The Wick

The Wick is Agnes Irwin’s monthly newspaper that is written, formatted, and edited by the students. The publication’s staff are able to experiment with a unique style of writing while exploring a wide range of issues, interests, and perspectives. The Wick features new topics each month including various opinions, political debates, discussion-prompting survey questions, and current event pieces. The publication prides itself in its ability to connect the Agnes Irwin Upper School; it enables students to freely explore and express their passions and encourage fellow peers to share their own opinions.

The Wick seeks to represent the voice of Agnes Irwin’s student body. If you have a topic you would like us to cover, please copy and paste this link into your browser and fill out this form: https://forms.gle/sHHWxxoB63SWmzWE8

Fueling the Fire

Mia Karalis • January 9, 2025

This festive month of December brings the season's greetings of blazing hot flames that have spread across North America. First sparked on November 8th, these wildfires have remained approximately 90%...

Make Way for Moana 2

Helen He and Ariya Kuda • January 9, 2025

Moana 2 is making waves as a satisfactory continuation of its prequel. However, many elements of the first movie greatly overshadow the second movie. While Moana 2’s soundtrack has many...

Do We Ignore Holidays Altogether?

Masie McMahon • January 9, 2025

Children fear monsters under their beds and adults fear getting older. But schools? Schools fear angry parents. Thanks to a cultural attitude shift in recent years, people have...

The Wait is Over: Debriefing the Holiday Starbucks Drinks

Sydney Wellen and Julia South • January 9, 2025

The long-awaited Starbucks holiday drinks finally arrived! After the fall Starbucks menu and the immensely popular iced pumpkin chai, people forward to new drinks, and holiday menus offer that and more....

Defying Gravity in the Digital Generation

Grace Meyerle • January 9, 2025

*Spoiler Alert*

Gladiator 2 Review: Why Yes, I Am Entertained

Amelia Amirault • January 9, 2025

When they announced that a second Gladiator movie was in the works, I was equally excited and annoyed. On one hand, a new Gladiator movie! On the other hand, yet another remake/sequel/live-action-version-of-an-animated-movie...

An Addams Family Review

Sophie Walkenhorst, Writer • January 9, 2025

On November 21st, Agnes Irwin premiered their own rendition of “The Addams Family”, captivating the audience with their ghoulish set design, choreography, and remarkable talent. Despite the long hours...

AIS/EA Day: Chances of Winning

Grace Longstreth, Writer • December 5, 2024

Gold and blue, the pep rally, the cheers, and most importantly, the sports. AIS/ EA day has been an annual tradition where both schools compete in various fall-season sports: cross country, field hockey,...

Too Young For Brandy?

Maggie Keidel, Writer • December 2, 2024

The hottest chain of our generation, brimming with excitement and people rushing through the doors: Brandy Melville, opening in Suburban Square and bringing together a wide range of ages and people to...

The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2024: The New Era of Modeling

Allison Bernert, Writer • December 2, 2024

Victoria's Secret fashion shows are known for voluminous hair, larger-than-life wings, and killer soundtracks. This year, the company returned to the fashion world by reinstating the iconic fashion shows...

Donald J. Trump Wins Election

Amelia Amirault • December 2, 2024

While shocking, but not entirely unpredictable, Donald J. Trump and J.D. Vance won the United States presidential election. In addition to winning the popular vote, a feat that has not been achieved by...

Captains’ Corners with Lindsay Reidenbach

December 2, 2024

This varsity athlete, captain, and marathoner has been a staple on the Agnes Irwin Soccer team. Lindsay Reidenbach is an amazing teammate, goalie, and a friendly face to see around the school. Following...