Katy Donati – The Evanstonian

Katy Donati, Executive Editor

My name is Katy Donati and I’m a senior at ETHS. I am one of three current Executive Editors of the Evanstonian and have been writing for the paper for three years. In addition to the newspaper, I am also on my school’s varsity soccer and swim teams. Outside of school, I like going to the beach (when it is nice out), getting food and hanging out with friends. While I love writing, the newspaper has also provided me with the unique opportunity to get involved and learn more about both my school and my community.

By Katy Donati

Lowe’s Last Class

Harrison Witt, Michael Colton, Katy Donati, Matt Barbato, Onyx York and Margo Levitan • September 10, 2020

In the fall of 2017, Lowe and The Evanstonian staff published six issues together prior to Lowe’s early retirement in December of that year. Though Lowe was often absent due to recurring health issues, the staff was able to produce more issues than in a typical year as Lowe continued to push his students to create the best product possible, just like he had for the 30 years prior.

Kamasi Hill’s film Born in the Struggle set to release this fall

Katy Donati, Executive Editor • May 4, 2018

After three years of locating sources from around the country, conducting extensive interviews, shooting film and editing his work with self-reflection, ETHS history and English teacher Kamasi Hill will...

SOAR workshops dismantle ignorance at its source

Katy Donati and Margo Levitan • March 23, 2018

70 total participants. Two days. This is the breakdown of the winter SOAR conference on Feb.15 and Feb.16 at Northwestern University. SOAR, otherwise known as Students Organized Against Racism,...

Flying High

Katy Donati, Executive Editor • January 12, 2018

Standing at just 4’10” and weighing under 90 pounds, sophomore Mia Testa doesn’t have the stature of a typical athlete. However, her size and flexibility make her the perfect candidate for a flyer:...

Rhodes to success

Katy Donati and Sarah Frieman • December 15, 2017

Fresh start. To accommodate the growing number of students participating in the Two-Way Immersion (TWI) program, the District 65 School Board has approved the program’s expansion to magnet school Bessie...

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Girls athletic captains aim to put spring sports on the map

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • March 17, 2017

Yes she can. Girls spring sports captains are a perfect example of how strong character, positive leadership and athletic skill units teams and prepares them for success. Soccer ...

Dr. Eric Witherspoon announces plan to run for president

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • February 24, 2017

Race for the White House. ETHS’ own Dr. Eric Witherspoon announces education and the bettering of the youth of America will be his running platform for his 2020 campaign. “I think that the youth...

The worst trends of 2016

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • December 16, 2016

Cut it. From the dog filter to dabbing 2016 has been a year full of the worst and weirdest trends this generation has ever seen. These chart topping six are the worst of the worst and are just one of...

Clinton fever sweeps school as election day approaches

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • October 28, 2016

Crazy for Clinton. With the end of the race just around the corner, it is clear who the bulk of Evanston's youth will cast its vote for this election. “Hillary knows how to get things done,”...

Kit cash looks to develop into a more widely used system

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • October 5, 2016

Cash out. Kit cash gives students an opportunity to earn fast cash while studying that can be used at the new Wildkit store in N310. The PBIS, or Positive Behavior Prevention and Support, committee...

Girls use social media to campaign body positivity and self-love

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • September 16, 2016

A new era. Skip snapchat filters and editing apps, students choose to embrace their real selves as they begin to use social media as a platform for self-love and body positive expression. “For...

Athletic training program gives students behind-the-scenes look at sports

Katy Donati, In-Depth Editor • August 22, 2016

You don’t need a vault like Simone Biles, or even Serena Williams serve to earn a Varsity Letter this year. The Athletic Training program allows students to join a team that learns skills to treat athletic...

Tennis is eager for wins at the Prospect Power Eight Invite tomorrow

Katy Donati, Sports Writer • May 2, 2016

King of the court. Tennis will travel to Mount Prospect tomorrow to fight for wins against a wide range of teams and talent at the Prospect Power Eight Invite. Teams such as Naperville North, Mount...

Boys baseball gears up for their first away game tonight against Notre Dame

Katy Donati, Sports Reporter • March 18, 2016

Unfinished business. Baseball is back and hoping to snag a win to capture some early season momentum tonight against Notre Dame. “Notre Dame hasn’t posed much of a threat in the past, coach likes...

Girls gymnastics ends with strong regional meet

Katy Donati, Sports Editor • February 8, 2016

Despite a new coach, a new team, and new routines, girls gymnastics put up strong performances in their season-ending conference and regional meets. “Teaching the discipline of being on a varsity...

MVP Nojel Eastern returns after suffering major ankle injury

Katy Donati, Sports Reporter • December 18, 2015

Despite junior captain Nojel Eastern’s basketball career getting derailed last year due to a severe ankle injury, he’s back on the court and ready to prove that he is still number one in the North...

Girls Bowling launches their season with the Zee Bee Invite on Nov. 28

Katy Donati, Sports Reporter • November 20, 2015

Knock ‘em down. The girls bowling team hopes to roll an exciting new season as they return to the Zee Bee Invite on Nov. 28. “Last year at the invite we did not do very well,” said coach Ray...

Girls tennis wraps up a successful season after sending two girls to state

Katy Donati, Sports Editor • October 30, 2015

Game, Set, Match. Girls tennis has served up another successful season, beating some of the top teams in their region, and sending two girls to state. “I think this season we have grown mentally...

Boys golf gears up for Wheeling and Mundelein Invites

Katy Donati, Sports Reporter • September 18, 2015

Despite a series of inconsistent showings to start the season, boys golf hopes to have a strong showing at the Mundelein and Wheeling invites this weekend. “Committing to routine, staying in the moment,...