Fitness room gets an elliptical trainer

by Lekhya Sathi

In November, Andover High School donated its old elliptical machine to Wood Hill after getting a new one. Right now it’s placed in the fitness room of the gym. According to Physical Education teacher Mrs. Rogers, it’s a really good piece of equipment for cardiovascular strengthening, and a great addition to use for the fitness unit. 

Many people are really excited to have the new equipment to work on, and even Mrs. Casey and some of the other teachers have been coming to work out on it.

Teacher Feature: Ms. Desjardins

By: Gazette staff

Q: How long have you worked here?
A: I've been here for 7 years, since 2007.

Q: What do you teach?
A: Sixth grade English and Social Studies.

Q: Do you have any pets?
A: Yes, a cat.

Q: Why did you become a teacher?
A: I had a really great eighth grade teacher, who inspired me.

Q: What was you favorite subject when you were in school?
A: English.

Q: If you weren't a teacher, what would you do?
A: Publish children's books.


Q: What's your favorite movie?
A: Braveheart (It's rated R, guys!).

Q: What's your favorite book?
A: A Separate Peace by John Knowles.

Q: What's your favorite TV show?
A: Once Upon a Time.

Q: What's your favorite food?
A: Indian food.

Q: What's your favorite tool?
A: A screwdriver.

Q: What's your favorite holiday?
A: Christmas!

Q: Do you like pie?
A: Yes.

Q: If you could be any animal, what would you be?
A: A giraffe.

Q: Do you believe in unicorns?
A: No.

Q: Microsoft or Apple?
A: Apple.