All posts published in April 2025
April 9, 2025 By Zana Lacka Staff Writer While assessments are a traditional part of learning, the New Jersey Department of Education should reconsider its graduation test, the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment. This exam, which public high schools ... More »
April 9, 2025 By Drew Bancroft Webmaster The dread that comes with state testing is all too familiar for many. However, despite the stress that these exams bring, they are necessary. High school graduation tests, which are overseen by the state, assess and mea... More »
April 8, 2025 By Mariah Allen Staff Writer “So Close to What,” Tate McRae’s long-awaited third studio album, redefines pop music with its pounding beats and catchy melodies. Ad-libs and instruments are skillfully layered to elicit a different feeling for each ... More »
April 8, 2025 By Ioanna Hantzaras Staff Writer How do some of the school’s busiest students juggle Advanced Placement classes, extracurriculars and sports while still finding time to do homework and study? For three of LHS’ scholars, it’s all about discipline,... More »
April 8, 2025 By Alexandra Ruiz Staff Writer The girls flag football team will begin its season on April 10 with a home game against Harrison High School. The team is mentored by Head Coach Kroncke, who assisted former Head Coach Kesack last season. Kroncke s... More »
April 7, 2025 By Isabella Apple Staff Writer The lacrosse team, which is in its third year as a varsity sport, is looking to improve on its 2-12 record from last season. Senior midfielder Matt Bronco, who has been on varsity for three years, said the team, whi... More »
April 7, 2025 By Rayan Yamout Editor After a long and stressful period of waiting, you’ve heard back from many of the schools you’ve applied to. Now comes the big question: where do you commit? Perhaps the most daunting step before making this decision is comp... More »
April 7, 2025 Whether we choose to use reusable straws, recycle plastic bottles or shut the light when leaving a room, we all have a personal responsibility to care for the environment. Especially during Earth Month, it is important to recognize that the plane... More »
April 7, 2025 By Isabella Bartlett Managing Editor As the clock strikes midnight, senior Ariana Feliciano feels her eyelids getting heavy as the pressure of an impending deadline keeps her awake. Like many high school students, Feliciano, who takes four colleg... More »
April 6, 2025 By Drew Bancroft Webmaster Between June 11-14, 98 members of the band, chorale and color guard will bring their talent to Colorado. Chorale director Ms. Wise said she and band director Mr. Chwalyk chose Colorado as this year’s Music Department tr... More »
April 6, 2025 By Joseph Brennen Staff Writer The boys and girls track and field teams began their season with wins at a dual meet against St. Mary in Rutherford and Weehawken High Schools at home on March 31. Junior thrower Lucas Guerrero, who is in his first ... More »
April 6, 2025 By Chloe O’Donnell Staff Writer After five movies and 15 seasons of the TV show, “SpongeBob SquarePants” finally shifts focus to its sarcastic villain, Plankton. Released on March 7, “Plankton: The Movie” is packed with lighthearted fun. The film... More »
