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The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

Madelyn Shapiro

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor

Madelyn is a senior in her fourth year of writing for The Beacon. She is now a Magazine Editor in addition to running track and being a Friends addict. Mortal fear of muffins, the real ones know why. This Mariokart fiend lives off of dried mango and strawberry fruit leathers. Loves biomed and mini goldendoodles <3.

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A TikTok talk with Samuel Johnson

A TikTok talk with Samuel Johnson

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor June 10, 2020

With all the extra time students have due to quarantine, many students have found themselves turning to TikTok for entertainment, or maybe even fame. With over 7,700 followers, several videos garnering...

Hand completing a multiple choice exam.

Wilson’s redesigned SAT prep class

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor February 1, 2020

The SAT is everywhere, from the emails flooding your inbox to the College Board ads popping up on Snapchat. It has even made its way into the Wilson curriculum, in the form of a semester-long SAT Preparation...

Slamming into Wilson’s poetry scene

Slamming into Wilson’s poetry scene

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor March 30, 2019

Every Wednesday, the Wilson Poetry Club meets in the library for a lunch period packed full of writing and laughter. The group begins with one-word check-ins, where they describe their current mood....

One Acts bring roasts and toast

One Acts bring roasts and toast

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor March 2, 2019

Wilson students, parents, and faculty spend three nights each year in the black box for an evening of laughter, innuendo, and talent at the annual One Acts.  There is a huge assortment of plays, ranging...

Fully sending with Wilson’s skiing club

Fully sending with Wilson’s skiing club

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor January 26, 2019

Three times a year, the Wilson ski team bundles up and heads out to Liberty Mountain Ski Resort in Fairfield, Pennsylvania for a day filled with skiing. The team is coached by science teachers Katherine...

Breaking the ice with Amel Yakoub

Breaking the ice with Amel Yakoub

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor December 16, 2018

Wilson sophomore Amel Yakoub grew up going to Friday night skating events with her friends. Now, she plays both right wing and defenseman for the Wilson ice hockey team, which was previously composed of...

Professional PSA filmed at Wilson

Professional PSA filmed at Wilson

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor December 13, 2018

Wilson students were invited to audition for a series of PSAs for Boys Town of America, an organization based in Nebraska that helps young children grow to be productive in society. At Wilson, they filmed...

‘Tiger Cafe’ debuts in the cafeteria

‘Tiger Cafe’ debuts in the cafeteria

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor September 3, 2018

With its bright orange chairs and brown tables, the brand new Tiger Cafe doesn’t exactly ‘fit in’ with the rest of the cafeteria, let alone Wilson as a whole. But that was the exact intention of...

Artsfest showcases student work

Artsfest showcases student work

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor May 28, 2018

Wilson hosted its fifth annual Artsfest in the atrium from 3:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17. The festival featured student work for sale in addition to student performances, a selfie mural, and art displays....

Spring play to feature an all-Black cast

Spring play to feature an all-Black cast

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor May 11, 2018

For the first time in Wilson theater history, an all-Black cast will take the stage. “Black is…?” will be performed at the black box at 7:30 p.m. on Friday May 11 and Saturday May 12. Similar to...

GSA fosters community within Wilson

GSA fosters community within Wilson

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor December 11, 2017

Lively, stimulating conversations. An inspiring quote written across the wall. A friendly bond between students. All are present at the weekly meetings of the Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA). Previously...

A brief history of Wilson sports

A brief history of Wilson sports

Madelyn Shapiro, Magazine Editor April 1, 2017

Many student athletes walk along the halls of Wilson. Both boys and girls proudly sport their personalized windbreakers or sell donuts throughout the building to raise funds for their team. With eight...

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