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Class of 2025: Senior Awards

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

On Wednesday, May 21, the Hanover High School community came together for the announcement of annual scholarships for the graduating class. Congratulations to all the recipients!

Max Aikins	Academic Award in Computer Science
Natalie Alba	Margaret Burns Memorial Scholarship
Ana Clara Alcantara	Sylvester’s Shack Scholarship
Kelsey Anastasiades	The Francis H. Lynch Memorial Scholarship
Marisa Anderson	Dr. A Peter and Heide Davis Memorial Scholarship
Samantha Baker	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Addison Baldinelli	T. Edward Bates Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Callahan Baldwin	Be Better Award
	Hanover Police Relief Association
	Peter Hefferenan Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Noah Balewicz	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Macklin Ball	Kenneth R. Johnson Memorial Scholarship
	Mark J Caljouw Scholarship
Ryan Bata	Lyda R. Shorthall Memorial Scholarship
Amelia Begin	William Egan Memorial Scholarship
Matthew Bellerby	Andrew James Lawson Foundation
	Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Student Leadership Award
	Rise/Post Scholarship
	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	David M. Walsh Scholarship
	Academic Award in Social Studies
Kacper Borkiewicz	William Dowden Memorial Scholarship
Aidan Boutin	Edward M. Amaral Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Cameron Bradford	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
	Plumbers Local 12’s Local 12 Scholarship
Annelies Brink	Jane Eden Memorial Scholarship
	Willard and Norma Thorpe Jocelyn Memorial Scholarship
Ella Brinkman	Jenna Atturio Memorial Scholarship
	Conway Insurance Company Scholarship
James Bristol	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Cullen Chadwick	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	South Shore Tennis Association Scholarship
Lily Chiappini	Erin Dunne Memorial Scholarship
Dylan Clark	Paul F. Connors Memorial Scholarship
Paige Cleary	Hanover Girl Scouts Service Unit Scholarship
	Cathleen Marie Driscoll Memorial Scholarship
	Academic Award for 3-D Art
	Lawrence E. Slaney Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Parent Teacher Alliance Scholarship
Alana Coutts	Hanover Woman’s Club Juniors Scholastic Service Award
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
	Brian A. Maxwell Memorial Scholarship
	Academic Award for English
Reese Curran	EY Perry Scholarship
	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Elizabeth Curtis	Hanover Police Relief Association
Madeline Curtis	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Ethan Darcy	Lois and Richard Lanzillotta Scholarship
Kaitlin DeMayo	Jean H. Farr Memorial Scholarship
Gannon Doherty	Kenneth R. Johnson Memorial Scholarship
Annie Dougherty	Paul Edward Setterland Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Jennifer Dougherty	Paul Edward Setterland Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Savannah Draheim	Plymouth County Education Association Scholarship
Luke Fanning	Hanover Youth Hockey Scholarship Foundation
Samantha Ferguson	Coastal Heritage Bank Scholarship
	Old Colony Youth Cheerleading Association
Julia Fitzgerald	Validictorian
	Mary Moore Maglione Memorial Scholarship
	Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Student Leadership Award
	David M. Walsh Scholarship
	Academic Achievement in Biological Science
	Academic Achievement in Mathematics
Abigail Flynn	Michael Cina Memorial Scholarship
	Carolyn M. Briggs Annual Scholarship
Rachael Foley	Ann Coates Memorial Scholarship
Benjamin Freedman	Jenna Atturio Memorial Scholarship
Marley Gallagher	Andrew James Lawson Foundation
	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Geary	Robert L. Kimball Memorial Scholarship
	Be Better Award
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Natalie Gilpatrick	Catherine Coccimiglio Scholarship fund
	Matthew and Dana Berger Memorial Scholarship
	Supt. Clifton E. Bradley Memorial Scholarship
Connor Godfrey	Hanover Parent Teacher Alliance Scholarship
Kelly Gould	The Hanover Club Scholarship
Ellie Handrahan	Stephen T. Richardson Memorial Scholarship
	South Shore Tennis Association Scholarship
	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	Hanover Visiting Nurses Assoc Scholarship for Nursing & Allied Health Scholarship
Gavin Hardy	Jenna Atturio Memorial Scholarship
	Tri-Town Rotary Scholarship
Dante Heffron	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
Olivia Henry	Deborah A. Culhane Memorial Scholarship
William Hines	Janet O’Brien Memorial Scholarship
	Courtney Neville Memorial Scholarship
Matthew Jenkins	South Shore Savings Bank Citizenship Award
Benjamin Johnson	Timothy Drummy Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Erin Joyce	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Camryn Kemp	Old Colony Youth Cheerleading Association
Athena Laskos	Robert C. Shea Memorial Scholarship
Izabella Latessa	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Pierceson Lee	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Katie Little	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Andrew Long	Jenna Atturio Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Parent Teacher Alliance Scholarship
Keira Long	Lois Thomson Memorial Scholarship
Emma Lyons	Claire and Martha Nagle Memorial Scholarship
Josie McCarthy	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	Academic Award for Mathematics
	Sylvester’s Shack Scholarship
Eli McCombs	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
	Academic Award in French
Riley McCormick	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	David M. Walsh Scholarship
Courtney McGinnis	Brian A. Maxwell Memorial Scholarship
Sophia Mendoza	Matteoli Family Memorial Scholarship
Max Merra	Hanover Parent Teacher Alliance Scholarship
	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Juneau Mofford	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Gracyn Monahan	Michael Cina Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Teachers Assoication Scholarship
Stuart Moore	Academic Award in Engineering
Owen Murphy	Kenneth R. Johnson Memorial Scholarship
Gia Han Nguyen	Hanover Women’s Club Juniors Art Scholarship
Megan Nguyen	Salutitorian
	Hanover Permanent Scholarship
	Academic Achievement in Biological Science
	Academic Achievement in 2D Art
	Kenton Greene Award for Excellence
	David M. Walsh Scholarship
Analesa O’Grady	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Thomas Perkins	Mary C. Giardiello-Storey Memorial Scholarship
	Kindness Heart Award
	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Adam Polk	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
	Academic Award in Computer Science
Madison Pongratz	John R. Schrader Memorial Scholarship
Emma Pragluski	Academic Award in Physical Education
Nicole Rathgeber	Hanover Visiting Nurses Assoc Scholarship for Nursing & Allied Health Scholarship
Amelia Rea	Josephine D Koelsch Scholarship
Catherine Reinhart	Lois Thomson Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
	Lawrence E. Slaney Memorial Scholarship
	Walter Sweeney Award for Leadership
Michael Sawaya	Florence Goss Memorial Scholarship
Sophie Schiller	Class of 1979 Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Hockey Scholarship
	Dr. Charles Hammond Scholarship
Jack Stepanian	Kenneth R. Johnson Memorial Scholarship
Caroline Straut	Anthony M. and Madeline Matteoli Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Cole Sullivan	Academic Award in Buisness
	Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589’s Local Scholarshp
	Plymouth Bristol CLC’s Plymouth Bristol CLC Scholarship
	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Brian Tawa	Rita Jenkins Memorial Scholarship
Ruby Telepak	Janet O’Brien Memorial Scholarship
	Jeffery Blanchard Award for Service
Nina Toglia	Barbara Barker Kemp Memorial Scholarship
	The Hanover Club Scholarship
	Lyda R. Shorthall Memorial Scholarship
	Hanover Teachers Assoication Scholarship
Kailey Vereen	The Robert and Ruth Basiliere Memorial Scholarship
Tyler Vincent	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
Charlotte Wheeler	Hanover Firefighters Local 2726 Scholarship
	Hanover Girl Scouts Service Unit Scholarship
	Hanover Youth Athletic Association
	John P. Urban Memorial Scholarship
Grace Whitt	Walnut Hill Garden Club Margaret Burns Memorial Scholarship

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Class of 2025: Photo Gallery

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

Photos Courtesy of Mrs. Manning, Mr. Ryerson and the HPS Community

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Class of 2025: Thanks for the Memories!

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

By Bradlee Dowling, ‘26 and Sienna Lamond, ‘26

Staff Writers

As the Class of 2025 prepares to turn the page, we asked seniors to look back and share their favorite memories. From unforgettable games to lifelong friendships, here’s what students who responded to The Hawk survey said were the highlights of their time at HHS.

For Sophie Schiller, Madi Pongratz, and Marisa Anderson, it was winning the 2022 MIAA Girls Division 3 State Championship. For Max Aikins, it was game two of the baseball playoffs his junior year. Noey Giardina won’t forget the thrill of hitting a grand slam against Whitman-Hanson during junior year softball. Samantha Ferguson loved cheering at the Friday night football games, while Tyler Vincent loved playing in them.

Izabella Latessa will always remember being a leader on the 2024 competitive cheerleading team, and winning the state title senior year. Lochlan Garvey cherished playing rugby during his freshman and sophomore years, learning from older teammates and passing that mentorship forward as a senior captain. Cat Reinhart will never forget her field hockey Senior Night win against Norwell, an “incredible comeback.” Avan Puzzangara loved making the final four for girls lacrosse junior year.

Thomas Perkins’ highlight was playing at TD Garden in his junior year for hockey, and Matt Jenkins’ was winning the hockey title in 2022. Luke Fanning’s top memory was the 2024 hockey playoff run, when the team returned to the TD Garden. Olivia Froehlich’s favorite moments were cheering at the hockey games with classmates, while Reese Curran loved the state championship win at the Garden freshman year.

Aidan Boutin shared that his best times came from playing sports and hanging out with his teammates.“The bond you create within sports is unmatched as you crawl through the mud with teammates but also break bread together,” he said.

Matt Lombardi loved managing the boys basketball team, and Alexandra Marinis loved playing soccer. Addison Baldinelli highlighted the energy and excitement of preparing for and performing with the dance teams. Scott Theriault picked his first high school lacrosse game, and Cole Sullivan chose the semifinal football game versus Danvers in junior year. Noah DeMuele loved playing football and rugby. Michael Sawaya treasured joining the golf team, building a second family, and feeling the support and unity of teammates. Ryan Shea loved the 2023 Super Bowl at Gillette Stadium; Kelly Gould echoed that and added the hockey title games at the TD Garden. Matt Puglia said his highlight was cheering on friends at any sporting event.

Elizabeth Curtis and Bell Keenan will never forget HHS Spirit Weeks. Dylan Clark loved the trip to Canobie Lake park in his freshman year and Amelia Begin loved all the “freshman year fun.” Maddie Curtis found joy in the magic of proms and all the unforgettable senior events. Max Goitia recalled the amazing experience of traveling to Spain with Mr. Perry, while Malcolm Beliveau loved being in Mr. Perry’s history class.

Tyler Neville will always remember playing a song he wrote at a concert and for friends. Grace Witt and Julia Fitzgerald picked the Band and Chorus trip to DisneyWorld junior year. James Bison loved the Christmas concert freshman year. Casey LaBelle enjoyed watching films in Mr. Picardi’s History Through Film class. Aevyn Brink loved their time with the HHS performing arts department, and Adrian Nickerson will cherish the annual district arts show.

For Kaylee Lupien and Brooke Barber, the most meaningful memory was something simple but lasting: meeting their friends. Ella Brinkman will never forget her friends and teachers. Ava Curran echoed them both: “The highlight of my time at HHS was the new friends I’ve made and the amazing teachers I’ve met who have helped me a ton.”

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Class of 2025: Hawks Prepare to Leave the Nest

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

By Avery Bridson, ‘27, and Ryan Costello, ‘27

Staff Writers

As graduation approaches, it is time to celebrate the achievements and future plans of the 169 members of the Class of 2025. Seniors who responded to a survey from The Hawk or who posted on the hhs25.decisions Instagram account by our publication deadline shared many different paths, each reflecting their hard work, goals, and aspirations for the next chapter of their lives.

Humanities

Aevyn Brink will study history at Simmons University, while Eli McCombs plans to pursue a humanities degree at Brandeis University. Amelia Begin will study Communications at Quinnipiac University, while Ava Curran will study film and communications at Bridgewater State. Madi Pongratz will attend the University of Rhode Island for sports media and communications. Courtney McGinnis will study political science at the University of South Carolina.

Several seniors will pursue their creative passions. Dante Heffron will major in music composition at the University of South Carolina, while Paige Cleary will study art history at the Mass. College of Art and Design.

Among our future teachers will be Nina Toglia, heading to Merrimack College, and Lexi McMullen, attending Florida Atlantic University; both will pursue degrees in elementary education. Natalie Alba will major in speech pathology and minor in elementary education at Bridgewater State, while Olivia Graham studies speech pathology at the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

Law & Enforcement

Alexandra Marinis will major in criminology at Endicott College, and Callie Baldwin will take the same path at Virginia Tech. Casey LaBelle will attend Emmanuel College, choosing between criminal justice and law, while Kenzie Jacobs has committed to studying law and justice at the University of Kentucky. Riley McCormick plans to pursue English and pre-law at Fairfield University. Matthew Puglia will pursue criminal justice in college, as will James Bison, who heads to Merrimack College, and Elizabeth Curtis, who will study at Salve Regina University while participating in the Army ROTC.

Kaylee Lupien will major in forensic science and minor in criminal justice at the University of New Hampshire, while Noey Giardina studies the field at the University of New Haven. Matt Lombardi heads to Quincy College with plans to join the Boston Police Department, and Athena Laskos will combine marketing with pre-law at Suffolk University. Gavin Hardy will study emergency management at Mass. Maritime.

Life Sciences & Health Care

For nursing, Abby Flynn heads to Xavier University; Addison Baldinelli and Ellie Handrahan will go to Providence College; Brenna Scott will attend Trevecca Nazarene University; Cam Bradford will go to Westfield State University (where she will play basketball); Emma Lyons heads to Saint Anselm College; Lily Chiappini goes to the University of Rhode Island; Marisa Anderson heads to UConn; and Sam Baker studies at Sacred Heart; and Sam Ferguson goes to UMass Amherst. Ella Brinkman plans to study nursing at Quinnipiac University with plans to become a nurse in Boston and eventually a girls’ lacrosse coach.

Jentina Nguyen will focus on radiology at the Mass. College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Melike Corbaci will major in health sciences at UMass Boston and Alana Coutts will study Allied Health Sciences at UConn. Pursuing psychology will be Brooklyn Scott at Trevecca Nazarene University, Caroline Straut at Providence College, Izzy Latessa at UMass Amherst, Kelly Gould at the University of South Carolina (with the goal of becoming a children’s therapist) and Rachael Foley at Virginia Tech. Ruby Telepak will study psychology and pre-law at Roanoke College, while also competing on the cycling team. Fiona Flaherty will major in communication disorders at the University of Rhode Island, and Riley Clarke will study athletic training at the University of Tampa.

On the life-science front, Amelia Rea will study biology at Endicott College, while Maddie Monahan pursues the field at UMass Amherst and Kasper Borkiewicz goes to the Univ. of Tampa. Abby Taylor will major in kinesiology at the University of Rhode Island. Megan Nguyen plans to study microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics at UCLA. Nicole Rathgeber will enter Providence College with a biochemistry pre-med course.

STEM

For computer science, Adam Polk will attend UMass Boston, Dylan Clark heads to UMass Amherst, Jeremy Laprise will attend the Univ of Vermont, and Max Aikins will study at UMass Lowell, where he’ll also focus on software development. Will Hines will combine computer science with football at Williams College, while Cullen Chadwick attends Villanova for computer engineering.

To study biomedical engineering, Julia Fitzgerald will attend Cornell University, John Keegan will attend the University of Vermont, and Brian Tawa will head to UMass Amherst. Matt Jenkins will pursue mechanical engineering at the University of South Carolina’s College of Engineering. Grace Witt will study both environmental science and engineering at Wheaton College, aiming to advance conservation efforts while Adrian Nickerson explores marine science and environmental safety at Mass. Maritime Academy. Juneau Mofford will pursue marine science and play rugby at the University of Delaware.

Joseph Signor will major in aeronautical science for flight at the Florida Institute of Technology. Ryan Shea will study architecture and design at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Those with a passion for numbers, like Thomas Perkins at UMass Amherst and Tyler Neville at Ithaca College, will major in mathematics.

Trades

Ethan Darcy will study a trade, while Robert Antonetti, Colby Kehoe and Scott Theriault plan to become electricians. Cameron Fish will pursue HVAC, while April Hamilton attends mortuary school. Tyler Bean plans to join the sprinker fitters union and maybe try college in the spring. Michael Sawaya will study automotive technology at the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, with hopes of running the family’s gas station and auto repair business. Marie Fortier will attend the Collectiv Academy Braintree for hairdressing.

Military

Cam Scott plans to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps, while David Bonilla and Stuart Moore are set to become U.S. Army Rangers.

Business

Business majors include Ansh Patel at Northeastern University; Ava Puzzangara at Southern New Hampshire University, where she will also be playing lacrosse; Gannon Doherty at the University of Alabama; Josie McCarthy and Olivia Henry at the University of Tennessee; Katie Little at the University of New Hampshire; Lochlan Garvey at Mount Saint Mary’s University, where he will also be playing rugby; Olivia Froelich at the University of Rhode Island and Ana Alcantara at Bryant University. Martina Kelly will pursue the major at Endicott College, along with Ben Johnson, who will also be playing football. Lukas Maynardand Love’on Flowers will study business and play football at Curry College, while Aiden Boutin pursues business and plays rugby at Fairfield.

Students majoring in finance include Ben Freedman at Saint Michael’s College, where he will also be playing baseball; Brennan McCarthy at Saint Anselm; Camryn Kemp at the University of South Carolina; Charlie Mitchelson at the University of Tennessee; Connor Godfrey at Fairfield University; Connor McCue at the University of Central Florida; James Bristol and Sophia Mendoza at UMass Amherst; Max Merra at Bentley University; Tyler Vincent at Providence College; Ryan Burke at Virginia Tech; Cooper Horner at the University of Pittsburgh; and Keira Long at Miami University.

Grace Monahan, Cole Sullivan, Macklin Ball and Maddie Curtis will head to UMass Amherst to study marketing or management. For marketing, Keira Greeley will attend Simmons University, while Lacey Manolakis heads to Quinnipiac University; Luke Fanning heads to Stonehill College; Owen Murphy attends Lynn University and Sophie Schiller heads to the University of Connecticut. Noah DeMeule will study sports management at Nichols College.

Economics majors include Annie Dougherty and Jenny Dougherty at UMass Amherst; Matthew Donnelly at UMass Amherst; and Matt Bellerby at the University of Richmond, where he will also play rugby. Those pursuing accounting include Aiden Richards and Analesa O’Grady at Indiana University; Catherine Reinhart at the University of South Carolina; and Hannah Geary at Penn State.

Max Goitia will study environmental and natural resource economics at UMass Amherst, while Luke Sheridan studies business communication at the University of South Florida. Andrew Long heads to Roger Williams University to study construction management, which Erin Joyce will pursue at Merrimack College. For hospitality management, Kelsey Anastasiades will attend the University of South Carolina and Savannah-Leigh Draheim heads to UMass Amherst.

College – Undecided

Abby Hanna will attend Johnson and Wales University where she will also play softball, while Charlotte Wheeler and Reese Curran head to the University of New Hampshire. Abe Dehner has committed to Bentley University; Anthony George and Matthew Donnelly will attend Stonehill College; Ava Good heads to Roger Williams University; and Bell Keenan will study at Massasoit Community College. Marley Gallagher heads to UMass Amherst, Natalie Gilpatrick will study at Emmanuel College and Noah Balewicz will attend Bridgewater State. Brooke Barber and Malcolm Beliveau are still making plans for what comes next.

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Class of 2025: Parting Words

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

By Jenna Clasby, ‘27 and Sophie Bunar, ‘27

Staff Writers

As underclassmen, we often look to the seniors for advice. Whether it’s which classes to take, which extracurriculars to check out, or just how to get through high school, seniors often have the most valuable knowledge and experience. As this school year comes to an end, members of the Class of ‘25 shared their best pieces of advice for younger students.

“Enjoy the time you have, and enjoy the moment. Live in the present.” – Aidan Boutin.

“Being perfect isn’t needed. You are allowed to make mistakes and you should make them. If you’re stressed about being perfect all the time, you’ll miss all the good stuff.” – Aevyn Brink

“Don’t take anything for granted, it goes by way too fast so enjoy it.” – Abby Hannah

“You’ll never see these people again.” – April Hamilton

“Do everything for yourself.” – Alexandra Marinis

“Keep your grades up and you’ll be fine. I also wish I had done more sports and joined more clubs, because it is an advantage of making new connections.” – Ava Curren

“Keep your GPA up and turn in assignments on time.” – Bell Keenan

“Don’t be absent all the time.” – Brooke Barber

“Get involved in as much as you can in high school and don’t be afraid to go out of your own comfort zone. High school goes by fast, and the more you put yourself out there, the more experiences and friendships you’ll create.” – Catherine Reinhart, class president

“Don’t be afraid to get involved and don’t stress yourself out too much.” – Thomas Perkins

“Take notes on Thomas Perkins.” – Cam Scott

“Keep open communication if you are struggling. Your teachers want to help you succeed and not asking for help won’t benefit you in the long run.” – Izzy Latessa

“Don’t feel the need to impress anybody. Be yourself.” – Ryan Shea

“Take risks even when you don’t know if you’ll succeed! Apply for the job or leadership position or group outside of school you want because you never know what could happen!” – Julia Fitzgerald

“Shave your facial hair and get a haircut.” – Tyler Neville

“Spend every minute with your friends! You’re all going separate ways after graduation.” – Casey Labelle

“True kindness comes from lifting others up without lowering yourself. You’re worthy of standing tall, just as you are.” – Addison Baldinelli

“Give the janitors less work to do.” – Malcolm Beliveau

“My advice is to figure out what you want to do after high school as soon as possible and start working towards that goal as soon as you start your freshman year.” – Connor McCue

“No one expects you to know everything, and it’s okay to ask questions when you’re struggling. Teachers, friends, and family are there to support you” – Ella Brinkman

“Don’t let drama get to you.” – Kaylee Lupien

“High school isn’t for everyone, find something that you enjoy to do whether it is in school or not and put more time into that.” – Dylan Clark

“Only try your sophomore and junior years.” – Matt Lombardi

“Work hard, even if you’re unmotivated. Surround yourself with people who motivate you to be the best person you can be.” – Grace Witt

“Take the right classes. Ask upperclassmen what to take.” – Macklin Ball

“The best advice I would give to younger students is to always keep your head up and don’t get past yourself and just focus on the moment. Be you, not something else.” – Michael Sawaya

“Take classes that are the best fit for you. Don’t pick classes just because they are popular to take.” – Tyler Vincent

“Take advantage of every opportunity, as cliche as it is, you will be a senior before you know it, so enjoy it.” – Sophie Schiller

All in all, advice is important to shape the young minds of underclassmen. It can provide guidance and support which leads to better decision making overall in the future. As underclassmen, we are forever grateful for the advice from our seniors that allows us to better ourselves on our own journey through High School.

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Class of 2025: What We’ll Miss Most

May 22, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

By Billy Hersey, ‘27 and Siena Oliver ‘27

Hawk editors

As our seniors look toward new beginnings, many can’t help but look back on their fond memories of our community. Students who replied to The Hawk senior survey said they would miss many things about their time at HHS. A common theme among responses was that students would miss their friends, teachers and sports.

“I will miss the teachers that showed up every day and cared about us deeply,” said Thomas Perkins. For Noey Giardina, it will be the lunch ladies. For April Hamilton and Adrian Nickerson, it’s the art classes and teachers. James Bison will miss “Doc.” Michael Sawaya will miss “hanging out with the office ladies.” Samantha Ferguson said: “I’ll miss my friends and my favorite teachers.” Sophie Schiller echoed that sentiment and added that she’ll miss her coaches too.

Connor McCue will greatly miss the atmosphere at HHS and the people. “They do a great job at creating a positive environment that people want to be a part of.”

Many seniors are sad to be separated from their friends and will cherish the memories they have made with each other. Max Aikins will miss “classes with my friends who are going to different schools.” Scott Theriault will be sad to end “socializing with the people I’ve grown up with.” Cat Reinhart said she’ll miss “seeing everyone in 6th period library every day.”

“I’ll miss having my friends around me all the time and just being able to drive a mile or two to see them,” said Grace Witt. Madi Pongratz agreed. “I’ll miss seeing everyone together in one place because once we graduate we won’t see a lot of these people ever again,” she said.

Sports are a huge part of life at HHS, leading to lifelong connections and great memories. During the Class of 2025’s time at HHS, girls soccer won the state championship in 2022 and made it to the finals in 2024. Boys hockey won the state title at the TD Garden in 2022 and returned to the finals in 2024. Rugby made it to the state finals in 2022 and 2024. Girls Lacrosse reached the final four in 2024. Football made it to the state semifinals in 2022 and 2024, and to the Super Bowl at Gillette Stadium in 2023.

Abby Hanna, who played softball and hockey, will miss her teammates and coaches. Max Goitia will miss playing rugby; for Matt Jenkins, it’s soccer, and for Cam Fish it’s baseball. Addison Baldinelli will miss playing field hockey and performing with the dance team.

Liz Curtis will miss field hockey the most. “Being part of the team has been such a huge part of my high school experience!” she said.

Aidan Boutin, who played football and rugby for four years and wrestled for three, said he will miss the opportunities to practice and compete with close friends. “It deeply saddens me that I will never be able to suit up and play with my childhood friends ever again.”

Watching sports was as memorable as playing, according to Ava Good and Ava Puzzangara.

Clubs, community service and performing arts provided fond memories for many students. Tyler Neville said he will miss “performing at concerts for the symphonic and marching band.” Julia Fitzgerald, who counted band and tennis among her activities, said she will miss the friends she made inside and outside the classroom. “Even if I keep them up in college,” she said, “I know I will miss their presence.”

While the Class of ‘25 will embark on different paths, hopefully their memories of friendship, guidance and support will bolster them in whatever they take on next. It is clear that, for many students, their time at HHS has left an indelible mark.

“Over the past eight years since I moved here in 4th grade, I have gotten to know the people around me here in Hanover and I have grown to love it,” said Lochlan Garvey. “Being able to come to school every day and be surrounded by this community that we have created over the past years has been a gift and I am going to miss it terribly.”

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The Titanic Exhibit: Photo Gallery

May 7, 2025 Siena Oliver Leave a comment

By Siena Oliver, ’27

News Editor

Titanic: the Artifact Exhibition showcases authentic items recovered from the doomed ship, the stories behind those objects, full-scale replicas of different parts of the ship, and even an interactive element. Members of The Hawk staff attended a special preview of the exhibit sponsored by Headliners in Education, a nonprofit devoted to student journalism.

One of the largest ships built in its time, the Titanic was deemed unsinkable until it struck an iceberg on its first trip from England to New York City and sank in the icy Atlantic on April 15, 1912. More than 1,500 of the estimated 2,220 passengers and crew died.

Upon arrival, participants of the self-guided tour were assigned paper boarding passes that gave information on a real Titanic passenger; at the end of the tour, the passenger’s fate was revealed. Throughout the tour, visitors strolled past glass cases filled with real items lost in the tragedy, from money to clothing to parts of the vessel itself. Detailed descriptions explained the artifact, who it belonged to and when it was brought by divers from the ocean depths. On the walls, plaques detailed the lives of different passengers and described varied aspects of the voyage of the Titanic.

In addition to the artifacts, there were recreations of the Titanic’s opulent first-class room and cramped third-class cabin as well as one of its majestic grand staircases. Video screens provided footage of diving expeditions and more detail on the pain-staking preservation of the artifacts. A chilled model iceberg allowed visitors to feel the water temperature that escaping passengers would have encountered when the ship went down.

Below is a photo gallery showcasing pictures of the exhibition taken by Hawk editors Siena Oliver, Emily Davis, and Sam Frattasio. For more information on the exhibit, which runs at the Castle Park Plaza in Boston through June 1 before travelling to other cities, visit its website.

Money recovered from the *Titanic* wreckage.

HHS Hawk Editors posing for a picture on the Grand Staircase.

Pieces of the *Titanic* ship recovered from the wreckage.

Dinner menu for first class passengers on the *Titanic.*

Gloves and clothing recovered from the *Titanic* wreckage.

Plaque describing the fate of the *Titanic* orchestra.

Model of the Titanic ship before sinking.

Dishware recovered from the *Titanic* wreckage. Presented exactly as found in the wreackage.

Full-scale re-creation of a first-class room on the *Titanic* ship.

Plaque describing the experience and fate of Father Thomas Byles, a passenger on the *Titanic.*

Image of a *Titanic* lifeboat holding several passengers after the crash.

Dishware and floor tile prices recovered from the *Titanic* wreckage.

Featured image: The sinking of the Titanic depicted in Untergang der Titanic (translation: “Sinking of the Titanic”), a 1912 illustration by Willy Stöwer

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Mastering Money Management

April 29, 2025 bciccolo26 Leave a comment

Bella Ciccolo, ’26

Staff Writer

“Mom!” I shout from another room, “I have no money, can I please have $20 so I can get food with my friends?”

I have asked my mom for money a thousand times. And every time I am met with the same frustrated reply, “Where is your emergency fund, Bella?” It’s a question which has taught me about the priceless skill of budgeting. Over the years, I have realized that budgeting is not merely about limiting spending, but about being in control of my financial future and independence. At a young age, I wanted independence and money. I would operate lemonade stands, sell homemade greeting cards, and bargain for a bigger allowance. However, these earnings were spent carelessly on candy bars and toys. Now, at 17, I have two jobs, at Starland and Montilio’s Bakery, and am continuously learning how to better manage money. By no means am I flawless. I still indulge in shopping sprees that I regret, but as I enter the real world of money, I can no longer spend it irresponsibly. No longer am I playing Monopoly like I was at 7 years old. There are consequences to my spending, and the looming threat of debt. There is no “Get Out of Jail Free” card to protect me. Financial management has always been the way my mom, who owns her own business, has taught me to become self-reliant. Budgeting is more than just money; it is a tool that empowers one to take control of their finances by setting goals for future financial security and stability.

Where do I even begin? Budgeting might seem overwhelming at first so it is important to break it down into more manageable pieces. First, assess income and expenses. It is important to refer to the net income, which is the income after tax deduction. Review how the money from the net income is being transferred, focusing on specific debits and credits. In accounting terms, debits are assets that are deposited into an account. Debits include salaries from a primary job or a side hustle, or an investment. Credits, conversely, are a decrease of assets or withdrawal of money from an account. These are also known as expenses. While there are many types of credits to track, identify repeated expenses. Recognizing these habits is the first step to managing a budget effectively.

Once expenses and shopping habits have been identified, the next step is to prioritize them. Sacrifice is required to maintain your budgetary limit. Distinguish wants and needs, as well as purchase frequency. Although there are a lot of enjoyable things to spend money on, bills need to be paid. Electricity, phone, water, and heating are all expenses you must pay once you rent an apartment. After college, you may have student loan payments. These bills are important to prioritize as a necessity. To budget for these essentials, identify other types of spending habits. Review recurring expenses such as a gym membership. If the membership is not frequently used, it may be wiser to cancel it. Likewise, if you do not listen to music regularly, a subscription to Spotify Premium may not be a smart financial decision. You can also choose what to spend your money on. Some might love a daily Starbucks but also want to go on vacation. In order to choose, determine the value of every expense. Is buying a seven dollar drink every morning a better use of money than traveling to Italy? For some the answer is yes, and for others it is no. Both perspectives are valid, but it is key to be aware of how money is spent from a wallet.

Awareness comes with honesty towards one’s self, and is the final key to a successful budget. This involves making time to review the budget on a regular basis. Budgeting is a continuous process, and is necessary to revisit. Has the Starbucks trip continued? Are the student loans paid? If the answers are disappointing, modify the budget to make it more achievable. Rather than visiting Starbucks each day, visit once a week. Instead of keeping your student loans in the checking account, place the money into savings. However, original goals can be overly optimistic and it is necessary to be realistic. Take responsibility for failures, admit to mistakes and learn from what could have been done. But it is important to be gracious and flexible with oneself. The rewarding feeling of accomplishment will be worth it. An individual can become free of student loans or become empowered to purchase a new car. A budget is a living document that adjusts to one’s lifestyle and changing priorities. And above all, budgeting is a skill that improves with practice.

A skill is something one learns or develops over time through practice. I realize that this is easier said than done. Take my own experience as an example. I am not perfect at budgeting, nor do I claim to be, but I am constantly working to improve my money management. Developing this skill has tremendously impacted my spending since I was seven. As with any skill, with more practice there is more improvement. Think back to learning division or how to drive. It was challenging at first! But with determination and practice, the skill was built. Similarly, managing money will also become easy over time through categorization, sacrifices, and accountability. Teenagers, students, those living alone, or struggling to save for their future, can all benefit from this practice. The average American adult has $66,772 in debt, and 77 percent of households carry some type of debt. Budgeting is a proactive step that will lead to financial independence and security. By starting today, anyone can take control of their future, and create a life free of financial instability.

Sports

2025 NFL Draft Recap: Hits, Misses & Surprises

April 28, 2025 The Hawk Leave a comment

By Luke Curran, ’27

Staff Writer

The 2025 NFL Draft is done, and there’s a lot to discuss. Some teams made smart picks, some took significant risks, and a few surprises shook things up. A couple of players left earlier than expected, while others fell significantly. In hindsight, this year’s draft did not fall short of expectations.

When reflecting on the first round of the draft, it’s clear that many teams selected players who were considered the best fit for certain positions. Organizations such as the Tennessee Titans and the New York Giants sought talented quarterbacks, while other teams, including the New England Patriots, drafted offensive linemen. The Titans, possessing the first overall pick, selected Cam Ward from the University of Miami. Other notable players chosen within the first round included Heisman winner Travis Hunter, who went to Jacksonville; Will Campbell, a left tackle selected by New England; and Ashton Jeanty, heading to Las Vegas as a running back.

Some significant risks were taken within the first round of the draft, including quarterback decisions. One notable example is Jaxson Dart, selected 25th overall by the New York Giants. Dart was projected to land outside of the first round. Other risky draft picks include quarterback Tyler Shough, taken by New Orleans, and quarterback Dillon Gabriel, selected by Cleveland.

However, some players who were projected to land in the first round were not as fortunate. A clear example of this is former NFL star Deion Sanders’ son, Shedeur Sanders, a quarterback from Colorado. Shedeur Sanders was widely anticipated to fall within the first round, yet many teams passed up on him. The Cleveland Browns eventually chose Sanders as the 144th overall pick in the 5th round of the draft after a series of other quarterbacks had been selected before him.

This 2025 NFL draft class is loaded with talent and standout players who have each given it their all just to be drafted. The efforts shown by these individuals reveal the hard work required to be part of the league, no matter how easy it may appear to be. Overall, it’s clear that the future is bright for several teams and players. The next class of stars is on the way, and fans have a lot to look forward to.

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Entertainment

From Stage to Stardom: Stars with Theater Roots

April 28, 2025 slamond26 1 Comment

By Sienna Lamond, ’26

Staff Writer

Singers and actors dominate pop culture. They are praised for their talents in the music, TV and film industries. What may come as a surprise is that some of our favorite stars actually got their start in theater. While some may consider theater small-time compared to stadium tours, TV shows and movie theaters, it has propelled many performers to stardom. Is your favorite artist or actor among the stars that started as thespians?

Sabrina Carpenter

Carpenter is best known for her pop music career, specifically her 2024 album Short and Sweet, and her acting career, especially her role in the spinoff of Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World. Carpenter’s career was propelled into the stratosphere when she toured with Taylor Swift in the South American leg of the Eras Tour. Since then, Carpenter has become one of the many iconic pop girls of the decade. Carpenter’s talents do not only stop at pop music and film acting, however. In 2020, she made her Broadway debut as Cady in Mean Girls the musical. Unfortunately, her run was cut short due to pandemic lockdowns. Still, our favorite pop girly knows her way around a Broadway stage!

Ryan Gosling

Most recently known for his role as Ken in Barbie, a 2023 movie about the Mattel doll starring Margot Robbie, Gosling went viral with the iconic “I’m Just Ken” musical number. This performance, though, was not the first time Gosling had danced on stage. Circa 1992, Gosling was part of a jazz dance group. This style of dance is the basis for much of the musical theater dance style, making Gosling fully prepared for his future musical number in Barbie.

Hugh Jackman

Jackman is an Australian actor known for his role as Wolverine in Logan and X-Men. Unlike others whose acting career is separate from their theater background, Jackman has tied his theatrical nature into his film work. In 2012, Jackman starred as Jean Valjean in the film adaptation of Broadway show Les Misérables. He is also recognized for his portrayal of P.T. Barnum in the movie musical The Greatest Showman (2018). In 2022, Jackman appeared on Broadway itself in the revival of The Music Man with Sutton Foster, a talented Broadway star, who he is now rumoured to be dating. Seems like even professionals can’t escape ‘showmances’!

Andrew Garfield

Best known for playing Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man films in 2012 and 2014, Garfield has numerous on-stage experiences. His portrayal of Prior Walter in Angels in America earned him a Tony Award, the highest accolade for theater performances. He also notably played Bill Loffman in the revival of Death of a Salesman, which also garnered him a Tony Award. Garfield’s film career reflected his theater roots in the 2021 movie musical, Tick, Tick… Boom!, a film detailing the life of Jonathan Larson, the troubled composer of the Tony-award winning musical Rent. Who knew Spider-Man could sing!?

Anna Kendrick

Most recently recognized for her leading role in Netflix’s original movie Woman of the Hour, Kendrick is not shy about her theater background. At age 12, she made her Tony-nominated Broadway debut in High Society as Dinah Lord. Since then, Kendrick has been in several movie musical adaptations and originals, including Into The Woods (Cinderella), Trolls (Poppy), Pitch Perfect (Beca), and The Last Five Years (Cathy) alongside Broadway superstar Jeremy Jordan who played Jamie.

Nick Jonas

Jonas is best known for his participation in the Jonas Brothers band with his brothers Joe and Kevin. Pop singing isn’t the only trick this Jonas brother has up his sleeve, however. Jonas appeared in the 2010 25th anniversary special of the musical Les Misérables singing as Marius. Now, Jonas is starring on Broadway as Jamie in The Last Five Years. While the musical theater community has attacked Jonas for his vocal abilities not being ‘theater appropriate,’ that hasn’t stopped him from working on musical theater projects thus far.

Reneé Rapp

Rapp is one of the youngest people to star in a Broadway show. While she is widely known for her 2023 pop music album, Snow Angel, she was originally discovered when she won the Jimmy Awards in 2018. The Jimmy Awards is a prestigious nationwide competition and recognition event for high school students in musical theater. Rapp won “Best Performance by an Actress,” granting her a $10,000 scholarship. At just 19 years old, she was cast as Regina George in the Mean Girls musical on Broadway and later reprised the role in the 2024 movie musical adaptation.

Mike Faist

Faist is known to most as Art Donaldson in Challengers, a movie about a tennis love triangle, also starring Zendaya and Josh O’Connor. Faist originated the role of Connor in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway. Before that, Faist worked as a Jack Kelley understudy in the Broadway musical Newsies. He is also recognized as Riff in the West Side Story (2021) remake. Overall, Faist is a talented theater kid at heart, dabbling in the film industry. Movie audiences hope to see more of him in the future!

Olivia Rodrigo

Rodrigo has been performing on stage since she was very young, as you can see in various videos of her belting her heart out circulating on the Internet. She played Gertrude McFuzz in her elementary school’s production of Seussical the musical. She gained popularity for her roles in Disney Channel’s Bizaardvark and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Now, Rodrigo is a world-famous pop star with two studio albums, Sour (2021) and Guts (2023). Through her pop songs, her theater roots shine as much of her music is vocally challenging and requires theatrical technique to sustain vocal health. Another decade-defining pop girly to make theater kids proud!

Ariana Grande

Grande, a pop artist, is not secretive when it comes to her love for theater. As a child, Grande worked with the Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theater, for which she played Annie in Annie, and other roles in Beauty and the Beast and the Wizard of Oz. At 15, she made her Broadway debut in 13: The Musical as Charlotte, earning her a National Youth Theater Association Award. For years, Grande has outwardly expressed her love for the Broadway show Wicked. When she was a little girl, she and her mother won a backstage experience at Wicked on Broadway, allowing her to meet Kristen Chenoweth, the show’s original Glinda. Ever since, Grande has aspired to play Glinda and made fans proud and excited when she portrayed the role in the Wicked movie musical that was released this past fall.

Timotheé Chalamet

Chalamet, the star of A Complete Unknown, made his Broadway debut in 2016 in the play Prodigal Son. Chalamet was destined for the stage as he attended LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, allowing him to participate in theater arts daily. In 2011 he appeared in a stage play called The Talls at Second Stage Uptown. Recently he was featured in the movie musical prequel to Roald Dahl’s fantastical world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory titled Wonka. In this film, he showcased his triple-threat theater talent, truly bringing his character to life with his own theatrical charm.

Sebastian Stan

SStan is a Romanian-born actor who recently won a Golden Globe for his work in A Different Man. He also notably portrayed Donald Trump in the 2024 film The Apprentice, Bucky Barnes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Captain America franchise, and Tommy Lee in Pam & Tommy. While Stan has had an extensive film career, he’s also had his fair share of time on the stage. In 2007 he was in Talk Radio on Broadway, and he appeared on Broadway again in 2012’s Picnic. Stan went to college at the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University, and he studied at Shakespeare’s Globe Theater in London for a year.

Jonathan Bailey

Bailey is best known for his portrayal of Anthony Bridgerton in the Netflix series Bridgerton, based on the books by Julia Quinn. He also starred as Fiyero in last fall’s movie musical Wicked. In 2018, Bailey played Jamie in the West End revival of the musical Company. This part was originally written as a female role named Amy, who sings a hysterical song titled “I Am Not Getting Married Today” in which parts of the song require roughly six words to be sung every second. Being a stunning actor, Bailey was selected for the role. Additionally, Bailey made appearances in The York Realist and King Lear. In 2017, he played Jamie in The Last Five Years in London. You can see him live on stage now at the Bridge Theater in London where he’s playing Richard II in William Shakespeare’s Richard II!

Chris Evans

Captain America himself, Evans, is not a stranger to the stage. As a child, Evans participated in productions with the Concord Youth Theater company. Since his professional career took off, he’s been a philanthropist of the company and helped them secure a permanent location in Concord, Mass. In 2017, Evans was persuaded by Mckenna Grace and Ellen Degeneres to show off his tap dancing skills while on the Ellen show during a press tour for the film Gifted. Turns out, Evans grew up tap dancing, a hallmark dance style of musical theater.

Rachel Zegler

How does one become more of a theater kid than Zegler? When she was just a senior in high school, she was cast as Maria in the 2021 remake of the West Side Story movie musical. At the time, Zegler was playing the role of Fiona in her high school’s production of Shrek: The Musical. Supposedly, she asked West Side Story director Steven Spielberg if she could delay filming so she could finish her senior musical — now that is commitment! Zegler is also known for playing Lucy Gray Baird in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Recently, Zegler played Snow White in the movie musical reimagining of the 1937 classic fairytale, Snow White. Though the film did not receive good reviews, it is certainly not for Zegler’s lack of trying or talent. She made her Broadway debut in Romeo and Juliet in 2024 at the Circle in the Square Theater, which shares a building with the famous Wicked theater, the Gershwin. In this revival of William Shakespeare’s timeless play, Jack Antonoff wrote music specifically for Zegler to sing as an addition to the original story. Romeo + Juliet received glowing reviews from critics and is nominated for “Best Revival of a Play” by the Outer Critics Circle.

Kristen Bell

Bell, known by the younger generation as the voice of Anna in Frozen (2013) is recognized by others for The Good Place (2016-2020), When in Rome (2010), and Nobody Wants This (since 2024). She began her theater career as Dorothy in her high school’s production of The Wizard of Oz. After graduating from high school, Bell went on to study at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. In 2001, Bell made her Broadway debut in the musical The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. The following year she appeared in The Crucible on Broadway. Later, she starred in an off-Broadway musical called Reefer Madness in 2003.

Amanda Seyfried

Seyfried became a household name after her hilarious performance as Karen Smith in Mean Girls (2004). In 2015, she made her off-Broadway debut in The Way We Get By by Neil LaBute. Through her film career, Seyfried has showcased her theater talent. She first sang on-camera in Mamma Mia!, a film adaptation of the ABBA jukebox musical. She also appeared in the Mamma Mia! film sequel, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again in 2018. In 2012, she played the role of adult Cosette in the movie musical Les Miserables with costars Hugh Jackman, Eddie Redmayne, and others.

Eddie Redmayne

The Oscar-winning actor from The Theory of Everything, Redmayne has had an extensive stage career. Most recently, he played Emcee in the Broadway revival of the musical Cabaret. Also on stage, he won an Olivier Award for his performance in the play Red at the Donmar Warehouse. He was also in Richard II in 2011-2012 and The Goat, or Who is Sylvia? in 2004. Bringing his theater roots to the screen, Redmayne portrayed Marius in the 2012 Les Miserables movie musical along with two others on this list: Amanda Seyfried and Hugh Jackman.

Christian Slater

The star of Heathers (1988), Slater has built up his career with theater credits on and off-Broadway. Slater originated the character Clifford in the 1998 Broadway play Side Man. Later, in 2005, he played Tom Wingfield in the Broadway revival of The Glass Menagerie. This past winter, Slater debuted in his first off-Broadway play called The Curse of the Starving Class as the character Weston.

Taylor Swift

The world-famous pop star is most recently known for her theatrical interpretation of her musical discography in the Eras Tour. As a child, it is known that Swift wrote music, but she also participated in local theater. She played Maria in The Sound of Music at the Berks Youth Theater Company. At that company, she was also in productions of Grease, Annie, and Bye Bye Birdie. While on the Graham Norton show, Swift admitted to auditioning for the Les Miserables movie, but she did not get a role in the film. However, she did get a role in the 2019 movie musical of the Andrew-Lloyd Webber musical Cats as Bombalurina. Fans thought this role suited her, considering the love she’s expressed for her pet cats. Swift is a prime example of how participating in theater can hone the skills necessary for a successful career!