'Taylor' made for college: Class of '15 grad dishes on life post-MV

By: Abigail Sullivan

High school is, by its nature, an ever-changing environment. Each year, new faces grace 306 Highland Avenues’ hallways and classrooms in the form of freshmen, and well-traveled seniors move on to bigger and better things. Despite this, Mystic Valley’s graduates always leave an important mark on the school by way of their example and their endeavors in the future. As such, although the environment at MV might be directly impacted by those who currently make up the student body, it has evolved and continues to be affected by the people who came before them.

Melinda Taylor graduated from Mystic Valley as a member of the class of 2015, and she is currently attending Gordon College in Wenham, MA, majoring in psychology and music. She was kind enough to share a few of her experiences and some advice with the current MV students. This is what she had to say in a recent interview:

Comic: It's gonna be Mei!

By: Jeffrey Mei

Holy Cap!: MV's student enrollment on the verge of rising

Parents anxiously await lottery drawings that decide
whether their children will be accepted to MV.

Photo courtesy of MVRCS.com

By: Claire Inzerillo

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School has approached the state of Massachusetts requesting a cap increase, and, as of now, it is very likely that this proposed idea will be granted.

PSATease: He and Nguyen seek test takers' opinions on recent exams

By: Jason He and Vivian Nguyen 

On October 14, 2015, approximately 3.5 million sophomores and juniors attending high schools all across the nation took either the PSAT/NMSQT, or, in other words, the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Whether or not they bombed or aced the PSATs, students will receive their scores in December of 2015 or early January of 2016. Sophomores at Mystic Valley took the test for practice, because next year, students will be aiming for a scholarship, which is what the juniors faced last Wednesday.

How much is too much?: Analyzing the Extended Essay and other IB deadlines

By: Karina Hanson

As the school year is quickly moving along, the class of 2016 is trying to spot the light at the end of the tunnel. This is seemingly impossible, though, due to all of the upcoming deadlines. The consensus from seniors seems to be that the Extended Essay, or “EE”, is the most daunting of them all.

The EE is one of many assessments needed to achieve the IB Diploma. Students are allowed a decent amount of leeway when it comes to creating their essay in the sense that it is based on a subject matter of their choosing, and it may not exceed 4,000 words.

Eagles soar over GLTHS in 2-1 decision

Senior Meghan Foley moves downfield in a recent home game against Greater Lowell.
The Eagles won 2-1.

Photo courtesy of: MVRCS.com

By: Maria DeSimone

The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School varsity girls’ soccer team scored their first win in seven games with a 2-1 victory at home over Greater Lowell Technical High School on October 13^th, improving their record to 3-8-2.

Cooking with Karina: Oat Pancakes

This recipe for oat pancakes will keep your mouth,
(and your waistline!) very happy this winter.

Photo courtesy of: greenlitebites.com

By: Karina Hanson

       As we are approaching colder weather, warm Sunday morning pancakes sound like the perfect option to combat the chill in the air. However, traditional pancakes are known for being full of refined carbohydrates and unhealthy fats. This recipe is a simple alternative that barely compromises the delicious taste and texture of your favorite pancake recipe! 

Junior Varsity Volleyball Wins

Varsity Senior Bailey Chiccuarelli (left) and sophomore Brianna Paris (right)
prepare for the serve during a recent home game.

Photo courtesy of: MVRCS.com

Crew Slew!

By: Arune Vickneswaran

      Kicking off with fall sports, the crew team of Mystic Valley has been practicing rigorously from four to six in the afternoon. If you do not know, the crew team specializes in rowing boats and to test their skill against other crew teams. The crew matches are called crew meets.

Boys Soccer Loses to Shawsheen

By: Deanna Cook and Leanne Costa

The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School’s varsity boys’ soccer team fell to Shawsheen Valley Technical High School on October 3^rd by a final score of 5-2. The road loss dropped the team’s overall record to 4-5. Freshman midfielder Soufyane Missbah El Idrissi scored for the Eagles.