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

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

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Haley Roth

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief

Haley Roth is a senior at The Benjamin School and is a fourth-year writer for The Pharcyde. Haley has attended the Benjamin School since kindergarten. She enjoys going to the beach and spending time with friends. Haley loves writing for the Pharcyde as it allows her to interact and share interesting stories with the community.

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Over the course of his amateur rapping career, Duffy has created various albums with different featured artists and genres. Pictured above is one of his album covers. (Photo courtesy of Liam Duffy)

HOBUS: Liam Duffy, ’26

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
August 22, 2025
The families of the Class of 2025 donated funds necessarily to enhance the aesthetics of the lakeside amphitheatre.

Class gift revitalizes lakeside area

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2025
Maria Navarro serves a rocket during the State tennis tournament.

Tennis teams net winning seasons

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
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
The Upper School campus will be transformed by the addition of two new buildings in the coming years. As the aerial schematic shows, the lakeside will look very different with the opening of a new student union and cafeteria building. Meanwhile, the space currently occupied by the Butterfly Garden will become home to a new STEM center which will host classes in the arts, innovation, and science departments. The new construction on the School’s Grandiflora property will happen at the same time that the Lower/Middle School campus undergoes its own transformation with new buildings, traffic patterns, and renovations.

Campus expansion announced for Upper School

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
Members of the Class of 2025 pose for a group picture on the beach as the sun rises over the horizon.

Sun rises on Senior Week 2025

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2025
Robot 33418X will be attending the World Championship for the third year in a row, where they will compete for a global title.

Benjineers dominate local and state competitions; 33418X heads to worlds

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2025
The Benjamin Theater Company chose Hadestown as their musical for this year.

Love and Loss Mark Riveting Spring Musical

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 2, 2025
The juniors participated in mock interviews with the Benjamin community to prepare them for real world situations.

Rest, Test, Prep, and Play: Upper School Welcomes Spring With A Day Like No Other

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
March 23, 2025
New Football coach Jason Belser had over a decade long career in the NFL and was even nominated as a Finalist for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

New Coach Jason Belser Brings NFL Experience and Championship Vision to Benjamin Football

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
March 13, 2025
The Girls' Soccer Team has been on a winning streak, leading them to qualify for the State Semifinal Championship.

Girls’ soccer scores, advances in playoffs

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 21, 2025
The Boys' Soccer Regional Quarterfinal game was tied until overtime, in which Senior Maddox Hoffman scored the winning goal.

Boys’ soccer nets win, heads to regional semifinals

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 21, 2025
The 100 Days Celebration was a wonderful way for the senior class to come together and bond.

Countdown to commencement begins with senior celebration

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2025
President Trump gave his inaugural address inside this year as the weather would not permit the usual outside ceremony. (Photo from https://ro.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-inaugural-address/)

The Return: President Trump begins second term

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 5, 2025
Ms. Cohen's Chinese students sang and performed in the gym at the annual Chinese New Year Assembly.

Chinese New Year

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 5, 2025
The college countdown begins

The college countdown begins

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
January 17, 2025
Coach Kresser spent nearly a decade working with the Benjamin football team. (Photo by Palm Beach Post)

Bucs begin search for fifth head coach as Coach Kresser steps down

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
January 17, 2025
Last years Valedictorian, Zach Neidoff, was not only a top scholar but also a leader in the Finance Club, Boys’ Varisty Soccer Team, BTV, and other non-academic ventures.

Opinion: Give voice to character, not grades

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2024
The Dazzlers performed as part of the Spirit of America dance squad. Pictured above (l to r): Nickie Walsh, Bridget Stein, Catalina Sanchez, Ava Reece, Bryce Seger, Lulu Swank, Mackenzie Walsh, Alyssa Saraqi, and Ava Crawford.

Dazzlers sparkle in Macy’s Parade

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
November 30, 2024
Juniors and Co-Presidents of The Kids Luv Chemistry Club, Nickie Walsh, Chase Zur, and Lila Cooper pose for a photo next to their club stand during the annual activity fair

Club Fair

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
October 7, 2024
Junior Golfer Commits to the University of Miami

Junior Golfer Commits to the University of Miami

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
September 4, 2024
Class of 2028

1-2-3 How Interesting, the Freshmen B

Chase Zur and Haley Roth
August 16, 2024
Dr. Gold shared her experiences at Benjamin and in college during her speech in Benjamin Hall.

Alumni Speaker, Dr. Alexandra Gold, Shares Her Achievements Post-Benjamin

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2024
Many teens spend hours a day on social media, leading to heightened screen time and added stress.

A World Without Social Media: How Would That Impact Today’s Teens?

Haley Roth, 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
(Left to right) Cian Hoban, Senior Shaun Umar, and freshman Jake Giovani get ready for a corner kick in the Bucs Regional Semifinal loss to Oxbridge.

[Photo] Benjamin Varsity Boys’ Soccer Loses Regional Semifinal against Oxbridge; Gets Knocked Out of Playoffs

Caroline Groffman and Haley Roth, Associate Editors
February 23, 2024
(Photo courtesy of Hello! Magazine)

Barbie-Pink, Sequins, and Thrift-Store Chic

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
January 24, 2024
Jacob Bounds grew up helping his family package and move Christmas trees at their Christmas tree farm. (Photo by Jacob Bounds)

HOBUS: Jacob Bounds

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
The Mensch on the Bench also comes with a book that tells the story of Hanukkah through the eyes of a true Mensch, Moshe. (Photo from Amazon)

Mensch On The Bench: A Jew-ish Tradition

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
Señora Gold teaches her spanish class the verb tenses.

World Language Dept. Enters Golden Hour

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
November 13, 2023
Preview: 2023 Retro Homecoming Dance

Preview: 2023 Retro Homecoming Dance

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
November 7, 2023
Cast members rehearse their play around a campfire, as the show takes place at a summer camp.

Fall Play Preview: Grownups

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
November 7, 2023
Mrs. Badolati, winner of the Excellence in Service Award, was given various plaques for her accomplishment.

Executive Assistant Recognized for Excellence

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
August 21, 2023
This chocolate cake is perfect no matter the event. (Photo courtesy of Haley Roth)

How To: Death by Chocolate Cake

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
The Conferencia team performed the play Los Fantoches, earning a sobresaliente for their efforts. (Photo courtesy of Sra. Gonzalez-Lopez)

Skits, Speeches, Sobresalientes: Bucs Win 3rd Place at Conferencia

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
Head of School, Mr. David Faus, stands with BASH gala co-chairs, Matt Nihan, Christina Nihan, Lisa Glasband, and Eric Glasband. (Photo courtesy of The Benjamin School)

2023 BASH: Parents And Faculty Celebrate “The Magic of TBS”

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
A majority of people in the United States believe that after death, they will go to heaven.

What Happens After Death?

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2023
Season 3 of Outer Banks is expected to have many plot twists and new quests.

Preview: Outer Banks, Season 3

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
April 20, 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
Mrs. Guzman graduated from law school, but realized her passion was in the field of education.

HOBUS: Mrs. Caroline Guzman, Upper School Academic Dean

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 24, 2023
Junior Lily White attempts to score on the Sharks as Sam Woods and Kenna Kujawa guard the other NSU players.

Freshman Sofia Balestreri, who scored the first goal for Benjamin, waits for a pass from fellow teammates.

Bucs Draining Baskets: Not Drained As Season Nears Conclusion

Bucs Draining Baskets: Not Drained As Season Nears Conclusion

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2023
Students gather in Benjamin Hall to learn about Dr. King

Benjamin Community Powerfully Reflects on Life of MLK during Annual Assembly

Haley Roth, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2023
Students gather in Benjamin Hall to learn about Dr. King

[Photo] The Dream Lives On: MLK Words, Ways continue to Resonate

Caroline Groffman, Club President
February 13, 2023
Documentarian Paula Aspell shared segments of her film Resistance: They Fought Back, with the audience throughout her address. The Holocaust Remembrance Assembly aimed to challenge widespread misconceptions, including the idea that Jewish people went to concentration camps "like lambs to the slaughterhouse"

[Photo] Film, Lecture Reveal Jewish Resistance to Holocaust

Caroline Groffman, Haley Roth, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
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