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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
Elizabeth Niemiec

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor

Grade 12

“What a wonderful thought it is that some of the best days of our lives haven’t happened yet.” – Anne Frank

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Another year, another promising future. The Class of 2019 gathered, along with their loved ones, to celebrate a milestone of achievement: High School Graduation. Some are moving on to college, some to the Armed Services, and others to the work force. Whatever their choices, they have reason to be proud just like PMHS.

The Senior Academy

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
February 24, 2020
As Disney acquires more and more are they becoming too big for their own good?

Disney: The most magical…monopoly?

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
January 6, 2020
It's concert season!! Check out what the PMHS Music Dept. has in store for music lovers.

Traditions, Traditions…

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
December 20, 2019
Class of 2020 official portrait marks an important milestone of senior year.

2020 Vision: Looking Back at our Legacy

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
December 5, 2019
Seniors R.J., Tony, Brian, Sam, Emma, Savannah, Cat, Gabby, Karmyn, Rosie, Liam, Steven, & Luke pose together at the first major event of their Senior Year experience. They are ready for what is coming.

The Rocking Rollercoaster That Is: Senior Year

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
October 7, 2019
Most of your college application can be managed in one place -- the common app.

College, Applications, and Essays. Oh, My!

Elizabeth Niemiec, Co-Editor
September 9, 2019
Imagine if we as a society created even more opportunities for women in STEM careers: what could they solve? Cure?

[Photo] What If You’re Only Seeing Half of the Opportunities?

Sarah Varghese, Staff Writer
June 12, 2019
The new album "Chasing Happiness" by the Jonas Brothers in out now.

The Boys Are Back in Town

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
June 12, 2019
A PMHS student wears pin of Rose the Riveter - a symbol for women's equality.

[Photo] An Unfinished Fight

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
April 15, 2019
(From left to right) Elizabeth Niemiec, Francine Tongol, Evan Zhang, Meghan O'Leary, and Justin Zhou. The Science Olympiad competition was on January 26th at Ward Melville High School.

In Our Element Participating in the Science Olympiad Competition

Elizabeth Niemiec and Sarah Varghese
March 12, 2019
In remembrance of the 17 lost on Feb. 14, 2018

A Year Since Parkland: The Activism Resulting From a Tragedy

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
February 13, 2019
What's the best way to start 2019 off right? Turn the page on the new year and get started by attempting some of the tips listed in the article.

New Year, New Me!

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
January 7, 2019
Spongebob Squarepants has become a staple character on the televisions of millenial kids. The Red & Black reflects on the legacy left behind after its creator, Stephen Hillenburg passed away after a long battle with ALS.

One Man’s Legacy on a World of Imagination

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
December 19, 2018
What ever happened to writing letters? Text messages have all but destroyed a long tradition of hand-written letters for all occasions.

The Diminishing Role of Letter Writing in a Digital World

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
December 19, 2018
The art installation coincides with a coat drive that the boutique is currently holding until December 20th. If you bring in a coat to donate, you will receive a 20% discount off of a new one in the store.

Bedecking the Benches (SLIDESHOW)

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
December 17, 2018
The video for this hit has been all the talk.

The Music Video That Everyone is Talking About

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
The new song by Ariana Grande is what we should all be listening to.

The Self-Love Anthem We All Need

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Protesters gather together and voice their opinions with an emphasis on empowering those individuals that are typically silenced.

An Emphasis on Empowerment

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Where do you stand in the great Nike debate?

Just Do It? Or, Just Don’t Do It?

Elizabeth Niemiec, Staff Writer
September 12, 2018
Is Twitter a great social media forum?

[Photo] Twitter: The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

Nicole Niemiec, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2018
For sufferers of winter-onset seasonal affective disorder, winter can feel like a dead end.

[Photo] Winter Blues: Are They Making You SAD?

Nicole Niemiec, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2018
AP students want our readers to know all about the program - the good and the bad.

[Photo] An Open Letter from AP Students

Nicole Niemiec, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2017
9/11 Memorial by Medford Train Station.

[Photo] And Now…A Special Word From Our Veterans

Nicole Niemiec, Staff Writer
November 9, 2017
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