Merion Muse Online 2018

Welcome to the 2018 online edition of Merion Muse.
Our staff for more than 70 students submitted well over 100 pieces this year, some that we published in the two issues and others that we posted below. Please read and enjoy. Thank you all for another successful year of Muse. 

Please note: The links below are best viewed using a Chrome browser. 

Teaching: Everyone Does it Differently

By Josephine Cini and Sophie Krivitzky
There are many teachers at this school, and each one is different in their habits, their lifestyles, and most importantly, the way they teach. Some have taught for
more than 15 years, and some have taught preschool and kindergarten. The fourth grade teachers are different but special in their own way. Read more

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PSSAs

By Cooper Fiske-Kneafsey
Do you take the PSSAs? Well did you know that not all students take them, even some students at Merion?
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Our Opinions of PSSAs

By Aliyah Alwyn and Sasha Romanski
The PSSA are a test that children will take. The first grade you start PSSAs are in 3rd grade. This test is a test all children must take, unless it is against their religion, but
you must have parent permission. The PSSAs are made by the state of PA; it is a law to take them. We know we can’t change it, but we still have our opinions on them.
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An Interview with Mrs. Whalon

By Anna Schmittdiel and Lucy Thoen
We  have had many great teachers in the past, including our third grade teacher, Mrs. Whalon. She was one of our favorites because she let us do so many projects, she let us play, talk, and most of all, she was always happy and smiling.  Read more

Top Five School Subjects at Merion

By Avery Pelletier
If you had to guess, what do you think is the most popular subject at Merion? Math? Spanish? Language Arts? Well, guess no more - I asked 30 students at Merion.
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Minecraft in School

By Sam Wu & Matthew Choi
Have you ever heard of kids playing Minecraft in school? Well, now that’s possible! Children play, “Minecraft: Education Edition” to have fun and learn at the same time! Read more

The Big Hit ​

By Noor Ahmad
Many people say that the movie Wonder is a big hit but that got me wondering: Is it really that that great of a movie? Read more
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Movie Review: Thor Ragnarok

By Leo Walls
It's an action-seeking movie with the thrills that everyone loves. The name of that movie is Thor Ragnarok.
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Disney Word Search  

By Yuqi Zheng 
Find the answers here. 

Getting to Know Mrs. Miller

By Lilian Wang and Anna Kobell
​We wanted to interview Mrs. Miller and we got the chance. Mrs. Miller is a 3rd grade teacher and has been teaching here for more than 10 years! I bet you didn’t know that Mrs. Miller’s favorite holiday is the 1st day of school. Would you like to find out why? Read more

Kids Need More Recess

An Opinion by Quinn Sullivan
We need more recess because scientists have proven that movement helps the brain. So if we had more recess, we would have more brain power from running around. Read more

An Interview with Two Former Mustangs 

By Felix Kohler and Elijah Nichols
Entering the last three months of the school year, we decided to look into the past, and get opinions of former students’ on their Merion experiences. Specifically, their favorite and least favorite parts. We decided to interview two people: One high schooler, Boris Kohler, and one middle schooler, Andrea Melendez.  Read more

Middle Schoolers Tell Us What to Expect

By Aelen Gallagher
Any of you 4th or 5th graders wondering about middle school? Any of you have burning feelings inside of nervous, and excited bubbles? Well, luckily I met with three middle schoolers that answered some questions. Read More
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Middle School

By Aniah Bethea
It is that time of year, fifth graders. Grab onto your hats because you're heading to sixth grade! Even if you’re in 4th grade, you can still enjoy this article! Today, I interviewed a lucky guest, Ariana Oduok (AO), who goes to Bala Cynwyd Middle School and is in 8th grade. Here’s what she had to say. Also I interviewed a sixth grader named Yamima Gordan (YG) who goes to Kohelut High School and Middle School. Read more

A Perfect Cup of Hot Chocolate PSSAs

By Sasha Romanski
Check out this recipe for making the perfect hot chocolate. Read more
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Sports in Philadelphia

By Shimmy Maman
We all know about the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies, and the works. Our home teams this year have been doing pretty well so far, excluding the Phillies, sadly. In this article, we will explain the stats, feats, and overall performance of the team throughout the year and since the Phillies didn’t start their season yet, we will go through last year’s stats. Read more


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Comics

By Yuqi Zheng