Artist of the Week: Hazel Peel

Artist Bio: Hazel Peel is often very busy — she is in 4H and several other extracurriculars. She likes working on art because it helps calm her mind. Peel has enjoyed making artwork for almost her entire life. Peel’s advice for other aspiring artists: “It’s okay to struggle through it. It won’t look perfect immediately; art never does, but that’s the beauty of it.” (Artist … Continue reading Artist of the Week: Hazel Peel

Holiday music returns to Saegertown stage

By Alaina Merchant, staff writer “Hark how the bells, sweet silver bells, all seem to say ‘throw cares away.’” Nothing beats holiday music, and on Dec. 19, the band and chorus will host their annual holiday concert in the auditorium at 7 p.m.  Members of the band and chorus programs, led by Mrs. Angela Graham, will perform pieces they have been rehearsing since the beginning … Continue reading Holiday music returns to Saegertown stage

Artist of the Week: Kylie Benek

Artist Bio: According to Kylie Benek’s parents, she has been drawing ever since she knew how to hold a pencil. While some artists may get frustrated when their work doesn’t turn out as expected, it is one of her favorite parts of the creative process. Whenever she is not working on art, she likes to play guitar and ukulele, and participate in a group at … Continue reading Artist of the Week: Kylie Benek

SPA continues social events 

By Celeste Eback, Website Editor, and Zorian Edwards, Multimedia and Features Editor SPA (Saegertown Pride Alliance) kicked off the new school year with a Halloween Unity Meet on Oct. 25 and a field trip at Lost Lanes in Cambridge Springs on Nov. 15. Students who attended the Unity Meet enjoyed activities of Just Dance, trivia, and writing.  “I feel the Unity Meet went well, although … Continue reading SPA continues social events 

Artist of the Week: Alivia Sivik

Artist Bio: When Alivia Sivik watched other people in her family draw, she decided to try it out for herself. She enjoys drawing because she finds it soothing. Whenever she is not drawing, you can usually find her outdoors hunting or riding horses. Sivik’s advice for other aspiring artists: “It’s not always easy, but definitely practice every day. Look up reference pictures and tutorials if … Continue reading Artist of the Week: Alivia Sivik