The Bell
Past Issues
Spring 2023
Features
- Feature
Article & Photos: Chidinma Esielem ’23
On April 10, Mr. Sullivan and his English class held an event in the upper room of the Kent Memorial Library to commemorate the installation of Tamer Smith’s Witness Stone.
- Feature
Article: Katie Pieper ’24 • Photos: Campbell Hudkins ’25
One of Suffield’s great traditions, 50th Night marks the last 50 nights until commencement and serves as a time to reflect on and appreciate the seniors’ remaining time at Suffield.
- Feature
Article: Bridget Hausler ’23 • Stock Photography
A way to celebrate diversity within our community is to appreciate the great religious festivals in April that bring groups of various faiths together to observe their shared beliefs and values.
- Feature
Article & Photos: Noreen Flannagan ’25
On April 21-22, after the publication of midterm grades, parents were welcomed to campus for the annual Spring Parents’ Weekend. They were invited to attend classes, watch extracurriculars, and talk to advisors.
- Faculty News
- Feature
Article: Saud Shawwaf ’23 • Photo: Hillary Rockwell Cahn ’88
Dave Godin and Tom Gotwals have left their marks on Suffield. Whether it be on the field or in the classroom, Mr. Godin and Mr. Gotwals showed this community what it means to be dedicated, caring, and passionate.
In Memoriam
- Faculty News
Letter: Charlie Cahn, Head of School • Photo: Hillary Rockwell Cahn ’88
Mr. Lowe was an incredible educator and inspiration for students, alums, parents, and colleagues during his remarkable career.
Visual & Performing Arts
- Performing Arts
Article: Claire Mastella P’25 • Photos: Sydney Drinan ’25
Suffield Academy’s 2023 Spring play is approaching quickly. This year’s production is Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. The cast has been working incredibly hard to put on an amazing show for teachers, friends, and family to come watch.
- Visual Arts
Article: Milly Janevathanavitya ’25 • Imagery: Suffield Academy Artist
“A lot of the time, I am tired when I finish my day and my mind is very busy. I do art when I don’t want to think about anything. When I’m drawing, my mind just focuses on the piece and everything else turns off. It is a break for my brain.”
Sports
- Sports
Article: Campbell Hudkins ’25 • Photos: Sydney Drinan ’25
Over the 2023 spring break, the Varsity Softball team went to Orlando, Florida for their annual training trip. The team spent five days under the sun playing Loomis Chaffee, Westminster School, Brooks Academy, and Bellaire.
- Sports
Article: Chidinma Esielem ’23 • Photos: Hillary Rockwell Cahn ’88, P’18, ’22
Cold and wind are not necessarily suitable for any outdoor sporting event, but especially for track athletes, this weather-variance can drastically affect performance. The propelling of the wind can either work for you or against you.
- Sports
Article: Sarah Broad ’23 • Photos: Hillary Rockwell Cahn ’88, P’18, ’22
Going into the Spring with new coaches and new players, there was a lot of work to be done. The Suffield Academy boys’ lacrosse team started their season with a trip to Pennsylvania.
- Sports
Article: Logan Lee’ 23 • Photos: Hanseo Lim’ 24
Despite starting with four consecutive losses, the team has bounced back with an impressive 8-0 rebound against Pomfret on April 15 and a current three-game winning streak.
Editorials
- Editorial
Article: Suffield Spectator ’23 • Photo: Getty Images
For the first time ever, a former American president surrendered to law enforcement and has been placed under arrest. On April 14, 2023 Donald Trump’s public arrest in New York City made history, as well as international headlines.
The Bell 2022-2023 Staff
The Bell Leaders
Writers
Chidinma Esielem ’23
Logan Lee ’23
Saud Shawwaf ’23
Photographers
Sydney Drinan ’25
Campbell Hudkins ’25
Contributors
Writers
Sarah Broad ’23
Noreen Flanagan ’25
Bridget Hausler ’23
Campbell Hudkins ’25
Milly Janevathavitya ’25
Claire Mastella ’25
Katie Pieper ’24
Photographers
Noreen Flanagan ’25
Hanseo Lim ’24
Hillary Rockwell Cahn ’88, P’18, ’22
Faculty Advisors
Molly Gotwals P’09
Tobye Cook ’88, P’16