MEET THE TEAM
Mimi L
Co-Editor In Chief
Hi! My name is Mimi, and I am an IB Senior at Country Day and the co-Editor-in-Chief for the Hook. I am a Chai Latte lover, avid reader, and a world champion napper. Having gone to Country Day since what feels like forever, I understand that it's easy to become complacent in this community. Being a part of The Hook Squad has helped me to step out of my comfort zone and encourage others to use their unique voices. If you don't think you have something to write about - you're wrong. I hope these articles provide a window into our Country Day community and that you get Hooked!
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Foster H
Web Editor
Hey, I’m Foster, a Junior and Country Day lifer. I am the Web Editor for The Hook, and I work with my fellow editors to create each edition of The Hook by building The Hook’s website. I believe that The Hook plays a vital role here at Country Day by serving as a voice for inspired students to demonstrate their knowledge and inform the Country Day community. I’m a political enthusiast, an award winning MUN member, and a photographer. In my free time, I love to surf, trail run, and play soccer. You can view some of my photography under the Photos page.
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Emma P
Multimedia Editor
Hey!! I'm Emma, I'm currently a senior and the multi-media editor for the Hook. I love travelling, walking around art museums and am not ashamed to say that I thoroughly enjoy scouting out new cafes around Charlotte (my favorite is Trade and Lore in Noda) where you can be sure I'll be drinking an almond milk vanilla latte. When I interviewed to be a part of the Hook my sophomore year, I had no idea how much it would have grown by this time. I'm so proud to be a part of this platform at Country Day and I highly recommend following the Instagram account that Ellie and I run!! Don’t be scared to DM us your pictures at any time either!! I hope you enjoy :))
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Charlotte V
Managing Editor
Hey world! My name is Charlotte and I'm a Junior. I don’t know how you can get to know me in this blurb, so I'm just going to go with Forrest Gump and tell you about my shoes. I have three pairs of crocs and about five pairs of sequin-covered shoes--- the pink Heelys are my favorites. Hopefully that helps and I'll also tell you that I'm an ex-vegetarian. After four years of suffering, I ate a chicken nugget last summer and my world has changed immensely. I average about two cheeseburgers a week if I'm going to be honest… The Hook to me is an open space for everyone to feel safe sharing their own views. I encourage everyone to submit!!!!
Ellie D
Multimedia Editor
Hey guys, I’m Ellie and I'm a sophomore! This year, I’ll be helping Emma who is the multi-media manager, which focuses on the photographic side of The Hook. We also run The Hook Instagram, so make sure to follow us :) To let you know a little about who I am, I’m a strong believer in reading books more than once, and I always read a page in the middle of the book before I buy it. Books btw, are always 100% better than the movie, I promise. The Hook is not only for writing, but also for photography, media arts, and allows you to explore the unique voices of our student body. For those of you who may be hesitant in submitting your work, The Hook is here to be your creative outlet, and know that your work is valued by not just The Hook Team, but the student body. We hope you love The Hook as much as we do… enjoy!
Rachel G
Co-Editor In Chief
Hey guys! Its Rachel. I would love to be friends with you all, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am 18, a cheerleader, a dancer, a huge extrovert and addicted to coffee. I am the Co-Editor-in-Chief with my lovely partner-in-crime, Mimi, and we are so excited to share The Hook with you all this year. Being scared to submit to The Hook when I was a freshman, I am here to tell you that is not nearly as scary as it seems. The Hook is a place where I can freely voice my opinion and just brain dump whatever is on my mind. We always wanna hear what you have to say, and its not just for "senior girls" or "book lovers"…. Its for anyone and everyone. We hope you enjoy & happy writing!!
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Lucy E
Managing Editor
Hey! My name is Lucy, and I'm an IB Senior and a Managing Editor for The Hook. I am a devastatingly picky eater and can most likely be found in the pool. I've always loved both telling and collecting stories, and The Hook is a place where I get to do both! Here, I can share my voice and what I'm passionate about while also learning about what people on campus want to share. Our goal is to create an atmosphere where opinions and ideas flow freely and the entire CCDS community can feel included. Hopefully along the way you'll be inspired to think about something in a way you hadn't before checking out The Hook. Enjoy!
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Riley O
Managing Editor
Hey! I'm Riley, and I'm an IB junior, cheerleader, and a managing editor here at The Hook! I can usually be found ruining a perfectly good cup of coffee with an extreme amount of cream and sugar. I'm a firm believer that there's nothing the right song can't fix, and I'm always open to new music suggestions! I'm passionate about travel, and I plan to see as much of the world as I possibly can. As someone who has an opinion on everything ranging from politics to conspiracy theories (I could talk for hours), I love that The Hook is a place where you're encouraged to share your views on anything and everything. I encourage everyone to submit to The Hook and let your voice be heard!
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McAuley M
Copy Editor
Hey I'm McAuley! I'm an IB Junior and one of the copy editors for The Hook. I enjoy chilled Dasani and weekly horoscopes, and the key to my heart is chocolate almond milk. I love to travel, people watch, and write about anything and everything. I encourage everyone to write for the hook at some point during high school to step out or your comfort zone and share your ideas!!!
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Lilah P
Copy Editor
Hey Pals! I'm Lilah and I am proudly serving as Copy Editor for The Hook. I'm a shameless Raisin Bran eater, Broadway Junkie, Zumba lover, Jack Johnson groupie, and shmoozer (I can and will talk your ear off- be warned). I'm not even going to pretend I don't love Membean, and if you do too The Hook is a great place to drop some of those new fancy vocab words. The Hook gives the perfect opportunity to zoom out of your friend group or even grade, and connect to the larger Country Day community. It’s a great platform to hear about the opinions and experiences of someone you don't usually talk to, or to laugh at a dumb satire so bazaar you’re not sure you are laughing for the right reasons. So read, or write, or just laugh, but no matter what - you will undeniably and unapologetically get hooked:)!
Jacob B
Associate Editor
Hi! I'm Jacob and I'm a senior. I have been writing for the Hook since my freshman year, and I love being a part of the team as the associate editor. You can find me in the back of the pack on a Cross-country run, printing pictures in the darkroom, leading a DAF, or talking about how amazing IB is. I love to travel and I am on a never ending search for the perfect bowl of Ramen. To me, The Hook is not only a place where I can share my insight about things I notice around campus but also a place where I can learn about how other people think. I encourage you to read everything that The Hook has to offer and to think about how you can contribute to future editions!