Already halfway through the second semester, PDS students are trying to complete a myriad of assignments, projects, and assessments. As we approach the final months of school, students are getting used...

The Honors Pre-Calculus recently completed an individual financial literacy project to showcase their understanding of how different mathematical applications are used in the “real world.” The project...

In the fast-paced and stressful life of academia, the notion of taking a step back from the constant barrage of work might seem counterintuitive. With that notion in mind,  a period of leave granted to...

Sophomore Dean and Science Teacher Carlos Cara's PDS journey is coming to a close. After 41 years of dedication, Mr. Cara’s story at PDS starts with the maintenance team. He described this stage in his...

Upon winning the State Championship and participating in the National High School Mock Trial Competition last school year, the PDS Mock Trial team was back in full swing, beginning their journey in the...

The PDS MUN team is an esteemed point of pride for the school community. However, there is much more to MUN than its prestige, and this was evident following its most recent conference, ILMUNC. With over...

A new high-speed, intramural competition has come to our campus. It is something that is not often associated with edgy rivalries and challenging tournament play, but that is what we have witnessed as...

Colross–the quintessential PDS building, is a Georgian-style mansion located at the entrance of campus. Most know it as home to the Admissions, Advancement, and Alumni offices, or simply as the building...

Pickleball has rapidly risen in popularity recently. The sport is easy to learn and enjoyable for individuals of any skill level. Pickleball combines elements from tennis, ping pong,...

The college application process is often a significant source of stress and anxiety for high school seniors. With most deadlines falling in November and January, they must devote their...

Since the limits on food delivery to school grounds were announced last May, many students have been left without the option to order food outside of school as they usually did before the ban. This year,...

As the autumn breeze rustled through the vibrantly colored leaves, the PDS hallways buzzed with excitement as the school welcomed the fall season with its annual Halloween parade. With its own unique theme,...