The Spectrum
The Student Newspaper of Nyack High School
We have had an interesting year, to say the least. On top of a global pandemic, Australian bushfires, killer bees, and nationwide protests, we witnessed one of the most important elections in the United States’ history.
By Ava Eliasson and Julianne Pelcak
The public has waited in anticipation of an antidote for COVID- 19, and, since March, several pharmaceutical companies have been working towards this goal.
By Demain Choi
For Tibetan Buddhists, there exists a meditational practice called tonglen which strives to enhance compassion by meditating upon suffering....
This recipe is so yummy, warm, and perfect for winter and autumn coziness!
By Ella Stevens
When I heard the news, I was actually in a Zoom class. While someone was presenting, another student unmuted and told us Joe Biden had just gained enough electoral votes to be president. Everyone on the call had an emotional reaction and began celebrating, crying, and completely forgetting that we were in class. Luckily, we were recording the zoom call, so we will have our live reactions to keep forever! Some Nyack High School students shared their election day stories as well...
“My holiday quarantine plans are to be with my family as much as possible. My family is one that loves to be together and loves to have fun. Whenever there is an obstacle that would normally keep us apart, we always find an alternative because that’s how much family means to us. We enjoy each other’s presence and we love to bring joy to each other through games, food, and music. I can’t wait for another family get-together.” - Marlon Prince, senior
By Talia Reiss
When I was eleven years old, my sixth grade English teacher assigned a project that required me to write a resume from the perspective of any famous person. Upon my mother’s suggestion, I chose Ruth Bader Ginsburg. By the time I had finished my research, I was inspired. Four years later, I can say with conviction that Ruth Bader Ginsburg was one of my greatest inspirations.
Each year Transgender awareness month is a time to acknowledge, uplift, and celebrate trans men and women. The transgender community is being targeted all over the world, and in November trans people and allies alike strive to raise their visibility. Here are 10 things you should know as an ally.
I’m sure everyone is tired of hearing about the ways COVID is changing nearly every aspect of our lives, but one thing Nyack isn’t willing to let go of is our annual Hallway Decorating, a way to spark a sense of unity, along with some competition, across every grade. Each grade’s elected student council picks a winter theme and gets one afternoon to turn their assigned school hallway into a winter wonderland, if you will. From Aloha-holiday to Polar Express to The Grinch, we have seen some great themes throughout the years. Unfortunately, it won’t be possible for us to decorate all together in school this year, but the student government has come up with some great ways to keep the holiday spirit alive.