“High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Review

February 24, 2020February 21, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Annie Stephens and Abby Zorn Opinions Editor and Design Editor ABBY: As children of the era of High School Musical, we thought, “what would be better than someone creating a TV show all about it?” The TV show, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, was filmed in the original East High School in … Continue reading “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Review

Tips for Surviving the Winter Blues

February 21, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Abby Taylor A&E Editor Do you find yourself feeling “off” during the winter months? Are you taking naps more often, or feel down for no particular reason? You aren’t alone. 20% of all Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). According to psychiatry.org, SAD presents symptoms very similar to those of depression, but tends to … Continue reading Tips for Surviving the Winter Blues

How Should You Spend Your Valentine’s Day?

February 11, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

“The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” Review

February 7, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Annie Stephens Opinions Editor There is no rest for the wicked: the Netflix original series The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is back again! The third season is out, and it is insane. Discretion is advised. The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a remake of the classic sitcom Sabrina: The Teenage Witch. Instead of a light-hearted … Continue reading “The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” Review

Rob Rountree is “On Guard”

February 5, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Kendall Betz Staff Writer While many children play fight with swords, sophomore Rob Rountree takes that childhood game to a new level. Rob has been fencing for seven years now at Richmond Fencing Club (RFC) in Scott’s Addition. When he was younger, Rob tried other sports before fencing, but he enjoyed fencing the most. “I … Continue reading Rob Rountree is “On Guard”

One Act Recap

January 30, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Lowell Smith News Editor On January 28th, the Douglas Freeman Theatre department opened their One Act performance of “The Tragedy of Tragedies; The Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great,” to be seen by the Freeman community before their competition on the 29th. The play was written by Henry Fielding and is a satire … Continue reading One Act Recap

New Choral Director

January 24, 2020January 23, 2020 ~ The Commentator ~ Leave a comment

Maddie Sherman Special Features Editor While the Freeman family was sad to see Kristin Batson leave the music department, the school has gladly welcomed new Choral Director Aaron Todd. As a part of his new role, Mr. Todd teaches a number of classes at Freeman, including Concert Choir, Women’s Chorus, Harmony in Motion, Rebel Alliance, … Continue reading New Choral Director