THE PULSE | JUNE 2024 ISSUE
I never thought the day would come when I have to say goodbye to seven years of Harvey all so soon, and I never quite knew what it would feel like until now. A day doesn’t go by where I am not overwhelmed with appreciation. I come from a family of storytellers. Writing has left an indelible mark on me, not just in strengthening my convictions, but also in opposing the status quo. Objective truth in journalism is hard to seek, hard to find, and, above all, hard to understand. During a morning meeting, Mr. Knauer quoted André Gide, saying, “Trust those who seek the truth but doubt those who say they have found it.”
A LETTER
FROM THE EDITOR I could not imagine a better leader to this school than Mr. Knauer, and I am particularly indebted to him for guarding me from the security cones I’ve tripped over when I arrive at school. Ms. Morris knows how to make me smile quicker than most; I will miss her very much when I’m gone.
I owe the most to Manu and Daisy Khanna, for making me not just the writer I am, but the person I am today; I am blessed every day to be the daughter of an extraordinarily intelligent and deeply loving family.
Truth-seeking deeply matters to me, and I am lucky that for the last seven years I’ve been gifted with avenues to share my truth. The Pulse would not have been the same without the generosity of Ms. Holmes whose unflagging editorial efforts to publish issue after issue does not go unnoticed. Mr. DelCampo, the unsung hero of The Pulse, does not let a comma fall out of place. I’m lucky to have the expertise of Sports Editor Dylan Gueli, especially when I think the abbreviation “MJ” means Michael Jackson. Ms. Mahony gifted me with the challenge of AP English Literature, graciously granting me skills that I could not be the editor without.
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I owe gratitude to Olivia Barsky for never failing to be a bright light on the newspaper staff every single day, and patiently explaining to me that a majority of my vocabulary is made up. Not one issue would leave the staff without the help of Ms. Forte, and I will always look back on her unwavering warmth with gratitude. I am so thankful to Ms. Visintainer, who has enriched my life in ways beyond what I ever imagined and for being the epitome of kindness to me for many years.
Annissa Khanna Maryknoll Sisters Westchester County, New York 31 May 2024
Mr. Wahlers saved The Pulse when I cut half of a student’s article in the November issue, and, speaking of, Logan Kreisberg is not just an exceptional writer, but a true friend. I’m proud to pass the torch to him for the last issue of the year.
SPECIAL THANKS
I will be sharing the headlines of the legal world in the next part of my life at New York University. I will always regard The Pulse with great affection and eagerly anticipate its future articles and, as always, brilliant writers. Thank you for entrusting me with your attention and your stories. May The Pulse continue to brighten and unify the Harvey I grew to know and love. With admiration,
THE HARVEY SCHOOL | 260 JAY STREET, KATONAH NY
to Logan Kreisberg for Editing the June 2024 Issue
Annissa Khanna Editor-in-Chief The Pulse