Dear Readers of The Green and Gray Newspaper,
Welcome to the second installment of our editor’s note, a tradition rediscovered in the Fall issue that will continue far into The Green and Gray’s future. We mentioned in our Fall edition that “journalistic integrity and frequency of publication are of the utmost importance to our publication.” Our commitment to these ideals manifests strongly in this Winter issue, as we ensure every community member’s voices are preserved online and in physical copies. We expect to close this school year with a Spring print issue, entering the 2024-25 school year into the Berkshire record.
Our Fall issue was sent to the press just after the results of the 2024 U.S. General Election were confirmed, and we are proud to have included election results for the Berkshire community to read about and understand.
The Green and Gray has been a valuable keepsake of student reactions to various world events; the winter issue touches upon a wide range of topics, from America’s future with a second Trump administration to whether or not AI reduces innovation. Additionally, we are proud to have made progress on our pledge to incorporate additional sections and columns, with our first article published in the new Foreign Languages section available for the Berkshire community to enjoy. Like in our fall issue, you will find exciting Green and Gray games made by Julia Echavarria, including Berkshire-edition wordles and connections. Finally, as voted by their peers, the winning essays of the satirical essay contest held in Mr. Miller’s AP English Language and Composition class are included in the opinion section – we assure you will get a good laugh.
As you read through this issue, we hope the diversity of opinions and perspectives strikes you. It reflects what Berkshire is at its very best — a beautiful community made strong by the similarities and differences we share and appreciate. We value your unwavering support and look forward to seeing you again soon. Stay excited, stay informed, and, most importantly, stay inquisitive.
With gratitude and enthusiasm,
Trevor Sullivan Weinstein ’25 and Claire Kim ’26, Editors-in-Chief
