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Maddie Root

Maddie Root, Editor-in-Chief

Maddie Root is a senior at John Carroll and is the editor-in-chief of The Patriot. This is her fourth year on the staff. In addition to working on the newspaper, Maddie plays soccer and runs track and field for John Carroll. When she's not playing sports or working on the newspaper, she likes to play with her three dogs: Tagg, Oakley, and Nova, read books, and watch movies with her family.

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The high school clock stops for no one

October 2, 2022

Class of 2026 begins two-year Patriot Pathways course

October 2, 2022
JCs Got Talent premieres during Patriots Week

JC’s Got Talent premieres during Patriots Week

June 5, 2022

‘The Guest List’ is an eerie mystery novel to begin your summer

June 5, 2022
Tips to be Productive this Summer

Tips to be Productive this Summer

June 5, 2022

School year concludes with finals and projects

June 5, 2022
The USWNT’s fight for equality pays off

The USWNT’s fight for equality pays off

March 24, 2022
Yan films robotics documentary for project

Yan films robotics documentary for project

March 24, 2022

NHS hosts book drive for Harford County Public Library

March 24, 2022

JC wins Best Private School in Harford County

March 24, 2022

New Brown fitness center boosts team building

February 17, 2022

‘500 Days of Summer’ is a rare and realistic romantic comedy

February 17, 2022
Rock band shines during winter performances

Rock band shines during winter performances

February 17, 2022
A Semester of Reflections

A Semester of Reflections

February 17, 2022

Gotzmann founds new club for those interested in healthcare

February 17, 2022

Prost brings a unique taste of Germany to Aberdeen

December 17, 2021
Spotify wraps up 2021

Spotify wraps up 2021

December 17, 2021
Deep diving into Madison Shaffery’s Senior Project

Deep diving into Madison Shaffery’s Senior Project

December 17, 2021

Class of 2023’s ring festivities are around the corner

December 17, 2021
Lessons of the Shoah teaches love, not hate

Lessons of the Shoah teaches love, not hate

December 17, 2021

TOP TEN Movies not to watch this fall

October 31, 2021

The College Preparatory Dance Program combines both academics and dance at John Carroll

October 31, 2021
The lost art of letter writing

The lost art of letter writing

October 31, 2021
Robinson finds new appreciation for game of soccer

Robinson finds new appreciation for game of soccer

September 30, 2021

Go on a trip back in time with a movie from the 1980s

September 30, 2021
The fall season has taken on a new meaning

The fall season has taken on a new meaning

September 30, 2021
Berger passes the baton to the next chapter of life

Berger passes the baton to the next chapter of life

May 11, 2021

‘The Social Network’ provides a look into Mark Zuckerberg & the early life of Facebook

May 11, 2021

These day trips will make this summer worthwhile

May 11, 2021
Sharing lessons from this last year

Sharing lessons from this last year

May 11, 2021
Gabe Webster speaks about mental health at Friends R Family event

Gabe Webster speaks about mental health at Friends R Family event

May 11, 2021

Community celebrates inspiring women during National Women’s Month

April 6, 2021
Column: Don’t let the cell phone fool you; pick up a book instead

Column: Don’t let the cell phone fool you; pick up a book instead

April 6, 2021
Masks have become another daily accessory at school for students, teachers, & staff

Masks have become another daily accessory at school for students, teachers, & staff

April 6, 2021

‘Batman Begins’ is the perfect choice for a family movie night

April 6, 2021
Grace Welzenbach shines on the court in second year

Grace Welzenbach shines on the court in second year

March 14, 2021

The Book Corner: Wondering What to Read Next?

March 14, 2021
Dogs are built-in best friends

Dogs are built-in best friends

March 14, 2021

10 Things I Hate About You: The Perfect Rom-Com for Your Valentine’s Day

January 24, 2021

‘Dash & Lily’ look for true love this holiday season

December 18, 2020
The New Year’s Resolution We Should All Set for 2021

The New Year’s Resolution We Should All Set for 2021

December 18, 2020

What should the holiday season look like with COVID-19 looming?

December 18, 2020

Students & teachers appreciate Asynchronous Fridays

December 17, 2020

Staff Editorial: Do Not Let COVID Fatigue Get to You! 

November 13, 2020

TOP 10: Movies to Watch in Fall

October 31, 2020
This year it’s not too early to get into the Christmas spirit

This year it’s not too early to get into the Christmas spirit

October 31, 2020
Cooking in quarantine leads to cookbook

Cooking in quarantine leads to cookbook

October 31, 2020

Exercise is an important part of your virtual school day

October 12, 2020

Apple TV’s ‘Ted Lasso’ has everything including sports, friendship, and laugh-out-loud jokes

October 12, 2020

PRO/CON: Virtual Learning: Positive or Negative?

October 12, 2020
Door Decorating through the eyes of a freshman

Door Decorating through the eyes of a freshman

December 13, 2019

Restaurant Review: One Eleven Main

September 28, 2019
Members of the freshman class wait to be called to the auditorium to receive directions before leaving for their retreat.

Class of 2023 travels to Basilica for retreat

September 28, 2019
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