The Daily Thistle, St. Margaret's School

This is Advent, the season of Advent Friends at St. Margaret's. What many people think of having a Secret Santa - we draw advent friends instead. Whitney offers some rapid-fire ideas in an edition of Sisters' Pride.

Linda recaps the Scotties' victory over Essex High last night. Whitney's Sisters' Pride speaks with seniors about the advice they’d give their freshman selves.

Whitney returns with Sisters' Pride, thinking already about the Fall Finals. She also speaks about the wide variety of languages at St. Margaret's and the base chord of Latin. Linda reports on tonight's basketball match-up with Essex High here at St. Margaret's School

Today, we begin our Thanksgiving Holiday as Whitney shares on Sisters' Pride her plan to rejuvenate over this break.

Sisters' Pride explores challenges that surprise you and navigating those Thanksgiving family discussions. Athletics reports on Basketball's Friday night win.

As Whitney revisits the enduring message of St. Margaret, our Patron Saint—a symbol of strength, compassion, and unwavering faith—Linda takes a moment to reflect on the triumphs of yesterday’s Fall Athletic Banquet.

Today, St. Margaret's Day unfolds as a testament to the values we hold dear. Meanwhile, Whitney's Sisters' Pride, with her characteristic enthusiasm and dedication, turns her focus to the vital issue of environmental sustainability, exploring ways to steward the world around us.

Whitney, blending with the fans in the stands, embraced the vibrant energy of the evening, cheering alongside the crowd. The home opener victory was a celebration of school spirit, camaraderie, and the thrill of the game. Her presence added to the electric atmosphere, capturing the essence of what makes these moments unforgettable at St. Margaret's

For today's Sisters Pride, Whitney shares some thoughts about expanding and strengthening your attention span - which has been reported to be around 8 seconds, often compared to that of a goldfish! This decline in attention span is attributed to the overwhelming amount of information and distractions in our digital age. To combat this, engaging in activities that promote focus, such as mindfulness...

Whitney shared her thrilling experience at a horse show, describing her horse's performance and the joy of competing. Linda followed with news of the basketball team’s recent victory, emphasizing key plays and teamwork.

Sisters' Pride speaks to a student leader as an episode of Faithful Friday shares Martine's homily, speaks of Jesus and praises God for revealing wisdom to the humble and childlike, not the worldly wise.

Whitney shares what student leadership means at St. Margaret's. It's not event planning like many schools; it's real-life engagement and responsibility. Linda also shares some insight on the basketball team's opening scrimmages.

Today, Whitney explored the layered concept of "home," especially in a boarding school setting. She highlighted how boarders find a unique sense of home at school, while day students navigate between family life and school life, blending two worlds to create a personal sense of belonging and connection.

While many celebrated Veterans Day, yesterday was also Poland's Independence Day. It is a national holiday commemorating the restoration of Poland's sovereignty in 1918, following 123 years of partitions by Russia, Prussia, and Austria. Across Poland, especially in Warsaw, the day is marked by military parades, patriotic events, and vibrant public celebrations. For our students from Poland, it's a...

We honor this Veterans Day by sharing a performance featuring the Haydn Youth String Orchestra. Sisters' Pride explores the lingering effects of the Pandemic.

In Sisters' Pride Luck isn’t just chance—it’s often shaped by our networks. Connecting with others opens doors, bringing knowledge, opportunities, and insights that amplify lucky moments. In Faithful Friday, Siya offers an insight on the Gospel of Matthew.

For today's Sisters Pride, Whitney reminds us that the importance of Reading—truly immersing oneself—is more than simply flipping pages. It's an act of discovery, a journey through words where stories, ideas, and emotions come alive. Each book offers a unique world and a fresh perspective. Real reading connects us, broadens our horizons, and fuels our imagination. It’s pure, endless enrichment.

Whitney speaks about the idolization of celebrities. Teenagers idolizing celebrities can lead to unrealistic expectations and self-esteem issues. Constant comparison fosters insecurity, while focusing on fame and appearance over substance detracts from personal growth. This admiration can also promote shallow values, with teens prioritizing popularity over character, often blurring reality and ide...

Today's Sisters Pride, Whitney speaks about Self-love versus self-centeredness. She begins with self-love as a balanced appreciation for oneself, fostering empathy and respect for others. Self-centeredness is an excessive focus on personal needs, often disregarding others. Self-love strengthens relationships and promotes growth, whereas self-centeredness strains connections and can lead to isolati...

Learning about a love of running!

Whitney Quinn from Sisters Pride celebrates Día de los Muertos, a Mexican tradition honoring deceased loved ones through memory, symbols like marigolds and sugar skulls, and family rituals. Inspired by *Coco*, she shares how her family incorporates this joyful remembrance, urging viewers to explore the tradition’s beautiful perspective on life and death.

Happy Halloween from St. Margaret's School!

In Sisters Pride, Whitney addresses the phenomenon of doomscrolling, describing it as the habit of continuously scrolling through distressing news online, often leading to feelings of anxiety and helplessness. Whitney explores how people, driven by a desire to stay informed, can become trapped in a loop of negativity, where each new story reinforces a sense of dread. By highlighting the mental tol...

In this episode of Sisters Pride , Whitney delves into the vital topic of recognizing and confronting the moral dimensions of addressing toxic relationships. She speaks openly about the choices we face—whether to step away for our well-being or to work through challenges to find healing and growth. Her reflections inspire us to prioritize our mental and emotional health while fostering connections...

The Daily Thistle launches a new segment, Faithful Friday, to share one of this week's chapel homilies from the girls. Today, sophomore Debrah Athanas reflects on a reading from the Gospel of John, reminding us that growth often requires sacrifice, like a grain of wheat transforming into many seeds. Jesus calls us to embrace challenges and let go of fears. At St. Margaret's, true growth unfolds th...