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Hannah Brody

Hannah Brody, Editor-in-Chief, Y’s Tales

Hannah Brody is a senior at York and editor-in-chief of Y’s Tales. This is her fourth year on staff. Brody’s main focus of this year is to make an aesthetically pleasing recount of an archival year. Outside of her work with journalism, she is the artistic director of the Student Council and a member of the lacrosse team. Next year, Brody plans to study public relations and strategic communications.

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Darya Rohava wraps herself in a Belarussian flag as she joins her boyfriend Stas Reymer in a Ukrainian flag for a protest in Chicago.

I can’t even come back because they are going to put me in the jail

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2022
Darya Rohava wraps herself in a Belarussian flag as she joins her boyfriend Stas Reymer in a Ukrainian flag for a protest in Chicago.

I can’t even come back because they are going to put me in the jail

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2022
Ukrainian citizens began fleeing to to Poland at the beginning of the conflict due to the large border they share. Many Polish citizens took these refugees in, one of which is Natalie Beltran's grandmother.

They fled their homes and now have found the smallest sense of peace in mine

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
Dennis Sosnovyy visited his family in Ukraine most recently in 2008 where they were able to capture a picture with friends, family, and neighbors.

Nobody should turn a blind eye to human suffering

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
Laura Stef-Praun, then in seventh grade, grew up in Romania during the communist rule.

It’s a tragedy out there, it’s a disaster

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
On the far left, Justin Riskus stands with the Lithuanian flag in March of 1990 at a Chicago rally to support Lithuanian's strive for independence.

Lithuanians never forgot that the U.S. supported their efforts for freedom

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
Ukrainian soldiers gather at a checkpoint in Odessa, Ukraine amidst the war with Russia.

Troops were planning to go to Odessa, my Odessa, my home

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
The western city of Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine is where she spent the first six years of her life before immigrating to the United States.

We learned about the history of Ukraine and the importance of being proud

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
Dennis Sosnovyy, one of the many Eastern European-American students at York, joined others at a protest regarding the conflict in Ukraine.

They shout “Slava Ukraini” from 5,058 miles away

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
The Dino Dukes sit on the couch after winning the King of the Couch competition. "I'm super happy about the win; all the other teams were great competition," Dino Duke member Wes Trainer said. "I was biting my nails the whole day, since the vote was really close. In the end, I'm just happy we won. Claws up for the last time!".

Varsity captain Sam Varzino speaks to students at the pep rally about the upcoming game.

Boosted School Spirit as Clubs Decorate Hallways All Around York

Boosted School Spirit as Clubs Decorate Hallways All Around York

Lucas Bare, Hannah Brody, and Finnegan Belleau
September 23, 2021

Made For You: ThisIsYork appeals to more readers by collaborating with YTV

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2021
Graduate Jenna Hughes holds her diploma as she exits the ceremony to celebrate with family and friends.

The Class of 2021 Celebrates Resilience and Togetherness at Graduation

Hannah Brody, Jackie Cimino, and Isabel Kachappilly
May 26, 2021
Members of the prom court, Jenna Hughes, Caitlin Maguire, Jeffrey Grace III, Molly Loch and Lucas Freitag waited at the entrance prior to being introduced to the rest of their peers as nominees for prom king and queen.

Unconventionally Successful: The prom event took everyone by surprise with its success and appearance

Hannah Brody and Isabel Kachappilly
May 20, 2021
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Vote for the Best Promposal

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2021
Starry Night: Why seniors should Van Gogh to this years prom

Starry Night: Why seniors should Van Gogh to this years prom

Hannah Brody and Lucas Freitag
April 22, 2021
Senior Ellie Bernard is ready to play as she is looking for a pass from her team during her sophomore year against Hinsdale Central in a sectional game, but ended in a tough loss by one in overtime. “Being a senior this year requires a lot of responsibility. Each year seniors take on a big leadership role and have a lot of input on how to run the team. My goal for this year is for it to be our team's most successful season, and I believe it’s very possible,” Bernard said.

Spring sport athletes let out a sigh of relief as their seasons finally begin

Hannah Brody and Danielle Stockwell
April 2, 2021
As a junior, Grace Maniola took the role of a captain alongside graduate Emilie Sadowicz. The two cheered at the first game of the 2019-2020 season at Schaumburg in their leis for the Hawaiian themed football game. “Even when Grace wasn’t captain, she still found ways to show leadership in practice and competitions,” junior Bree Spallone said.

The Meaning of Cheer: Grace Maniola reflects on her time as a cheerleader as she loses her final season

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2021

[Video] Serving the Community: The York Varsity Girls Lacrosse team assists York students with a pop-up food pantry

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2021
Haley Brown smiled on the sidelines of the first football game against Schaumburg during the 2019-2020 season on August 30, 2019. Now, as a senior varsity cheerleader, Brown reflected on her time as a member of the cheer program as her season remains suspended. “I found some of my closest friends through York cheer,” Brown said. “I’ll always cherish all of the memories we have together.”

Cheers to school spirit during a pandemic: Haley Brown reflects on her time as a York cheerleader as her final season is suspended

Hannah Brody, Y’s Tales Editor-in-Chief
December 10, 2020
The boys water polo team was one of the only spring sports teams able to compete in a game before all sports seasons were suspended.

No days off: Spring sport athletes continue training despite the suspension of their seasons

Hannah Brody, Graphics Editor
March 21, 2020
As part of one of her freshman year art classes, Ava Eisa drew a close up picture of an orange that was displayed in the commons during an art show.

UTM: Ava Eisa illustrates her future at York

Hannah Brody, Visuals Director
March 11, 2020
Sophomores Vanessa Bardhoshi and Tala Eisouh cheers to a great time at "Central Perk" in the "Friends" Chicago pop-up.

The one where they come to Chicago

Paige Szipszky and Hannah Brody
January 22, 2020
Junior Giana Gatti and sophomore Angelina Cervantes were two of the many donors at the blood drive on Oct. 29 that broke the record for the most donations.

Sign-up for the blood drive here

Hannah Brody, Graphics Editor
January 7, 2020
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[Photo] Staff Editorial: The ten year challenge we failed

Staff Editorial
December 21, 2019
The boys team gathers together after finishing their run in the Lake Park Sectional meet. Saturday, November 2, 2019.

York Cross Country sweeps Lake Park Sectional

Grace Moriarty and Hannah Brody
November 5, 2019
Students celebrate as the train finally clears the track after 40 minutes of waiting.

Train on the Spring Road track stops causing many students to arrive late

Hannah Brody, Graphics Editor
October 31, 2019
Latina Dreamers pose at the 2019 International Fest that is hosted in the commons during second semester.

The Importance of Culture: Latina Dreamers and Hispanos Unidos take pride in Hispanic heritage month

Hannah Brody, Graphics Editor
October 17, 2019

Lighting up Friday night

Paige Szipszky, Hannah Brody, and Murphy McFarlane
September 17, 2019
Freshman Holly Jo Gollias claps alongside the rest of her team as they support York.

Varsity football victorious after battle in overtime

Hannah Brody and Joey Leonardo
September 5, 2019
Bonnie Salvo will be leaving the York community after 30 years. The staff and students praised her amazing contributions and showed that she will be miss.

Three decades and one crown later social worker Bonnie Salvo retires

Hannah Brody, Reporter
May 27, 2019
Drama Club hallway displays "Red, White, and True," a quote from the musical "Big Fish" that Drama Club put on in 2015

Vote Here for the 2019 Homecoming Theme!

Hannah Brody, Reporter
May 20, 2019
Find the 2019-2020 executive board and class president winners below!

Election results for 2019-2020 school year

Hannah Brody, Reporter
May 17, 2019
York students join the senior citizens on the dance floor for the Boot Scootin' Boogie.

Prom is for Everyone: York student council hosts the annual senior citizen prom

Hannah Brody, Reporter
May 6, 2019
Elizabeth Greiwe won most outstanding for her cookie decorating event with her lion birthday party themed cake.

FCCLA Heads to State: Students competed in Springfield at the state competition

Hannah Brody, Reporter
April 11, 2019
A beautiful overview of Barcelona where current freshman and sophomores

Experience of a Lifetime: 60 students will travel to Europe for global leadership summit

Hannah Brody, Reporter
April 8, 2019
York swimmer does backstroke in the York swimming pool.

Taking the plunge: Why York should provide an option of testing out of the swim unit in P.E.

Hannah Brody, Reporter
March 15, 2019
York students gathered in the Commons for the Winter Dance on Feb. 22, 2019.

Dukes in the Dark: Student council hosts the first successful winter dance in more than five years

Hannah Brody, Reporter
February 25, 2019
Emma Johnson and Gabriella Purpora pose in front of their Thanksgiving inspired outfit.

More stress, less sleep: FCCLA students bring their passion to COD for regional competition

Hannah Brody, Reporter
February 13, 2019
Brianna Dicianni shoots a basket that breaks the tied score against Downers Grove North.

Special Olympics Basketball’s near-perfect season comes to an end

Paige Szipszky and Hannah Brody
January 23, 2019
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