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

The Pharcyte
  • September 299/27: Congratulations Senior London Allen on your First Place finish at the FCDI Debate Tournament!
  • September 2910/3: Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly
  • September 2910/2: No School...Yom Kippur.
  • September 299/30: NHS Inductions in Benjamin Hall
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
Finley Strauss

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer

Finley Strauss is a staff writer and editor of the Pharcyde. It is her first year at the Benjamin School. Finley is excited to start working on The Pharcyde, especially on opinion pieces. She is in the honor council, JSA, debate, and mock trial. In her free time she enjoys running, spending time with friends, and going to the beach. She plans to become an attorney.

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For her hard work at the competition, Strauss received this certificate as well as a ribbon and medal

[Photo] TBS Debate Goes National

Isabella Anthon, Associate Editor
August 26, 2025
For students and faculty, it was an emotional day representing moving forward and celebrating the past, especially for departing Academic Dean Mrs. Guzman.

Speeches, Songs Signal Senior Sendoff

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
May 17, 2024
BTV students work on camera skills and filming. The Benjamin School's Website

Performing Arts Requirement Announced

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
May 16, 2024
An image of the Benjamin dance team, the Dazzlers performing at an assembly as part of the performing arts program. Image courtesy The Benjamin School’s main website.

Addressing Participation in both sides of the Arts: A New Change for Class of 2028

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
May 6, 2024
A full dress and tech rehearsal takes place with all the characters in the Spitfire Grill. Photo by Finley Strauss

The Spitfire Grill: Benjamin Theatre department attempts a new style head-on.

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
April 21, 2024
House Speaker Paul Renner, proponent of HB1, gives 2024 legislative session opening remarks explaining how parental rights won’t be violated.

Differing Opinions: A Look At The Proponents and Opponents Of Florida House Bill One

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
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
One-Act Festival Shifts Format to Staged Reading

One-Act Festival Shifts Format to Staged Reading

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Mrs.Guzman smiles for the camera with the JV soccer team.

Upper School Academic Dean Announces Departure

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Students enjoyed a break from long committee meetings and had a snowball fight.

Unveiling the Global Realm: The Benjamin School’s YMUN Journey

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
A poster detailing information about the One Act readthrough. Make sure to come out and support your theater Bucs!

The One Acts: a dynamic read through

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Sophomore Reid Waxman completes a VHL assignment for his Spanish class. Students at Benjamin have varying opinions about the usage of VHL in language classes. (Photo by Joey Tomassetti)

VHL: Time-Wasting Burden or Life-Changing Tech?

Finley Strauss, Staff Writer
December 15, 2023
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