The Gillnetter

The student news site of Gloucester High School in Gloucester, MA
  • The Fall Clothing Drive goes until Nov. 14th!
  • Semi formal is on November 10th - Be at GHS by 4:30!
  • Term 1 ends November 6th!
  • Application Workshop during homeroom on Nov. 12th
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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?
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 
Digital art inspired by the album cover of The Life of a Showgirl
Has Taylor Swift lost her touch?
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
Caroline McKay

Caroline McKay, Staff Writer

Caroline McKay is a Junior at Gloucester High School and is a second year staff writer for The Gillnetter. Outside of school, she swims competitively. She also swims with the Gloucester High School team where she placed 1st in her 50 freestyle at the Sectionals championship last season. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, boating, and yoga.

All content by Caroline McKay
After 24 years teaching business at GHS, Ms. Pine is retiring.

After 24 years at GHS Ms. Pine is retiring

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
June 9, 2021
Help make prom free!

Help make prom free!

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
May 13, 2021
The diverse protein bar selection at Whole Foods in Beverly

Healthy protein bars that actually taste good

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
January 25, 2021
Congress confirms Biden’s win after chaotic attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Congress confirms Biden’s win after chaotic attack on the U.S. Capitol.

CAMERON MUNIZ, ELISE AMARAL, MILA BARRY, and CAROLINE MCKAY
January 7, 2021
Spring sports delay extended to April 27th

Spring sports delay extended to April 27th

CAROLINE MCKAY and DYLAN ORLANDO
March 18, 2020
Sam Groleau swims 100 breaststroke at the State Championships at Boston University

Swim team wraps up a record breaking season

SAM GROLEAU and CAROLINE MCKAY
March 3, 2020
Swimmers compete at St. John's Prep for the NEC meet last week

Swim and Dive finishes season strong

SAM GROLEAU and CAROLINE MCKAY
February 6, 2020
How to survive midterm stress

How to survive midterm stress

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
January 21, 2020
I'm sorry Peloton bike girl

I’m sorry Peloton bike girl

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
A stressed out student studies in the library.

Unnecessary homework hinders learning

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
November 4, 2019
A poster from advocates who call for society to rethink the way we frame sexual assault

Rape culture: not just a women’s issue

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer
September 17, 2019
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