Focus on Addiction
Vera Kiriljuk, Section Editing Staff
April 10, 2018
Former drug addicts Chris and Dominic shared their struggles with opioid addiction at DMAE late last year, enthralling listeners with their stories of use and recovery. In February, a detective from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office on Substance Use/Narcotics brought attention to the opioid ...
The Face of a Community/A Principal for Positive Change
Ashley Lopez, Section Editor
October 24, 2017
Filed under Close-Ups, Showcase, Staff
Billy Bowie knows the great things that can come from looking at the world with an open mind and an open heart. One of those things is leadership. Although his positive attitude seems almost impossible given the DMAE scandal-riddled campus he came in to, Dr. Bowie works mindfully to encompass th...
Where Are They Now: Jerry Yu
March 19, 2015
Filed under Close-Ups
The Academies @ Englewood has existed for nearly 13 years, nurturing some of the brightest youths in all of Bergen and Hudson County. But after those students toss those crimson caps into the sky on that sweltering day in June, where do these young minds go? The Maroon Tribune’s new column, Where ...
The Vice Principal, The Teacher, The Student
February 6, 2014
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What are the first words that come to your mind when you think of an administrator? Intimidating? Strict? Not so with new Vice Principal Laura Satterfield. She is friendly and cheerful. Ms. Satterfield’s office supports her attitude. The light, airy windows bring in a vibrant light and the colors ...
Close-Up on Parth Shah
January 15, 2014
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When a student who is interested in the field of medicine has to decide where to do community service, the first choice would not logically be the fire department! But such is the case with senior Parth Shah, and in his case, it is logical. Parth wanted to do something that was both exciting and he...
Amna Ahmed: A Proposal to Give Back
December 29, 2013
Filed under Close-Ups, Showcase
Just for a second, close your eyes. Instead of the more privileged people you see around you, picture people in poverty. Their medical needs are denied. They hopelessly live each day to the next. It is not America, where health care is a right. It is Pakistan, where health care is only reserved for the rich...
DMAE’s New Dean
December 19, 2013
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“It’s getting there. It’s becoming fun. The first two weeks were rough. It’s getting much better,” Ms. McGrath said. As DMAE’s new dean, Ms. Christina McGrath supports the Academy program managers by attending their program meetings. She also works with the vice principals to help them ...
A Decade of Impact
November 19, 2013
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“To see someone when they’re 12, and then see them again when they’re 17 – big jump,” said David Murphy, long-time Englewood District educator. He was smiling as he talked about the unique chance he has had to watch students as they grow up. This year marks nearly a decade of service to the En...
Justin Maclin Makes Movies
March 22, 2013
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Since his freshman year in high school, senior Justin Maclin was interested in the filmmaking process. His curiosity was increased as a result of several video projects throughout his past three years at the Academies. This is why Justin thought Brainstorm Digital in New York would be the perfect match...
Vinita’s Miracle: DMAE Student Author
March 22, 2013
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“Every girl should feel beautiful, and I want everyone who reads my book to understand that.” Freshman Vinita Hizari is known for her long hair, good grades, and strong heart. But many are unaware that she is a published author. Vinita published her story of a weight loss journey in November...