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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 Kristin Carlson
Sarah Biederman set up a face-painting station for kids as part of the entertainment during the NHS Movie Night.

NHS Hosts Movie Night for Elementary Students

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
May 2, 2023
The annual NHS Volleyball tournament is a competitive night that invites teams of students, teachers, administrators, and alumni to participate.

[Photo] Tigers Take Top Spot at NHS Volleyball Tournament

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023
Sit back and enjoy some hot takes on your favorite films, books, music, concerts, and television series from our team at the Red & Black!

Not So Black and White

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
December 13, 2022
The ECG channeled the FORCE to take the plunge!

Freezin’ for a Reason

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
November 30, 2022
Storm surge has had an impact on our local beach line.

[Photo] What If There's Something Worse Than Hurricane Sandy?

December 21, 2022
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The PMHS Ecology club participated in a beach clean up this year in a continued effort to conserve and protect some of Long Island's most treasured pieces of land.

[Photo] Do Your Part and Ride the Wave

October 24, 2022
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The PMHS Ecology club participated in a beach clean up this year in a continued effort to conserve and protect some of Long Island's most treasured pieces of land.

Do Your Part and Ride the Wave

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
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Class of 2026 Float -- the Freshman Class was introduced to how Pat-Med does Homecoming.

[Photo] The Raiders Won Homecoming!

October 25, 2022
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Sarah and Reese creating an autum scence on their windows

Students bonding as they decorate their town

A ghostly boy being painted marching down Main Street

PMHS Art Students and Main Street Patchogue -- the perfect partnership for bringing some autumnal joy to the community

[Photo] Painting the Town Red...and Yellow, and Blue, and...

October 24, 2022
Even some of the smallest windows had beautiful murals

Students from all diferent art classes coming together

Students combining homecoming, Halloween,, and Dia de Los Muertos

PMHS Art Students and Main Street Patchogue -- the perfect partnership for bringing some autumnal joy to the community

Painting the Town Red…and Yellow, and Blue, and…

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
For fans of the original 90s version, a reboot is out now on Disney+ for all ages!

Hocus Pocus 2 Review

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
October 13, 2022
Despite the bad weather, Pat Med turned out to support the annual breast cancer walk.

Stride Against Cancer

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
October 11, 2022
The seniors and freshmen facing off in the volleyball tournament.

Raiderbowl 2022 (SLIDESHOW)

Kristin Carlson, Photographer
September 21, 2022
The seniors gather together before their big run into Raider Stadium to kick off the homecoming season.

[Photo] Raiderbowl 2022 Hightlights (VIDEO)

September 21, 2022
Jeraly Tejada and Julian Frey repping junior pride in class shirts and face paint.

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[Photo] Raider Bowl Recap

September 22, 2022
Kyle Smith, Karen Gabel, Lauren Bailey, and Sophia Salamone showing off their senior pride.

The freshmen cheering their team to a victory.

In the Dizzy Izzy students had to spin around with a bat before racing back to their team.

The Class of 2024 showing off their amazing spelling skills from the stands. They are ready to take on Raider Bowl as seniors this year.

[Photo] Tis The Season for Games!

September 27, 2023
Jared Lipuma, Ryan Gruter, David Granucci, and Logan Guzik showing school spirit and cheering on their team.

James Fusco and Desmond Chierico embracing the Raider Bowl festivities in their costumes.

Kieran O’Rielly weaving through the obstacle course.

Downstiars bulletin outside of Guidance was recently decorated to celebrate Pride month at PMHS.

What does LGBTQ+ mean?

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
June 8, 2022
June is Pride month. Historically, those who identify as being part of the LGBTQIA+ population have face adversity but, June is a time to celebrate their great achievements toward equality.

June is Pride Month: Here’s Why it’s Important

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
June 8, 2022
American Street by Ibi Zoboi is just one example of how contemporary texts can engage high school students and work alongside a classic like The Great Gatsby. The one hundred year old Gatsby is becoming less and less relevant in its thematic focus on the American Dream. Zoboi's novel invites the points of view of BIPOC characters that are distinctly left out of Fitzgerald's text.

Are Modern Classics the Answer to Student Engagement In English?

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
January 21, 2022
Another year of fully masked students in school means another year of students struggling to make connections and a potential rise in mental health issues.

[Photo] COVID Restrictions Still Causing Issues in School

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
September is Hispanic Heritage Month

September is Hispanic Heritage Month

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
The PMHS Library reopened post COVID with all new resources for students and teachers to enjoy.

PMHS Library Opens with Brand New Features for Students

Kristin Carlson, Staff Writer
September 19, 2021
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