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The student news site of Brookline High School

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Charlotte Dresser

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief

Charlotte Dresser is currently a senior at Brookline High School and has been on the Sagamore's staff since 2019. In her free time, she likes to play music (on a variety of instruments), cook a lot of yummy food, and travel all over the world. Charlotte can also say the alphabet backwards, and has had the Preamble to the Constitution memorized since she was little.

All content by Charlotte Dresser
The Mrs. Maisel Appraisal

The Mrs. Maisel Appraisal

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2022
Encantos stunning visual animation and enchanting soundtrack contribute to an enjoyable and uplifting movie.

“Encanto” wows with vibrant visuals and songs

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2022
Social media harms student mental health

Social media harms student mental health

Charlotte Dresser and Ava Varrell
December 4, 2021
Freshman in this years 9th grade play on stage. Almost Treasure Island follows Pirates and Villagers looking for treasure on an island.

This year’s freshman play is whimsical and humorous

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2021
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was released on Sept. 3 and is the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” strays from typical Marvel movies

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2021
“Friends: The Reunion” features wacky games that help the Friends cast reconnect with each other and viewers.

“Friends: The Reunion” evoked feelings of nostalgia in viewers

Charlotte Dresser, Editor-in-Chief
June 8, 2021
Tom and Jerry follows New Yorker, Kayla, in navigating her new job at a fancy hotel while having to deal with Tom and Jerrys antics. This movie failed to deliver the anticipated nostalgia viewers expect from the past Tom and Jerry shows.

“Tom and Jerry” failed to provide nostalgia from previous shows

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
March 24, 2021
Find out what BHS students are binge-watching! We polled 60 students, and these were the most popular responses.

What are students binge-watching?

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
March 9, 2021
Bridgerton follows the Regency-era elite of London throughout their annual marriage season. This show employs a diverse cast and more modern storylines to bring us a binge-worthy season.

The classic period drama is modernized with “Bridgerton,” which is charming and enjoyable

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
February 23, 2021
Soul follows the journey of musician Joe Gardner (Jamie Foxx) on his way to get back to his body before the biggest performance of his career.

“Soul” offers thought-provoking and heartwarming escape from a pandemic-ridden world

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
February 17, 2021
Death to 2020 is a mockumentary poking fun at the crazy events of 2020 that features many well-known actors and actresses. It gave us hit-or-miss humor and characters, but it felt too soon after 2020 to be joking about events that hurt many people.

“Death to 2020” provides moderately funny humor yet was inconsiderate in regards to the seriousness of the year

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
February 10, 2021
Looking for something to watch during break? Look no further than Charlottes list of recommendations! Happy watching :)

Need something to watch? Here’s a list of Charlotte’s favorite movies

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
December 24, 2020
Featured artist: Jenny Gerber

Featured artist: Jenny Gerber

Charlotte Dresser, Arts Editor
December 6, 2020
By Sophomore Sasha Efremova

Art provides escape for students amidst quarantine

Charlotte Foote, Charlotte Dresser, Anastasiya Semyannikova, Phoebe Kallaher, and Valentia Burlak
August 18, 2020
Staying productive can be difficult given the many distractions that accompany staying home.

Tips to avoid distraction and stay productive

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
April 25, 2020
Disneys newest animated film, Onward, tells the story of two brothers on an epic journey to speak with their late father one last time. Over the course of their adventure, the brothers learn important life lessons on self confidence and what it means to find yourself.

Disney’s “Onward” reminds viewers to be confident in themselves

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
April 25, 2020
Ani Grieco ballroom dances with her coach and dance partner Nazar Batih. Dancing has allowed her to explore a new side of herself and become more self-confident

Grieco expresses herself through competitive ballroom dancing

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Senior Simon Grossman (center) performs during the Needs Improvment show on Jan. 10 in the Roberts-Dubbs Auditorium. The performers incorporated light-hearted humor throughout the interactive games and activities.

Review: Needs Improvment

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
January 12, 2020
Dan Nudel

Dan Nudel

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
January 9, 2020
Pictured above is the Anti-Defamation League youth congress. The ADL is the oldest anti-bias organization in the country. The Warriors for Change completed two training sessions with them.

Warriors for Change unites students against prejudice

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
January 5, 2020
Substitute teacher Robert Levine has worked at the high school since 2005 after previously working in real estate. Levine said his advice to students would be to make friends with both kids and adults.

Levine spreads cheer throughout school

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
December 1, 2019

Native American Heritage Month: Wilma Mankiller

Charlotte Dresser, Staff Writer
November 26, 2019
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