April 16, 2026 By Olivia Bautista Staff Writer I have always been proud of my culture. At my previous school, Sacred Heart in Lyndhurst, being in a community with only two other Asian students in my grade made me feel special. I would relish the sour taste of... More »
April 15, 2026 By Debra Ogunbowale Webmaster The three minutes between classes tend to be frenzied, with students rushing to their lockers and trying to make it to their next class on time. Keeping bathrooms open between passing periods would intensify this ch... More »
April 15, 2026 By Aryanah Cedeño Staff Writer Using the bathroom is a human necessity, so not having access to one is problematic. Therefore, bathrooms should remain unlocked during the three-minute passing time between classes. To start, students should not ... More »
April 3, 2026 By Jacob Collins Dodd Staff Writer After winning his second presidential election on Nov. 5, 2024, Donald Trump told his supporters during his election night victory speech, “I’m not going to start a war. I’m going to stop wars.” Just over a year... More »
April 2, 2026 By Alexandra Lourenço Editor-in-Chief Senior Nikalena Iacono, a four-year indoor track and field varsity member, excelled in her final season by breaking the school shot put record of 37 feet, 11 inches previously held by Class of 2019 graduate A... More »
March 23, 2026 By Hala Kenawy Staff Writer When students are assigned an essay, one question often comes up: should it be handwritten or typed? While handwritten essays were once the standard, typing is now a much better option. From convenience to preparation... More »
March 23, 2026 By Nicolle Alvarez Editor With the ubiquity of technology in classrooms, handwritten essays continue to prove their value. Handwriting engages the brain in different and more effective ways than typing. It is slower than typing, which naturally... More »
March 19, 2026 By Nikalena Iacono Managing Editor Senior captain Chase Paglio, who has been on varsity since his freshman year, finished the regular season with 17 wins and nine losses. Paglio said he enjoys the camaraderie on the wrestling team. “I love every... More »
March 17, 2026 By Jacob Collins Dodd Staff Writer When Donald Trump first ran for president in the 2016 election, his most recognizable slogan was “Make America Great Again,” better known as MAGA. He adopted this slogan during the presidency of Barack Obama — ... More »
March 14, 2026 By Hala Kenawy Staff Writer I never used to think much about food. It was just there, on the kitchen table or at family gatherings. I didn’t stop to consider how special it was to sit around a big plate of mansaf, which is made with tender lamb ... More »
Feb. 24, 2026 By Aryanah Cedeño Staff Writer After a long day of school, the last thing students want is more work. Undoubtedly, homework can be time-consuming and tiring, but it has lasting benefits. First, homework keeps students accountable. Teachers cannot... More »
Feb. 24, 2026 By Tina Moreno Staff Writer For years, homework has been viewed as an important part of education, though it often causes more harm than good. Instead of helping students succeed, endless assignments can lead to exhaustion, frustration and stress... More »
