The writers and editors of The Masuk Free Press strive to serve the students of Masuk High School, by informing, entertaining and inspiring them. This paper is published by the school for its students and staff and is created by students without censorship from faculty or administration but with dedication to the principles of good journalism and fair play. Student editors decide what deserves publication. Editorials which reflect the majority opinion of the editors of The Masuk Free Press are unsigned; an opinion which reflects the thinking of a staff member not necessarily endorsed by the student editors is signed by the writer. Letters to the editors are encouraged and will be published, limited only by space and relevance to student life. Letters must be signed and can be sent to The Masuk Free Press, 1014 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe CT 06468-1915; fax (203) 452-5835.The writers and editors of The Masuk Free Press strive to serve the students of Masuk High School, by informing, entertaining and inspiring them. This paper is published by the school for its students and staff and is created by students without censorship from faculty or administration but with dedication to the principles of good journalism and fair play. Student editors decide what deserves publication. Editorials which reflect the majority opinion of the editors of The Masuk Free Press are unsigned; an opinion which reflects the thinking of a staff member not necessarily endorsed by the student editors is signed by the writer. Letters to the editors are encouraged and will be published, limited only by space and relevance to student life. Letters must be signed and can be sent to The Masuk Free Press, 1014 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe CT 06468-1915; fax (203) 452-5835.
Editor in Chief
Chloe Dubois
Chloe DuBois is a senior and has been a writer for the Masuk Free Press for three years. She is an Editor in Chief and Copy Editor. She enjoys creative writing and doing backflips. DuBois is a captain of the Masuk Varsity Cheerleading Team.
Editor in Chief
Siobhan Riordan
Siobhan Riordan is a senior who has written for the free press for three years. She likes to design pages for newspapers and magazines. In her free time, she does Color guard for Masuk and is an avid math team member.
Editor in Chief
Laura Micu
Laura Micu is a senior who has been writing for the Masuk Free Press for three years. She is an Editor in Chief and Copy Editor that specializes in writing features. Micu is a captain for the Masuk Girls Volleyball team and enjoys painting and baking in her free time. She also loves scrolling reels.
Editor in Chief
Ariq Rahman
Ariq Rahman is a senior who loves writing just about anything. He is an Editor-In-Chief who’s written news, features, food, and more. A fun fact about him is that he ate 14 slices of pizza in one setting during freshman year. He participates in Student Government, Ethics Bowl, Philosophy Club, and Women’s Advocacy Club.
Senior Editor/Social Media Editor
Lelia Giampe
Lelia Giampe is a senior and has been a writer for the Masuk Free Press for two years. She is the Social Media Manager and Senior Editor for the Free Press and enjoys opinion writing. Giampe is secretary of the National Honors Society and a captain of the Masuk Varsity Tennis Team.
Senior Editor
Emily Andrade
Emily Andrade is a senior and has been a writer for the Masuk Free Press for two years. She is a Senior Editor and enjoys opinion writing. Andrade is a member of the National Honors Society and is planning to pursue journalism in college.
Senior Editor
Angelina Colabella
Angelina Colabella is a senior and has been a writer for the Masuk Free Press for three years. She is a senior editor and enjoys editorial/opinionated writings. Colabella is a member of Masuk’s Varsity Color guard.
Staff Writer
Gianna Petilo
Gianna Petilo is a senior and has been a writer for the Masuk Free Press for one year. She enjoys writing about criminal activity. Petilo likes learning new languages. She is VP of HOSA and UNICEF.
Staff Writer
Kerrie Firda
Kerrie Firda is a sophomore, and this is her first year as a writer for the Masuk Free Press. She enjoys writing lighthearted stories and eye-catching news. In her free time, Firda enjoys learning new things, especially about science, journalism, culinary arts, and self-improvement. Firda is a member of FBLA, DECA, and Masuk’s Varsity Color guard.
Staff Writer
Maddox Merizalde
Maddox Merizalde is sophomore and first-time writer for the Masuk Free Press. He enjoys writing about world events, but when he’s not occupied with school, he enjoys playing his drums, collecting vinyl records, and playing basketball.
Photo/Multimedia Editor
Emily Barnhart
Emily Barnhart is a Photo and Multi-media Editor for the Masuk Free Press. She is a junior and it is her second year writing for the Masuk Free Press. Barnhart enjoys taking pictures at school events. She is also involved in Cross Country and Track. A fun fact about her is that she has a pet rabbit, named Reid.
Staff Writer
Gentiana Berisha
Gentiana Berisha is a senior that recently joined the Masuk Free Press. She enjoys writing about political and cultural stories. Also she is co- president of UNICEF. A fun fact is that I love baking.
Staff Writer
Daniel Cafaro
Daniel Cafaro is a sophomore and loves to write about sports. He enjoys playing basketball and anticipates joining more clubs that meet his interests. He has desires to cover important games for your sport.
Staff Writer
Sara Dankenbrink
Sara Dankenbrink is a senior new writer for the Masuk Free Press who enjoys opinion writing. Dankenbrink is the president of both the Red Army as well as the RAWR club, and a competing member of DECA.
Staff Writer
Abby Kirberger
Abby Kirberger is a senior and this is her first year as a writer for the Masuk Free Press. She enjoys writing about local news. She is a co-president of the B+ Club and a captain of the swim team.
Staff Writer
Ryane Nelson
Ryane Nelson is a sophomore and first time writer for the Masuk Free Press. She enjoys writing about world and national news. When she is not working hard for the paper she is playing soccer for Masuk and leading Interact Club.
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