Articles by: The Choate News

Senior Soccer: More Than Meets The Eye

Senior Soccer: More Than Meets The Eye

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Reinah Lee ’26 In the midst of college apps, many sixth-form students gravitate towards Senior Soccer for their fall term sport. A popular pick, Senior Soccer is coached by French teacher Dr. Katie Jewett as well as English teachers Mr. John Cobb and Ms. Megan Shea on the soccerRead More

It Is Time We Abolish the Historic Senior Section

It Is Time We Abolish the Historic Senior Section

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Francesca Howard ’26 We’ve all been there: the dreaded walk through the senior section of the dining hall. As you make your way through the rows of tables, you feel every pair of eyes turn your direction, and sixth-formers seem to pierce straight through to the deepest parts ofRead More

For The Love of Hockey With Coach McGee

For The Love of Hockey With Coach McGee

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Gisele Yeung ’27 Coach Grace McGee balances multiple responsibilities on campus. She is the Girls’ Varsity Field Hockey Head Coach and Senior Associate Director of Admissions. In addition, she serves as an adviser and sits on several committees, including the Community Service Advisory.   Coach McGee grew up inRead More

36th Celebrate Wallingford Festival Spotlights Local Gems

36th Celebrate Wallingford Festival Spotlights Local Gems

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Rachel Fan ’27 Over the weekend of October 7-8, local residents and visitors united on Main Street and Center Street for the 36th biannual Celebrate Wallingford event. Continuing a tradition of nearly four decades, the event featured over 150 vendors, from local artisans showcasing their work to restaurants offeringRead More

WJAC Gets a Summer Roof Makeover

WJAC Gets a Summer Roof Makeover

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Proud Tangkaravakoon ’27 This summer, the roof of the Worthington Johnson Athletics Center (WJAC) received a revamp. The previous 30-year-old paneling that had begun deteriorating and developing leaks has now been replaced with insulated and translucent panels.  The School made the decision to use insulated translucent panels over glassRead More

Inclement Weather Hits CT

Inclement Weather Hits CT

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Ada Tieanworn ’26 Connecticut was thrust into a flood disaster on September 29 as a result of relentless rain over several consecutive days. The floods exacted a heavy toll across the state, with New Hartford and New Haven bearing the brunt of the consequences. The heavy rainfall also floodedRead More

Student Summit Builds Sportsmanship

Student Summit Builds Sportsmanship

October 16, 2023 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Roshan Desai ’26 Nine Wild Boars and Assistant Athletic Director Mr. Nolan Silbernagel represented Choate at the inaugural Founders League Student Summit, hosted by Miss Porter’s School, on Sunday, September 24.  “The whole idea was to come together and learn about leadership and building a healthy, competitive spirit amongstRead More