BY MOUNIR KARMOUNE

On April 3, Apple released its newest gadget, the iPad. Many people were attracted by the sleek look and the features of this brand new device after Apple CEO Steve Jobs revealed it this past January. The iPad is a small tablet computer in which you can surf the web, read eBooks, watch movies, play games, listen to music and much more.

BY ANNA SELONICK

MGMT’s highly anticipated second album was released just a couple of weeks ago. Much more psychedelic and obscure than their earlier works, the new album, “Congratulations,” let down many MGMT fans. In interviews, the two members, Andrew Vanwyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, acknowledged this fact. Both were very upfront about it, stating all in all that was pretty much their goal. This album was meant to show the type of music they truly enjoy listening to and making.

BY MARI CRAWFORD

On May 19, 20, 21 and 22, PACE will perform the acclaimed Dance Theatre Workshop. DTW consists of 12 student-choreographed dances and four student-directed plays.

BY SARAH YALOWITZ

For the past decade, reality television has been plagued with a reputation of tactless, low-brow entertainment. Shows like “I Love New York” and “Rock of Love” hinged on ostentatious drama, rather than plot, and even the seemingly benign programs, such as ‘The Biggest Loser,” have relied on pettiness.

Mari Crawford

At MHS, there are two competitors known by the following: the “old” and the “new,” the “experienced” and the “newbies,” or The Sound, and Funkapella.

Sarah Yalowitz

At this point in the year, most juniors, and even some sophomores, are beginning to think about college visits. Visiting schools is exciting; it’s like shopping for your new home! But with so many options, the process can be overwhelming.

BY HANNA SHEEHAN

You stare blankly at the poster advertising “50% off all sweaters for the holidays!” You are with your friends at the mall, and you simply do not understand the meaning of “for the holidays” because it cannot be December already. It feels like it was Thanksgiving only a few days ago. Now, you only have a few days left to do your holiday shopping.

BY ABBY ROHMAN

Two weeks is a very long time. On average, an MHS student can have four tests, two quizzes and one essay due in a two-week period. A question must be posed: how can a student survive without the constant stimulation of education over the long Christmas break? By attending entertaining events of course!

BY SARAH YALOWITZ

 This month, the long awaited “Fantastic Mr. Fox” will finally make its debut on the big screen.  The movie is based on Roald Dahl’s classic novel, which was first published more than 30 years ago.  Its screenplay, adapted by director Wes Anderson, as well as Noah Baumbach, relies heavily on the original text. 

Don't let the "third quarter slump" get you down! Follow these easy steps, and your grades will see astronomical improvements. 

Isabel and Michael Genecin

         &n bsp;  February break is fast approaching. And though it may not be as fundamentally festive as Christmas break, there are still many opportunities for fun. With a few choices in Larchmont/Mamaroneck, many in New York City and two other options less than an hour away, there’s no excuse for not having a great time over break.

Charlotte Cwikowski

What comes to people’s minds when they hear the word “Funkapella?” Usually, the words “best a capella group, period” are tossed around, but it’s more than just that.

BY KATIE GUY

Two days before Christmas, the sequel to the highly-praised movie “Alvin and the Chipmunks” comes out in theaters. “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel” is a hilarious story of three chipmunks who are very talented little creatures.

BY ELLIE RUGGERI

While walking through the halls of MHS, one finds students quickly shuffling around from class to class. The majority of these students have one thing in common that keeps them moving throughout the day: their iPods. 

BY SARA TOLCHINSKY

PACE is one of MHS’ most interesting and unusual programs. It includes a four year dance curriculum which a very unique experience in a high school. Martie, the PACE dance teacher, has been teaching in PACE as a dance teacher for many years. Each year, she creates a dance show for PACE, Kinesthesia.

BY MOUNIR KARMOUNE

ABC’s new series “V”premiered Nov. 3. Based on a science-fiction miniseries dating back to 1983, “V”was remade by executive producers Scott Rosenbaum, Scott Peters and Jace Hall.