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The Purbalite

The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite

The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite

Junior Jonathan Pickell plays the euphonium for Baldwin band.
3 Baldwin students earn trip to state musical performance
Hritika Pokhrel and Gwen Gordon April 9, 2025

Three Baldwin students have been selected to perform at a competitive statewide musical event on Saturday. The...

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Students of Michael Kaufman's geometry class launch water balloons as a part of a project.
Slingshot project launches geometry exploration
William Thurman and Zander Vecchione April 24, 2025

Melons and water balloons might not seem to have much to do with math at first. But they did during geometry...

Junior Gavin McArdle plays Roblox after school at Gaming Club.
Gaming Club powers up
April 23, 2025
Junior Gavin Sakely caught this 21-inch rainbow trout at Buffalo Creek. Photo via Gavin Sakely.
This is no fish story
April 14, 2025
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While most people believe only processed foods contain synthetic dye, it actually can be found in many other everyday items. Photo via Pexels
Use of synthetic dye in consumer products raises concerns
Milana Varon, Photo Editor • April 15, 2025

From over-the-counter medicine to candy and vitamins, many name brand companies contain synthetic dye...

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Stone has a credible reputation because of her versatility. Photo courtesy of  WIkimedia Commons.
Top 3: Stone’s acting has showcased her versatility
Gwen Gordon, Entertainment Editor • April 25, 2025

Actress Emma Stone is known for her versatility and commitment to her roles, leading her to win two Golden...

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Baldwin's boys tennis team plays in the spring sports season.
Boys tennis loses to Butler
Maddy Behr, Entertainment Editor • April 25, 2025

The Baldwin boy’s tennis team lost 4-1 to Butler High School on Thursday.  Despite the loss. senior...

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Victoria Ursida
Victoria Ursida
Club Member

Sophomore Victoria Ursida is a first-year Club Member. In her free time, she can be found cheering, reading, or hanging out with friends.

Olivia O'Malley
Olivia O'Malley
Staff Writer

Junior Olivia O’Malley is a staff writer in her first year on the Purbalite. She can be found playing lacrosse, hanging out with friends, or listening to music.

Sophomore Maizy Gamble-Reynolds is a first-year Club Member. She can be found either listening to crime podcasts in the woods or riding horses during long summer nights. 

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