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The Red & Black
The student news site of Patchogue-Medford High School

The Red & Black
The student news site of Patchogue-Medford High School

The Red & Black
All content by Alison Mckeough
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[Photo] Raider TV - season 5, episode 2

November 5, 2023
Welcome back to another great year! Ms. Scaldaferri's classes are in their 2023-2024 Era!

[Photo] A New Era Begins

September 8, 2023
Hi Barbie! Viewers flocked to the theaters this summer to see a record-breaking blockbuster, Barbie. Directed by Greta Gerwig, Barbie has grossed over 1 billion dollars.

[Photo] Summer 2023 Entertainment Recap

Tatiana Romero, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023
This year's homecoming theme is video games. The senior class constructed this bulletin for their chosen game, Mario Bros. In addition to Spirit Week, the classes write skits, build floats, and create bulletin boards to get our school ready for all of the events that make homecoming special in our district.

[Photo] What to Look Forward to this Homecoming Season

Sarah Terletsky, Editor in Chief
October 14, 2022
Protein-based snacks or fruits make perfect to-go options for students. For kids who have early or late lunch periods, it can be a challenge to maintain energy and focus on classes when you're hungry.

[Photo] Snacks for Student Sustainabability

Karen Gabel and Emma McCarthy
October 14, 2022
We checked in with our high school librarians to talk about plans to open the library to classes amid our current health and safety regulations.

[Photo] The High School Library is Back in Business: Everything You Need to Know

Yetunde Olagbegi, Editor in Chief
October 15, 2020
Yehaw Day brought some cowboys and cowgirls to the halls of PMHS.

[Photo] Spirit Week in the Halls of PMHS

Delaney Reh, Editor in Chief
October 24, 2019
If this student were awake, she'd tell you she's too tired to come to school today.

[Photo] Teenager Sleep Crisis

Nicole Socko, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
The four class bulletin boards were assembled just in time for Back to School night and to kick off this year's theme "Classic Disney."

[Photo] Welcome to Homecoming Week — Who’s Got the Spirit?

Ciara Mooney, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
Is class ranking one tradition PMHS would part with? Do the pros outweigh the cons when it comes to mental health?

[Photo] An Unhealthy Competition

Editorial Board, Contributor
October 16, 2019
Students at the high school were sent home early after a small fire started on the first floor. Although it was extinguished promptly by one of our deans, Mr. Marangi, the fire department still felt it would be best if the building were evacuated for the remainder of the day.

[Photo] Unplanned Early Dismissal

Delaney Reh and Isabella Scuteri
October 10, 2019
Freshmen students Savannah H. (right) and Ariana A. (left) navigating the halls of PMHS on their first day of high school.

[Photo] Your Guide to Surviving High School

Esmé Warmuth, Staff Writer
August 21, 2019
Senior, Delaney Reh, is the newest Editor in Chief for the Red & Black.

[Photo] Welcome Back!

Delaney Reh, Editor in Chief
September 5, 2019
Junior Journalism Day, hosted by the Red & Black and Mrs. Sullivan's Journalism class, invited students from the elementary & middles schools to participate in a full day of workshops and activities highlighting our program.

[Photo] Junior Journalists Takeover the Red & Black

April 4, 2019
During the icebreaker, students were encouraged to seek out information from their peers and report back like true journalists!

One of the breakout sessions included a visit to our Broadcast studio where students prepped to get behind the desk and film their own segment intros for Raider TV!

Some students even had the chance to work with our equipment behind-the-scenes of Raider TV!

Staff writers and reporters were on hand throughout the event to help collaborate with kids and teach them the ropes about student journalism.

[Photo] The Junior Journalism Day Experience

March 31, 2019
Some Journalism students waiting for kids to arrive from the elementary and middle schools for Junior Journalism Day!

Black History Month is a month of reflection on the vast contributions African-American culture has made on the growth and prosperity of our country.

[Photo] Black History Month

Sarah Varghese, Staff Writer
February 11, 2019
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[Photo] Top Ten News Stories of 2018

Delaney Reh, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
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[Photo] Top Ten Songs of 2018

Chelsea Goldberg, Staff Writer
January 9, 2019
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[Photo] Top Ten Movies of 2018

Jenna Potter, Assistant Editor
January 9, 2019
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[Photo] Top Ten Moments in Sports 2018

Tony Salamah, Sports Editor
January 9, 2019
The Hate You Give, based on the YA novel by Angie Thomas was released this past weekend in theaters.

[Photo] Representation in Film

Mariely Santana, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Are there benefits to working on computers in school? Or are we better off writing information by hand.

[Photo] From Pen to PC

Gianna Gordon, Staff Writer
October 22, 2018
The girls' volleyball team poses before their Dig Pink fundraising game.

[Photo] Girls’ Volleyball Has More Than Just Luck

Sarah Bacon, Editor in Chief
October 16, 2018
Hurricane Florence was the most recent example of the harmful effects of climate change. Some of the damage included deadly floods and destruction of homes and properties in the coastal NC area.

[Photo] Change is Imminent

Justin Zhou, Co-Editor
October 12, 2018
NFC & AFC New York teams the NY Giants and the NY Jets.

[Photo] Repeat in the Super Bowl?

October 17, 2019
Jets Quarterback Jersey

[Photo] NFL AFC Playoff Predictions 2019

October 3, 2018
NY Giants quarterback jersey

[Photo] NFL NFC Playoff Predictions 2019

October 3, 2018
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month bringing light to various causes all in pursuit of the same goal: raise money for research to end breast cancer.

[Photo] Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 3, 2018
Is Apple Music better than Spotify? One Red & Black reporter has the scoop.

[Photo] Spotify vs. Apple Music

October 5, 2018
Is Apple Music better than Spotify? One Red & Black reporter has the scoop.

[Photo] Spotify vs. Apple Music

Phoebe Lawson, Staff Writer
October 5, 2018
Watch the clock! Students and teachers are still getting used to PMHS's new bell schedule.

[Photo] Are You Late?

Ciara Mooney, Staff Writer
September 11, 2018
PMHS student sports a Dunder Mifflin t-shirt as an homage to the hit television series (no longer on air), The Office (U.S.).

[Photo] The Office, An American Sitcom

Esmé Warmuth, Staff Writer
September 11, 2018
General Organization (G.O.) officers with co-advisor, Mrs. Goldfader (not pictured: co-advisor Mrs. Romani)

[Photo] Another Summer, Another School Year

Fayth Gessner, Contributor
September 4, 2018
Math teacher, Mrs. Erickson is currently leading the way for most donations.

[Photo] ALS Challenge

Isabella Scuteri, Staff Reporter
May 28, 2018
Danny and Jade are Stony Brook's newest Seawolves!

We'll miss you, Sarah! Thank you for leading our publication through another successful year.

[Photo] Letter from (the new) Editor in Chief

Sarah Bacon, Staff Writer
May 21, 2018
Why? :(

[Photo] Littering in our High School

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
May 15, 2018
How are we supposed to focus when seasonal allergies start during the school year?

[Photo] The One Dread of Spring

Gianna Gordon, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2018
Raider TV team poses at BASH with their awards!

[Photo] It’s Time for BASH

Nicolette Savattere
May 8, 2018
Senior pens an open letter to freshmen about what to expect out of the next 4 years.

[Photo] An Open Letter to the Incoming Class of 2022

McKenzie Smith, Staff Writer
May 8, 2018
Chris Vacarro came to Mrs. Sullivan's journalism class last week to share his experiences and insights into the world of modern journalism.

[Photo] A Pundit and a Journalist Walk Into a Class…

Justin Valverde, Staff Reporter & Co-Anchor
March 20, 2018
PMHS students see no evil, hear no evil, and speak no evil on the subject of banned books.

[Photo] Controversial Classics: The BIG Debate

Chloe Lesson, Staff Reporter
March 14, 2018
What's you 17? Pat-Med student initiative to encourage fellow classmates to make 17 deliberate acts of kindness in honor of the 17 lives lost at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fl.

[Photo] What’s Your 17?

Brooke Shellman, Contributor
March 15, 2018
How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Oh! The Places You'll Go! are two of Dr. Seuss' most popular children's books.

[Photo] Read Across America Day

Jade Belli, Staff Reporter
March 2, 2018
Justin Valverde and Stella Wilkins, Raider TV's current co-anchor team need to be replaced. YOU COULD BE THE NEW FACE OF RAIDER TV! Sign up in room 284/286 to audition TODAY!

The Red & Black Wants YOU!

Michele Sullivan and Alison Mckeough
February 9, 2018
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[Photo] 2018: The Future is in Our Hands

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
January 1, 2018
A collection of French children’s books featuring gender-based pronouns.

[Photo] Saying “Oui” to a Gender-Inclusive Language?

Amanda Coccia, Staff Reporter
December 31, 2017
Mrs. Mckeough's AP Language students wrote letters to Santa (using persuasive language to convince him to get them what they want for Christmas) and sent them in to Macy's "Believe" campaign, which donates $ to Make a Wish for every letter to Santa it receives.

[Photo] Yes, Virginia, There is Still Holiday Spirit

Nicole Niemiec, Staff Writer
December 14, 2017
Homecoming at Pat-Med is all about pride, community, and competition!

[Photo] Homecoming: The Journey of a Lifetime

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
October 24, 2017
Homecoming at Pat-Med is all about pride, community, and competition!

PMHS students discuss self-awareness and identity growing up with mixed-race ethnicities.

[Photo] Mixed Kids

Samantha Visco, Business Manager
September 13, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

[Photo] Are There Aliens Amongst Us?

June 6, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

[Photo] We Thrive on Differences

June 6, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

[Photo] What's On Your Mind?

June 6, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

[Photo] My Sport is Better Than Yours

June 6, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

[Photo] Middle School -- Here We Come!

June 6, 2017
4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

4th and 5th graders from Bay Elementary join seniors from the Red & Black for a writing workshop.

1984 by George Orwell

[Photo] 1984: A Story for All Ages

Matt Correa, Assistant Editor
March 26, 2017
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