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  • The Fall Clothing Drive goes until Nov. 14th!
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  • 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
Hope Castellucci

Hope Castellucci, Staff Writer

Hope is a senior and first year staff writer for The Gillnetter. She plays soccer, winter track, and spring track. She is a three-sport captain and is passionate about sports, writing, and photography. She enjoys reading novels and hiking. You can email here with story ideas at [email protected].

All content by Hope Castellucci
Captain Henry Harrison anticipates a dribble from a Malden player.

Boys’ soccer wins season finale against Hornets

HOPE CASTELLUCCI and HENRY HARRISON
October 30, 2025
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

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
October 30, 2025
GHS adopts Morgan's Message to promote mental health awareness for athletes

GHS adopts Morgan’s Message to promote mental health awareness for athletes

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
October 29, 2025
Goalie Shane Witdfeldt kicks the ball during a goal kick.

[Photo] Boys' soccer drops match to Malden

October 29, 2025
Goalie Shane Witdfeldt kicks the ball during a goal kick.

Boys’ soccer drops match to Malden

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
October 29, 2025
Ashlyn Orlando battles a Sachem for possession.

[Photo] Gloucester field hockey dominates senior night

October 21, 2025
Girls’ soccer battles Salem in 1-0 loss

Girls’ soccer battles Salem in 1-0 loss

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
October 2, 2025
Jude Friday kicks the ball downfield.

Girls’ soccer captures first win over the Vikings

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
September 26, 2025
A Dot Day poster decorated with GHS students’ handmade dots

Students make their mark for National Dot Day

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
September 22, 2025
GK Jessica Harvey punts the ball across the field. [Photo courtesy of Lauren Sargent]

Girls’ soccer faces narrow loss to Tanners

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
September 19, 2025
Gloucester soccer players stand on the pitch during their game.

Gloucester girls’ soccer drops match against Saugus 7-0

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
September 15, 2025
The Football Team and Cheerleaders dance to "hype up" the GHS crowd during a pep rally earlier this year.

The Impact of Athletics

HOPE CASTELLUCCI, Contributor
June 18, 2025
The senior boys pose on Senior Night.

[Photo] Gloucester Fishermen Track seizes Lynch Division title

GRACE CASTELLUCCI, Sports Editor
May 13, 2025
Grace Castellucci and Avery Marcus push each other at the finish line on the 300 meter finals.

[Photo] Castellucci and Linehan lead sophomores in photo finish

GRACE CASTELLUCCI, Staff Writer
January 3, 2025
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