The official student news site of The Benjamin Middle School in North Palm Beach, FL

The Neersyde
The official student news site of The Benjamin Middle School in North Palm Beach, FL

The Neersyde
The official student news site of The Benjamin Middle School in North Palm Beach, FL

The Neersyde
Rissy Dalton

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor

Dalton became one of two inaugural editors for The Neersyde this year, earning that distinction through her hard work and talented writing. Possessing an effervescent personality and always excited to try new things, Dalton spearheads The Neersyde’s “Throwback Thursday” contests and created the site’s Instagram page. In addition, she has proven herself to be a capable and reliable writer and photographer over the past two years.

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Mrs. Denise Ponchock is flanked by Head of School Mr. Robert Goldberg (left) and Head of Middle School Mr. Charles Hagy (right) during the Education Awards Breakfast on May 11, 2016.

Mrs. Ponchock Nabs Teacher of the Year Honors

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
May 18, 2016
the Baker (Ben Myers, second from right), and the Baker's Wife (Olivia Cornett) try to bribe Jack (Matt Myers) to sell his cow, Milky White (Vinny Amato).

“Into the Woods” Shines on Stage

and Rissy Dalton
March 10, 2016
Madeline Caruso's love for animals helped inspire her to create her Seniors for Seniors idea.

Seventh Grader’s Philanthropic Vision Vies for Top Prize

Carter Stewart and Rissy Dalton
February 26, 2016
Who do you think this little cutie is?

#TBT #6

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
February 11, 2016
Eighth grader Christian Cassanelli runs alongside one of the elementary school participants during the 100-yard dash.

Record Number of Participants Turn Out for Friendship Games

Rissy Dalton and Caroline Moody
February 5, 2016
Who do you think this little guy is?

#TBT #5

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
January 21, 2016
This is good advice for any student.

My Mid-Term Diary

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
December 15, 2015
Who do you think this little cutie is?

#TBT 4

Rissy Dalton, Co- Editor
December 3, 2015
Mrs. Hansen and 8th graders Chrlotte Faxon and Emma Johnson pose for a photo.

Halloween!

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
November 12, 2015
Who do you think this little smartie is? Comment your answers below!

#TBT #3

Rissy Dalton, Co-Editor
November 12, 2015
Mr Shirley (back row, second from right) now works to find qualified Chinese student candidates to attend TBS. This photo from the summer of 2013 was taken during a TBS summer-study trip near the Great Wall of China.

Searching for Mr. Shirley

Rissy Dalton and Hudson Hale
November 2, 2015
Middle school students are in for a treat on Friday as Mr. Hagy and the faculty have agreed to let students show off their best Halloween attire.

Costume Party

Rissy Dalton and Caroline Moody
October 29, 2015
Who do you think the little towhead is on the right? Be sure to put your answer and name in the comment section below.

#TBT #2

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
October 15, 2015
Eighth graders Ryan O'Neill (left) and Rigby Peckham empty their class recycling bins into the larger bins outside the Buc Café.

[Photo] Revamping Recycling

Skyler Zur, Staff Writer
October 8, 2015
Seventh graders Crystal Pauldo and Jordan Wheaton show off their orange school spirit shirts during break on Wednesday, October 7.

Middle School Gets Into the Spirit

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
October 7, 2015
Seventh grader Ugnius Numavicius signs the honor code book, pledging to act honorably throughout the year.

[Photo] More Than Just Honesty

Preston Pfleegor, Staff Writer
September 16, 2015
Who do you think this little cutie is?

#TBT #1

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
September 21, 2015
Sixth-grade science teacher Mrs. Mandy Sukhu explains the purpose of advisory to parents.

Back-To-School Night Puts Parents Back in the Classroom

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
September 10, 2015
Tommy McCloskey (left) and Christian Baldari help prepare a salad last year at Quantum House as part of Mr. Bayless and Mrs. Rudner's seventh grade advisories. The students prepared a meal to feed families whose children were being treated at local hospitals.

[Photo] Community Service: The Earlier the Better!

Preston Pfleegor and Skyler Zur
September 16, 2015
Eighth grader Chloe Jezerinac reads her poem, "9/11 Cries," to the Middle School on Kennerly Field, September 11, 2015.

[Photo] Middle School Commemorates Patriot Day

Caroline Moody
September 14, 2015
Seventh grader Lauren Papa answers a question posed by one of the ADL trainers while classmates Kate Lower (left) and Olivia Cornett look on.

Halting Hate – One Student at a Time

Rissy Dalton and Alexandra Denholtz and Hannah Perez
September 11, 2015
Eighth grader Louisa Weed addresses the students in the BPAC on the morning of Aug. 31, 2015.

[Photo] Louisa Weed Elected Student Council Vice-President

August 31, 2015
Eighth grader Ryan O'Neill makes his case for the office of student council secretary during his speech to the Middle School on August 31, 2015.

[Photo] Student Council Elections Bring Presidential Race into Sharp Relief

Coby Leibowitz, Jakob Mendelsohn, and Preston Pfleegor
August 31, 2015
Seventh grader Xander Kline films a portion of his project in front of Mr. Crisafi's green screen during the last TV Broadcasting Club meeting on May 8.

Club Days Need More Days

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
May 14, 2015
Bethany Hamilton speaks to the fifth graders and middle school students in the BPAC on Wednesday.

[Photo] “Soul Surfer” Visits Benjamin

Robert Rubin, Staff Writer
April 17, 2015
Michael Hingson, with his dog, Africa, speaks to the students about how he gets around, admitting that he relies more on his guide dog than his cane.

[Photo] 9/11 Survivor Visits TBS

Bella Cavallo, Staff Writer
December 2, 2014
The chorus students sing one of their numbers during the wheel performance on October 15.

Sixth Graders Focus on African Culture for Wheel Performance

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
November 7, 2014
Dr. James' room is ready for the rain on October 14 after the tiling was placed.

[Photo] In Style with Tile

Ben Lubarsky, Staff Writer
October 29, 2014
The quad's benches were several inches underwater during the deluge.

Figuring Out the Flood Solution

Rissy Dalton, Staff Writer
September 5, 2014
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