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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
Rachel Stofanak

Rachel Stofanak, Features Editor

Rachel is a senior Features Editor for the Purbalite. She spends her summers living in the woods and going by the nickname Echo and her school years doing homework and going by Barb.

 

Students should feel free to try taking a variety of electives and extracurricular activities without worrying about how it will look on a college application.

Senior Farewell: Don’t let college concerns rule your high school years

Rachel Stofanak, Magazine Editor
May 24, 2019
Welcome to our new video series, "Jaiman Reacts," starring Purbalite staffer Jaiman White.

Video: Jaiman reacts to `High School Musical’

Jaiman White, Avery Greenaway, Paige Crawley, Prudence Nowicki, and Rachel Stofanak
May 6, 2019
Student actors participate in the Mock Crash program, an event designed to encourage safe driving.

Mock crash aims to boost safe driving

Prudence Nowicki and Rachel Stofanak
April 30, 2019
The new Avengers movie wraps up phase three of the Marvel cinematic universe.

Column: Paranoia about spoilers has gone too far

Rachel Stofanak, Magazine Editor
April 29, 2019
The district will look into the possibility of letting students eat elsewhere, as a part of a proposal that also could include the creation of an advisory period.

Advisory period, “to go” lunches studied

Grace Esposito and Rachel Stofanak
April 25, 2019

Friends of Rachel raffle rewards acts of kindness

Rachel Stofanak and Cassie Snyder
April 17, 2019

Advisory period, “to go” lunches studied

Grace Esposito and Rachel Stofanak
April 16, 2019
Audio dramas are wonderful as a small community, but they also deserve far more appreciation than they get. Those who are looking for a new show to binge but finding nothing appealing should instead consider trying podcasts. They’re far more than the stereotype makes them seem.

Audio dramas have more to offer than what most would think

Rachel Stofanak, Magazine Editor
April 8, 2019
Editors Prudence Nowicki, Paige Crawley, Rachel Stofanak, Avery Greenaway analyze high school prom.

Podcast: Staffers offer advice on having a great prom

Avery Greenaway, Rachel Stofanak, Paige Crawley, and Prudence Nowicki
March 7, 2019
Seniors Ben Daly (left) and Evan Rector sit in the cafeteria at the cafeteria.

New rule: All students will have to take lunch next year

Anamarie Martinez, Grace Esposito, and Rachel Stofanak
February 19, 2019
Senior Tommy Ahlin balances a challenging course load, leadership positions in several clubs, and varsity athletics.

Tommy goes ‘Ahlin’ for academics

Rachel Stofanak, Features Editor
February 12, 2019
With a rich, diverse cast that fills an old play with emotions and magic, The Tempest portrays Shakespeare in a way that even those who dislike his plays in high school can enjoy.

Pittsburgh Public Theater’s ‘The Tempest’ brings modern perspective to a dated play

Rachel Stofanak, Features Editor
February 6, 2019
Baldwin students will participate in a lip dub competition later in the year.

Students hope to bring back lip dub

Prudence Nowicki and Rachel Stofanak
December 19, 2018
These movies, while repetitive, are incredibly fun to watch, especially with a group. Pointing out the repetitive plot or acting is especially enjoyable during a marathon, and jokingly trying to connect all the movies with the same lead actor is entertaining.

15 School Days of Christmas: Hallmark movies lack plot and talent

Rachel Stofanak, Features Editor
December 18, 2018
"Christmas Past" is a popular Christmas podcast that discusses different aspects of Christmas in each episode.

15 School Days of Christmas: Podcasts for the holidays

Rachel Stofanak, Features Editor
December 13, 2018
Podcasts are gaining popularity, but it is hard to find one that you will enjoy.

Beginner’s guide to finding and watching podcasts

Rachel Stofanak, Magazine Editor
December 6, 2018
Staff diversity: Math teacher Bryan Black has only worked with one other African-American teacher in his 22 years at Baldwin. Teacher diversity remains a national issue.

Teacher diversity a national concern

Rachel Stofanak, Elizabeth Solenday, and Cassie Snyder
November 5, 2018

VIDEO: The Purbalite’s (mostly) stress-free guide to college applications

Rachel Stofanak, Paige Crawley, Avery Greenaway, and Prudence Nowicki
October 23, 2018
The high school is taking up Rachel's Challenge, which challenges students to be kinder to one another.

Assembly tomorrow to focus on anti-bullying, spreading kindness

Rachel Stofanak and Devon Schroeder
September 4, 2018
Photo via Wikimedia Commons under Creative Common License.

Despite Riverhounds’ success attendance stays low

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
June 4, 2018

Podcast: Art installations make a statement

Prudence Nowicki, Devon Schroeder, and Rachel Stofanak
May 30, 2018
The newest art installation focuses on creativity and what it means to students.

Art installation explores creativity

Devon Schroeder, Prudence Nowicki, and Rachel Stofanak
May 10, 2018
Janelle Monae's album touches on politics

Janelle Monae’s album touches on politics

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
May 3, 2018
College Board has changed the AP World curriculum to begin at 1200 C.E.

New English classes create flexibility

Anamarie Martinez and Rachel Stofanak
April 11, 2018
Podcasts appeal to variety of teens

Podcasts appeal to variety of teens

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
March 28, 2018
Love, Simon captures so many emotions in one film

Love, Simon captures so many emotions in one film

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
March 19, 2018

VIDEO: Student walkout protests gun violence at schools

Natalie Zgurich, Prudence Nowicki, and Rachel Stofanak
March 14, 2018
Students gathered on softball field for walkout.

Students walk out to support Parkland, protest gun violence

Mackenzie Sendro, Avery Greenaway, and Rachel Stofanak
March 14, 2018

Baldwin students plan walkout to protest gun violence in schools

Avery Greenaway and Rachel Stofanak
March 7, 2018
Snapchat remains one of the most popular social media apps for teens. Image via Snapchat.

Review: Snapchat update draws criticism

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
Tattoos share unique stories

Tattoos share unique stories

Areanna Bivens and Rachel Stofanak
February 6, 2018
College Board has changed the AP World curriculum to begin at 1200 C.E.

English department provides upcoming seniors with new courses

Anamarie Martinez and Rachel Stofanak
February 5, 2018
Baldwin High School students begin their school day. Photo taken by Taylor Donahue.

Districts mull start times

Rachel Stofanak, Prudence Nowicki, and Avery Greenaway
January 29, 2018
Both the mat and game day cheer teams placed first overall, as well as topping their division opponents. Junior Alaina Wodarek won first place in tumbling.

Competitive cheerleading sets sights on states, nationals

Purdence Nowicki, Rachel Stofanak, and Jarrod Chermely
January 16, 2018
`Grown-ish' moves `Black-ish' to college

`Grown-ish’ moves `Black-ish’ to college

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
January 4, 2018
The boys hockey team defeated Greater Latrobe 6-2 on Thursday.

Hockey falls short up against Montour

Prudence Nowicki and Rachel Stofanak
December 5, 2017
Crawley pictures publishing project

Crawley pictures publishing project

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
November 3, 2017
New teachers bring experience, energy

New teachers bring experience, energy

Rebecca Case, Elizabeth Solenday, and Rachel Stofanak
November 2, 2017
Students show school spirit

Students show school spirit

Areanna Bivens and Rachel Stofanak
November 1, 2017

Falsettos the musical remains relevant

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
October 23, 2017
Opinion: #MeToo an important movement, but can be improved

Opinion: #MeToo an important movement, but can be improved

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writers
October 17, 2017
Will and Grace makes a comeback

Will and Grace makes a comeback

Prudence Nowicki and Rachel Stofanak
September 29, 2017
Photo editor's photos published in new book about Pittsburgh

Photo editor’s photos published in new book about Pittsburgh

Rachel Stofanak, Staff Writer
September 20, 2017
Veterans Day: Mr. Skinkis served

Veterans Day: Mr. Skinkis served

Rachel Stofanak and Prudence Nowicki
November 11, 2016
Marching band takes first in tourney

Marching band takes first in tourney

RACHEL STOFANAK and JELENA WINOWICH
October 24, 2016
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