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Open-air instruction: The VFMS outdoor learning space offers picnic tables for teachers to conduct lessons outside. Staff could use the space beginning this September.
Middle schools build outdoor learning spaces
November 3, 2025
Fresh from abroad to your home: An Eataly employee cuts cheese to sell to a customer. The new location opened at the King of Prussia mall on Oct. 2, consisting of a restaurant, marketplace and other dining options.
New Eataly opens at the King of Prussia Mall
November 3, 2025
Administering action: The Tredyffrin Township building awaits township staff and community members. The U.S. government shutdown began on Oct. 1, with effects on local governments like the township.
US government shuts down, impacts T/E community
November 3, 2025
Mental mindfulness: Seniors and Hope and Beyond club leaders Venu Dhanabal (left) and Krtin Ashokkumar (right) pet Fia, a member of the Tri-State Canine Response Team, to destress. They wore pink to participate in Wellness Wednesday’s spirit day theme.
Working on wellness: Conestoga addresses mental health concerns, students respond
November 3, 2025
First of the fields: Student athletes join district officials to open the first field of the Athletic Fields Project. The ribbon-cutting ceremony occurred on Sept. 24 and the field hockey team practiced on the turf after.
Athletic Fields Project set to open for spring 2026 sports season
November 3, 2025
Accomplished alumna: Conestoga Class of 2011 graduate Meghan Morris speaks at the Future of News event. Morris became inspired to pursue a career in journalism through her experiences on The Spoke and the resources it provided her.
Alumna becomes Business Insider bureau chief
November 3, 2025
Caught in a click: Junior Michelle Pechstein takes photos of race car events at New Jersey Motorsports Park. She accompanied her dad to these events and started a new Instagram account to post the photos.
Junior starts Instagram account for photography
November 3, 2025
Autumn celebration: Middle Eastern North American (MENA) club member Abigail Adane (right) attends the Fall Gathering on Oct. 23. The Black Student Union hosted the event invited MENA and other clubs to join the celebration.
MENA club reignites student connection, cultural pride
November 3, 2025
Engineering enthusiast: Business and technology department chair Noah Austin sits in the fabrication lab. Austin began teaching at Conestoga in 2006 and teaches engineering courses in addition to designing and implementing new ones.
Teacher Feature: Noah Austin
November 3, 2025
Three-tiered tradition: Eight pieces of tea sandwiches, a warm scone with clotted cream, lemon curd, strawberry preserves and three assorted mini pastries fill the stand as part of the shop’s full afternoon tea. The set cost $40 and came with unlimited tea refills for the table.
The Spork: A Taste of Britain
November 3, 2025
Graphic: Philadelphia Field Trips
April 25, 2025
Graphic: Sports Photography
April 25, 2025
Graphic: Nonprofits
April 25, 2025
Calling all caffeine consumers!
Calling all caffeine consumers!
March 21, 2025
'Stoga Theater Presents: Chicago
‘Stoga Theater Presents: Chicago
March 21, 2025
Three-tiered tradition: Eight pieces of tea sandwiches, a warm scone with clotted cream, lemon curd, strawberry preserves and three assorted mini pastries fill the stand as part of the shop’s full afternoon tea. The set cost $40 and came with unlimited tea refills for the table.
The Spork: A Taste of Britain
November 3, 2025
Bubbling broth: The hot pot options at Asian fusion restaurant Gyu Hakata come with a customizable selection of meats and vegetables. The split soup base provided a variety of flavors and spices to cook the ingredients in.
The Spork: Gyu Hakata Hot Pot
October 3, 2025
Radiant refreshments: Mad Anthony Wayne Cafe has a large selection of delicacies, including the Panino Turkey, Peach Green Tea Lemonade and Matcha Latte. The cafe had a pleasant ambiance and was a cozy place for our study session.
The Spork: Mad Anthony Wayne Cafe
June 2, 2025
Noteworthy nachos: The El Tio Nachos come piled high with toppings, such as melted cheese, pico de gallo and avocado. The dish’s flavorful crunch was an excellent way to start the meal.
The SPORK: El Tio Mexican Restaurant
April 25, 2025
Colorful plating: The wok Amish chicken and gulf shrimp is served with lots of vegetables and a side of rice. Personally, the Vietnamese lime basil sauce was too sweet and threw off the balance of the dish.
The Spork: NECTAR Restaurant & Lounge
March 21, 2025
Engineering enthusiast: Business and technology department chair Noah Austin sits in the fabrication lab. Austin began teaching at Conestoga in 2006 and teaches engineering courses in addition to designing and implementing new ones.
Teacher Feature: Noah Austin
November 3, 2025
Poised to learn: Math teacher Paul Poiesz sits at his desk and displays his mug with a math pun. Poiesz began teaching at Conestoga 28 years ago after teaching at Bishop McDevitt High School. He will retire at the end of this school year, wrapping up his 43-year teaching career.
Teacher Feature: Paul Poiesz
June 2, 2025
Coaching calculator: Math teacher and head coach of the girls’ tennis team Seth Shore sits at his desk. Shore started to teach at Conestoga in the fall of 1999 and began coaching the girls’ tennis team at the start of the 2023-24 school year.
Teacher Feature: Seth Shore
April 25, 2025
Running the rat race: Personal finance and accounting teacher Bernadette D’Emilio poses in front of the Rat Race Board, an activity in her personal finance class. D’Emilio began teaching at Conestoga in 2006 after working at Sun Valley High School.
Teacher Feature: Bernadette D’Emilio
March 21, 2025
Book lover: English department head Karen Gately poses with “College Girl Missing” by Shawn Cohen, the book she is currently reading. She had aspired to be a teacher since she was young. Gately will complete her 24th year teaching at Conestoga this year.
Teacher Feature: Karen Gately
February 20, 2025
An open letter to mother tongues
An open letter to mother tongues
November 3, 2025
Permit after 18
Permit after 18
November 3, 2025
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
November 3, 2025
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
November 3, 2025
The hidden fragility of digital media
The hidden fragility of digital media
November 3, 2025
Unsigned: Our rights are in danger, don’t remain silent
Unsigned: Our rights are in danger, don’t remain silent
April 25, 2025
Unsigned: The press is part of the people, not the enemy
Unsigned: The press is part of the people, not the enemy
December 16, 2024
Unsigned: Looking behind the scenes of front page
Unsigned: Looking behind the scenes of front page
November 1, 2023
Unsigned: Court case victory is not the end
Unsigned: Court case victory is not the end
March 20, 2023
Unsigned: The future of AI in the classroom
Unsigned: The future of AI in the classroom
February 21, 2023
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
November 3, 2025
Satire: Spend more time on that darn phone!
Satire: Spend more time on that darn phone!
February 20, 2025
Satire: Why Groundhog Day rules
Satire: Why Groundhog Day rules
February 6, 2024
Satire: Why I absolutely will not be getting the COVID-19 vaccine
Satire: Why I absolutely will not be getting the COVID-19 vaccine
February 16, 2021
Satire: drinking boiling water kills the coronavirus
Satire: drinking boiling water kills the coronavirus
May 14, 2020
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
November 3, 2025
Review: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is as ‘Golden’ as everyone says
Review: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is as ‘Golden’ as everyone says
October 3, 2025
Review: ‘Thunderbolts*’ — flawed heroes, familiar story
Review: ‘Thunderbolts*’ — flawed heroes, familiar story
June 2, 2025
Review: ‘Common Side Effects’ brings healthcare corruption to light
Review: ‘Common Side Effects’ brings healthcare corruption to light
April 25, 2025
Review: Kendrick Lamar takes victory lap with ‘GNX’
Review: Kendrick Lamar takes victory lap with ‘GNX’
March 21, 2025
From the editors: Here’s to 75 years
From the editors: Here’s to 75 years
June 2, 2025
Letter from the Editors: It’s been an honor
Letter from the Editors: It’s been an honor
April 25, 2025
From the Editor: Goodbye and good luck
From the Editor: Goodbye and good luck
April 11, 2024
From the Editor: Why we removed student names from the Senior Destinations Map
From the Editor: Why we removed student names from the Senior Destinations Map
June 5, 2023
Letter from the Editors: Over and out
Letter from the Editors: Over and out
April 25, 2023
Jeff’s Gist: My (subtle) beef with the BYOD ban
Jeff’s Gist: My (subtle) beef with the BYOD ban
October 3, 2025
Jeff’s Gist: I hate men
Jeff’s Gist: I hate men
June 2, 2025
Jeff’s Gist: Censor injustice, not activists
Jeff’s Gist: Censor injustice, not activists
April 25, 2025
Jeff’s Gist: To be an introvert in loud political climates
Jeff’s Gist: To be an introvert in loud political climates
March 21, 2025
Jeff’s Gist: ICE terrorizes undocumented immigrants
Jeff’s Gist: ICE terrorizes undocumented immigrants
February 20, 2025
Better together: Sophomore Triona Tsai, junior Lola Huang, freshman Audris Tsai, junior Megan Moroz and junior Lilly Forrester-Bond pose for a photo after playing in Philadelphia Blind Hockey’s Blindess Awareness Showcase. The event took place on Oct. 3 and raised money for the organization in addition to spreading awareness for blind hockey players.
Girls ice hockey plays in blind hockey event
November 3, 2025
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
November 3, 2025
Steadfast steerer: Sophomore and coxswain William Simon shouts steering calls to his teammates, rowers junior Ethan Borst, senior Hudson Dunkle, junior Kaden Murray and senior Jack Sauder, in the men’s youth coxed quad during the 2025 Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts. The boat placed 15th overall and secured a guaranteed spot at the 2026 Head of the Charles Regatta.
Crew competes at Head of the Charles Regatta
November 3, 2025
High swings: The girls’ golf team poses with the NIttany Lion at the PIAA Golf Championship in State College, PA. They won the districts for the third time and ended the season with a record of 4-0.
Girls’ golf team wins state championship
November 3, 2025
NCAA proposes NIL regulations
NCAA proposes NIL regulations
November 3, 2025
Tee time: Lining up his shot, senior Ryan Ding prepares to tee off at roughly 200 yards from the hole at Turtle Creek Golf Course. Ding took about 130 strokes over 16 holes. With some hard work and practice, he hopes to beat his best score and complete a course in under 100 strokes, a milestone for experienced golfers.
Tryoneer Pioneer: Teeing up
November 3, 2025
Package: Tryoneer Pioneer
Package: Tryoneer Pioneer
October 4, 2025
Balanced blades: Senior Sosi Sengal (left) positions her oars to match those of senior Hudson Dunkle (right). On Sept. 14, Dunkle taught Sengal how to enter the scull and row with proper form at the Drexel University boathouse on the Schuykill River in Philadelphia.
Tryoneer Pioneer: Rowing into new waters
October 3, 2025
Breaking boards: Junior Rowan Chetty positions himself in front of junior Vaishnavi Sriadibhatla, ready to break a wooden board with a punch. Sriadibhatla taught Chetty the basics of taekwondo, a form of martial arts with Korean origins.
Tryoneer Pioneer: Kicking it up a notch
June 2, 2025
En garde: Senior Howard Kim (left) fences with junior Ritchie Zhang (right) at the Delaware Valley Fencers Club. Kim lost numerous rounds to Zhang but eventually found his rhythm, learning valuable lessons about patience and discipline along the way.
Tryoneer Pioneer: Sabre-ing the challenge
March 21, 2025
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
November 3, 2025
Sports opinion: Legalizing checking will level the ice for women
Sports opinion: Legalizing checking will level the ice for women
October 3, 2025
Sports opinion: Sports are more than just a game
Sports opinion: Sports are more than just a game
June 2, 2025
Sports opinon: Sports leagues should stop using lottery drafts
Sports opinon: Sports leagues should stop using lottery drafts
April 25, 2025
Sports Opinion: March Madness is the best sports tournament
Sports Opinion: March Madness is the best sports tournament
March 21, 2025
Football loses to Marple Newtown 49-7 on Senior Night
Football loses to Marple Newtown 49-7 on Senior Night
October 18, 2025
Boys soccer secures 3-1 win against Marple Newtown on Senior Night
Boys soccer secures 3-1 win against Marple Newtown on Senior Night
October 16, 2025
Boys soccer beats Holy Ghost Prep 2-1
Boys soccer beats Holy Ghost Prep 2-1
October 11, 2025
Girls volleyball takes tough loss to Bayard Rustin 3-0
Girls volleyball takes tough loss to Bayard Rustin 3-0
October 11, 2025
Girls volleyball falls to Springfield 3-0 on Senior Night
Girls volleyball falls to Springfield 3-0 on Senior Night
October 9, 2025
Boys basketball defeats Cheltenham 52-44 in district quarterfinals
Boys basketball defeats Cheltenham 52-44 in district quarterfinals
February 24, 2025
Boys wrestling defeats Marple Newtown 47-27
Boys wrestling defeats Marple Newtown 47-27
February 9, 2025
Girls basketball narrowly beats Haverford 36-32
Girls basketball narrowly beats Haverford 36-32
February 9, 2025
Girls ice hockey celebrates Senior Night, defeats Lower Merion
Girls ice hockey celebrates Senior Night, defeats Lower Merion
February 7, 2025
Boys basketball defeats Garnet Valley 41-33
Boys basketball defeats Garnet Valley 41-33
February 2, 2025
Triple trophy: Boys tennis wins state championship
Triple trophy: Boys tennis wins state championship
May 28, 2025
Boys' baseball dominates senior night against Upper Darby 7-1
Boys’ baseball dominates senior night against Upper Darby 7-1
May 13, 2025
Baseball falls short to Garnet Valley 9-4
Baseball falls short to Garnet Valley 9-4
May 8, 2025
Boys lacrosse falls to Marple Newtown 11-6 in final game
Boys lacrosse falls to Marple Newtown 11-6 in final game
May 6, 2025
Girls lacrosse narrowly beats Archbishop Carroll 10-9
Girls lacrosse narrowly beats Archbishop Carroll 10-9
May 3, 2025
Package: AI Music Friday
November 3, 2025
Package: Fantasy Football
November 3, 2025
Package: New Eataly opens at the King of Prussia Mall
Package: New Eataly opens at the King of Prussia Mall
November 3, 2025
Package: Tryoneer Pioneer
Package: Tryoneer Pioneer
October 4, 2025
Package: Homecoming Court
October 3, 2025
Day 12: Conestoga Wrapped
Day 12: Conestoga Wrapped
December 20, 2024
Day 11: Newlyweds game
December 19, 2024
Day 10: The Speak
Day 10: The Speak
December 18, 2024
Day 9: News Briefs
Day 9: News Briefs
December 17, 2024
Day 8: Short Story Contest
Day 8: Short Story Contest
December 16, 2024
Issue 6 Crossword 2024-2025
April 25, 2025
2025 Issue 5 Sudoku Answers
2025 Issue 5 Sudoku Answers
March 21, 2025
Day 2: News quiz
Day 2: News quiz
December 10, 2024
Day 1: Reindeer Games
Day 1: Reindeer Games
December 9, 2024
Issue 2 Crossword 2024-2025
Issue 2 Crossword 2024-2025
November 11, 2024
The Student News Site of Conestoga High School

The SPOKE
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Fresh from abroad to your home: An Eataly employee cuts cheese to sell to a customer. The new location opened at the King of Prussia mall on Oct. 2, consisting of a restaurant, marketplace and other dining options.

New Eataly opens at the King of Prussia Mall

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Administering action: The Tredyffrin Township building awaits township staff and community members. The U.S. government shutdown began on Oct. 1, with effects on local governments like the township.

US government shuts down, impacts T/E community

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Safe stops: The West Goshen Police Department distributes blue envelopes to support neurodiverse drivers during traffic stops. The program began in 2024 after Chief of Police Michael Carroll learned about the initiative at a local event.

Chester County adopts new ‘Blue Envelope’ program

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High swings: The girls’ golf team poses with the NIttany Lion at the PIAA Golf Championship in State College, PA. They won the districts for the third time and ended the season with a record of 4-0.

Girls’ golf team wins state championship

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Conestoga celebrates a spooky Halloween

Conestoga celebrates a spooky Halloween

The SPOKE – Issue 2 2025-2026
Open-air instruction: The VFMS outdoor learning space offers picnic tables for teachers to conduct lessons outside. Staff could use the space beginning this September.
News
Middle schools build outdoor learning spaces
Ashley Du and Alivia Woo • November 3, 2025
Fresh from abroad to your home: An Eataly employee cuts cheese to sell to a customer. The new location opened at the King of Prussia mall on Oct. 2, consisting of a restaurant, marketplace and other dining options.
New Eataly opens at the King of Prussia Mall
November 3, 2025
Administering action: The Tredyffrin Township building awaits township staff and community members. The U.S. government shutdown began on Oct. 1, with effects on local governments like the township.
US government shuts down, impacts T/E community
November 3, 2025
Mental mindfulness: Seniors and Hope and Beyond club leaders Venu Dhanabal (left) and Krtin Ashokkumar (right) pet Fia, a member of the Tri-State Canine Response Team, to destress. They wore pink to participate in Wellness Wednesday’s spirit day theme.
Working on wellness: Conestoga addresses mental health concerns, students respond
November 3, 2025
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T/E Life
Caught in a click: Junior Michelle Pechstein takes photos of race car events at New Jersey Motorsports Park. She accompanied her dad to these events and started a new Instagram account to post the photos.
T/E Life
Junior starts Instagram account for photography
Alynn Kang and Nishta Subramanian • November 3, 2025
Accomplished alumna: Conestoga Class of 2011 graduate Meghan Morris speaks at the Future of News event. Morris became inspired to pursue a career in journalism through her experiences on The Spoke and the resources it provided her.
T/E Life
Alumna becomes Business Insider bureau chief
Vaishnavi Sriadibhatla and Lea Ukpere • November 3, 2025
Autumn celebration: Middle Eastern North American (MENA) club member Abigail Adane (right) attends the Fall Gathering on Oct. 23. The Black Student Union hosted the event invited MENA and other clubs to join the celebration.
T/E Life
MENA club reignites student connection, cultural pride
Eden Anderson and Emily S. Wang • November 3, 2025
Engineering enthusiast: Business and technology department chair Noah Austin sits in the fabrication lab. Austin began teaching at Conestoga in 2006 and teaches engineering courses in addition to designing and implementing new ones.
T/E Life
Teacher Feature: Noah Austin
Rowan Chetty, Co-Editor-in-Chief • November 3, 2025
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Opinion
An open letter to mother tongues
Opinion
An open letter to mother tongues
Lily Chen, Co-Editor-in-Chief • November 3, 2025
Permit after 18
Permit after 18
Abby Chong and Jeffrey Heng • November 3, 2025
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
Satire: Eat as much AllNatural candy as you want!
Eshan Singh, Co-Opinion Editor • November 3, 2025
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ should be on no one’s ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Audrey Kim, Co-Opinion Editor • November 3, 2025
The hidden fragility of digital media
The hidden fragility of digital media
Saktisri Gowrishankar, Multimedia Editor • November 3, 2025
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Sports
Better together: Sophomore Triona Tsai, junior Lola Huang, freshman Audris Tsai, junior Megan Moroz and junior Lilly Forrester-Bond pose for a photo after playing in Philadelphia Blind Hockey’s Blindess Awareness Showcase. The event took place on Oct. 3 and raised money for the organization in addition to spreading awareness for blind hockey players.
Sports
Girls ice hockey plays in blind hockey event
Isabelle Emmanuel and Grace Yao • November 3, 2025
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
Sports
Sports opinion: MLB ABS system is an overdue call
Alex Carder, Staff Reporter • November 3, 2025
Steadfast steerer: Sophomore and coxswain William Simon shouts steering calls to his teammates, rowers junior Ethan Borst, senior Hudson Dunkle, junior Kaden Murray and senior Jack Sauder, in the men’s youth coxed quad during the 2025 Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts. The boat placed 15th overall and secured a guaranteed spot at the 2026 Head of the Charles Regatta.
Sports
Crew competes at Head of the Charles Regatta
Grace Hu and Elizabeth Lu • November 3, 2025
High swings: The girls’ golf team poses with the NIttany Lion at the PIAA Golf Championship in State College, PA. They won the districts for the third time and ended the season with a record of 4-0.
Sports
Girls’ golf team wins state championship
Sosi Sengal, Co-Sports Editor • November 3, 2025
NCAA proposes NIL regulations
Sports
NCAA proposes NIL regulations
Teagan Penny, William Simon, and Raymond Wu • November 3, 2025
Tee time: Lining up his shot, senior Ryan Ding prepares to tee off at roughly 200 yards from the hole at Turtle Creek Golf Course. Ding took about 130 strokes over 16 holes. With some hard work and practice, he hopes to beat his best score and complete a course in under 100 strokes, a milestone for experienced golfers.
Sports
Tryoneer Pioneer: Teeing up
Ryan Ding, Social Media Editor • November 3, 2025
Heavy hauling: Senior Biji Blagoev lifts 55 kilograms during a training session at West Chester Weightlifting. He placed 13th overall at the 2025 National Youth Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In the future, he hopes to continue weightlifting in college as a hobby.
Sports
Raising the bar: Senior elevates weightlifting game
Aria Tewary and Sophia Wu • November 3, 2025
Football loses to Marple Newtown 49-7 on Senior Night
Sports
Football loses to Marple Newtown 49-7 on Senior Night
Ashley Du and Nolan Talley • October 18, 2025
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