The Virtual Hub for the Media of the The Benjamin School's Upper School

The Pharcyte
The Virtual Hub for the Media of the The Benjamin School's Upper School

The Pharcyte
The Virtual Hub for the Media of the The Benjamin School's Upper School

The Pharcyte
Chase Zur

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief

Chase Zur is a junior and this is her fourth semester in The Pharcyde. Chase has attended The Benjamin School since WOW and is excited to start her third year in the Upper School. She enjoys watching sports and spending time with friends and family. As a third year member of The Pharcyde, Chase is looking forward to taking on more articles and improving in her journalistic writing. 

All content by Chase Zur
Healey Gym was filled with representatives and attendees for this year’s Linda Twitchell College Fair.

Co-editors clash on College Fair accessibility

Haley Roth and Chase Zur
May 16, 2025
Francesca Rizzuto, Victoria Powell, Riley Weinberger, and Mackenzie Walsh take some time out to chill with the Avengers during Grad Bash 2025.

Seniors have epic night at Grad Bash 2025

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
Dr. Amanda Pierman utilizes technology during most all of her classes. Next year, in her new tech-innovation role, Dr. Pierman will help other teachers implement this kind of technology in their own classes.

Wellness-focused health course to offer fresh take on graduation requirement

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
Drew Buchanan leads the Class of 2025 into the gym for their final assembly. As is tradition, the Seniors are clapped in one last time by the Upper School community.

Senior Send-Off 2025: Community gathers for one last emotional, musical, hug-filled assembly

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
Coles, Viverito, and Woods earn 2025 Pathfinder Award honors

Coles, Viverito, and Woods earn 2025 Pathfinder Award honors

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
The families of the Class of 2025 donated funds necessarily to enhance the aesthetics of the lakeside amphitheatre.

[Photo] Class gift revitalizes lakeside area

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2025
Pictured above is Sophomore Mili Mohanty, who has excelled beyond the classroom, researching the complexities of Parkinson's and creating possible treatment mechanisms for the Florida Regional and State Science Fairs. (Photo from Jerry Ferris)

Sophomore Scientist Seeks To Revolutionize Parkinson’s Research

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 1, 2025
Liam Duffy, the unopposed candidate for Student Council president, delivers his speech to the student body during the election assembly.

From Speeches To (S)Elections: New Leaders of Student Council Find Their Voices

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 4, 2025
Juniors R.J Pierman, Nickie Walsh, Sage Ponchock and Senior Lauren Slyh pose for a photo with all of their awards at the Congrès banquet. (Photo Courtesy of Ms. Donnelly)

Small But Mighty: Donnelly’s French Students Dominate Congrès as Division Champions

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
March 18, 2025
Sophomore Maria Navarro prepares to return a serve at the USTA National Championship match. (Photo Courtesy of Maria Navarro)

Maria Navarro: Queen of the Court

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
March 4, 2025
NHS Advisor Ms. Sara Misselhorn poses with student leaders at the spring induction ceremony.

National Honor Society Welcomes 54 New Members in Spring Induction Ceremony

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
February 26, 2025
Be sure to check out Lingonberry on Northlake Boulevard!

Lingonberry Roastery and Bakery: A Hidden Gem of A Café

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
February 21, 2025
Benjamin Community Reflects on Black History Month and the Legacy of Black Contributions

Benjamin Community Reflects on Black History Month and the Legacy of Black Contributions

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
February 14, 2025
Pictured above are (l. to r.) seniors Gage Wallace, Preston Douglas, Jeron Atwater, Jayden Vega, Dylan Furshman, Landon Rapkiewicz, and Josh Smith who were awarded Captains Awards for their commitment to the football team.

Benjamin Celebrates Individual Athletes and Team Successes at Fall Sports Assembly

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
January 29, 2025
Pictured above is Alumna Nadia Poncy's view of the California fires from her apartment in LA. (Photo by Poncy)

Recent Alums Impacted By West Coast Fires

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
January 27, 2025
Sophomore Finley Strauss, and juniors London Allen, Dev Maharaj, Evan Sluiters, Owen Olbers and Sebastian Scaperotto pose for a photo at West Boca High School for the fifth Palm Beach Catholic Forensic League Tournament of the season.

Speech and Debate Team Competes, Strauss Takes First

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
January 17, 2025
Pictured above is Dr. Tarik Bor, the long-term substitute who is replacing AP Environmental Science and AP Biology teacher Mrs. Katie Ballard for this semester.

Not Too Bor-ing

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
January 14, 2025
Ms. Cohen regularly attends retreats for mindfulness, spirituality, and yoga. Such experiences allow her to connect better with her self and her students, as she brings back new techniques and ideas for use in her classes and at assemblies.

Peace, happiness, bliss, grace: A life lived from the inside out

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2024
Dr. Henderson conducts the Upper School band during the annual holiday assembly

Assembly Celebrates Talent, Traditions, and Community

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2024
Seniors Lulu Swank, Chloe McGann, and Kate Quinlivan pose for a photo after giving their respective science presentations on the effects of Isoguvacine and Semaglutide to study epilepsy, Parkinson’s Disease Biology, and Energy Science and Nanotechnology.

Students Share Research Projects At Summer Science Presentations

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2024
From Cialfo To Scoir: The Upper School’s New College Management System

From Cialfo To Scoir: The Upper School’s New College Management System

Chase Zur and Caroline Groffman
October 7, 2024

Class Building Day: Strengthening Bonds Beyond the Classroom

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
October 7, 2024
Student Council Set For New Year With Freshman Elections and New Advisors

Student Council Set For New Year With Freshman Elections and New Advisors

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
August 27, 2024
Class of 2028

1-2-3 How Interesting, the Freshmen B

Chase Zur and Haley Roth
August 16, 2024
Sixty-six members of the Class made the journey up to Orlando for Grad Bash 2024. Seniors spent the evening at the Universal Resort’s two theme parks, enjoying the rides, attractions, and thrills that the annual event offers to graduating students throughout the country. The trip has become a tradition for the Bucs, one which first began with excursions to Disney World’s Grad Night before transitioning over to the rival park.

Coasters, Minions, and Memories Abound At GradBash 2024

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 21, 2024
Upper School to Welcome New Dean

Upper School to Welcome New Dean

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 21, 2024

State Titles for Girls’ Tennis

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 17, 2024
London Allen and Finley Strauss are all smiles after qualifying for the National CFL Tournament to be held this May in Chicago.

Allen and Strauss Lead Debate Team to CFL Nationals

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
May 8, 2024
Sophomores Reid Waxman and Ishe Makoni pose for a photo after one of their team practices. (Photo by Waxman)

Boys’ and Girls’ Tennis Teams Advance to Postseason With High Hopes and Strong Records

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2024

BASH 2024: Parents and Faculty Feel “Wild About Benjamin” After An Incredible Night

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
March 5, 2024
Social media is a hot topic among teens in the Sunshine State.

First Amendment Under Fire As HB-1 Passes First Legislative Hurdle, Heads to State Senate

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2024
Florida Seeks To Outlaw Social Media For Teens

Florida Seeks To Outlaw Social Media For Teens

Matt Marasco, Joey Tomassetti, Caroline Groffman, Haley Roth, Chase Zur, Reid Waxman, Lila Brodner, Ryan Chait, Stella Liberman, and Finley Strauss
February 28, 2024
Better Than Never

Better Than Never

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
The graphic above shows how to caculate ones gpa. First find the letter grade which corresponds to the percentage shown on Buclinks. Then, assign a honors or AP boost and find the corresponding gpa. Add those numbers together and divide by the total classes taken and that is one’s GPA. (Chase Zur)

Beyond the Numbers: Navigating The Weighted GPA Landscape

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
The Diversity Council Ice Cream Social Event Helps Build School Community And Unite Lower And Upper Campuses

The Diversity Council Ice Cream Social Event Helps Build School Community And Unite Lower And Upper Campuses

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
December 4, 2023
Upper School Dean of Academics and World History Teacher Mrs. Caroline Guzman poses with her family as they attend “Trunk or Treat.”

First Annual “Trunk or Treat” Brings Benjamin Lower and Upper School Together

Joey Tomassetti and Chase Zur
October 19, 2023
The Fall National Honors Society Induction Ceremony Welcomes Six New Seniors Into The Chapter

The Fall National Honors Society Induction Ceremony Welcomes Six New Seniors Into The Chapter

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
October 14, 2023
Senior Jacob Cosbey-Mosely holds up senior Michael Louis’s feet while they both try to collect as many balloons as they can for the Orange team during the Hungry, Hungry Hippos game. (Caroline Groffman)

Second Pep Rally Of The Year Helps Ignite School Spirit With Performances and Games

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2023
Lily White prepares to kick for an extra point for her team during the Varsity team’s game against Clearwater Academy International.

Kicking Through the Glass Ceiling

Caroline Groffman and Chase Zur
September 18, 2023
Run, Jump, Kart, and Splash

Run, Jump, Kart, and Splash

Ryan Chait, Chase Zur, Joey Tomassetti, and Matt Marasco
September 5, 2023
The Healey Gym played host to the 2023-2024 Upper School Club and Activity Fair on Thur. Aug 24, 2003. More than 60 organizations highlighted their offerings to an eager audience of students.

So Much To Do

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
August 29, 2023
Series Review: The Summer I Turned Pretty: From One Brother To The Next 

Series Review: The Summer I Turned Pretty: From One Brother To The Next 

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
August 29, 2023
Wednesday: A Modern and Mysterious Take On The Addams Family

Wednesday: A Modern and Mysterious Take On The Addams Family

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
While volunteering at the Holy Ground Organization, sophomore Vanessa Zito teaches one of the children how to cut vegetables.

Making An Impact: What Does That Really Mean?

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
This graphic explains how to make a delicious matzah Ball soup step-by-step.

How To Make The Best Matzah Ball Soup

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
Zach Neidoff leaps to head a ball while playing Dwyer for the Varsity Benjamin Soccer team.

HOBUS: Zach Neidoff, Class of 2024

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
College Counselor Mr. Juan Alverez helps freshmen Landon Ferguson construct his schedule and get ready for the upcoming academic year.

Students Look To Build Their Schedules For Next Year, Counselors Advise Them Through The Process.

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
March 8, 2023
The girls' soccer team celebrates on the field following their regional finals win over Edgewood on Tues. Feb. 14.

Benjamin Girls’ Soccer Season Ends in Heartbreaking Loss to NSU in State Semifinals

Haley Roth and Chase Zur
February 24, 2023
Quill and Scroll Honors Eight, National Society Recognize Student Journalists

Quill and Scroll Honors Eight, National Society Recognize Student Journalists

Chase Zur, Editor in Chief
February 16, 2023
The Girls soccer team poses for a picture with their District Championship trophy. The team defeated Cardinal Newman 2-0 at home. Although the team was thrilled to win Districts, they have bigger aspirations for their journey to the State Final.

[Photo] Girls Soccer Shows No Mercy in the Playoffs

Alex Perkins, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
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