Author: theraiderpress

Why we don’t talk about David Fincher’s “Fight Club”: it’s not true to the book

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By Vincent Trinh '25 Summary: “Fight Club” is the 1999 film adaptation of the novel of the same name by Chuck Palahniuk. The film follows an unnamed protagonist with insomnia who works a dull office job. That is, until, he meets Tyler Durden. Tyler is a hypermasculine devil-may-care soap salesman who radically criticizes the consumerist … Continue reading Why we don’t talk about David Fincher’s “Fight Club”: it’s not true to the book

DHS prepares for a dynamic performance of High School Musical

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Photo by Sofia Rudus ‘26: DHS actors practice their choreography. By Sara Poric '26 The much-anticipated "High School Musical" will happen on Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8. Tickets are $10, so be sure to get them when you can for a fun night out. Leads include Joseph Izquierdo ‘25 playing Troy Bolton, Vanessa … Continue reading DHS prepares for a dynamic performance of High School Musical

DMS teacher and Derby cheer coach Alexandra Drezek makes impact in classroom and gym

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Photo by Adriana Duarte '27: Alexandra Drezek’s back board showing her banner of appreciation for being DMS Teacher of the Year 2024. By Adriana Duarte '27 Alexandra Drezek is a a Derby Middle School (DMS), English teacher as well as a Derby High School (DHS) cheer coach. She is full of Derby spirit and impacts … Continue reading DMS teacher and Derby cheer coach Alexandra Drezek makes impact in classroom and gym