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This Is York
The student news site of York Community High School

This Is York
The student news site of York Community High School

This Is York
Jack Castanoli

Jack Castanoli, Reporter

Jack Castanoli is a current senior and is actively involved in the Elmhurst community. This is the first year Jack is on staff for This is York. Jack is a member of Young Politicians, Model UN, NHS, and is a Freshman Mentor. Outside of the classroom, Jack can be found either liking a photo on Instagram or getting custard at Andy’s. 

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A York graduate was all smiles at the Museum of Science and Industry during the 2017 Prom.

Prom lives on despite Coronavirus fears

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
April 13, 2020
The York fan cavalry shows up in droves to support the York Dukes Cross Country teams. Nov. 9, 2019. Photo by Grace Moriarty.

We Don’t Know

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
April 6, 2020
Seniors Megan Heiss, Steve Chornij, Jack Castanoli, Rachel Perry and Abby Moriarty enjoy the Winter Dance. Feb. 22, 2020.

Avalanche of positivity and success after Snowball

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
February 27, 2020
The 2020 Iowa Caucus will be held on Monday Feb. 3. This is the first state for the 2020 Democratic primaries and caucuses.

Young Politicians predict Democratic deadlock in 2020 Iowa caucus

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
January 31, 2020

[Video] Quigley highlights impeachment at annual visit to York

Ethan Thomas, News & Opinions Editor
January 28, 2020

Dukes save 270 lives at blood drive despite lack of staff

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
January 21, 2020
The "Snowball" will be hosted on Feb. 22 following a spirit week aiming to mirror homecoming.

Student Council spurs spirit through winter dance

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
January 16, 2020
Relay for Life teams sold their merchandise during the 'Paint the Gym Purple' game between ICCP and York on Jan. 8.

Dukes Shed Their Green for Purple to Support Relay for Life

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
January 14, 2020

Dukes Honor Veterans at Annual Assembly

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
November 12, 2019
Sophomores (from left) Maeve Maietta, Maria Chornij and Seniors (from left) Grace Maietta , and Steve Chornij pose for a photo after winning the 2018 Halloween Costume contest.

Halloween Costume and Pumpkin Contest 2019

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
October 30, 2019
Student Council members pose for a photo before the distribution of hot chocolate.

Student Council ends the football season with Hot Chocolate

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
October 21, 2019
As many as 140 students and teachers came out to donate blood for the drive. Thurs., Oct 19, 2017

Sign-up for the blood drive here

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
October 21, 2019
Joey Triviani celebrates their victory.

Student Council spurs ultimate competition at Trivia night

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
October 16, 2019
Vote Here for the Movie on the Field selection

Vote Here for the Movie on the Field selection

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
October 16, 2019
Fruit of the Duke members dominate the student section at the first home game.

KOTC Groups take on School Spirit

Jack Castanoli, Anthony Lapiana, Rachel Perry, Christie Cannon, Mary Kett, Erin Quaid, and Ethan Thomas
October 2, 2019

[Video] District launches ‘Thrive’ program designed to aid student wellness and mental health

Murphy McFarlane, Multimedia Editor
September 27, 2019
Italian Club hallway decorations resembled all parts of the Italian flag.

Italian club remains reigning hallway decorations champions despite intense competition with Spanish club

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
September 24, 2019
Poké Dukes, King of the Couch winners, pridefully sit on the front lines as they watch the Homecoming game ensue. Fri., Sept. 22, 2017

Vote Here for King and Queen of the Couch, Hallway Decorating and Most Spirited Department

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
September 20, 2019

Super Mario Dukes ready to throw blue shells into the KOTC competition

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
September 13, 2019

[Video] Dukensmirtz Evil Inc. raises school spirit with school spirit-inator

Ethan Thomas and Erin Quaid
September 6, 2019
Maria Chornij, sophomore, smiles with her ice cream while talking with friends.

Student Council spurs school spirit with ice cream social

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
August 26, 2019
Seniors, Erin Quaid and Adriana Alberghine, talk while enjoying ice cream.

Student Body President, Murphy McFarlane, corrals the anxious and hungry crowd.

Student Body President, Murphy McFarlane, gives out spoons to students for their ice cream.

Student Council distributes ice cream to hungry York students.

The crowd of York students anxiously awaits the distribution of ice cream.

Freshmen, Julia Klein and Sara Klein, watch the game while enjoying ice cream.

Student Council members distribute ice cream to eager York students.

Fruit of the Duke members, Will Ahern (apple) and Jake Hansmann (grape), enjoy chocolate ice cream during the game.

York Student Council provided Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry ice cream flavors at the scrimmage on Friday, August 23.

Super Mario Dukes member, Hannah Maloy, orders her ice cream.

The Varsity Football team prepares to head to the field before the scrimmage on August 23.

Freshmen, Kadie Julian, Darby Heln, McKenna Callahan, Chloe Schiller, and Skylar Lupa, enjoyed their time at the ice cream social during the football team's scrimmage.

Super Mario Dukes member, Hannah Maloy, and Dad Dukes member, Angelica Debenedicits, have a chat over some ice cream.

Elmhurst Eagles Cheerleaders make sure to grab the free ice cream provided by Student Council

The York Varsity Football Team runs onto the field at the start of the Scrimmage.

Seniors pose for a picture before the 2017 Powder Puff game begins.

Juniors and Senior girls: Sign-up for Powder Puff here

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
August 22, 2019
Sophomores take on the Fox River

Sophomores take on the Fox River

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
November 3, 2017
Home for Spring Break? We’ve got you covered

Home for Spring Break? We’ve got you covered

Jack Castanoli, Reporter
March 24, 2017
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