Rafi DiCrescenzo

Rafi DiCrescenzo, Staff Writer

Hi! My name is Rafi DiCrescenzo (she/her). I’m a freshman, and this is my first year writing for News. I love the Evanstonian because it allows me to explore my passion for journalism while connecting with the ETHS community. Outside of school, I enjoy watching movies, going on long walks, and spending time with my family and friends.

By Rafi DiCrescenzo

AP Fair brings awareness to extensive AP course offerings at ETHS

Rafi DiCrescenzo, Staff Writer • January 8, 2023

On Dec. 19, ETHS hosted its annual AP Fair. The event, which ran all day, was held in the Hub. Students were encouraged to attend during lunch or free periods, where they watched a brief presentation before...

Evanston celebrates holidays with light festival

Rafi DiCrescenzo, Staff Writer • December 7, 2022

On Dec. 3, the City of Evanston hosted the annual Holiday Light Celebration. The event, which took place from 5-7:30 p.m., included a welcome by City Clerk Stephanie Mendoza, an official tree...

Chess takes fourth against other competitive Illinois programs

Rafi DiCrescenzo, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022

On Oct. 29, ETHS’ varsity chess team placed fourth in a statewide competition between over twenty other Illinois high schools. Other winning teams include Neuqua Valley (first place), Stevenson (second...

Health-focused options shift Evanston’s food scene

Elliot Hoffner, Rafi DiCrescenzo and Maggie Huston • September 24, 2022

The past few years have brought quite a bit of change to Evanston, so it’s no surprise that its restaurants are undergoing a drastic transformation as well. More and more chain restaurants have begun...