By JohnCarl McGrady, Editor in Chief Over the last few years, many students at Nantucket High School (NHS) have experienced racism on school grounds, sources both on and off the record confirm, including at least one alleged instance involving a teacher. The culmination of two years of research and investigation, this report highlights the experiences … Continue reading Student anecdotes highlight racism at NHS
NHS student, Veritas writer, is NYT essay contest runner-up
By Natalie Mack Nantucket High School (NHS) freshman, 13-year-old Anna Popnikolova, has been named a runner up in the New York Times’ second annual Personal Narrative Writing Contest, the youngest of 12 to achieve such recognition. This contest was open to all middle and high school students from ages 11 to 19. They were invited … Continue reading NHS student, Veritas writer, is NYT essay contest runner-up
Swim and Dive teams continue to dominate in virtual meets
By Maddie Iller Every local on island knows how well our Swim and Dive team thrives in the water. Our island breeds natural-born swimmers with raw talent and determination resulting in exciting battles with every competitor. Over the past years, the swim and dive teams have turned dull Nantucket winters into an exciting season where … Continue reading Swim and Dive teams continue to dominate in virtual meets
Ceramic mystery cows spark holiday cheer
By Maclaine Willett, Assistant News Editor Throughout the holidays and continuing on through this new year, the residents of Nantucket have taken interest in a new and interesting attraction popping up in areas all over the island. On a night in late December, two ceramic, life-size cows were moved from the yard of their owner … Continue reading Ceramic mystery cows spark holiday cheer
NPSK faculty gender divides exaggerate national trends
By Sarah Swenson, Assistant News Editor Teaching is a female-dominated career, with 76% of teachers nationally female, and only 24% male. On Nantucket, that divide is even greater, with 80.5% of teachers female and 19.5% male. Since the 19th century, when women began to enter the profession, the percentage of women in the field has … Continue reading NPSK faculty gender divides exaggerate national trends