I come to this website with over 20 years teaching experience. Journalism is my favorite class because it combines everything I love, including writing, reading, history, current events, and social activism. In the end, I hope...

Jeremiah Cao, a senior at Hall High School, and aspiring to go into Nursing, feels that writing about current events is a way to speak his thoughts on certain subjects.   Q: What are you thinking about doing after school...

Jozie Alter is a hard working, optimistic student at Hall High School taking journalism and will find interesting topics to write about. Q) what's your name and how do you spell it? A) my name is Jozie alter and I spell...

 Christina Dipietro is a varsity field hockey player for Hall. She knew Journalism would be an important class to take on this year to greater her ability to share her voice with the world. She is excited to read more about t...

Joshua Murphy, deeply involved in the world of theater and an avid traveler and conversationalist, is ready to take on controversial topics and enhance his writing by finding the truths within our society.  Q What do you thi...

Helena St. Arromand, a member of the National Honors Society and Sign Language National Honors Society, took journalism to help bring awareness to our school’s community about different things. What are your hobbies? I dance on a compe...

Jet Colton is an actor and musician who hopes to inform readers through entertaining writing.  Q: Why did you take journalism?  A: Out of the options I was given, it sounded like the class that would provide me the most f...

Max Debin, intends to master the art of journalism as he did the saxophone. Q: What are some of your interests or things that you do for fun? A: I enjoy practicing my saxophone or playing video games Q: What is your top...

Sam Lumelsky, a noted chess player, is making a move towards journalism.  Q1: Where did you grow up? A: At first, it was me, my mom, and my dad in a little apartment in Farmington. Then we moved to a house when my little ...

Will didn’t know much about journalism before joining the class, but he new that we would learn about current events and he enjoyed that he would have the opportunity to share this information with others through his writing...

Chase Maxwell loves playing video games and listening to music, but there's more to him than meets the eye. Q: What do you guys want to do after high school? A: Go to college and then hopefully go to law school, I've made it...

Seth Skuba, a senior exploring his options after high school with journalism Q: What are some of your interests or things that you do for fun? A: I enjoy golfing and playing basketball with my friends or playing video gam...

Allie Tofil is a passionate and creative senior at Hall High School. She hopes to work with children who have special needs, where she can make a difference in their lives.  Q: What are your interests and hobbies?  A: I am very passio...

Evan Elmore a senior here at hall high school passionate about photography and video editing. Q: What are your goals for the future? Start a business of my own type like a photography or videography business. Q: What ...

Will Patchen is a senior journalism student who writes for Hall Highlights. He likes to play basketball, tennis, and spend time with family and friends during his free time. Q: Why did you take journalism? A: I took journalism because not only am I really ...

Erin Rogorzenski was very excited when she signed up for journalism because she knew it was going to be fun, and she would be very interested in the topics that you learn about.  Q: What made you interested in journalism? Was it in...

Juan Montoya, a senior and student athlete at Hall High School, wants to use his writing to spotlight spring sports and spark conversation among others.  Q: What's your next step after high school? A: I want to go to a fou...

Tony Ortiz, a senior wrestling captain at Hall, looks to voice his opinions and write about sports smad current events. Q: Do you participate in any sports? A: Yea, I wrestle in the winter here at Hall and wrestle for a club team the rest o...

Julia Watters, a senior and tennis player at Hall, choose to take journalism as her final English class, and is excited to take on a new style of writing.   Q: What are some of your favorite things to do outside of school...

Ethan is a 12th grader attending Hall High School and he is currently studying journalism in order to speak about his interests and implement them within the school.   Q: What are your favorite topics to write about in terms of jour...

Kendra Kane, 17 year old senior at Hall High School, is an avid reader and likes to think that she's funny.  In Journalism, she is hoping to put those qualities on Google Doc, and become a better writer because of it. Q: Wh...

Uri Noiman, is a student and captain for an Indore track, who plans to spread awareness about important issues and why it is important to act out of love and not anger through the newspaper. How do you fill your time outsid...

Daniel Pasternak, a senior at Hall High School is motivated to play soccer throughout his life. He aspires on becoming a general manager in the future. Without the love for soccer and sports, Daniel wouldn't be the person he is...

Sam Sandler, a passionate person in the athletic field hopes to find something that is worth wild. The captain of the track team wants to pursue his dream of being a coach and has people behind him that will guide him through th...

  Derek Williams, announcer extraordinaire, entered high school prepared to make new friends and persevere to reach his goals. Q: What interests you? A: Mainly acting along with other things. I enjoy quality time in...

Grant Kanaga, a varsity athlete and captain, was required to take one final English class so he chose Journalism to take on a new challenge and way of writing.  Q: What’s your favorite thing/things to do outside of school? ...

Sam Epstein, a passionate filmmaker, is ready to bring her ideas and opinions to life through the Hall Record. She enjoys personal journaling as an outlet for her daily life, and wants to take her writing skills to the next leve...

Eric Diaz is a lifelong football player who is taking journalism in order to socialize and voice his opinions. He’s also a  big family guy and loves spending time with his family.   Q: What is the biggest lesson you’ve taken...

Elizabeth Carnemolla aspires to pursue a career in psychology, focusing on pediatric behavioral health. She wishes to be able to help children with developmental disabilities, and learn more about family dynamics. Elizabeth is a...

Adam Ezovski, an inspired student-athlete looking to major in business, plans to write about sports and other topics of interest around the Hall community.  Q: Why did you take journalism? A: When I first heard about Journalism being offered...

Dylan Albanese is a hard-working student determined to learn more about journalism. He's looking to prove his worth by writing informational sports stories for the world to read.  Q: Who is someone in your family that you...

James Birbara, a senior tennis captain and cross country runner, plans to report on sports and events happening around Hall. Q: Who is your hero? A: [British Formula One driver] Lewis Hamilton. I just think he is really inspiring...

Alejandro Clemente knows his calling is joining the Navy. A determined Hall Wrestler, Alejandro follows his passions and is ready to bring his opinions to Hall Record.  Q: Where do you see yourself in five years? A: I will be ...

Sophia is a 18 year old highschool student that plays softball and field hockey. She loves her Father, animals, and wants to take her next step in life by going to college to study nursing. Q: Who would you say is the most inspiring p...

As a 2023 senior, Gabby’s writing in the Hall Record will focus on controversial topics within the school; ongoing debates, school policy, and that of which lies in the interests of the student body most. Q: What are your ...

Adeline Stanton, computer science ambassador and music lover, plans to write about mental health in order to bring change to schools. Q: What passions do you have and why? Do you wish to pressure your passions? A: I am passionate ...

Angelo Culmo 17, Hall Hall high school student who wants to be a better writer for college and enjoys playing football and basketball. It is his dream to leave high school and live a bright and happy life with his family. Q:What...

Sophia, a senior at Hall high school, has always been interested in art but has recently found a liking for pottery and wants to open a pottery business in the future. She wants to become a better writer and work on her writing ...

Alan Diaz, a chill Chick-fil-A lover, hopes to write about mental health and help inform people about current issues by sharing his opinion on important topics. Q: Why did you take journalism? What do you hope to get out o...

Rayne Romayko, an experienced writer, is determined to educate others about the LGBTQ+ community and remind people there is more than what we are taught in a heteronormative society. Q: What is your favorite out-of-school activ...

Ben Gerken, a hockey captain and lacrosse player at Hall High School finds success while battling through school, sports, and being a leader of Blue Reign. Q:  Why did you decide to take Journalism? A: I like to write because i...

Alexa Birbara, a field hockey lover and Taylor Swift enthusiast enters Journalism with a plan to spotlight girls’ sports here at Hall.  Q: Who are your favorite teachers? A: Mrs. Gangi from freshman year and Dr. Boucher. They are...

Tanner Cohane, a hockey player at Hall, seeks to expose the truths that lie hidden in our school. Coming from a family of journalists,  he has a lot to bring to Hall record.  Q: What are your hobbies outside of school?  A: The main hob...

Blake Bouley, Senior, has entered journalism to write about what matters most. Q: Who was someone you have looked up to since you were young? A: Probably my mom, she is smart, a real go-getter, and never backs down. Q...

Matheson Spillane, president of the Feminist Coalition and computer science ambassador, plans on writing about girls’ sports. Q: What are some of you interests? A: I love playing lacrosse; I'm going to be a captain this...

Jasper Royce-Day, a current senior at Hall High School, is currently learning the ways of Journalism to cover pieces he finds interesting or impactful to the school community. Q: What are some achievements that you have achieved in the four...

Michael Mack, a senior at Hall, plans to write about science and mental health, and strives to become a Science teacher. Q: Who is someone you look up to? A: “Probably my grandparents. They’re like always telling m...

Im coming to this website on my last year of High School at Hall High. My name is Elijah lewis I love math class I like how I have to do problems step by step and I have to put my mind into all the problem, I enjoy drawing, playing...

 Michael Harrington had one thing in mind when asked what he will do as a journalist: to advocate for change. Q: Why are you taking Journalism? A: I am taking Journalism because it gives you a wide range of a lot of subjects yo...

Sean is a Junior at Hall High School. He has written for the Hall Scientific Journal during softmore year and now writes for the Hall Highlights Newspaper. Sean is a part of Hall Track and Cross Country, Mock Trial, and Integration...

Lede: Julianna is an aspiring stage manager, who has spent the last four years devoting her time to the arts.  Q: Why did you want to take Journalism? A: I knew I wanted to take journalism because I like writing and being informed is ...

he has wanted to serve his country through the army. Q. If you could write a story about anything in the world, what would you write it about? A. Probably the military because it’s one of my passions. Q. What branch of...

Tim, born in West Hartford,  got passionate about journalism because he wants to spread the word about modern topics, even though, nowadays, many of these might be really upsetting. Q: What is important to you in your life?  ...

Hailey attends Hall High School and is taking Journalism because she likes learning, and writing about first world events. She values her friends and family the most.  Q: Why did you decide to take journalism?  A: I prefer to wr...

Hudson Hollander, a student athlete, signed himself up for journalism knowing it would be challenging, but he was prepared for the battle. Q: What are your favorite interests and hobbies? A: I enjoy all types of sports....

As a 2023 senior, Elizabeth enjoys living her life as a teen: playing sports, spending time with friends, following trends. Her focus in the Hall Record lies to that of which interests the student body most. Q: What are your pla...

Q: why did you choose to take journalism and how do you think it will help you? A:I chose to do journalism because I think I'm a good writer and I think that when I'm very passionate about a topic I can write very good and  ...

Lede: Leilani Caez is navigating how to connect her new knowledge of Journalism to her passion for nursing. Q: What impacts does Journalism have on your life? A: It informs me about things going on in the world that I wouldn’t h...

Mollie Reynolds, a well-rounded student, is interested in pursing aviation. She strives to use her voice in Journalism to represent women in male-dominated fields. Q: What were your first impressions of Journalism? A: I went ...

Q: Do you like writing? Explain why or why not. A: I like writing because, you know, it helps me kinda see what I’m thinking on paper and although I don’t write that much. I know it can help open your mind a little bit a...

Despite his eagerness to try new things,  Aaron Sandler knew his high school journalism class would not be as easy as track, but athletes like him don’t give up easily. Q:  Why do you like to write? A: I like to write because it ...

Veronica is an exchange student from Italy, who has many interests, including art, languages, music, history and especially writing, which is the reason why she decided to take journalism. Where were you born? I was born in Italy, ne...

Q: What is your name? A: Owen Miller: My name is Owen Miller, and it's spelled O-W-E-N Q: What are your favorite interests and hobbies? A: Owen Miller: I really like playing hockey and table tennis is pretty fun. Q: Wha...

Alex Kowalsky is in his last year as a Senior at Hall High School. He divides his free time between school and hanging with his friends. Q: Why did you take this class? A: I heard from some of my friends that it was inte...

Lede: Devin Melick, Hall track member sprints towards a new adventure called Journalism. Q.What are some of your interests or things that you do for fun?  I enjoy the workout. Like after school, I work out every day. I like to play s...

Noah Kallor is a senior at Hall High School. He’s run track for the past 4 years and likes to go golfing in his free time. He entered journalism to get closer and more involved with the Hall environment. Q: What are your hobbies? A: I like watch...

When 17-year-old Dan Moleti, a gifted athlete, signed up for Journalism, he knew one thing: he would be the reporter this school needed.  Q: What are some of your hobbies? A: I like to watch sports, and play basketball Q...

Naz is a senior in high school and is currently learning the ways of Journalism to cover pieces he finds interesting or impactful to the school Q: Why are you interested in journalism? A: I choose this class to get a sense...

Logan a Senior wants to study with a focus on psychology in the future to learn more about herself and others. Her Goal is to go to college and be successful.  What are some of your current hobbies? I love makeup, I got ...

Shannon Kappes, a senior at Hall, is a member of the swimming and lacrosse teams, and looks forward to writing about sports and mental health in Journalism. Q: Do you participate in any clubs or sports? A: I do swimming in the ...

Brigid Bernoski is a strong and intellectually curious teen who has developed self-confidence through her various activities and is proud of advocating for others and herself. Q: What is one word that best describes you? A...

Sophie enjoys horseback riding outside of school and consumes journalism almost every day. She took the class because she feels journalism was what seemed the most interesting and essential.  Q: What are your post-High School Plans? ...

George is a Senior at Hall High School and is a captain of the swim team, who has an interest in sports journalism, so he joined this class with the intent of pursuing journalism and gaining more knowledge.   Q-What does y...

Colin Fairchild is a self-driven student-athlete who always finds ways to push himself to new limits, both academically and athletically. He is currently taking journalism and is excited to write about the different issues he f...

Mark Zadi, a student at Hall High School who is currently looking into journalism and aiming to make sure that all students stay informed about relevant issues. Q: What is your name and what are your pronouns? A: Mark Zadi...

Hayden Smith wants to go into psychology for future jobs, and Journalism is something that is sure to help her with that. Q: Why did you take journalism? A: I needed the credit and I heard good things about the class, um some of my frien...

Harry Nelson is taking Journalism to aid in his passion for sports and business. He loves to be with friends and family and hopes to show them more in depth pieces by the end of this course.  What is something that you are passionate abou...

Jordan Kates is a man with many hobbies and passions. He has self-taught himself subjects ranging from wild animals to LEGO. Jordan is truly a person who loves learning and using the knowledge he gains from it.  Q: What hob...

Josie is the dynamic powerhouse of Hall Lowlights. Much like the mitochondria, she powers the section by writing and editing laugh-out-loud funny articles. In her free time, she likes running, hanging out with friends, and craf...

Xander Gish is a 17 year old senior who enjoys reading and playing video games in his free time. He wants to pursue journalism for the chance to interview interesting people.   Q: What made you the person you are tod...

Erick Barbosa, A 17-year-old senior at Hall. He likes to stay active and work out, But also has plans to write about things he believes matter, and wants you to know Q: What do you plan on writing about? A: About things that ac...

Laitham Arias, 17, invested in sports and journalism, wants to change William Hall High School for the better. Q: What are your interests when it comes to journalism? A: Sports and news about school. I would like to inf...

Jacob Giangreco, senior,  is going to start his journalism journey by writing about sports and many different current events. Q: What did you want to get out of taking journalism?   A: I’d say learning how to advocate for the topic...

  Archie Agreda is a senior at Hall High.  His plan for the future is to attend UTI and study auto mechanics and welding.  He is not sure where a journalism class will take him, but will welcome the opportunity. Q: Wh...

Chris Ortiz, a starting corner back in football, is ready to lock down all false stories and speak his mind.    Q: Why did you decide to take Journalism? A: It seemed like an easy-flowing class and I have an interest in writing and speak...

CJ Cohen is prepared to undertake the world of journalism as it relates to his most passionate subject: sports. Before transitioning to college, he hopes to continue down his own path of playing lacrosse while, most of all, be...

Kevin Brown is hard working and caring student attending Hall High School with a plan to commit to journalism. He is first trying to navigate his way to find the field and find out what he's most passionate about. Q: What's ...

Sam, a senior at Hall High school, is an active player on the football team. He also likes journalism and wants to major in sports journalism post-high school. Q: Where will you be in 10 to 20 years? A: Hopefully in 10 to...

Jack Barter, a computer science expert, speaks on journalism as a whole in hopes of shedding light on his perspective of the world. Q: What are your thoughts on journalism as a whole? A: I... see journalism as a very sensitive p...

Ahmed Ahmed is an athletic 17-year-old that enjoys spending time with friends and intends to become an engineer.    Q- Why did you decide to take Journalism? A- I decided to take Journalism because it is important...

  Caleb Lou, a 17-year-old Senior attending Hall High School, is ready to report on news ranging from our school to current events in our world.  Q: What is something you are passionate about?   A: I th...

Daniela, a senior at Hall High School and an avid member of the Girls' soccer team, is passionate about helping others and bringing light to social issues both in and outside the Hall community. Q: What are your interests in and out of school, an...

Jalen Artis dives head-first into the deep end of journalism. Learning how his miniscule experiences with journalism previously, can better help his understanding of the world around him; as well as the world within him. Envisi...

Parth Sampat is an active senior who runs on the Hall cross country and track team and enjoys watching sports.  Parth is uncertain about what he wants to write about, but he is excited to learn a new perspective on journalism...

Amani has been writing for Hall Highlights since last year, when she joined as a freshman. Now she's a sophomore, and the new Arts and Culture Section Editor.  She's looking forward to writing about what's happening at school...

Caroline Keating, an art enthusiast and loyal member of numerous clubs at Hall, elected this class to improve her writing skills and engage more effectively with her fellow students through writing that would bring light to many pre...

Samantha Golas is passionate about many things, but is going to take the opportunity of journalism to speak on mental health, something she feels is misapprehended at Hall High School. Q: What are some things you like to do in your fr...

Addison O'Connell is a 17 year old senior at Hall High school, passionate about field hockey, as the schools captain and goalie. She plans on addressing what really goes on within the walls of Hall High.  Q: What is something...

Maya Wolpaw is a Junior at Hall High School. She has written for the paper as a Staff Writer during her Sophomore year, and this year is Hall Highlight's Editorials Editor. Maya enjoys all things writing, reading and pretty much...

Clara Sorkin is an avid writer and journalist. She loves reporting on current events and topics that Hall students can relate to.  When she's not writing , she's with friends, shopping, or baking. Being a member of the Hall Highlights...

Baylee Krulewitz is a Hall student who's very passionate about all things words! When she's not writing, you can find her hanging out with friends or shopping. She also considers herself an avid foodie. She can't wait to explore...