The Communicator Takes Boston

Morgan McClease and Lucia Page Sander • November 13, 2023

For four days, 21 members of the Communicator and Midnight Sun staffs bonded in Boston. Attending conference sessions surrounding design, climate reporting, staff development and much more, students learned from journalists, photographers and advisors across the country.

“I loved my time in Boston,” Social Media Editor-in-Chief Clara Freeth said. “I got to know everyone in a way that you don’t really get to inside a classroom.”

Beyond participating in conference events, staff members walked the Freedom Trail, watched the Rocky Horror Show, swam in the hotel pool, attempted to catch up on homework and just talked about life beyond school. The publications will embark on another trip in spring, this time to New York City.

“This trip was so fun that it made me feel like I can’t miss the New York trip,” Freeth said. “I’m excited for the future of the Communicator.”

About the Contributors

Morgan McClease, Social Media Editor-in-Chief

Morgan McClease is a senior and is entering her 4th year on staff and 2nd year as a social media EIC. In her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, and watching really bad 2000s TV shows and movies. When not at school you can find her at the dance studio or working at Sweetwaters making all kinds of drinks, her personal favorite is an apple cinnamon oat milk latte. She is very excited for her final year on staff and can't wait to see what is in store for The Communicator!

Lucia Page Sander, Print Editor-in-Chief

This is Lucia's sixth semester on staff, third as an Editor-in-Chief, and first as a Print Editor-in-Chief. When she's not playing soccer for the Michigan Jaguars, competing for Lily Weightlifting, or enjoying her many responsibilities at CHS, you can find her in the Huron River, on the phone with last year's Communicator EICs, or jumping on her mini trampoline. Lucia loves surfing, watermelon, all things agriculture, and is in the process of learning how to predict the weather using clouds and enjoy long-distance running. She is anticipating a spectacular final year at Community and the helm of The Communicator.