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Tvisha Goel

Tvisha Goel, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Tvisha Goel is a senior at The Benjamin School is the Co-Editor-in-Chief for The Pharcyde and has been a part of the staff for three years. She loves to write, specifically about controversial issues, and being on The Pharcyde enables her to do that.

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Ms. Cheryl McKenney explains a trigonometry problem to a student. She will be retiring at the end of this school year and splitting her time between Florida and Utah.

Beloved Math Teacher To Depart Benjamin After 8 Years

June 1, 2022
Co-Editor-in-Chief Reflects on Growth, Accomplishments

Co-Editor-in-Chief Reflects on Growth, Accomplishments

May 20, 2022
The members of the Class of 2022 gathered for a group picture in the gym this Spring.

Off They Go: Seniors Set Eyes on One Last Summer Before College

May 18, 2022
The boys’ lacrosse team had another spectacular season, advancing to the State Finals before falling to St. Andrews. The team, with several young members, is already among the favorites for the 2022-2023 season.

Lacrosse’s Shots Didn’t Miss: Boys and Girls Have Postseason Success

May 17, 2022
Mr. Peck gets ready to get into character. He will be starring as Jason Brackman in the 2022 reboot of LA Law.

Peck Goes From the Big Stage to the Small Screen

May 13, 2022
Mr. Peck gets ready to get into character. He will be starring as Jason Brackman in the 2022 reboot of LA Law.

Peck Goes From the Big Stage to the Small Screen

April 23, 2022
The boys’ varsity lacrosse team gathers during a game to discuss the recent plays. The team has a record of 8-3 and has their next game on March 29 at Miami Country Day.

Boys’ Lacrosse Off To Great Start Despite Obstacles

March 28, 2022
Annual Gala Raises Funds, Honors Faculty

Annual Gala Raises Funds, Honors Faculty

March 28, 2022
Senior captain Lily Valentini fights her way towards the goal. The girls’ current record is 8-1 with 4 games approaching in the upcoming week.

Girls’ Lacrosse Aims to Cradle Their Way to States

March 28, 2022
Au Revoir, Orlando: Congrès Team Places Fourth

Au Revoir, Orlando: Congrès Team Places Fourth

March 28, 2022
Junior Riley MacDermott serves up a ball during a home match. The Miller Volleyball Courts are brand new this year and are home to the School’s debut beach volleyball team.

[Photo] Beach Volleyball Spikes Its Way Into Benjamin Athletics

April 14, 2022
The boys’ varsity soccer squad celebrated their district championship on Feb. 3. The team followed up with a decisive 4-1 win against King’s Academy in the regional quarterfinals on Feb. 9. The Bucs faced West Shore in the regional semi-finals on Saturday, who defeated Lake Placid 2-1 in the regional quarterfinals. The Bucs carried momentum into this game following their crushing victory over King’s, as they have had their best season in years.

Boys’ Soccer Team Nets Postseason Wins

February 11, 2022
As Economic Diversity Increases, More Seniors Seek Out Financial Aid

As Economic Diversity Increases, More Seniors Seek Out Financial Aid

February 11, 2022
The girls’ soccer team celebrated their district championship win over Oxbridge Academy on Feb. 2. Less than a week later, the team followed up with a 2-0 win in the regional quarterfinals on Feb. 8.

Girls Soccer Wins Regional Quarterfinals; Sets Sights on a Semifinals Victory

February 11, 2022
The Current State of the Benjamin Brain: In the Know

The “Current” State of the Benjamin Brain: In the Know

October 6, 2021

New Teacher brings Global Perspective to Economics Class

August 17, 2021

Letter to my pre-vaccinated self

August 17, 2021
Senior Molly Fried, 18, gets the Moderna vaccine at a Publix pharmacy. Eligibility opened up for 16+ in Florida on April 5th.

Vaccines Open to Ages 16+

April 8, 2021
While a multitude of resources are available to students, AP exam books, such as Barrons, 5 Steps to a 5, and Princeton review, are a popular way to prepare with only a two months left before exam week.

AP Exams Around The Corner Prompt Students’ Different Study Methods

March 12, 2021
Patrick Leahy, the President Pro Tempore, presides over the second Impeachment trial of Former President Donald Trump. Trump was acquitted once again with 43 Senators not voting for a conviction.

Impeached Twice, Acquitted Twice: Trump Saved By Loyal Republicans

February 21, 2021
On Jan. 20, 2021, President Joe Biden was inaugurated in front of the Capitol. First Lady Jill Biden holds the family Bible as Chief Justice John Roberts swears in the 46th President of the United States.

Biden and Harris Make History

February 1, 2021
While the world still grapples with the spread of COVID-19, new vaccines are slowly making their way from pharmaceutical companies to hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies.

COVID-19 Update: Vaccine Distributions Begin, Lockdowns Continue

January 15, 2021
Learn How to Draw: December

Learn How to Draw: December

January 14, 2021
You Lost. Who Cares? We All Do.

You Lost. Who Cares? We All Do.

January 13, 2021
With no candidates receiving majorities in the November elections, both of Georgias Senate elections headed to January runoffs.

Blue Wave Makes Landfall in Georgia Special Election

January 13, 2021
Learn How to Draw: November

Learn How to Draw: November

January 8, 2021
Former Presidents, from left to right, Barack Obama (D), George W. Bush (R), and Bill Clinton (D) have agreed to take the COVID-19 vaccine. As a number of different organizations work to create an effective vaccine, there is hope that an end to the pandemic may finally be near.

Vaccines Renew Hopes for Pandemic’s End

January 8, 2021
School Moves from Naviance to Cialfo, Altering College Process

School Moves from Naviance to Cialfo, Altering College Process

January 8, 2021
While learning virtually, one student is frustrated and stressed while the other is unconcerned on her phone. Although some students feel more comfortable learning virtually for health reasons, it can seriously impact their mental health.

Remote Learning Greatly Impacts Students’ Mental Health

January 8, 2021
People took to the streets this summer to demand change in the system that allows for events such as the Death of George Floyd.

Black Lives Matter Movement Explores Advantages of White Privilege

January 8, 2021
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris won the 2020 presidential election after a tight race. Biden broke the record for the number of popular votes received by a president, and Harris will make history as the first female Vice President.

Biden and Harris Take the Win

January 8, 2021
Many women such as Hillary Clinton, Kamala Harris, Lisa Murkowski, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Nancy Pelosi, Sonia Sotomayor, Elise Stefanik, and Ivanka Trump have faced discrimination in the political world on the basis of gender. Through the history of America, women have persisted to create a more equal society, though there is still long ways to go.

The Glass Ceiling is Broken. What Comes Next?

January 5, 2021
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