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The Looking Glass

The Student Newspaper for Montrose School.

The Looking Glass

Caroline McRoskey poses with her Shamrock Shake
McDonald’s Shamrock Shake – A Review
Caroline McRoskey ‘29, Staff Writer

This St. Patrick's Day, I got to try the exclusive McDonald’s Shamrock Shake. This year was my first time trying it, and I decided to write a mostly unbiased review for everyone out there who is wondering if this shake is worth trying.   The McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is very unique, having been dyed green for the holiday. The milkshake itself was very smooth, creamy and thick, which in my perspective is the ideal milkshake. When I took my first couple sips, I noted a vanilla flavor mixed with mint. However, I also discovered a very...

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The Boston Guard celebrates after winning the league’s opening tournament.
The New National Women’s Lacrosse League
Elizabeth Barrette '29, Contributing Writer

 For the first time ever, women’s lacrosse has hit the national stage! Here are some things about this new league to bring you up to speed. In Nov. 2024, a national women's lacrosse league was established. The league consists of four teams: The Boston Guard, New York Charging, Maryland Charm and California Palms. These teams are composed of some of the best women’s lacrosse players in the world including: Charlotte North (Boston Guard), Izzy Scane (New York Charging), Alex Aust Holman (Maryland Charms) and Ally Mastroianni (California Palms)....

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Severe backup of travelers in airports due to outage.
The Global Tech Outage and the Importance of Cybersecurity
Elisabeth Kheir '26, Staff Writer

In July of 2024, the world experienced a global tech outage of all Microsoft devices. This event caused a catastrophic disruption of what’s been described as the largest IT outage in history, costing companies more than $5 billion in direct losses, according to one insurer’s analysis of the incident published Wednesday. But how did this happen? CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity company, used by all Windows devices to provide endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and response services. CrowdStrike's technology stops breaches by preventing...

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Maddy Kerr ‘25 leads the pack at a recent Montrose Indoor track meet, securing the school record in the 600-meter race.
Montrose’s Indoor Track Team Reaches New Highs in 2024-2025 Season
Megan Cloherty ‘26, Rising Managing Copy Editor • March 7, 2025
Two juniors on the recent 11th grade service trip.
The 11th Grade Service Trip
Callie Jeffery '26, Contributing Writer • January 28, 2025
“The Gang”
The Wizard of Oz: Behind the Scenes
Gabri Ottaviani ‘30, Staff Writer • January 21, 2025
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Caroline McRoskey poses with her Shamrock Shake
McDonald’s Shamrock Shake – A Review
Caroline McRoskey ‘29, Staff Writer • April 4, 2025
These new handwritten messages on Starbucks cups have raised controversy with many Starbucks customers.
New Handwritten Messages on Starbucks Cups: A Welcoming or Unnecessary Update?
Eloisa Pap '30, Clubs and Classes Editor • March 7, 2025
A school cafeteria.
Changes in the Lunchroom – for Better or for Worse?
Caroline McRoskey ‘29, Staff Writer • February 5, 2025
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We all go to Montrose now—but what about before?
Montrose’s Origins
Catherine Keane '31, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025
Kelly Ladino: What a bright soul!
Kelly Ladino: A Kind Heart
Catherine Keane '31, Staff Writer • January 14, 2025
Ms. Prince with her youngest daughter Lillian this past summer
Welcome to Montrose: All About Ms. Prince
Ananya Dandekar ‘30 and Eloisa Pap ‘30 December 7, 2024
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Tchaikovsky’s expertise with strings captives countless audiences.
The Height of Romanticism and Depth of Emotion: Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings
Elisabeth Halberstadt ‘27, Music Editor • February 24, 2025
“All is staged in effervescent shimmers/ Scintillating words made manifest…”
Three Reflections on Snow
Elisabeth Smith '28, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • February 24, 2025
On the left- Biggie, on the right- TuPac, two famous rap singers.
The Catchy History of Rap
Monica Ronayne '25, Arts and Entertainment Editor • February 10, 2025
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7th Grade Greek Olympics!
The 2025 Greek Olympics: A 7th Grade Montrose Tradition!
Gabri Ottaviani ‘30, Rising Faith Editor • March 18, 2025
Elphaba is finally recognized for her true beauty.
Wicked: A Review
Gabri Ottaviani '30, Staff Writer • January 27, 2025
Frances Xavier Cabrini, or as she is more commonly known, Mother Cabrini.
Saint of the Month: Mother Cabrini
Gabri Ottaviani '30, Staff Writer • December 24, 2024
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