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Current two-party system jeopardizes citizens’ natural rights
Jay Karandikar, X
Contributing Writer
Political parties as they exist today are a danger to our fundamental liberties, namely the freedom of political expression.
To understand why this is the case, it…
Does school stifle creativity? Quigley and Hynes debate
Henry Hynes, XI
Arts Editor
Before arriving at PDS in 9th grade, I attended the Middle School at the Princeton Hun School. Hun, although a prestigious school because of its academics…
Athlete of the Month: Jonny Walker
Robert Hrabchak, X
Contributing Writer
For the past four years, Jonny Walker has been a constant force at the top of PDS’s lineup. As a four-year varsity starter, Walker has had…
Recent successes propel PDS’s athletic program to new heights
Jacob Eisenberg, XI - Sports Editor
This past fall and winter, the PDS Athletic Program has experienced unprecedented success. After winning several championships, it is clear that sports programs at PDS are on…
This summer’s must-reads look to be an interesting collection
Natasha Rao, XI
Styles Editor
You do not need a costly plane ticket to travel the world during summer vacation—a book can effortlessly transport one anywhere. One can begin reading a…
New teachers reflect on their first year as PDS faculty members
Jack Laylin, X, Contributing Writer
Taking a job at a new school can be a stressful experience for teachers. They are faced with various challenges, such as crafting a curriculum, determining class…
Despite changes in faculty, PDS future looks bright
Eric Falcon, XII
Senior Writer
In my two years of writing for the Spokesman, I have weighed in on events happening all around the world, but I have never given myself the…
June 2011 — Public Editor challenges established Humor Section
Connor Gibson, XII
Public Editor
The Humor Section in its current incarnation is inherently flawed. In the case of last issue’s Humor Section, the Editors failed to publish articles that the…
June 2011 — Foggy administrative policies fail to outline privacy rights
Recently, a prospective teacher, upon being turned down from a position at PDS, sent a series of e-mails to students defaming another candidate.
This incident reinforced the need to use various forms…