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The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

Anna Tao, Staff Writer

Hi, I’m Anna! I’m a senior and I’ve been writing since the beginning of Sophomore year. I’ve happily been a dedicated staff writer and will continue to do my diligence! Writing for Spectrum has been an amazing way to get the first scoop on inner school workings/thoughts, expanding my own opinions, and understanding the people who make up Blake. Outside of Spectrum, I love to paint, read, sing, and try new things. I’m so excited for my final year on this paper!

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The cast dances at the end of the show, celebrating the weddings that just took place.

Fall Play Review

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
December 19, 2024
The entire student body, from the ELC students to the seniors, gathered together on Sept. 6 for Convocation.

Convocation and Class? No Thanks.

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
October 1, 2024
Anna Craig '25 and Aveline Carroll '24 perform on stage.

Addams Family Musical Review

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
March 13, 2024
The Stanley Quencher Tumbler in the light blue color is a popular, iconic option.

Stanley Tumbler: Stylish or Practical?

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
February 15, 2024
Vibrant student section displays immaculate support for the football team during homecoming, making the experience
better for both the athletes and fans in attendance.

School Spirit

Sonia Lerner and Anna Tao
February 14, 2024
Elevator Misuse Escalates

Elevator Misuse Escalates

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
February 6, 2024
Tao baked two gluten free pies the morning of Thanksgiving.

Gluten Free Pie Satisfies

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
December 6, 2023
The cast of the play take a triumphant bow and thank the tech crew for their work after a wonderful performance.

Fall Play Delivers Luminous Show

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
December 6, 2023

Comparing Red Vs. Green Apples

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
Legacy Day Loses Connection

Legacy Day Loses Connection

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
Students take on the Mustangs in a tug of war while both mascots cheer them on.

Den Successfully Defended

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
May 26, 2023
Cast members strike a pose after completing the final number on the Sunday Mar. 12 matinee, wrapping up a weekend of performances.

“Twelfth Night” Energizes

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
March 17, 2023
Buck break dances at his University of Chicago reunion. He often competes in dance battles with “different formats, but the most common is they’ll have a preliminary round where
everybody dances for 45 seconds or a minute, and sometimes that’s showcase style where they’ll just have one person come up after the other and dance in front of the judges.”

Harold Buck Breaks it Down

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
March 16, 2023
SIAC announced the theme for the winter dance with throwing glow sticks and candy to the crowd.

Winter Dance Revived in Neon

Anna Tao, Staff Writer
February 2, 2023
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