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

THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER
Jax Jackson

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief

Jax has been involved with the Harbinger since his freshman year as a graphic designer, but taking Journalism as a junior got him truly excited about journalism. He has discovered a passion for storytelling, advocating through his work and sharing news, recently becoming an Editor-in-Chief. In his free time, Jax enjoys playing tennis, ceramics and performing music.

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The 2024 Algonquin Hall of Fame inductees pose with their plaques after induction, celebrating their achievements and contributions to Algonquin athletics.

Hall of Fame induction celebrates athlete commitment, innovations in athletic equity

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
December 4, 2024
As Thanksgiving approaches, Algonquins students and staff discuss their favorite foods from the holiday.

ROVING REPORTER: Algonquin dishes on Thanksgiving favorites, flops

Jax Jackson, Arushi Kohli, Nora Kurtz, and Calla Torres
November 27, 2024
Sophomore Stephen Green (left) and senior Jonah Gould (right) lead the race at the start of their second lap during the boys' cross country meet on Sept. 24.

Q&A: Boys’ cross-country places third at CMASS meet

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2024
An investigation into racist graffiti found written in pencil on a classroom desk on Friday Nov. 8 is underway. The person responsible for this hate crime remains unidentified.

Police, administrators investigate racist graffiti found in ARHS classroom

Laney Halsey and Jax Jackson
November 14, 2024
There are five ballot questions on the Massachusetts 2024 Election Day, Nov. 5, concerning state policies on audits, education, labor rights, psychedelics and tipping standards.

Quick Guide to Massachusetts ballot questions

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2024
At their 2-0 winning game against Shrewsbury, senior Lindsey Brown shoots the ball, scoring the first goal of the game on Oct. 2.

Girls’ field hockey shoots for the stars in regular season 

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2024
New Assistant Principal Matthew Gitkind is ready to embrace his new school community and build strong bonds with the students and faculty of Algonquin.

New Assistant Principal celebrates joining Algonquin community

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2024
Students share their opinions on the 2024 Vice Presidential Debate held on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Students Speak Out: Deciding a winner of the Vice Presidential Debate

Daniel Elabbasi, Mia Nicosia, and Jax Jackson
October 2, 2024
Dick Walsh has been part of the ARHS community for 64 years as a coach, teacher, and volunteer.

‘Legends never die’

Laney Halsey and Jax Jackson
September 27, 2024
Principal Sean Bevan reflects on his summer and outlines his goals for the 2024-2025 school year.

Q&A: Bevan discusses school spirit, goals for the year ahead

Laney Halsey and Jax Jackson
September 17, 2024
Student Council is hosting movie night on Sept. 14, 2024, where they will show Disney's "Moana."

Student Council stages ‘Moana’ showing

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2024
Students Speak Out: Who truly won the first Presidential Debate?

Students Speak Out: Who truly won the first Presidential Debate?

Zaina Isreb, Jax Jackson, Mia Nicosia, and Emma Vidal
September 11, 2024
On August 29, the first day of school, Harbinger interviewed students and faculty looking back on their summers and forward to the 2024-25 school year.

Roving Reporter: Upperclassmen share summer highlights, school year hopes

Jax Jackson, Calla Torres, and Laney Halsey
September 5, 2024
Sabrina Carpenter's latest album, 'Short n' Sweet,' was released August 23, 2024.

REVIEW: ‘Short n’ Sweet’ houses heart-wrenching meaning

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
September 4, 2024
On August 29, the first day of school, Harbinger interviewed students and faculty looking back on their summers and forward to the 2024-25 school year.

Roving Reporter: Underclassmen, teachers reflect on summer, share expectations for new year

Altea Mehillaj, Jax Jackson, Mia Nicosia, Arjun Mukherjee, and Nora Kurtz
September 3, 2024
On Tuesday August 26, Harbinger interviewed incoming freshmen about their first impressions of Algonquin.

Roving Reporter: Incoming freshmen share expectations for the new year

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2024
Retired Algonquin secretary Christine Lanotte smiles at the celebration of her retirement.

Lanotte reflects on retirement, misses student connections

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
June 13, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Jax Jackson writes that grade inflation has negative effects on students.

Pop the Balloon: Inflated grades harm students

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
June 11, 2024
Principal Sean Bevan reflects on the year so far and looks forward to next year.

Q&A: Bevan reflects on year, sends off seniors

Laney Halsey and Jax Jackson
June 10, 2024
From left to right: post-graduates Norah Shaikh, Olivia Cheney, Julia Cobb and Robin Snow run the 50-yard dash at the Titan Games on May 22.

Q&A: Unified track captain celebrates season

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
June 6, 2024
Chemistry teacher Lorraine Zanini will retire at the end of this year.

Zanini retires, leaving a legacy of learning, connections

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
June 6, 2024
AP Government students spoke on the current Israel-Hamas War protests.

[Photo] High school perspectives on Israel-Hamas War college campus protests

June 4, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Jax Jackson argues that the nickname "zoomer" accurately encapsulates the fast-paced, technology-driven lives of Generation Z.

Is Gen Z the ‘zooming’ generation?

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2024
Committed Seniors: Round 2

Committed Seniors: Round 2

Jax Jackson, Ellie O’Connor, Gabby Richard, and Riya Mahanta
May 22, 2024
The Harbinger will be spotlighting seniors who have committed to playing sports at the college level in multiple rounds. 

Committed Seniors: Round 1

Rhea Anand, Arushi Kohli, Nora Kurtz, and Jax Jackson
May 15, 2024
Members of the Pickleball Club warm up before their meeting on May 14.

[Photo] Pickleball Pandemonium: Courts, Classes, Clubs

May 16, 2024
Presenter Kathi Sullivan presented on alcohol awareness to the junior and senior classes on May 3.

Encompass assembly discusses dangers of underage substance use

Jax Jackson, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2024
New boys' tennis coach Chuck Bourke takes notes on the team's match against Shrewsbury on May 7.

[Photo] Spring season welcomes four new varsity coaches

Laney Halsey, Grace Bouzan, and Kyle Miller
May 7, 2024
New boys' varsity tennis coach Chuck Bourke coaches freshman second singles player Kunal Jandu during the team's match on April 25 against Grafton.

Nymphia Wind displays her runway for the 'Fandango' category. Sports Editor Jax Jackson placed her first this week

The Racer Ru-view: Week Thirteen

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
May 1, 2024
Wellness Days were first implemented for the 2023-2024 school year, but will undergo some adjustments before the fall.

[Photo] Wellness Days to change for 2024-25 school year

Laney Halsey, Sports Editor
April 30, 2024
Algonquin's Team 1100 competes in the 2024 FIRST Robotics District Championship.

Team 1100 celebrates learning, hope for future seasons

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 26, 2024
The queens of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 were challenged to doll up new drag queens with their own signature style.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Twelve

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 22, 2024
Postgraduate Alec Kuperstein smiles with Principal Sean Bevan and his diploma during his graduation on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Kuperstein caps off CAP program with graduation ceremony

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
Contestants Sapphira Cristál and Plane Jane present their prohibition-era-themed bathroom design. The pair were placed for a tied victory by Sports Editor Jax Jackson.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Eleven

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
Junior goalie Sadie O’Connell saves a shot from Wachusett in a tough game on April 2, which the Titans lost 14-17.

Spring sports kick off season with perseverance, excitement

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 8, 2024
Plane Jane and Q share their "Corporate Queens" seminar in this week's challenge on Season 16 of "RuPaul's Drag Race."

The Racer Ru-view: Week Ten

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 4, 2024
Sports Editor Jax Jackson argues that too many required classes limit students' opportunities to explore other interests through electives.

The Requireds are tired

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 3, 2024
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 contestant Morphine Love Dion performs her verse of "Power" by RuPaul. Sports Editor Jax Jackson placed her first this week.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Nine

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
April 3, 2024
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 contestant Dawn hears critiques on her handmade goth outfit. Sports Editor Jax Jackson placed her third this week.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Eight

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
March 22, 2024
Best Buddies ambassador Norah Shaikh works alongside other Best Buddies members to prepare for the Friendship Ball.

Friendship Ball promotes inclusivity, connection

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
March 21, 2024
Sports Editor Jax Jackson's top pick of the week, Sapphira Cristál, performs as James Brown in the Snatch Game.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Seven

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2024
Algonquin's World Language Week was held last week, March 4 through March 8.

Celebrating World Language Week: Hear the voices, read the stories

Ava "Cam" Arcona, Calla Torres, Jax Jackson, Mia Nicosia, and Altea Mehillaj
March 12, 2024
Contestants on this episode of "RuPaul’s Drag Race" perform in “The Sound of Rusic,” a parody musical based on “The Sound of Music.”

The Racer Ru-view: Week Six

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
March 7, 2024
Lindsey Brown defends the ball from the Franklin player at the field hockey game on Oct. 18, 2021.

Titan to Team USA: Brown selected for National Field Hockey Team

Maggie Haven and Jax Jackson
March 4, 2024
Contestant Sapphira Cristál takes the stage dressed similarly to her branded doll for this week's design challenge.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Five

Jax Jackson, Sports Editor
February 28, 2024
RuPaul's Drag Race contestants Megami, Mhi'ya Iman Le'Paige, Geneva Karr, and Nymphia Wind (right to left) perform in their lipsync performance of "A.S.M.R. Lover" by RuPaul.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Four

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
February 15, 2024
Assistant News Editor Jax Jackson placed Plane Jane at second place this week, due to her humor and her feathered runway look.

The Racer Ru-view: Week Three

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
February 14, 2024
Assistant News Editor Jax Jackson reviews the Starbucks drinks that give customers the most value.

Buck to Bean: When Starbucks is worth the higher prices

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
February 8, 2024
Assistant News Editor Jax Jackson places Nymphia Wind at first place for the second episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

The Racer Ru-view: Week Two

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
February 7, 2024
Math teacher and track coach Patrick Galvin cheers for Algonquin runners at the Northeast Invitational on Jan. 12, 2024. Accompanied by math teacher Corey Pooler, the teachers coach the runners on the track and teach them in the classroom.

Lessons in the classroom and on the field

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
February 2, 2024
Top 5 2024 Song of the Year nominees

Top 5 2024 Song of the Year nominees

Laney Halsey and Jax Jackson
February 2, 2024
Staff Writer Jax Jackson places drag queen Sapphira Cristál at second place this week, as she presented a funny and entertaining talent show performance.

The Racer Ru-view: A Week-to-Week Look at ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’

Jax Jackson, Assistant News Editor
January 31, 2024
Juniors Justin Rotaru and Preston Cote wrote a book on investing called "The Essential Investor."

Invested in investing

Jax Jackson, Staff Writer
December 6, 2023
Army Veteran and Class of 2019 graduate Tony Massaglia hands the microphone off to Marine Staff Sergeant Nicholas Lamothe when answering a question from the audience.

Veterans share experiences in assembly

Jax Jackson, Laney Halsey, Gabby Richard, Jack Cheney, Michael Cashel, Tylor Doherty, Jack Mazur, Liana Meehan, and Wilson Zhang
November 20, 2023
Six students from two different schools in France were paired with Algonquin students and their families during their approximately two weeks in the community.

Visiting French students share views of Algonquin and American experience

Jax Jackson, Laney Halsey, Liana Meehan, Samantha Capes, Jay Edwards, Gabby Richard, Jack Jones, Michael Cashel, Tylor Doherty, Jack Cheney, Jack Mazur, and Wilson Zhang
November 4, 2023
Roving Reporter: How has the school year been going?

Roving Reporter: How has the school year been going?

Liana Meehan, Wilson Zhang, Michael Cashel, Jax Jackson, Jack Cheney, Samantha Capes, Tylor Doherty, Jack Mazur, Jay Edwards, Gabby Richard, and Laney Halsey
October 13, 2023
The class of 2025 is bringing back the Variety Show as "Algonquin's Got Talent," and performances will be held on March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Black Box theater.

Variety Show returns after pandemic hiatus

Jax Jackson, Staff Writer
March 16, 2023
Staff Writer Cass Melo writes that the voting age needs to be lowered because 16 year-olds can make many valuable contributions to their community.

[Photo] The voting age needs to be lowered

Cass Melo, Staff Writer
February 7, 2023
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