Many of Choate’s student clubs venture beyond the gates of the School to engage in service work with the local community. Through these opportunities, students can explore their passions, create meaningful impact, and give back to the community. The Environmental Action Coalition (EAC) provides students with the tools they needRead More
2022 has been an important year for Connecticut state elections, with the governor’s race, one of two senator’s races, and all five House of Representative races occurring this past November. The 2022 Election for Connecticut’s governor finished with the re-election of Mr. Ned Lamont from the Democratic Party. Governor Lamont’sRead More
Content disclaimer: This article discusses a change in Connecticut’s laws pertaining to the adult recreational use of cannabis. However, Choate’s policy regarding cannabis has not changed. According to Dean of Students Mr. Mike A. Velez ’00, “Since it is a major school rule, the Dean of Students Office would lookRead More
Connecticut has bestowed the titles of “State Hero” and “State Heroine” to two people who overcame obstacles and persevered to fight for their justice: Nathan Hale and Prudence Crandall. Although many may have heard the famous words “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for myRead More
On Saturday, October 15, the Wallingford Public Library’s Collaboratory celebrated its 5+1 Anniversary. Led by librarian and Head of Emerging and Creative Technologies Ms. Janet Flewelling, the event showcased the various advanced machines available at the library and offered arts and crafts activities. Popular stations included the virtual reality setup,Read More
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 61 million adults in the United States live with a disability, over seven million of whom have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). In Connecticut, various charity organizations like the Arc of Connecticut (ARC) work to support people with IDD, lobbyingRead More
In recent months, towns across Connecticut have erected several permanent markers to memorialize the lives of enslaved men and women. The Witness Stones Project, founded in 2017 by Mr. Dennis Culliton, is a nonprofit dedicated to restoring history and honoring the humanity of the enslaved individuals who built our communities.Read More
The upcoming 2022 Connecticut gubernatorial election will take place on November 8, 2022, with incumbent Democratic Governor Ned Lamont running for re-election against Republican challenger Bob Stefanowski and Independent challenger Rob Hotaling. The first clash between the candidates occurred on September 26, as the three men gathered for a debateRead More
On the final Friday of every September, all students in Durham, Connecticut, are given the day off from school to attend the historic Durham Fair. Since 1916, Durham has hosted one of the country’s largest annual agricultural fairs. This year, 162,400 people were in attendance. Over its 100 years ofRead More
