A YEAR IN SOCIAL MEDIA
This page, cross-posted from The Friar’s Lantern, showcases some of the ways that the student staff I advised from 2012-2018 used social media over the course of the 2017-2018 year. I trained student editors and contributors to use these social platforms for journalistic purposes.
Below the content, you can find a sample of our Social Media Contract and a presentation that our editors shared at a national convention in 2015 about what they learned through managing social media.
I believe that it’s sometimes harder to teach things than to do them. It’s also incredibly worthwhile to see people grow, learn, and take pride in their work—which is exactly what happens when students take ownership of publication tools. Journalism is 21st century English, and the skills to produce and evaluate social media are vital.
See more examples of my work in journalism education here.
PROMOTING OUR ISSUES AND OUR PROCESS
Social shares designed to promote our on-stands editions and raise awareness of our teamwork and journalistic process behind the scenes.
August-September
We want to learn about the @MalvernPrep Class of 2021! Look for our editors at the book sale on Wed. + Thurs. to take our #freshmansurvey17 pic.twitter.com/gpGEYQj7bE
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 22, 2017
Freshman Survey 2017 underway at the @MalvernPrep book sale… A-L today, M-Z tomorrow. Look for results in our back-to-school issue! pic.twitter.com/9jtGAk8jYN
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 23, 2017
Our #backtoschool issue is on stands, in your email + and online @MalvernPrep — #tollelegehttps://t.co/jASX644mmy pic.twitter.com/WtkVtKCXuZ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 29, 2017
Ready to go. Look for The Friar’s Lantern on stands at @MalvernPrep tomorrow morning. pic.twitter.com/qhVrtiUhBq
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 27, 2017
Look for the September issue of The Friar’s Lantern on stands and online this morning. #tollelege https://t.co/jASX644mmy pic.twitter.com/8bH2gOgKRr
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 28, 2017
Missing Saturday's @MalvernPrepFB game vs. LaSalle? Make sure to add us on SnapChat for live updates + interviews during the game! pic.twitter.com/f6DqwYUAVD
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 8, 2017
October-December
Our October/November issue is on stands! Remember to pick up @MalvernPrep + check https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDe for all of this month’s stories! pic.twitter.com/i08q9sTQB8
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 4, 2017
.@MalvernPrep + @VMAHSMalvern student journalists spent the day at the @CSPA fall conference 🍁 pic.twitter.com/4XDuZywbox
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 6, 2017
Thanks @PennStateBerks for hosting a great day, and @PASchoolPress for providing a great journalism opportunity! pic.twitter.com/fhDAls4KSz
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 3, 2017
Happy Thanksgiving!🍁🦃 We are #grateful for the opportunity to tell our community’s stories. pic.twitter.com/smQkJCxBwj
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 23, 2017
Congrats to EIC Eric McLaughlin '18 + Impressions staffer Dylan Tran '19 for winning their divisions! https://t.co/98rqFl5F2F
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 8, 2017
Copy Editor Jack Guardiola ‘20 takes final edits by storm. Look for the December issue @MalvernPrep Thursday morning! pic.twitter.com/hT3IBOEhVi
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 19, 2017
January-February
Yes, it's still January, and our issue just made it out to stands @MalvernPrep ! Tolle lege or read it online—https://t.co/Xhddn6DSmy pic.twitter.com/0bjzLjNYp9
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 31, 2018
And best wishes to our visiting editors who are spending the day at Villa—and their hosts! pic.twitter.com/CuMXRVdb2k
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 14, 2018
Thanks as always to @MalvernPrep leaders @ronalgeo + Dr. Fry for taking the time to share feedback with our staff. pic.twitter.com/fnaUYaVn1S
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 22, 2018
Yesterday, EIC Dan Malloy '18 talked to Fr. Reilly about his experience @MalvernPrep and Malvern's chance of a day off to celebrate an @Eagles Superbowl win.Make sure to add us on Snapchat for more Malvern Prep coverage @ https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDehttps://t.co/kp4ftFwDDX
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 25, 2018
Head Basketball Coach @coachtuk addresses the LeBron James Jr. to Malvern Prep rumors. pic.twitter.com/tD1xnYMvMx
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 27, 2018
March-April
While you're burning your #MarchMadness brackets, make sure to pick up a copy our Diversity themed February issue, on stands @MalvernPrep https://t.co/Xhddn6DSmy pic.twitter.com/ur8JbDnVlp
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 19, 2018
The April #Brotherhood issue of The Friar's Lantern is in @MalvernPrep inboxes and on stands Monday morning. Tolle Lege!https://t.co/jASX644mmy pic.twitter.com/cBplE4F1Rv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) April 27, 2018
May-June
Excited to announce our core leadership team for 2018-2019:L-R:Ryan Maher ‘19 / Managing EditorChase Bennett ‘19 / EICAlex Haylock ‘19 / EICMichael Harrington ‘19 / Assignments Editor
Section Editor announcements coming soon! pic.twitter.com/jbGGYQn1P7
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 9, 2018
Our 2018-2019 team is proud to present the May Issue!! If you can't get an issue on stands @MalvernPrep, check the last paper of the year below: https://t.co/jASX63MKXY pic.twitter.com/c6IUsBFk2n
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 29, 2018
DIRECTING TRAFFIC TO OUR SITE
Social shares used to direct traffic to stories published on our site. Instagram shares that are linked to stories direct to a page on our site.
August-September
New schedule @MalvernPrep puts Community Time back in morning, add/drop period lasts only 3 days for most students https://t.co/EWPnjYQ0Go
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 30, 2017
New Middle School Spanish teacher Mrs. Kelly Catania isn't new to Malvern, and has done more than just teach Spanishhttps://t.co/zEgufWyULD pic.twitter.com/Sf1iDQbmkH
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 5, 2017
New 9GA English Teacher Ms. Suzanne Sweeney has spent this year experiencing change, including getting married.https://t.co/mLqJoDots3 pic.twitter.com/6ZKdwTEyqk
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 15, 2017
"I return to Malvern with new perspectives and relationships following my Christian Service trip."- Sean Oates https://t.co/PkSDJJnbNP pic.twitter.com/EIqhuzhyri
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 6, 2017
"Get out of your comfort zone, try something new" –@fryguy1026 @ today's @MalvernPrep Activities Fair https://t.co/wUfGImDasJ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 13, 2017
For the first time, MTS is doing a fall musical—and it involves flesh-eating plants and rock music!https://t.co/aI9sMuRbZF pic.twitter.com/oVippFm1kA
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 28, 2017
New Head of School Fr. Don Reilly has experienced similarities and differences to his previous position. https://t.co/gnLCyVBVYX pic.twitter.com/SaPoklk5Sj
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 2, 2017
Since he began playing Water Polo in eighth grade, Isaac Salinas ’18 has established himself as a team leader.https://t.co/71bxT7oOWj pic.twitter.com/ktP6GjjpMq
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 3, 2017
With the @MalvernPrep Upper School moving towards a semester approach, students and teachers try to adapt. https://t.co/vE6MIONDnN pic.twitter.com/add5LyN3YY
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 4, 2017
“The idea really came up from the middle school so the plan was adapting to the high school.” – Mrs. Susan Giordani https://t.co/cUOBdemSu9 pic.twitter.com/ad32Jci3W7
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 8, 2017
.@MPFriars crew coach Craig Hoffman is celebrating his 20th year of significant impact on @MalvernPrep athletes—https://t.co/8m7Y2TBjwe pic.twitter.com/AZconqPhwr
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 12, 2017
Two TDS for @OshaanAllison in first half. Story on his return to @MPFriars after a season-ending injury in 2016: https://t.co/h0W0hag4UC
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 14, 2017
October-December
.@MalvernPrepHoop dropped an overtime thriller against @SJPrep_Sports yesterday afternoon.Photos, snaps, and tweets: https://t.co/YKfPkUNwy0 pic.twitter.com/Pl0f8nGlaN
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 12, 2017
"There were too many 1’s and 1’s are unacceptable." – @JohnOstick1
Why are so many Advanced Placement test scores dropping @MalvernPrep ?https://t.co/7vCZCeP1am pic.twitter.com/Toj3Qt8Cdv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 30, 2017
Missed the @MalvernPrep Saturday Christmas party with St. Patrick's parish? See our top photos here:https://t.co/F3c1lQtc1g pic.twitter.com/ul1IJQmcvi
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 12, 2017
If you're wondering what to eat for Christmas, then @jackmagargee has got you covered. Read his column on Christmas food and drink at https://t.co/yBmO1T8riN pic.twitter.com/qZ2L4x5LR9
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 21, 2017
Snow days have always been a source of excitement for kids of all ages. However, as Chase Bennett points out in his Christmas Column, eventually these fun days turn into work days.https://t.co/x3nCjFrxtW pic.twitter.com/cvtInIUK3w
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 22, 2017
.@EPR2514 complains about the evils of starting #BlackFriday on #Thanksgiving in his kind-of #Christmas Column.https://t.co/1eLEcHkaGr pic.twitter.com/ZvzSx4wn3h
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 22, 2017
"From the fat man himself to the small gimmicks you see everywhere, here are the top ten worst Christmas traditions that make one cringe harder than someone with trypophobia looking at a beehive."https://t.co/W3XIjLRzdH pic.twitter.com/LICqJgjA5B
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 24, 2017
Ever wondered what Christmas is like at the home of four #MalvernPrep students/alumni?
The McClatchy Christmas has something for everyone…https://t.co/hW370ayMWL pic.twitter.com/ZdwqloGcvL
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 25, 2017
As many as 1/3 of the U.S. adult population suffers from #insomnia symptoms, and @MalvernPrep friars are no exception.Our story: https://t.co/ghtj5H0Wc2 pic.twitter.com/fb5MnYGMgQ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 26, 2017
President of @MPstudco Liam McKnight talks about everything from CARES Walk to Spirit Week in another addition of State of StudCo.https://t.co/K3wJK6dszS pic.twitter.com/5WA8GWq1BA
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 30, 2017
School was out today thanks to a Head of School Holiday, Fr. Reilly's first official act in his new role. https://t.co/bdJ8E4uG0g pic.twitter.com/XHmzu4rO2L
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 6, 2017
After weeks of hard fought games for the @MalvernPrep intramural football championship, Team Some Guys took home the title. https://t.co/xAaxig52Uc pic.twitter.com/m8y30WxL6n
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 8, 2017
You know it’s hard to wake up early in the morning—but do you know the reasons why teenagers should get more sleep? https://t.co/N69KALqPxL pic.twitter.com/RHC5rGgT0O
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 8, 2017
On Friday, October 13 students flooded into the O’Neill gymnasium thinking “here we go again.” It was another @MPstudco Spirit Day assembly, and students were expecting the same as previous years. But this year was different. https://t.co/OhvI7SeuSf pic.twitter.com/ysIB13dtHz
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 9, 2017
.@PhillyLax18 is returning to the City of Brotherly Love, and everyone's excited. Read what @MPFriars Head Coach John McEvoy has to say-https://t.co/OHlHTjUEJx pic.twitter.com/aEIdet9WO6
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 10, 2017
The @MalvernPrep Friday Morning Rally committee is constantly looking to make each FMR better than the last. https://t.co/nkzJTarI9Y pic.twitter.com/HdlvylX38k
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 10, 2017
.@MalvernPrep 7th Grader Nick Harris won silver at the Junior Pan American games in Victoria, Canada. His story:https://t.co/a4noS3govb pic.twitter.com/UVeHDYm7CU
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 10, 2017
Thanks to all U.S. veterans + @MalvernPrep alumni currently in the service. On #VeteransDay2017 —revisit our Dec. 2016 story examining Malvern’s military connection.https://t.co/e6fKY3MtgO pic.twitter.com/hqpFS5s5qY
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 11, 2017
With apps like @Hudl and @Krossovr becoming more and more popular, @MPFriars athletes find more and more way to get recruited.https://t.co/z7SaLqyIjB pic.twitter.com/tEP929nQNu
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 11, 2017
Eric Spanos '21 became the youngest lacrosse commit in history when he committed to @TerpsMLax in February. His story:https://t.co/y9bEp9J8Qm pic.twitter.com/8AeGxr6QrI
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 12, 2017
Check out our photo album from yesterday's @MPFriars @MalvernPrepFB 52-21 win over Springside Chestnut Hill to win the Inter-Ac title https://t.co/BUEbT3Ycgf pic.twitter.com/S2mYAYLh4D
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 12, 2017
Editorial: With more project-based learning at @MalvernPrep , does the school teach its students how to navigate college, or how to navigate life?https://t.co/1UR4gzew5U pic.twitter.com/Cbq7PKdPHB
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 13, 2017
Last month, @MalvernPrep Head of School Fr. Reilly shadowed reporter Cole Cherian during his school day.His story: https://t.co/sTmb0LjxyU pic.twitter.com/qqSGO6syb0
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 15, 2017
In last month's #FriarTrier Managing Editor @EPR2514 spit into an @23andMe tube (for science)His experience:https://t.co/BApqmapFdl pic.twitter.com/VxxQOVu1WD
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 15, 2017
Congratulations @Keith_Mag 🏈
Athlete of the Issue profile for November: https://t.co/i0SxFVpTTC https://t.co/EA3eaqNbxf
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 21, 2017
Check out all the photos and videos from the Dodgeball tournament @MalvernPrep and the Talent Show online at https://t.co/Bx0gcrjWNO pic.twitter.com/UQepbObPVl
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 21, 2017
From holiday lock-ins to a takedown of Band Aid…
For some @MalvernPrep #Christmas reading, throwback to our holiday columns from the last three years:
2017: https://t.co/j1TAXYXR5S2016: https://t.co/5YEHdzQy2v2015: https://t.co/oWf1WWgTUg pic.twitter.com/bWTobPkEqL
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 25, 2017
January-February
The first #J-Term at @MalvernPrep starts today! The experience will be different for students based on whether they are enrolled in AP classes. Learn more: https://t.co/TsIZEcF5Ek pic.twitter.com/XisKOFPcyu
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 8, 2018
Smartphones are keeping teens awake at night. @MalvernPrep students + teachers share perspective.Read: https://t.co/udnakjotU6 pic.twitter.com/FgNjmsBbGi
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 8, 2018
Malvern Theatre Society is now rehearsing for "Spamalot", starring Kyle Leonard '19 as King Arthur.Read: https://t.co/9eyXGtcFTC pic.twitter.com/AHxAoX1aZK
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 11, 2018
Sophomore rapper "TBreck" @tbreckmusic has earned himself a reputation with over 210 thousand plays on his Soundcloud account. His story: https://t.co/2HvuYsWJ07 pic.twitter.com/eITI3cQXns
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 11, 2018
For the first time during the first week of November, @MalvernPrep teachers sent out performance updates in the place of quarterly grades.Read: https://t.co/1KN8IJ4IFd pic.twitter.com/72Z3Ih0oHo
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 17, 2018
In the this month's #EditorialBoard the team talks about the importance of @MalvernPrep discussing sexual assault, no matter how uncomfortable the conversation is.Read: https://t.co/1Lbe74RH0P pic.twitter.com/sNE6BXgknH
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 17, 2018
.@MPFriars squash struggled last year, but the team looks to come back bigger and better this year.Read: https://t.co/JoXYLIBSDQ pic.twitter.com/jI7sQgh7JE
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 18, 2018
Students just wrapped up the inaugural J-Term @MalvernPrep which featured two distinct tracks—one for students enrolled in APs, and one for the others.
See photos + read stories by journalism J-Term students who visited classes—https://t.co/Xmj0vwnD5e pic.twitter.com/C4oW07lUgN
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 20, 2018
Last week, Journalism J-Term students interviewed visiting #AlumniofMalvern about their memories of @MalvernPrep and advice for college. @MPFriarsAlumni —want to be featured here? Contact us.https://t.co/o0KUDxa4JM pic.twitter.com/Y6qw2uVqaR
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 22, 2018
Many students @MalvernPrep carry around heavy backpacks stuffed with textbooks and other items for class. However, there are side effects to carrying a heavy bag.Read: https://t.co/o243uh5Nv5 pic.twitter.com/4rHK2vrxHh
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 1, 2018
.@MalvernPrep students are now required to sign an "Academic Dishonesty Pledge" before major exams. How often are teachers using it, and how does it work?
Read: https://t.co/UYgnzni03y pic.twitter.com/QJxpaOfPGv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 2, 2018
.@MalvernPrep is getting ready for #SB52, and its superfans are getting ready for the @Eaglesto take on the @Patriots Read how they're prepping for tonight: https://t.co/6KhPrlARNr pic.twitter.com/wpJsQ6sArh
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 4, 2018
Every fan has their superstitions, and @MalvernPrep players and fans are no different. Read about our students and teachers superstitions: https://t.co/1ufF88YqyV pic.twitter.com/d5MIfpYBRo
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 4, 2018
10 years ago, the Duffy Arts Center opened @MalvernPrep , bringing in an increase in the arts.
Read teachers and faculty's memories of the project: https://t.co/dElgR5ApwV pic.twitter.com/kmTlVyB2O8
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 7, 2018
The first ST@MP Diversity Conference on Sun., March 18 will bring the noted speaker @Moore_Darnell to campus—as well as opportunities for student leadership. Registration is free for @MalvernPrep students, faculty + staff.https://t.co/mjL25vmibc pic.twitter.com/efiv4dAQkV
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 13, 2018
This year, three students from Panama are visiting @MalvernPrep via @MalvernExchange . On their agenda: seeing snow for the first time. Read: https://t.co/pSH6nNcHwy pic.twitter.com/GVETwEui9z
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 1, 2018
Fr. Reilly has some changes planned for @MalvernPrep next year, including daily chapel and changes to dress code.Read: https://t.co/yWBb84EplU pic.twitter.com/JztfzeD05W
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 2, 2018
Sweet. Congrats.🏅
Our profile of two @MPFriars decathletes: @seb_costantini + @bolles14 https://t.co/D5vMr0n4An https://t.co/x3f7Yi3LUl
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 10, 2018
.@BadgerFootball quarterback and @MalvernPrepFB alumnus Alex Hornibrook '15 won the Orange Bowl and was named MVP of the game. January, he sat down with us to talk Wisconsin and Malvern. Read: https://t.co/6beERaKyrQ pic.twitter.com/d10zAchXJ4
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 12, 2018
March-April
Construction 🚧 has begun on the new Center for Social Impact at @MalvernPrep — learn about this new building at the link:https://t.co/TBjq9jDe4C pic.twitter.com/6Ux4H0QzI4
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 6, 2018
.@MalvernPrep Student Council speeches today promised school-wide tournaments, fundraising activities, cutoffs, and plenty of Fortnite for the school year to come. https://t.co/GLDbInGjOQ pic.twitter.com/Dfz9vKjjbQ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 9, 2018
The first ST@MP Diversity Conference on Sun., March 18 will bring the noted speaker @Moore_Darnell to campus—as well as opportunities for student leadership. Registration is free for @MalvernPrep students, faculty + staff.https://t.co/mjL25vmibc pic.twitter.com/efiv4dAQkV
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 13, 2018
Malvern Theatre Society's Spring musical, Monty Python's Spamlot, suffered many disruptions to it's schedule during the production.Despite this, the show ended a success to close out the year for MTS.Read: https://t.co/6WAsRI414x pic.twitter.com/fSX5c8DaEL
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 26, 2018
This Spring, @MalvernPrep Head of School Fr. Donald Reilly O.S.A. will be visiting with alumni to discuss changes and new ideas for the school.Read about his trip: https://t.co/ap3dqYXdQB pic.twitter.com/eqzf8gMhDU
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 20, 2018
This month, four members of our staff traveled to @VMAHSMalvern , while four members of the Villa Voice traveled to @MalvernPrep .Read about our staff's experience: https://t.co/kyGd6h361w pic.twitter.com/MD2reG2MZU
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 21, 2018
.@BRYNandDANES is a local fast food startup, trying to combine healthy with trendy.Read our review of their new Malvern location: https://t.co/A2BQAwOl2w pic.twitter.com/5i5NbAEiRQ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 21, 2018
After the @Eagles won their first #SuperBowl , @MalvernPrep gave its students a day off from school for the championship parade.Read about that decision and Malvern's take on the Eagles: https://t.co/oaDZQCP8xV pic.twitter.com/i0NNIyIvKw
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 22, 2018
EDITORIAL: Students @MalvernPrep have to actively seek out ways in which to create Diversity in their lives, in order to prepare themselves for life outside of High SchoolRead: https://t.co/QnNAvVf3G4 pic.twitter.com/VDYp6IqmsU
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 24, 2018
Junior Will Pettit recently raised over $20,000 for his chance to win the @LLSusa Student of the Year competition. His story: https://t.co/4Z8xbZT9yT pic.twitter.com/dayM1dLHbx
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 24, 2018
GPA scores @MalvernPrep are rising 27.4%, a far higher rate than the national average.Read why: https://t.co/2yNwOnuUmW pic.twitter.com/autjvzbhVr
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 27, 2018
Mrs. Susan Giordani didn't wait to start teaching English when she got her degree from @penn_state “Even when I was a kid, I would write for my family."Her story: https://t.co/R0POmHcH2S pic.twitter.com/2NmwSEArlo
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 28, 2018
Make sure to check out our story and photo album from Thursday's event: https://t.co/IZoGrRykVF
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) April 13, 2018
May-June
The Engineering Club and Robotics Team @MalvernPrep 1168 recently won first place at the Mid-Atlantic Robotics District Event.Their story: https://t.co/40ZJ58Rc1G pic.twitter.com/5W1eX0GGpA
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 1, 2018
Corey Kovalovich '19 plays piano, is involved in yearbook, robotics, and multiple Honors Societies. However, his true passion lies in squash.His story: https://t.co/vQFKSyNZR4 pic.twitter.com/CLRpztfBJN
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 1, 2018
Last month, Swedish DJ and EMD artist "Avicii" passed away in Oman.Read our tribute to the artist who changed dances @MalvernPrep : https://t.co/ckEAzrf6wE pic.twitter.com/8TjB8iKeqg
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 2, 2018
Peter Nguyen '18 is 5'7", but that doesn't stop him from playing his favorite sport.His story: https://t.co/9GtjErvMiT pic.twitter.com/ZgaHFkWZ5G
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 2, 2018
Max Fish '21 discovered his passion for writing in seventh grade, and since then, he's written multiple short stories and even a novel.His story: https://t.co/1g9fwv64iY pic.twitter.com/RvDHvL29cp
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 2, 2018
With prom @MalvernPrep quickly approaching, the stress of preparing for the big night can be a bit overwhelming.To help, we had some @VMAHSMalvern students offer advice.Their thoughts: https://t.co/jo3TLDLLWb pic.twitter.com/yzohAe89ne
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 3, 2018
Kosta Hionis '19 is a hockey and hunting enthusiast, and has doing both since he was young.His story: https://t.co/KyNgqiFWBJ pic.twitter.com/YaWCvbef5s
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 3, 2018
Many changes are coming to the calendar @MalvernPrep , including a removal of PD days, and Prom being on a Wednesday.Read about all of them: https://t.co/d3oMTBYTm6 pic.twitter.com/Eazg0ym9QT
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 4, 2018
Many changes are coming to the calendar @MalvernPrep , including a removal of PD days, and Prom being on a Wednesday.Read about all of them: https://t.co/d3oMTBYTm6 pic.twitter.com/Eazg0ym9QT
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 4, 2018
Danny Faunce '20 has had to make his own way as the youngest sibling, and he thinks @MalvernPrep has helped him do thatHis story: https://t.co/4M09qdQCo0 pic.twitter.com/z0Bd8Gyfxu
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 4, 2018
.@MalvernPrep 's new strategic plan will be more a specific continuation of the previous 2011-2016 plan.Read more: https://t.co/EfdHNNN1Kk
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 7, 2018
During the rise of Fortnite Mobile, everyone was scrambling to get the rare codes to play the game. For Jake Caulfield '20 however, had 12 codes from his 800 email signups and was looking to make a profit.His story: https://t.co/vO3S3GC1ys pic.twitter.com/9UeZwlR9PV
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 7, 2018
Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek @MalvernPrep ! Showcasing some of our Teachers of the Issue—April 2018: English Teacher Mrs. Kathryn Wolstenholmehttps://t.co/bMirQ0spIu
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 8, 2018
Happy 3rd Day of #TeacherAppreciationWeek @MalvernPrep ! Another spotlight to another Teacher of the Issue–March 2018: English Teacher Mrs. Susan Giordani https://t.co/DNKAFhqMxR
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 9, 2018
Lots more profiles of @MalvernPrep faculty + staff from 2012-2018 on our website. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek !https://t.co/eZssTJfaZL pic.twitter.com/cYnu9PVHQX
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 11, 2018
Miss @lictour this year? The 2018 senior prank @MalvernPrep has you covered. Story and photos at link:https://t.co/HHsIu7sJGE#GotPaint?
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 11, 2018
An early morning burglary on May 15 at Chester County Outdoors on Lancaster Avenue resulted in some Chester County schools, including @MalvernPrep , taking security precautions.https://t.co/4xGnMjbr1f
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 7, 2018
Cooper Frankenheimer '21 made @VarsityLaxMP as a freshman. What else can he do? Read about him here: https://t.co/X2O5z8VVWO
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 16, 2018
Julian Williams '21 does it all @MalvernPrep , from participating in multiple clubs and sports to juggling a rigorous study routine.His story: https://t.co/IiT31x2GeL pic.twitter.com/t4Pst4k7IR
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 17, 2018
.@MPstudco outgoing President Liam McKnight '18 offered closing remarks at today's Senior Tribute as he passed off the gavel to 2018-2019 President Billy Carlini '19.
Read his closing reflection from our April issue:https://t.co/wa7wzqIpjM
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 21, 2018
Congrats to the 2018 Inter-Ac Champs! @VarsityLaxMP @MPFriars
Check out some pictures on our website:https://t.co/9Pq64jbLZ0
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 22, 2018
Wisdom shared from @MalvernPrep senior newspaper staff Danny Malloy, Eric McLaughlin, Ethan Rowley @EPR2514 , Jack Magargee @jackmagargee , and Rohan Jhunjhunwala.
Read Here: https://t.co/TRfuRVN2U2
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 29, 2018
Wonder where the @MalvernPrep seniors are going next year? Look no further.https://t.co/Mx8YtYVkiS
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 30, 2018
As seniors @BillyCorcoran32 and @bradydev08 complete their @MPFriarBaseball career, they end the year with an Inter-Ac title, a state championship, and a 30 win season. They now prepare to continue their careers @PittTweet @Pitt_BASE https://t.co/4QnLccUlI1
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 31, 2018
"That’s had a huge impact on our family. I’m honored to be able to give back to this place.”Incoming Board Chair Mr. John McGlinn, P'14, '16, '18, will be this year's graduation speaker. https://t.co/tk5IdqAIdt
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 2, 2018
“I’m not gonna use names, but I know one kid who drove over a curb to escape their assassin because they had their car blocked in in a parking lot.” This year's @MalvernPrep senior assassin game was as competitive as ever. https://t.co/E2cCDrmlhv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 2, 2018
After numerous years of offering the AP U.S. History class, this class will no longer exist after the 2018-2019 school year, and other changes to AP courses will occur as well. @MalvernPrephttps://t.co/CDYiJigBwF
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 6, 2018
Congrats to the @MalvernPrep class of 2018!! Here are some pictures of graduation: https://t.co/u1yZxZONHT
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 7, 2018
Keep an eye out in upcoming years for possible student involvement in the disciplinary process. @MalvernPrep https://t.co/Q3jodtSwr5
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 9, 2018
@MPFriarBaseball had a great year! Check out some of the highlights of the season, including winning the Inter-Ac championship, and some player perspectives. @MalvernPrep https://t.co/1abVQzdvu4
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 10, 2018
TOP 10 OF 2017
During the last few days of 2017, we shared the top ten stories by hits to our website over the last year.
Top 10 of 2017
Today we're starting our #LanternTop10 countdown of the best stories of #2017 .At number ten is our Janurary Editorial on Student Centered Learning.Read: https://t.co/QO0KsQeKHS
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 28, 2017
At number nine of the #LanternTop10 countdown is our story on how the senior slide has impacted @MalvernPrep 's AP scores.Read: https://t.co/7vCZCf6CyW
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 29, 2017
Our #LanternTop10 number 8:
In Sept. 2017, we introduced readers to some of the new faculty + staff @MalvernPrep —https://t.co/hvWQ6Ju7mZ pic.twitter.com/exBM9vpabs
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 30, 2017
In the @MalvernPrep Student Handbook, vandalism is listed as one of the offenses that could receive penalty of suspension, conduct failure, or expulsion.
Our #LanternTop10 number 7 story tackled graffiti on campus—https://t.co/dTySDp31ha pic.twitter.com/kwq54Bq8Mv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 30, 2017
Our #LanternTop10 6, AAU Athletics. “This monster is one of our big issues in society, about what we are doing with … sports in general,” – Athletic Director Mr. Kurt Ruch.Read: https://t.co/m0IEKI5S2M
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 30, 2017
Number 5 of our #LanternTop 10 is our story on crew coach Craig Hoffman as he entered his twentieth year as a coach @MalvernPrep .Read: https://t.co/vHWmYrLYJq
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 30, 2017
Number 4 of our #LanternTop10 countdown is last school year's Senior Columns.Read them: https://t.co/1AkiIiwe9e
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 31, 2017
#LanternTop10 countdown number three is our recap of the last day of school before winter break this year.Read and watch: https://t.co/Bx0gcrjWNO
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 31, 2017
Number #2 of our #LanternTop10 countdown is our extensive story on vaping in the @MalvernPrep community.Read: https://t.co/J8WfRoqU5q
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 1, 2018
At number one of our #LanternTop10 countdown is our news brief + photo album for the Brotherhood Ceremony of the @MalvernPrep #Classof2021
Thanks for following along!https://t.co/SRwmv8OOcK
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 1, 2018
Happy New Year, @MalvernPrep —and seniors, welcome to your graduation year! Wishing our community all the best in 2018. ⚡️: Sharing some highlights from our 2017 timeline:https://t.co/hFcnPFRVM5
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 1, 2018
BIRTHDAYS
We shared our staff members’ and alumni editors’ birthdays on Twitter with links to their online portfolios.
Birthdays
Happy birthday to our Media & Culture Editor and "pretty cool dude" Luke McClatchy '19!
Luke's stories:https://t.co/w83dDsru5O pic.twitter.com/eeIraVNPEH
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) June 13, 2018
Another one-day-late belated birthday to 2015-2016 EIC @_JusticeBennett ! Thanks for setting a high bar for our staff, and good luck on your adventures at @GUPolitics and beyond.
Justice's stories:https://t.co/YW9NBjdT94 pic.twitter.com/awUZPUvxDu
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 4, 2018
Belated happy birthday (yesterday) to 2016-2017 EIC @Tommy__Pero !
Tommy’s 2016 column recently won Digital Gold Circle 1st Place honors from @CSPA :https://t.co/4Yakc9CJ1a pic.twitter.com/RJGorxsUNn
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) May 1, 2018
Happy Birthday to 2017-18 co-EIC Dan Malloy ‘18! Thanks for leading the team this year.
Dan’s stories: https://t.co/A7eewRpvUP pic.twitter.com/jcLNn671pL
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) April 11, 2018
Happy 16th Birthday to reporter Brian Szipszky!Read his stories: https://t.co/Cp1pyMzoUi … https://t.co/CQuZGj74GK pic.twitter.com/heNFloIyn3
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 22, 2018
Happy birthday to our Social Media Editor and 2017 @nationalJEA Aspiring Young Journalist Joe Lister!We're glad he can type again.Joe's stories (since 6th grade)—https://t.co/FnCUgWB45y pic.twitter.com/h3hcUNoANI
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 5, 2018
Happy birthday to our Managing Editor + Graphic Designer @chaseclosed ! Chase’s stories (he writes, too)—https://t.co/AEze2CTmHn pic.twitter.com/rrLnnOsu1o
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) March 4, 2018
Happy Birthday to our 2014-2016 Sports Editor @pferraiolo301 🎉
We miss you + @saintjosephs is lucky to have you!
Pat's stories:https://t.co/5KItPi2Xj5 pic.twitter.com/xz912UKcAt
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 11, 2018
Happy Birthday to our Friar Life editor Michael "Schmike" Harrington! 🎉🎧
His stories:https://t.co/NV7UJ43sz3 pic.twitter.com/H1m2k7N579
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) February 6, 2018
Happy birthday to our co-Social Media Editor Dan King '19!
Dan's stories: https://t.co/4bylvNhX6f pic.twitter.com/mqiLcWo0fE
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 25, 2018
Happy Birthday to Sports Editor Kyle Leonard ‘19! Have a great day + thanks for all you do! Read his stories @ https://t.co/66wm9zYX29 pic.twitter.com/wweBAl7Wkc
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 24, 2017
Happy Birthday to 2016-17 Sports Editor @henrymalone_ 🎂🏈🏀 @UofMaryland is lucky to have you!Henry's stories:https://t.co/9bpLBaGiaL pic.twitter.com/XSJ2CtNhjZ
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) October 4, 2017
Happy belated birthday to 2016-17 EIC + 4-year staffer @tyler_pizzico ’17! Good luck at @penn ! 🎂💪🏼Stories:https://t.co/EEnSXUPiX9 pic.twitter.com/14iLqiuHmo
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 26, 2017
Happy birthday to 2017-18 EIC Eric McLaughlin! Good luck in senior year! 🎂EMac’s stories: https://t.co/rItoSDIv1K pic.twitter.com/gNzB8FBfXA
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 26, 2017
Happy 17th Birthday to our own Managing Editor for Print Ethan Rowley! You can view his stories here: https://t.co/s2OPeRs1Ll pic.twitter.com/Esrwf0NNQn
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) August 11, 2017
Happy birthday to business manager + 4-year staffer @jackmagargee ! Enjoy Fiji—see you soon! Jack's stories:https://t.co/uA5VeoC8Fb pic.twitter.com/3RZL5ASoRN
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) July 31, 2017
An almost-past-deadline happy birthday to editor, manager & new alum @jmcclatch24 !Most stories of anyone so far: https://t.co/SHprhKAKE2 pic.twitter.com/rpYdWgMvb2
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) July 27, 2017
SNAPSTORIES ON TWITTER
Not all of our readers are on Snapchat, so we started sharing some of our best Snapstories on Twitter.
Snapchat on Twitter
Yesterday, EIC Dan Malloy '18 talked to Fr. Reilly about his experience @MalvernPrep and Malvern's chance of a day off to celebrate an @Eagles Superbowl win.Make sure to add us on Snapchat for more Malvern Prep coverage @ https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDehttps://t.co/kp4ftFwDDX
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 25, 2018
Yesterday @MalvernPrepHoops defeated @PCquakersBBall 85-52 to improve to 2-0 in the Inter-Ac. Watch @liammcknight15 Snapchat coverage at:https://t.co/YguhBoI0PH
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) January 13, 2018
Congrats to JV @MalvernPrepHoop on the win over Phelps School! Good luck to Varsity. Our snap story from the game: pic.twitter.com/BWhqpgMorv
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 6, 2017
Last night’s @MalvernPrep Winter Art Show and Choral Concert was awesome! Our snapchat coverage: https://t.co/XvHmio5TXz
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) December 14, 2017
Friday was opening night for Malvern Theatre Society's "Little Shop of Horrors." Snap story by @liammcknight15 —https://t.co/Qe7QrdpshP pic.twitter.com/SZqv47TNd2
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) November 4, 2017
Check out our Snapchat story from this morning's #BrotherhoodCeremony at @MalvernPrep pic.twitter.com/iveQCWDDwV
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 11, 2017
Are you following us on #Snapchat yet? Here's some coverage of Friday's @MPFriars win over the Hermits 🔥💪🏼📱: https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDe pic.twitter.com/QCfsMZoqQO
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 2, 2017
A look back at today's first Friday Morning Rally @MalvernPrep -thanks @liammcknight15 for the snap story!
📱:https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDe pic.twitter.com/5qV4PvwIwW
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 15, 2017
Final score for @MalvernPrepFB last night: LaSalle 45, @MPFriars 21. Our snap story from the game—📱: https://t.co/9EGnjmHtDe pic.twitter.com/1z5ucBu7dX
— The Friar's Lantern (@friarslantern1) September 10, 2017
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