The effect of COVID-19 on the Homeless
Maria S. '20, Reporter
May 23, 2020
The outbreak of the coronavirus has had major inpact on many people. Some of the people in the most need during this time are the homeless, especially those in cities like Philadelphia. According to the Office of Homeless Services for the City of Philadelphia, “around 5,700 are considered ...
Alternatives to Teaching In The Community
Maddie M. '23, Reporter
May 19, 2020
People around the world are going through an unprecedented time of confusion. This is a scary time and it’s hard to say what is going to happen in the future. Businesses, places of work, and schools are mostly closed as everyone is expected to stay in quarantine inside their houses where the only exc...
Student Driving: Get to Know Mrs. Krapf
Abigail C. '21, Reporter
February 22, 2020
For many high schoolers, learning to drive is a right of passage. Mrs. Krapf has guided Padua students through Driver’s Education since 2012. Krapf didn’t originally plan on teaching Driver’s Education. She went to college for Health and Physical Education then worked as a substitute teacher at...
UnLocking the Light
Mary M. '21, Reporter
February 22, 2020
On Thursday, February 6, the UnLocke the Light Foundation visited Padua and delivered an emotional, poignant, and powerful presentation on mental health. Not only did the presentation resurface important discussions about depression, suicide, and self-harm, but it emphasized something that many struggling...
92nd Oscars
Jordyn C. '20, Reporter
February 22, 2020
92nd Oscars Highlights The 92nd Oscars brought forth many talented artists and creativity presented in the past year’s works. Opening the show was Janelle Monae in her tribute to Mr. Rogers as she sang her own version of, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” Monae, wearing the signature red sweater,...
Firefly Lineup 2020
Maria S. '20, Reporter
February 15, 2020
Some of music's most iconic artists will be making an appearance at the Woodlands this June for the annual 4-day music festival, Firefly. On January 28th, Firefly released their lineup with 6 headliners including Rage Against the Machine, Billie Ellish, Halsey, Khalid, Blink-182, and Maggie Rogers. Kaitlyn...
Six Month Check-In With Dr. McClory
Abigail C. '21, Reporter
February 13, 2020
It’s been six months since Dr. Mary McClory stepped up to fill the big pink shoes Mrs. Mann left behind. She took time out of her busy schedule to look back at where those six months have brought her. Experience Before McClory was principal, she held many jobs around the school. She started as a sub...
Academic Bowl Meet: A Success
Mary M. '21, Reporter
February 6, 2020
Academic Bowl Meet: A Success On Thursday, January 30, the Academic Bowl team attended the much anticipated championship meet at Salesianum. Although the day was full of nerves and excitement, the team performed very well to attain third place in the competition. They successfully beat Saint Mark’s...
Spaghetti Dinner
Bella P. '23, Reporter
February 4, 2020
The 8th annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser was on Friday, January 24th. This year, it was raising money for the theater program’s production of Mamma Mia. To attend the event it cost $10 for students, $15 for adults, and $5 for children under 5. It began at 5:30pm. Those who went were treated to...
