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The official student news site of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough, MA

THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

The official student news site of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough, MA

THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

After eight years at the Bancroft School in Worcester, Technology Systems Administrator Richard Cassidy is eager to continue working with computers and deal with technology related issues in the ARHS community.

Richard Cassidy looks forward to different environment as new Technology Systems Administrator

Tisya Singh, Assistant News Editor February 1, 2021

Richard Cassidy recently joined the Algonquin facility staff as a Technology Systems Administrator where he works to fix technology related issues that arise. Cassidy decided to join Algonquin after...

Solar panels were installed at the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year in an effort to save money on electricity and address energy conservation at Algonquin.

ARHS combats climate change through energy conservation projects

Riya Mahanta and Zoe Manousos January 31, 2021

Although many students believe otherwise, Algonquin’s staff has pursued many projects to address energy conservation to reduce the school’s carbon footprint as well as save money, while clubs at Algonquin...

Though student engagement can be limited in remote learning environments, breakout rooms have been helpful for personal one-on-one meetings and working in in smaller groups.

Breakout rooms promote personal settings, student participation

Henry Antino, Staff Writer January 28, 2021

As classrooms have turned into computer screens, teachers and staff have been forced to find creative ways to engage students through the use of breakout rooms on Zoom. Since the March shutdown due...

Applied Arts and Technology teacher Patricia Riley and her Entrepreneurship class prepare delivery carts for The Daily Grind, a new ARHS breakfast delivery service.

The grind never stops

Melissa Dai, News Editor January 23, 2021

Over the past few months, a group of business students led by senior Project Manager Kevin Palma have channeled their entrepreneurial spirit into developing an ARHS breakfast delivery service called The...

The pandemic has forced many working students such as senior Anni Garden who works at Mauro’s Cafe in Southborough, to adjust to different working conditions.

Students adapt as COVID impacts workplaces

Katherine Wu, Staff Writer January 20, 2021

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, many students with jobs have been working in new conditions to avoid exposure to the virus.  According to the Town of Northborough and Town of Southborough,  Northborough...

Most teachers believe that while certain topics are better taught in person, Zoom meetings are important in simulating a classroom-style environment.

Zoom creates connections during remote learning

Jeffrey Dratch, Staff Writer January 15, 2021

Since the start of hybrid learning, the effectiveness of Zoom meetings for teaching and learning has been put to the test and proven successful, though some students don't believe online classes are effective.  According...

The storming of the Capitol: Algonquins reactions

The storming of the Capitol: Algonquin’s reactions

January 14, 2021

Students and faculty were asked about their reactions to the shutdown of the Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6. Social Distancing procedures were practiced during all interviews and masks were worn inside...

All students qualify for free meals provided by the cafeteria through a national grant. Student participation is necessary for the success of this grant as the more meals the cafeteria can distribute, the higher the opportunity to gain profit.

National grant provides free lunches but cafeteria needs more appetites

Megan Harrington, Staff Writer January 11, 2021

Because of the school district's participation in a national grant, there is such a thing as a free lunch at Algonquin this year; however, many students are not taking advantage of the free meals they...

Though the pandemic has made it difficult for coffee shops to thrive, some, such as Lalajava, have grown stronger as companies through community support.

Northborough coffee shops challenged yet united by COVID

Yahya Ibrahimi, Staff Writer January 10, 2021

COVID has challenged businesses to survive during a global pandemic that has threatened sales, revenue and their very livelihood, but in many ways local business owners have found these challenges have...

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Algonquin Writing Center has gone completely online, helping students through virtual and pen pal tutoring.

Algonquin Writing Center goes all online, tackles new marketing strategies

Jessie Lambert, Assistant A&E Editor January 10, 2021

Have you ever been stuck on an idea during the writing process? Or maybe you are struggling with finding your voice in your writing? Have you attended the Algonquin Writing Center (AWC) for assistance...

2015 graduate Jonathan Cahill returns to Algonquin, helping students in the classroom and on the field as an Educational Support Professional and football and baseball coach.

Alumnus Cahill reconnects with teachers, coaches as Educational Support Professional

Yahya Ibrahimi, Staff Writer January 9, 2021

For educators, returning to their high schools to teach can be an opportunity to give back to the community that raised them. Educational Support Professional (ESP) Jonathan Cahill, a member of the Algonquin...

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