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The Student Newspaper of Dallastown Area High School in Dallastown, PA, since 1929.
The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

Matt Zimmerman, Pamela Hains and Joe Klindinst (Left to Right) were beloved teachers who left their mark on Dallastown. Their impact on both students and staff will be cherished and their legacies will live on forever.

Their Impact Lives On

Chesley Ellis, Reporter May 22, 2025

A teacher's impact lives in ways that often extend far beyond the classroom. As the 2024-25 school year comes to a close, we remember three wonderful teachers who we lost too soon. Joseph Klinedinst, Pamela...

The Glitz & Glamour of Prom 2025

Jade Bradenbaugh, Reporter May 22, 2025

We wake up early with excitement in our eyes.  Today’s the day: Prom.  Since the beginning of time, it has been the moment students dream of when they first enter high school or the day they...

Mr Hare is seen jumping in front of the Eiffel tower in Paris with his colleagues. This trip was a part of the French trip with the school.  Photo submitted by Mrs Pomeraning

Bonne Chance Et Au Revoir Mr Hare!

Jane Shearer, Reporter May 21, 2025

Eyes beginning to water, Mr. Aaron Hare, A french teacher at Dallastown Area High school tells his students that he will be saying goodbye to them on April 17. Hare is making his way to Yorktown, Virginia....

Dallastown Area High School hosted its annual spring Art Show on May 9, 2025, in the high school lobby from 5-7. Various types of works were displayed, such as Ceramics (as depicted in the image), Graphic Design, Painting I and II, Drawing I and II, Creating with Fibers, Art Fundamentals, Sculpture, and many more.

Annual Art Adventure

Hailey Lau, Reporter May 21, 2025

A brush of color, yarn woven for display. A stroke of charcoal, a bit of clay. Add a touch of time, an easel for emotion, and a stroke of the soul. Art aids easing the mental toll. Whether looking or making,...

Poster from Ryan Coogler's new movie "Sinners" earning over $300 million  
photo by Proximity Media

Sinners: Ryan Coogler’s Masterpiece

Saniyah Grant, Reporter May 16, 2025

*This review contains small spoilers. Have you heard of the movies "Creed" or "Black Panther"? Director Ryan Coogler is known for his trailblazing work that blends personal narratives that also fit...

This graphic illustrates how modern students are facing lots of academic pressure, which can be detrimental to mental health. Schools should prioritize healthier systems when considering things like homework.

Success Over Stress

Carly Pope, Reporter May 16, 2025

Eight hours a day. Five days a week. Students are asked to put education first.  However, at the end of the day, there's more.  Studying for tests, doing homework, playing sports; it never ends. We...

What Music Artist Are You?

What Music Artist Are You?

McKenna Diaz, Reporter May 16, 2025

This flyer for the program was advertised to the Dallastown community to showcase Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provided by Honors Accounting II.
Photo by Dallastown Business Department.

Honors Accounting II Gives Back Through Tax Assistance Program

Tyrell Etheredge, Reporter May 14, 2025

Mr. Robinson’s Honors Accounting II class isn’t one of those high school courses that puts students to sleep. In fact, it’s waking up the Dallastown community. For the past two years, students...

"A Minecraft Movie" promotion poster mentioning the movies actors and release date
Courtesy of Warner Bros.

A Game Changing Flop

Colin Brown, Reporter May 12, 2025

A massive crowd of all ages rushes into the theaters, clutching tickets in their hands and walking down through the butter-scented halls. They grab popcorn, drinks, and candy and run to their seats, eagerly...

A temporary kindergarten classroom at Leaders Heights

From Old to Bold

Ethan Zorbaugh, Reporter May 9, 2025

Students moved into the new building on April 7. The new building has permanent classrooms for 2nd and 3rd graders, while kindergarten and 1st graders will temporarily move to temporary classrooms. 2nd...

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