Campus Life

Previous Year's Chapel Talks

November 7, 2024: Frankie Halvey '24 (Wappingers Falls, N.Y.)

Second Chances: In my chapel talk, I tell a few stories about my mistakes from when I was younger and the second chances I was given. I talk about how these second chances brought me where I am today by giving me opportunities to grow. I also talk about how perfection is impossible, and why Hill is the best place to fail because here you are supported by those who want to see you succeed.

Listen Here about November 7, 2024: Frankie Halvey '24 (Wappingers Falls, N.Y.)
January 12, 2024: Mr. Bill Yinger '95, Senior Master Teacher of Science

My talk delves into the concept of time, in particular as it pertains to my legacy as a 25-year educator. It further explores that the notion of time is linked through the generations at a place like Hill. That which I do and create is done on the backs of the teachers and coaches who came before me. Finally, the legacy that we leave as educators at a place such as Hill is a life worthy of our consideration.

Listen Here about January 12, 2024: Mr. Bill Yinger '95, Senior Master Teacher of Science
January 30, 2024: David Slavtcheff '24 (Washington Crossing, Pa.)

Depression and Mashed Potatoes: A recounting and analysis of my struggles with clinical depression and anxiety, this talk is not about me. I hope to arm listeners with the ability to support those who need it and the empathy required to do so. I explain that depression is a multifaceted illness that affects lives in a myriad of ways so it is prudent that we, as a community, are adaptive in our response to it.

Listen Here about January 30, 2024: David Slavtcheff '24 (Washington Crossing, Pa.)