Hopkins School Features The Razor

Decades of Music: Commencement Songs

Anjali Subramanian ’22

Each year at Hopkins Commencement, one of the many school songs, such as “Marching Song,” “Pomp and Circumstance,” and “O Hopkins School,” is performed by musicians in Concert Choir and Orchestra.

From The Hill to the Real World: Majors and Careers

Emmett Dowd ’21

With the Hopkins school year coming to a close, the Class of 2019 is looking to what their future holds.

Hopkins Rallies Around Grilled Cheese

Katherine Takoudes ’20

On May 17, 2019, the Hopkins community rallied around the dining staff for the twelfth annual Jack Lubin Grilled Cheese Extravaganza.

Seniors Present Work at Project Fair

Julia Kosinski ’21

Each spring, seniors have the opportunity to design and orchestrate independent projects of their choice. The project process culminates in the Senior Project Fair at the end of the school year.

@OurSchoolStyle New on Instagram

Emmett Dowd ’21

Follow @ourschoolstyle on Instagram for many fashionable pictures of your classmates to see what clothes and styles are featured! The account includes pictures of many Hop students wearing different kinds of clothing and outfts.

Hopkins at CT Colt Poetry Contest

Izzy Lopez-Kalapir '20

On April 3, 2019, Hopkins students kicked of National Poetry Month by travelling to Rockville High School to participate in the 38th annual CT COLT (Connecticut Council of Language Teachers) Poetry Contest. Tey competed with over 500 students from 52 schools, and out of the 33 Hopkins students that attended, 18 were medalists in their divisions.

Hopkins Honors Day of Silence

Anjali Subramanian ’22

On April 12, the Hopkins community started off the day with an Assembly presentation led by Sexuality and Gender Advocates (SAGA) heads, Lexi Dawson ’20 and Fi Schroth-Douma ’19, to honor the Day of Silence.

Juniors Visit Colleges, Seniors Ofer Advice

Katherine Takoudes ’20

March Break: a time to relax, travel, and catch up on sleep. But for the class of 2020, the two week break also consisted of college visits to which they will apply in the fall.

Students React to Climate Change Initiatives

Julia Kosinski ’21

On March 15, thousands of students around the world skipped school to participate in rallies demanding action from their governments to mitigate climate change.

Bonchon with the Boys: A Food Review

George Kosinski '19, Assistant Voices Editor

Just a thirteen-minute drive from Hopkins, situated between shops and concert venues in New Haven’s bustling downtown area, Bonchon is the ultimate eatery for those in search of one particular food item: spicy Korean-flavored chicken wings.

Hopkins' Delightful Dining Staff

Connor Pignatello '19, Features Editor

Connor Pignatello ’19 has befriended Hopkins dining staff over the years in part due to his numerous allergies. The following is an interview with Head Chef Michael Hemby and Sous Chef Patrick Byrne.

Speaking of Speakers: A Reflection on Assembly Presenters

Lily Meyers ’20 and Veronica Yarovinsky ’20, Assistant Features Editors

What happens after we graduate from Hopkins?

Faculty Profile: Gabriela Gerstenfeld

Connor Pignatello ’19, Features Editor and Veronica Yarovinsky ’20, Assistant Features Editor

Spanish teacher, architect, math teacher, or linguist? Gabriela Gerstenfeld, a Spanish teacher on The Hill, gives us an insight into her adventurous life of teaching, designing, and travelling.

Hopkins Community Reflects on the Legacy of Presidents

Lily Meyers ’20, Assistant Features Editor and Emmet Dowd ’21

In honor of President’s Day, students and teachers share their views on the complex legacy of presidents.

Students Reflect on Political Discussion Series

Izabella Lopez-Kalapir ’20, Features Editor

On January 4, 2019, the Young Democrats and Young Republicans combined forces on a new project: the Hopkins Political Discussion Series, where the two clubs hosted a collaborative discussion on the topic of gun violence and methods of prevention.

Hopkins Students Review School Dances

Izzy Lopez-Kalapir ’20 Features Editor Sam Mason ’22

Throughout the year, Hopkins hosts several school dances, including Homecoming, Yule, and Sadie’s.

In the Mood for Some Holiday Food

Lily Meyers '20, Assistant Features Editor

Holiday food traditions can be a way to connect with family and friends, enjoy some of the extra free time during break, and, of course, eat some good food.