Prep Reps Host Pizza-Making Study Break in Elm

Preps gathered in Elm Street Dining Hall on Wednesday afternoon to make their own pizza in an event organized by ninth grade coordinator Tyler Caldwell and the prep reps Charlie Holtz, Tony Cai and David Kim.

Students rolled out their own dough and created unique combinations. “They could put on whatever sauce and cheese and toppings they wanted to be included,” Caldwell said.

The event culminated in a pizza contest, judged by the deans. “We have Dean Coole and Dean Marshall and some of the class advisors who are tasting,” Caldwell said. “They have a little grading scale on appearance and taste.”

Students attending the event appreciated the hands-on nature of the activity. “Not only did we eat pizza, but we also made pizza.”

Holtz felt that the event offered a space for preps to channel their energy and take a break from studying. “The preps’ love of pizza and partying really invigorated this idea of collective creativity, driven into pizzas,” Holtz said. “It's been great.”

According to Cai, feedback has been positive, and many preps looked forward to participating in a similar event in the future. “I think we'll definitely make it happen again,” Cai said.