Articles by: Vincenzo DiNatale '19

I Live In Wallingford, But Choate Is My Home

May 17, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

I am often told that being a day student from Wallingford is the ideal situation for a Choate student. You can reap the benefits of going home every night, perhaps for a home-cooked meal or for a conversation with your parents. But living within walking distance of campus, you canRead More

Want to Be an Effective Leader? Here Are My Tips

May 10, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

As my Choate career nears its end, I am grateful to have played an active role in the community. Through my roles as a prefect, Managing Editor of The Choate News, and Chair of the Committee on Student Activities (COSA), I’ve come to understand the importance of effective leadership, especiallyRead More

Mayor William Dickinson has spoken out against recreational marijuana legalization. Photo courtesy of Record-Journal

Local Leaders Rally Against Marijuana

March 29, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

As states across the nation push to legalize recreational marijuana, Connecticut, too, has taken interest — and the debate over the substance’s legalization has now reached Wallingford. Democratic committee leaders announced on Thursday, March 14, that bills in three separate committees would, if passed in the Connecticut General Assembly, fullyRead More

Above: Graphic by Chandler Littleford / The Choate News

An Antidote to Modern Woes: Uninstalling All Social Media

February 1, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

  During vacations, Choate students’ social media accounts are often strung together by a similar set of features. Though I’ve seen everything from a classmate’s community service trip to Peru to a friend skydiving over Australia, I find that most of my peers don’t hesitate to fill their Instagram pagesRead More

Be Mindful of the College Process

October 12, 2018 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

It’s hectic. It’s stressful. It’s the college process. Early decision deadlines are approaching, and many seniors are scrambling to attend information sessions, finalize personal statements, and complete supplements. It’s nothing new: applying to college always comes with a certain degree of stress. Though worrying about college seems to be universalRead More

Photo Courtesy of Ross Mortensen

Seize the Year!

September 21, 2018 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

With the school beginning in full force, the 112th masthead of The Choate News encourages the student body to explore and to take advantage of the many opportunities Choate has to offer [Photo Courtesy of Ross Mortensen].

Los Mariachis offers authentic Mexican cuisine

Beyond the Tuck Shop – Los Mariachis

May 11, 2018 at 11:31 pm Comments are Disabled

Located at the intersection of North Colony Road and Church Street is Los Mariachis — one of Wallingford’s favorite Mexican restaurants. Locals frequent the venue for a wide variety of Mexican food staples, including tacos, burritos, fajitas, and chimichangas. The restaurant has been in business for more than a decade,Read More

Editorial on AP Exams

May 11, 2018 at 7:00 am Comments are Disabled

The 112th masthead of The Choate News questions the significance of taking AP exams at Choate. Students are urged to reconsider the benefits actually gained from the experience.

Extracurriculars at Choate: Passion Over Position

April 13, 2018 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

At a school that offers over 100 clubs, along with a plethora of other extracurricular activities, it is no surprise that students choose to heavily involve themselves in such activities. This affords many the opportunity to solidify their passions, explore new areas of interest, or simply take a break fromRead More