FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025
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VOLUME 71, ISSUE 4
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ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS
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DALLAS, TEXAS
SCULPTING
PERFECTION The rise of the online trend “looksmaxxing” is pushing young men to extremes with goals of physical superiority. From super-toned muscles to sharp, chiseled jawlines, boys are setting sometimes-unrealistic expectations that could ultimately be a detriment to their health. While some of the trends are positive when it comes to hygiene and healthy habits, others are causing body dysmorphia in Generation Z. SEE COVERAGE, PAGE 14-15
SPECIAL SECTION See expanded coverage of the Zierk Athletic Center inside. ZIERK ATHLETIC CENTER FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS • DALLAS, TEXAS
GAME
ON THE WEB
Juniors prepare for college admissions
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Five tips to manage stress
CHANGER
Marksmen experience Lunar New Year
Senior Luke Laczkowski finishes at the rim, scoring the first basket in the new Hicks Gym with a slam dunk.
INSIDE
850 12 5
gymnasium seating capacity
Academics..........8 Front & Center....14 Editorials..........21
Issues................3 Life...................13 Reviews............20 Sports..............23
swimming lanes new athlete locker rooms
INSIDE
REVAMPED SECURITY OFFICES,
FIRST LOOK AT NEW AND IMPROVED
FIRST GAME ON TOM ADAMS COURT IN
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TENNIS COURTS
SECURITY OFFICE
AND TENNIS COURTS REVAMPED
Illustration by Joshua Goforth
Photo by Winston Lin
The Zierk Athletic Center is one of the largest campus development projects in school history, made possible through the generous support of more than 100 community members. The project, progressing swiftly from its groundbreaking in May 2023, was completed just nine months after the topping-off ceremony in April 2024. On Jan. 21, trustees, alumni, parents, donors and project partners gathered to celebrate this immense milestone. The complex stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to athletic development and excellence.
LOCKER ROOMS
HICKS GYM
8 77,000 6 acres of campus square feet
tennis courts
SENIOR NIGHT AT THE
LEVERING POOL PAGE 6-7