9th Grade Monologue

This term, the ninth grade English classes were asked to create monologues. It was different for both classes, Mr. Schloat's class was to compose a monologue inspired by a song that they love. And Ms. Keddy’s class was to write in the perspective of their instruments/object. We spent a month working on memorizing and performing in drama with Mrs. Ahern. This was a very special performance, because this is the first time in the three years since the global pandemic that ninth graders were to perform a monologue. It was a long standing tradition and as Mrs. Ahern said, “This was a tradition long before I was here.” We were all nervous at first, since some of us still had to work on memorization and becoming comfortable with being the only one on stage. We had to be careful of the speed at which we were talking, otherwise our words would not have been heard. Thinking about where to move and when was the right time to move was hard. The last few days before our performance was full of excitement and were highly strung. On the day of the performance, we got up and each of us did it with no problems at all. Some of us may have missed some lines but nobody noticed! We were relieved and happy that people enjoyed it. Good luck to the future ninth graders!

-Tianni Z. '23

Winter Wednesday

Do you know how to trot on a horse? How about grooming one? This winter, Horseback riders with varying experience levels drove up to R.E.R Ponies in Hatfield. Heather, the owner of R.E.R ponies, directed riders in how to lead, groom, and be around horses in the first week.

After that, you could typically find riders grooming, rotating around at interactive stations, and of course, horseback riding! They practiced walking at first (which is scarier than it looks!) and then moved up to a trot (also scary, but fun!). Steering and jumping position is demonstrated during each ride.

During these seven weeks, riders really got to know each horse and their personality, as well as which one is most suitable for them! “I like spending time with the horses and riding them is extremely fun,” says Grace C. ‘25. “If you don’t already ride, you definitely should. It’s a great experience.” Eleanor C. ‘25 adds.

-Nora B. '25

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