigan and Mia Laudien pose with their shadows Katie and Charlotte. They shadowed on September 27th.

Doors Reopened to Eighth-grade Visitors

Luciana T. '25, Reporter October 12, 2021

After a year without eighth-grade visitors, Padua has opened up their doors to the Class of 2026. This September and October, girls will be able to get an inside look of what it is like to be a Panda....

Visitors fill the hallways on their way to the next room. Throughout their tour, they had the chance to look at all the buildings features.

Prospective Students Tour Padua at Open House

Madison M. '25, Reporter October 8, 2021

For the first time in two years, visitors filled the hallways for Open House. On September 26, Padua welcomed many families and prospective students for tours of the building. Many current students and...

Freshman Anuradha Dole gives her speech in front of her homeroom class.  Dole is one of the Student Council representatives for this year.

Students Vote for Representatives and Officers

Paisley D., Reporter October 7, 2021

When it comes to elections for Student Council, each class has unique ways of entering candidates into the contest and voting for members. This year’s representatives and officers have been chosen by...

Spectators filled the stands for the first home volleyball game of the season against St. Marks. This was the first time the gym was open to full capacity during the pandemic.

Fans Return to the Stands

Bridget M. '25, Reporter October 6, 2021

Spectators are back at Padua home games after not being permitted in the gym for over a year. Due to COVID restrictions, the spectators at home game were not allowed in the building to watch the teams...

A freshman receives a yellow rose bud from Dr. McClory at Freshman Convocation. Students and families gathered to celebrate the beginning of their high school journey.

Class of 2025 Starts Return to Normalcy with Convocation

Maggie P. '22, Reporter October 5, 2021

During a student’s time at Padua Academy, they will receive a yellow rose at three major milestones: one at Baccalaureate, one at Junior Ring Mass, and the first at Freshman Convocation. Each student...

The sun shines on Seans House, located on Main Street in Newark. The blue and yellow stairs represent University of Delaware colors.

Sean’s House Story Impacts Students

Sophia M. '25, Reporter October 1, 2021

Sean's House is a safe space for young adults aged 14 to 24 who need mental health help or want to learn more about the topic. One year ago today, it was created by SL24 Unlocke the Light, a non-profit...

From left, Padua freshman Lauren Perry, Salesianum senior Carmen Rafalli, and Ursuline seniors Amina Hsi and Briarra Barnes rehearse a scene before opening night. They performed outside and masked to follow pandemic restrictions.

Salesianum Revives In-person Theater for Spring Musical

Emily M. '22 June 9, 2021

Masked and mic’d, actors at Salesianum School Theater (SST) recently stepped onto the stage in front of a live audience for the first time since the pandemic began. Although in a new setting outdoors,...

Liz Rolph 23 poses with the different ice cream flavors at Sweet Lucys Ice Cream Shop.

Working 5 to 9: The Part-time Jobs of Padua Students

Erin R. '21 June 6, 2021

Getting a first job is an important step in many students’ high school careers. As COVID restrictions are beginning to lessen, many businesses are now hiring and some Padua students are taking advantage...

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