The Official Online Newspaper of the Haverford High School

The Fordian
The Official Online Newspaper of the Haverford High School

The Fordian
The Official Online Newspaper of the Haverford High School

The Fordian
Colin McCrossan

Colin McCrossan, Editor-in-Chief

Colin McCrossan is delighted to be the Editor-in-Chief for The Fordian this year! Interested in Art History, Slam Poetry,  Farmer's Markets, the paintings of Joseph Mallord William Turner, and the preface of Alice Walker's The Color Purple, Colin is dedicated to telling the deeper narrative with a new approach on storytelling that focuses on a richness and breadth of coverage.

All content by Colin McCrossan
Haverford's Finest: snapshots from the event

Haverford’s Finest: snapshots from the event

Colin McCrossan
April 20, 2016
A picture from the Mr. Haverford Competition last year. Girls should be encouraged to participate in this event.

Make Mr. Haverford More Inclusive

Colin McCrossan, Editor-In-Chief
February 10, 2016
Sports Spotlight: Girl's Varsity Soccer

Sports Spotlight: Girl’s Varsity Soccer

Colin McCrossan, Editor-In-Chief
October 9, 2015
Sports Spotlight: Boy's Varsity Soccer

Sports Spotlight: Boy’s Varsity Soccer

Colin McCrossan, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2015
Katie Pfeiffer's life turned into an 11 day nightmare last August searching for her lost dog.

Katie, Zee Zee, and the 11 day nightmare searching for a lost dog

Colin McCrossan, Editor-in-Chief
July 17, 2015
Dave Patten: the story behind the success

Dave Patten: the story behind the success

Colin McCrossan, Editor-in-Chief
July 9, 2015
Legendary History teacher Ms. Harrison retires after remarkable career

Legendary History teacher Ms. Harrison retires after remarkable career

Jack Durfee, Colin McCrossan, and
June 17, 2015
Reilly retires after 16 years at Haverford

Reilly retires after 16 years at Haverford

Colin McCrossan, Editor-In-Chief
June 13, 2015
9th annual Heritage Festival - a recap in pictures

9th annual Heritage Festival – a recap in pictures

Colin McCrossan and Jack Durfee
June 7, 2015
Radio Station ends big year with 'Big Show'

Radio Station ends big year with ‘Big Show’

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-in-Chief and Staff Photographer
May 31, 2015
No Place for Hate Potluck Dinner turns sour in final moments

No Place for Hate Potluck Dinner turns sour in final moments

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
May 29, 2015
No Place for Hate: pictures from the potluck dinner

No Place for Hate: pictures from the potluck dinner

Colin McCrossan, Staff Photographer
May 28, 2015
Denman takes home Cappie for Haverford Drama at annual Gala

Denman takes home Cappie for Haverford Drama at annual Gala

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
May 18, 2015
Best Buddies 2015 Friendship Walk - Pictures from the Event

Best Buddies 2015 Friendship Walk – Pictures from the Event

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
May 18, 2015
Minutes later after the original bait was posted, it mysteriously disappeared. It could have been the cockroach, or one of the students eating in the radio room who got desperate enough to eat the snack, even though it was reduced fat.

Part of the humor of this post is supposed to be how low resolution the image is, so enjoy!

Bait left in the Radio Room for the original cockroach that was seen. More than merely a processed food snack, the color of the "Cheez-it" also works as a great aesthetic touch that can be used as bait.

Some of the members of the cast and crew of the Spring musical production of "Footloose" outside the High School on a beautiful Spring Havertown day.

And the nominees are…”Footloose” nominated for 10 Cappies

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2015
Rhys Evans the amazing drummer from the Pit Orchestra, and Kate Ryan the expert Sax player who was also an integral part to the ensemble.

Sophomore Jack Denman nominee for Most Creative and Supporting Actor in a Musical.

Junior Jack Durfee, here representing all of the other nominees who had not got their picture taken. Durfee was nominated for Best Minor Back Up Dancer of the Year Award. (Note: not actually a Cappie).

Sophomore Molly Thorton nominee for Best Choreography.

Senior Victoria Barbuto, nominee for Best Song, and Featured Actress in a Musical

Sophomore Jacob Kaufhold nominee for Best Lighting.

Sophomore Jack Feder nominee for Best Lighting as well.

Senior Haley Amdur nominee for Best Choreography, and Best Song

Junior Issy Swantak, Ms. Haverford 2015, was nominated for best Comic Actress in a Musical

Junior Tess Mallon was nominated for Female Vocalist, and Best Song.

JACK DENMAN

Making the letters W H H Y in front of the WHYY studios in Old City, the directors of WHHS our high school radio station exert their excitement as they wait outside the public radio and television station.

WHHS + WHYY = a radio station field trip to remember

Colin McCrossan, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2015
"Into the Amazon" AP Art show a testament to talent and a legacy that lives on

“Into the Amazon” AP Art show a testament to talent and a legacy that lives on

Colin McCrossan, AP Art Show Correspondent
April 22, 2015
All of the contestants and escorts of Mr. Haverford at the end when announcements of winners were made.

Only at Mr. Haverford: pictures from the 2015 event

Colin McCrossan, Mr. Haverford Photographer
April 20, 2015
Senior Chris Lee is the new Mr. Haverford, and you can tell by this sassy yet sophisticated look.

[Photo] Chris Lee crowned Mr. Haverford 2015 and as the new "Jesus Christ Superstar"

April 20, 2015
Senior Chris Lee is the new Mr. Haverford, and you can tell by this sassy yet sophisticated look.

[Photo] Chris Lee crowned Mr. Haverford 2015 and as the new “Jesus Christ Superstar”

Colin McCrosscone, Chris Lee Fan (Groupie)
April 20, 2015
A look at Junior Bridget Murray's artwork from the show. Murray is also apart of The Fordian which should make you want to go even more!

From library to gallery: the AP Art show gives the library a makeover

Colin McCrossan, AP Art Show Enthusiast
April 17, 2015
A preview of Senior Roxanne Datko's artwork inspired by animals and nature.

The AP Art show is the year long culmination of the AP Art class and the hard work students have put in since the summer.

A look at a stunning work of art by Senior Chris Lee. See more art of this caliber at the show.

Senior Max Bowden hangs a light for his portion of the show. Bowden's section of the show is right at the entrance of the library.

Volunteer Art student Peter Hua hangs a curtain to block out the books in the library to help viewers focus on the art and preserve the original image of the library.

A look at some of the art at the show by Junior Emma Kellor. See Emma's art in person at the show!

Senior Chris Lee and Junior Skylar Forrest move a display board into place for his section of the Into the Amazon.

Senior Shane Cummings adjusts a lighting fixture for his art display Friday afternoon.

WHHS General Manager Dylan Winoski sets up the technology for the live musical portion of the show.

The AP Art show covers all of the first floor of the library from the entrance to where you can go no further.

The AP Art show has given the Library a fabulous makeover! Check it out tomorrow night.

Head Honcho; lead explorer; artist; teacher; and native of Virginia, Ms. Colby is the new AP Art teacher and is the one in charge for this year's show, Into the Amazon.

Meet Ms. Colby: the head honcho behind the AP Art Show

Colin McCrossan, AP Art Show enthusiast
April 15, 2015
Senior Austin Yayer looks up to the ceiling of the cafeteria. What is he looking at you ask? Go to Mr. Haverford to find out.

[Photo] Mr. Haverford Exclusive: Austin Yayer...back for round two and better than ever

April 15, 2015
Gabe Klee gives the camera some love on his way to lunch. The camera is still recovering from such an interesting experience.

[Photo] Mr. Haverford Exclusive: Gabe Klee...the biggest thing since sliced bread?

April 15, 2015
Ms. McCool takes on vicious 12-year-olds and their problems in her daring fight to win Montco Idol.

Ms. McCool vs. 12-year-olds in fight to the finish with Montco Idol

Colin McCrossan, EIC IN CHIEF
April 14, 2015
If born a girl, his parents would have named him Christine. Now, they call him "Jake".

[Photo] Mr. Haverford Exclusive: Jake Dewerth-Jaffe...the next starving artist?

April 14, 2015
Senior Chris Lee hears someone off in the distance singing a note...flat. Intonation people, intonation.

[Photo] Mr. Haverford Exclusive: Chris Lee...the next Korean Dictator?

April 11, 2015
The poster and playbill of the recent spring drama production 'Footloose'.

[Photo] Outside look of 'Footloose' - A Cappies critic review of the show

March 25, 2015
The poster and playbill of the recent spring drama production 'Footloose'.

Outside look of ‘Footloose’ – A Cappies critic review of the show

Colin McCrossan
March 25, 2015
Junior Jack Durfee is one of the Mr. Haverford hopefuls this year. He has been compared to "Troy Bolton".

[Photo] Mr. Haverford Exclusive - Jack Durfee...the next Troy Bolton?

March 24, 2015
The cast and crew put on amazing performances that makes 'Footloose' one of the greatest shows to hit Haverford's stage.

[Photo] R.I.P. 'Floose' - 'Footloose' goes down as one of the greats

March 24, 2015
Broadway in Havertown? - 'Footloose' an amazing show you need to see

Broadway in Havertown? – ‘Footloose’ an amazing show you need to see

Colin McCrossan
March 21, 2015
Striking poses at the end of a musical number, the cast of 'Footloose' rehearsed really hard all this week and last week to put on a rockin' show. Go see it.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – Final photos for the final feature

Colin McCrossan
March 20, 2015
The full cast towards the end of show in rehearsal on Thursday afternoon. They 'cutloose' early Thursday after doing a full run-through.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – The Production staff that make it all possible

Colin McCrossan and Ms. McCool (Contributor)
March 20, 2015
A full shot of the cast and pit during rehearsal on Monday, March 16th after school. While everyone in the musicale know what 'Footloose' is about, a vast majority of the student body is still in the dark (a benightenment if you will) as to what it is actually about. Until now.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – What is ‘Footloose’ about anyway? Students and staff respond

Colin McCrossan
March 18, 2015
Juniors Jack Durfee and Danny Murphy practice the main dance routine during one of their breaks with fellow cast member Sophomore Gillian Watson.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – All access pass with the cast backstage

Colin McCrossan
March 17, 2015
Juniors Jack Durfee and Danny Murphy practice the main dance routine during one of their breaks with fellow cast member Sophomore Gillian Watson.

Monday after school marked the beginning of the home stretch until the show, as the full cast started the long series of run-throughs which will dominate rehearsal time from now until the curtains open.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – ‘Gnarly’ 80’s lingo to know before you go

Colin McCrossan
March 16, 2015
Assistant Director Ms. Montgomery (left), student leader Haley Amdur (center), and Director Heidi Uribe (right) lead the cast during rehearsal.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – Tech week part one recap – exclusive shots from Friday’s rehearsal

Colin McCrossan
March 15, 2015
The combined Choirs at their masterclass last Friday, March 6th, 2015

Chorus returns from Pittsburgh trip triumphant over snow

Colin McCrossan
March 15, 2015
Led by Senior EJ Canny, the pit band of 'Footloose' is a fine example of great playing and groovy tunes.

SPECIAL EDITION: Countdown to ‘Footloose’ – The Pit band and the music behind the moves

Colin McCrossan
March 12, 2015
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