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MHS Studio Magazine – Christmas Show 2025
It’s our Christmas episode! We have several, special segments, including a fashion show with cozy Christmas pj’s. Also, “MHS Behind the Curtain.” We have an in-depth interview with
Father Hurley, talking about how to get into the real spirit of the season. In our “RedHawk Roundtable,” upperclassmen share some great advice for freshmen facing their first finals.
In the “MHS Sports Corner,” Marist basketball and the Bears are making us smile… And, how to decorate a gingerbread house in our “MHS Tip of the Day.”
(Season 3, Episode 3)
December 4, 2025
The judges panel critique gingerbread houses
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About the Contributors
Erin Trapani, Advanced Broadcaster/Journalist
I am currently a senior here at Marist High School. I’m excited to be contributing for a fourth year to MHS Media and MHS Studio Magazine! I have been an officer of our Broadcasting Club for two years, and now serve as president of our club! I have been MMEA nominated, and I have been awarded Best Host ‘24, ‘25, and ‘26, Best Newscast ‘25, ‘26, and Best Horror Film ‘26. I am an aspiring broadcast journalist and plan to pursue this major in college with a minor in political science. Along with learning from our Emmy award-winning journalist, Ms. Carlson here at Marist, I have also attended “J Days” camp at DePaul University twice, learning from Chicago-based professionals like Carol Marin, Ben Bradley, Lisa Parker and Chuck Goudie. In my free time, I enjoy participating in the Marist Theatre Guild, vocal performance, and spending time with my friends.
Molly Haynes, Advanced Broadcaster
I am a senior now at Marist in Advanced Broadcasting after taking Broadcasting 1 and an officer in the Broadcasting Club. At the MHS Media Awards, I was awarded Best Music Video and Best Host. I am a state qualifier on the tennis team and do track and many other clubs here as well. In my free time I enjoy reading, doing puzzles, and riding my bike to the lake. I am also a big fan of Chicago sports, especially the White Sox and the Bears. In the coming years I plan on majoring in elementary education or physical education.
Patrick Ready, Advanced Broadcasting Lab
I am currently a senior at Marist. I have been involved with Marist broadcasting for 3 years, taking Broadcasting 1 and 2, as well as the Advanced Lab course. Last year, I also worked as one of the analysts in the sports segment of our MHS Studio Magazine show. Besides broadcasting, here at Marist I play on the Varsity Golf team, and am in the Investment Club. Outside of school, I like to play golf, watch sports, and hangout with friends. After Marist, I plan on attending either UW Madison or Indiana University majoring in business.
Gianna Bonafilia, Broadcasting 2
I am a senior year at Marist High School. I have taken Broadcasting 1 and now I’m in Broadcasting 2 and Journalism 1. I am also involved in clubs and sports here at Marist, including cross country and track. Out of school, I enjoy hanging out with friends and traveling. After high school, I plan to go to college and continue to study journalism.
Phillip Bartolini, Broadcasting 2
I’m a junior at Marist and have been involved in Broadcasting for a few years in the class and club. Freshman year I took Broadcasting 1 and now junior year I am taking Broadcasting 2. I also contribute regularly to MHS Studio Magazine with the sports segment through Broadcasting Club. Some of the things I enjoy doing outside of school are golfing, watching baseball, and hanging out with friends. I am very interested in studying business in college, but I have not decided where to attend yet.
Jack Kwilose, Advanced Broadcaster
I am a senior at Marist and this is my third year taking the broadcasting class and I have been a member of the club since my freshman year. I previously served as Broadcast Club President and as an officer. I am also involved in 1 Book 1 Marist, Model UN, Art Club, Marist Youth, National Honors Society, and crew for the school musicals. In my free time I like to go out with my friends, bake, garden, and go to the beach. In the future I hope to be either a high school history teacher or a lawyer.
Vinny Quiroz, Broadcasting 2
I am a junior in my second year of broadcasting and fourth year in the media program, including two years of journalism. Outside of school, I play and enjoy watching baseball. My favorite teams are the Bears and Cubs. I am unsure what my plans are after Marist but plan to go to college.
Kevin Curley, Managing Editor
I am a senior in my third year of journalism at Marist. I serve as a Student Ambassador Officer, NHS Board Member, Broadcasting Club Officer, and am involved with Marist Youth. I also perform with the Marist Theatre Guild and in Mother McAuley High School’s theatre program. Additionally, I am the Managing Editor for MHS Media and couldn’t be more thrilled! Outside of school, I love seeing shows downtown, traveling to my lake house, and taking long naps. After graduation, I hope to pursue a career in journalism or marketing.