The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
Alli Schroeder

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor

Senior Alli Schroeder is a multimedia editor in her third year on staff. When she is not writing, she can be found making her own clothes or earrings, and fangirling over Stevie Nicks. 

The Baldwin boys and girls swim teams compete in the winter season.

[Photo] Boys, girls swimming fall to Plum

Eli Traud and Grace Spozarski
January 13, 2023
Roderick Wilson, a security guard at Baldwin High School, is known for his enthusiastic morning greetings to students and for attending school sports events.

Security guard’s passion for positivity stretches from activism to morning greetings

Alli Schroeder and Ethan Spozarski
May 27, 2021
Laufey's new ep is centered around emotions associated with love.

Laufey makes new magic starting from older sounds

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
May 17, 2021
Unvaccinated people in Germany will be able to go to grocery stores and pharmacies, but not non-essential businesses.

Get the vaccine because it’s the responsible thing to do

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
May 14, 2021

Podcast: Musical cast members discuss their return to stage with Once Upon a Mattress

Alli Schroeder and Grace Hampton
April 20, 2021
Simone's EP is perfect to listen to on car rides with the windows down.

Essential Listening: Simone’s EP makes a perfect summer playlist

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
April 9, 2021
Tamar-kali is the essential segue into afro-punk music in the riot grrrl scene.

The resurgence in the riot grrrl scene should be more inclusive

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
March 26, 2021
The responsibility of sexual assault and harassment falls on the perpetrator, not the victim.

Opinion: It’s time for men to put a stop to sexual harassment, assault

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
March 19, 2021
The Baldwin varsity ice hockey team plays in the 3A division.

Ice hockey defeats Shaler, 5-2

Alli Schroeder and Ethan Spozarski
March 12, 2021
A name reading vigil will be held on March 26th to honor victims of identity based violence.

All-night vigil to be held at Baldwin High School to honor victims of violence

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
February 26, 2021

State of Debate podcast looks at Biden’s executive orders

Kevin Hutchinson, Dominick Ditoro, and Alli Schroeder
February 8, 2021
championship.

[Photo] Ice hockey rolls on with win over Greater Latrobe

Paul Kercher, Staff Writer
January 29, 2021
State Rep. Dan Miller discussed local and national issues with members of the debate club and newspaper staff on Friday.

Rep. Miller discusses local, national issues with BHS students

Lindsay Bonetti, Grace Hampton, Alli Schroeder, and Izzy Swanson
January 25, 2021
President Donald Trump, pictured here at a 2016 campaign rally, has continued to claim that he did not lose the 2020 election to Joe Biden.

Opinion: Violence at Capitol shows Trump at his worst

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
January 7, 2021
High school students joined in on a high school education forum on Thursday.

Internet access must improve, Costa tells student forum

Grace Hampton, Alli Schroeder, and Lindsay Bonetti
December 17, 2020
After a year of isolation, though, people who grew used to the calm, solitary environment of quarantine will soon have to face a reopened and once again bustling society.

The 15 School Days of Christmas: This year, stay home and give the gift of safety

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
December 17, 2020
On Thursday, President Joe Biden signed a $1.9 trillion dollar COVID-19 relief package.

History teachers say Biden faces a difficult path with divided nation

Alli Schroeder and Izzy Swanson
November 8, 2020
Senior Gina Bolla will be competing at states on Saturday.

Bolla loses shoe, but wins spot in state championships

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
November 2, 2020
Baldwin students were checking their phones throughout the day for election updates.

Opinion: Voter suppression efforts show Trump’s desperation

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
October 30, 2020
On Thursday, President Joe Biden signed a $1.9 trillion dollar COVID-19 relief package.

Opinion: Biden will be a president for all

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
October 21, 2020
The Baldwin girls volleyball team has won numerous section titles over the years.

Volleyball team wins big on senior rec night

Alli Schroeder and Izzy Swanson
October 16, 2020
For the third straight year, the Baldwin golf team has reached the playoffs.

Golf team reaches playoffs for third straight year

Alli Schroeder and Ethan Spozarski
September 28, 2020

Video story: In pandemic, marching band doesn’t miss a beat

Alli Schroeder and Izzy Swanson
September 21, 2020
After a year of isolation, though, people who grew used to the calm, solitary environment of quarantine will soon have to face a reopened and once again bustling society.

Girls soccer, football players quarantined after positive test results

Alli Schroeder, Grace Hampton, and Lindsay Bonetti
September 17, 2020
George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass" stands as the best solo album by a Beatle.

Essential Listening: Don’t pass on the best solo album by a Beatle

Alli Schroeder, Design Editor
May 31, 2020
With social isolation, many people have taken on workout regimens, but others have struggled to be active under quarantine.

Opinion: Workout trend shouldn’t include body image shaming

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
May 18, 2020
That '70s Show takes viewers back in time to follow the experiences of protagonist Eric Forman.

What to Binge Watch: Time travel back to That ’70s Show

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
April 30, 2020
Online learning in the fourth quarter has pass-fail grades and "Flex Fridays," when no new work is assigned.

Reactions mixed to week of optional distance learning

Alli Schroeder, Grace Esposito, and Jaiman White
April 3, 2020
Darryn Sleeman will continue her lacrosse career at Chatham University.

Darryn Sleeman

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
February 27, 2020
Electoral Colleges serve an important purpose during elections in terms of votes.

The electoral college system is flawed

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia editor
February 12, 2020
During the past decade, the United States has legalized same sex marriage.

Taking pride in politics

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
February 12, 2020
The gymnastics team captured first place in the silver division at states this past weekend.

[Photo] Gymnast got an early start via trampoline

Lena Barakat, Sports Editor
February 10, 2020
Officer Dave Artman retires from the police force after 25 years.

[Photo] Officer Artman retires after 25 years

Zachary Wyse, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
One of the speakers at the vigil for violence victims will be Baldwin grad TIm Hindes, designer of the Stronger Than Hate logo.

35-hour vigil planned for victims of violence

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
January 29, 2020
The Baldwin wresting team suffered a loss last night to Bethel Park.

[Photo] Wrestling team falls to Bethel

Colton Brain, Staff Writer
January 7, 2020
The holidays are a time to celebrate, but 5 billion pound of trash will be thrown out this season.

It’s beginning to look a lot like pollution

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
December 20, 2019
Gillian Geyer and Avery Pasquale package up cell phones for the day. About 40 students participated in the iFocus, or "no phone" day, event to benefit Toys For Tots today.

Students lock up their phones to help needy kids

Alli Schroeder and Erin Fader
December 3, 2019
Uighur Muslims in Xinjiang, China are facing a cultural genocide.

Opinion: Chinese religious crackdown must stop

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
December 3, 2019
Baldwin is participating in iFocus or No Phone Day on December 3rd.

Students to give up phone for charity

Erin Fader and Alli Schroeder
November 25, 2019
Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr releases his 20th studio album.

Review: New Ringo record not worth many stars

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
November 19, 2019
Baldwin ranks among the top schools in the area for Keystone testing.

Baldwin scores high on growth

Adam Goldsboro, Brooke Scanlon, Alli Schroeder, and Tyler Zeman
November 15, 2019
The marching band duo represents the football and cheer teams by wearing their uniforms during halftime.

[Photo] 2 band members find time for cheer and football

Grace Hampton and Pratiksha Timsina
November 15, 2019
Crowd limits have been eased by the state for both indoor and outdoor sports.

[Photo] Football team makes big strides

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
November 12, 2019
Senior Ben DeLallo brings laughs to Baldwin by dresses as Guy Fieri.

[Photo] SLIDESHOW: Students dress up for Halloween at Baldwin

Purbalite Staff, Staff Writers
October 31, 2019
Pony embraces a more child-like musical side than previous albums.

New Rex Orange County album doesn’t ‘foal’ around

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
October 30, 2019
With summer clothing coming back, it can lead to stress, and overthinking with yourself.

Upcycling creates uniqueness in fashion

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
October 25, 2019

VIDEO: 1999 championship football team takes a bow

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
October 16, 2019

VIDEO: Hoops contest, homecoming court anchor pep rally

Grace Hampton, Alli Schroeder, and Astrid Senko
October 11, 2019
Assistant Principal Jon Peebles is returning to the high school.

Peebles returns as BHS assistant principal

Pratiksha Timsina and Alli Schroeder
October 9, 2019
Brooke Scanlon organized the student-led prayer event "See You at the Pole" today before school.

Students meet at flagpole as part of national prayer movement

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
September 25, 2019
Rylee Boyle was diagnosed with leukemia on March 30. After months of treatments, she was declared cancer-free. Her first day back at school was September 16.

[Photo] Sophomore returns after leukemia battle

Zach Wyse and Lena Barakat
September 24, 2019
Senior Beth Yauch placed third at the PIAA Individual State Tennis Championships.

Senior Beth Yauch places 2nd at WPIAL championships

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
September 23, 2019
Brooke Scanlon organized the student-led prayer event "See You at the Pole" today before school.

Student plans before-school prayer session

Alli Schroeder, Multimedia Editor
September 13, 2019
Students Anthony Esposito, Marylou Jordan and Jake Dulya pose in front of Esposito's painted spot.

Seniors personalize parking spots with paint

Alli Schroeder and Pratiksha Timsina
September 12, 2019
Slide show: The Class of 2019 graduates

Slide show: The Class of 2019 graduates

Alli Schroeder, Grace Hampton, Astrid Senko, and Lena Barakat
June 4, 2019
Students in culinary arts classes participated in the Cupcake Wars competition.

Culinary students battle in Cupcake Wars

Alli Schroeder, Pratiksha Timsina, and Brooke Scanlon
April 30, 2019
The baseball team won 12-3 on Tuesday in a non-section game away against Keystone Oaks.

Baseball takes loss against USC

Alli Schroeder and Sarah Bagay
April 26, 2019
Cage The Elephant’s new album, Social Cues, perfectly highlights their style -- since their style is to constantly be changing.

Cage the Elephant’s new album highlights band’s style

Alli Schroeder, Staff Writer
April 25, 2019
In addition to thrifting in person, there are several online thrift stores that are good options when buying used clothes.

Thrifting creates unique looks at an affordable price

Alli Schroeder, Staff Writer
April 24, 2019
Girls softball defeated Steel Valley 6-5.

Softball comes away with dominant victory

Sarah Bagay and Alli Schroeder
April 3, 2019
The Girls Softball team takes on Norwin today in first round of play-offs.

Softball looks to keep their success streak

Andrew Golvash and Alli Schroeder
March 27, 2019
Rock is here to stay, and although it is not currently the most popular genre, it has had a great influence on music culture and history, and it still produces great music today.

Rock will make a comeback eventually

Alli Schroeder, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
Golvash, Shannon lead hockey team to playoff win

Golvash, Shannon lead hockey team to playoff win

Victoria Di Cesare and Alli Schroeder
February 27, 2019
Senior Megan Bonenberger won Baldwin Idol and therefore, the donations collected went to Center for Hearing and Deaf Services.

Megan Bonenberger takes all in Baldwin Idol

Lena Barakat and Alli Schroeder
February 15, 2019
Senior Megan Bonenberger won the Baldwin Idol charity event this year.

VIDEO STORY: Students sing for a cause at Baldwin Idol

Lena Barakat and Alli Schroeder
February 15, 2019
Senior Megan Bonenberger won Baldwin Idol and therefore, the donations collected went to Center for Hearing and Deaf Services.

Baldwin Idol set to return Friday

Lena Barakat and Alli Schroeder
February 5, 2019
Ice hockey's winning streak comes to an end

Ice hockey’s winning streak comes to an end

Alli Schroeder and Lena Barakat
January 29, 2019
Load More Stories
Donate to The Purbalite
$545
$750
Contributed
Our Goal