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Frames from "You Got Framed" fundraiser placed in front yard of a local Gloucester citizen's house.
NAHS fundraiser “You Got Framed” to travel around Gloucester
A flyer announcing the Energy Savings Fair to the public
4th annual Energy Savings Fair returning to Gloucester
The Youth Advisory Council clothing drive stand outside of the Cafeteria
Youth Advisory Council holds clothing drive to benefit Open Door
School committee candidates answer questions from students and community members
School committee candidates answer questions from students and community members
The tea on "Tea"
The tea on “Tea”
In the GHS automotive shop, Bianca Sarofeen has gained the skills and confidence needed to excel in a male dominated field.
Voices of the Voc: Bianca’s story
Digital art by Mylee Towne
Fun and frightful films for the fall
Brayden Francis signs his letter of intent to continue his baseball career at Endicott College. He is one of four GHS athletes from the Class of 2025 to commit to continue their athletic careers in college. Photo used with permission of Dawn Enos and GHS Fishermen Athletics
“I Can Make Something Happen”: Francis’s Road to College Baseball
Declining creativity in the digital world
Declining creativity in the digital world
The Cape Ann Pride Coalition strives to spread hope among LGBTQ+ individuals despite persecution from federal policies.
Hope amidst hate
Jaylen Severino carries the ball with co-captain Thomas Cribbs as the lead blocker.
Playoff Bound: Fishermen to host Auburn despite regular season finale loss
Captain Henry Harrison anticipates a dribble from a Malden player.
Boys’ soccer wins season finale against Hornets
GHS adopts Morgan's Message to promote mental health awareness for athletes
GHS adopts Morgan’s Message to promote mental health awareness for athletes
Goalie Shane Witdfeldt kicks the ball during a goal kick.
Boys’ soccer drops match to Malden
The Volleyball team poses after their win. [Photo courtesy of GHS Volleyball]
Volleyball notches first program win in history
Digital art depicts a parody cover of the first Twilight book.
Twilight: so bad, it’s good
Digital art depicts how streaming services have taken over network television.
The problem with bingeable television
Why GHS should have a homecoming dance
Why GHS should have a homecoming dance
Screenshot of the SmartPass application when opened: 3 bathrooms closed, and one open with 3 people in line.
New bathroom policies are not so “smart”
Digital art depicts the modern Halloween dilemma: to trunk, or to trick?
Is trunk-or-treating the death of Halloween tradition?
GHS Music hosts the annual Fall Coffee House
GHS Music hosts the annual Fall Coffee House
Gloucester High Sophomore Shane Widtfeldt depicts his "passion" for his hometown's beauty as well as the craft of photography.
Students capture “passion” at Crane Estate exhibit
Clubs to join at GHS
Clubs to join at GHS
A stylized version of the Gloucester Education Foundation’s poster for the gala
GEF lets sparks fly
Members of the GHS drama club pose for a group photo on the first day of auditions. .
GHS theater comes alive with The Sound of Music 
Educators march to City Hall for a rally on November 14th.
Teacher strike in pictures
Golden
Golden
Painting
Painting
Ghostboy and Boots
Ghostboy and Boots
Desperate times, desperate measures
Desperate times, desperate measures

The Gillnetter

The Gillnetter
Benjamin Sechrist

Benjamin Sechrist, Staff Writer

Benjamin Sechrist is a sophomore politics enthusiast and first year staff writer for The Gillnetter. He is an honors history student at Gloucester High School who enjoys analyzing the national political climate and offering insight on how Washington politics affects all Americans. He can be reached at [email protected]

All content by Ben Sechrist

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The Walking Club Interview with Mrs. Hurst 

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Is the Phone Policy Actually Helping Students?

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Top news stories of 2024

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Digital Art promoting Toy Drive from Kops-n-Kids Community Outreach Program.

Kops-n-Kids teams up with GHS hockey for toy drive

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Trump wins Mock Election at GHS

Trump wins Mock Election at GHS

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Why is “Joy” seeping out of the Harris Campaign

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Donald Trump needs a filter

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Artist Mylee Towne's depiction of Tim Walz and J.D. Vance meeting for a cordial, and contentious debate.

Key moments in the Vice Presidential debate

BENJAMIN SECHRIST, Staff Writer
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GHS DECA all-state competitors pose during the 2024 SCDC competition in Boston.

Students learn leadership skills in DECA club

BEN SECHRIST, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024
Author Devorah Heitner to speak at GHS Thursday night

Author Devorah Heitner to speak at GHS Thursday night

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