PHOTOS: Protests in the community

Melanie Pedersen, Mason Petkov, and Elias Kang • April 3, 2026

Recently, protests have erupted in local areas. In places like Philadelphia, major protests such as the No Kings protest on March 28, which Eastside covered, discuss the current political state of the country. Eastside captured these protests through a lens.

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About the Contributors

Melanie Pedersen, Eastside Photo Editor

Melanie is a junior and Photo Editor who, to no surprise, loves taking photos! You’ll find her at sports games or music events, reporting photos back to Eastside and the Yearbook. Besides that, she is the president of Interact Club and is involved in DECA, SGA, Peer Leaders, and she plays both soccer and golf for East.

Mason Petkov, Eastside Photo Editor

Mason Petkov is a junior and a Photo Editor for Eastside. He plays golf and ball hockey. In his free time you can find him working out at the JCC, hanging out with friends, watching the Philadelphia Eagles (Go Birds!), or eating at Chipotle. He loves photography, the movie Rocky, and his Cavapoo, Lucy. Mason is excited for his first year on Eastside.

Elias Kang, Eastside Global Commentary Editor

Elias Kang is a junior and a Global Commentary Editor for Eastside. In school, he plays in String Orchestra and participates in several clubs including KCC, Road to Med, Orthopaedics in Action, and Hospital Support Club. Outside of school, Elias can be found studying, playing instruments, listening to music, or hanging out with friends. Elias plays GamePigeon word games religiously and will accept any challenges.