Author: Dhvanii Raval

Why PARCC matters (and why you should care)

Charged iPads, tired eyes, and whole lot of carelessness seem to be some characteristics among Conant freshman in the first two weeks of April. As freshman click on their keyboards and sign in to...

Swimming in PE: Lifesaver or Time-waster?

Graphic by Eleanor Park When the temperature outside dips below freezing, most people like to break out their snow boots and winter coats. Instead, a majority of Conant girls are unpacking their swimsuits and...

The secret of attraction

Image credit: Mauli Patel The month of Feburary is most notably known for one day: Valentine’s Day. Couples will be celebrating their love and many of us wonder, “How do they do it?” The...

Are righties given the upper hand?

Image credit: Mauli Patel Imagine being left-handed and sitting in math class with the teacher speeding through notes. You scribble them down as fast as you can. However, graphite accumulates on your hand and smears...

Meet the 2016 presidential candidates

Throughout the next few months Crier writers and guest student writers will contribute to this rolling article, profiling each candidate running in the 2016 presidential election. Each profile will contain their background, three reasons...