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The Looking Glass

The Student Newspaper for Montrose School.

The Looking Glass

The Student Newspaper for Montrose School.

The Looking Glass

What happens in the haunted hallways of Montrose before the bell rings?
Montrose Before the Bell 
Catherine Keane '31 and Nora Daubert '30

One cold and stormy morning, in a dark mysterious hallway, lingered one sole student. The eyes of the world are not yet open at 7:00 AM, but Montrose School is. Luna Deane, class of 2050, stood alone across from locker G54.  Then, something mysterious happened. The lock began twisting on its own. 4…33…  Luna gasped, and glanced uncertainly down the hallway. She was all alone. Even though she knew she was in fact, truly alone, she still felt the presence of another. A small sound jarred her greatly. A red Skittle, one she was sure...

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Coffee is a popular beverage around the world!
Coffee Wrongfully Blamed!
Nora Daubert '31

When I tell people that I have been drinking coffee nearly every day of my life since I was thirteen years old, their first reactions usually follow the same predictable pattern: “That must be why you’re so short!” Many have gone their whole lives believing the popular myth that coffee stunts the growth of a child due to the fact that it contains a high concentration of caffeine, but believe it or not, this statement is false! There is no scientific evidence that supports the claim that caffeine stunts the development of children, so why do...

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Pumpkin Muffins!
Unique Pumpkin Spice Recipes to Celebrate Fall
Caroline McRoskey '29

  Fall has arrived, and with it the delicious pumpkin spice flavor everyone knows and loves. Whether it be in your Starbucks coffee or Dunkin donut, pumpkin spice is always a good way to celebrate the coming of fall.   Pumpkin Streusel Muffins https://www.lordbyronskitchen.com/pumpkin-streusel-muffins/ Ingredients: For the Muffin Base: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice blend 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 1/3 cup...

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Class of 2027 Seniors enjoy watching the sunrise on McCarthy Field
My Last First Day
Elisabeth Halberstadt ‘27 • September 16, 2026
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Performance
The 6th Grade’s Midsummer Night’s Dream Performance
Rosemary Lee ‘32 • May 26, 2026
Botanical Gardens
The 6th Grade Field Trip to the Botanical Gardens
Isabella Tea ‘32 • May 26, 2026
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The Business of Christmas: A Look into Holiday Consumerism
Seren Hughes '28 • December 15, 2025
The Miracle Field sign
Opinions on Field Renovations
Isabella Tea '32 and Fina Stump '32 • November 8, 2025
Flip Phones- Should You Make the Switch
Nora Daubert '31 • October 14, 2025
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Looking up at the grand clock in the Musee d’Orsay in France.
Give Your Time Generously
Elisabeth Halberstadt ‘27 • September 30, 2026
Concussion Awareness Day
National Concussion Awareness Day: What to Do with a Concussion
Hannah Li ‘28 • September 30, 2026
Outside of Hogar Immanuel
Dominican Republic Service Trip Experience
Hannah Li '28 • September 30, 2026
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream Performance
The 6th Grade’s Midsummer Night’s Dream Performance
Rosemary Lee ‘32 • May 26, 2026
How Will The Percy Jackson TV Series Impact Young Children?
Mimi Naylor '29 • May 25, 2026
Seniors’ Last Rehearsal for Frozen
Thank you Seniors: Performing Arts Tributes
Regina Maricich '29 • May 23, 2026
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"More heat, more fun/ More freedom, WAY more sun"
Summer Acrostic Poem
Fina Stump '32 • May 30, 2026
Calvin the Capybara: Epic Beach Adventure
Calvin the Capybara: Epic Beach Adventure
Nora Daubert '31 and Catherine Keane '31 • May 4, 2026
Where is Duckie?
Calvin the Capybara: Duckie Gets Lost
Catherine Keane '31 and Nora Daubert '31 • April 10, 2026
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