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Braves Work the Polls on Election Day

Nate Fadini, Contributing Writer ’26 November 6, 2024

This year, Indian Hills students were offered a new opportunity to work at polls on Election Day, on November 5th. In order to work these polls in New Jersey, you do not have to be of age to vote, with...

Luke Festa’s Record-Breaking Touchdown

Isabella Manias, Editorial Staff ’25 November 6, 2024

The school record for most touchdowns seemed untouchable for over two decades, but on October 5th it finally happened. Luke Festa, a senior varsity football player at Hills, scored five touchdowns in one...

Are Injuries Ruining Sports?

Matt Pra, Contributing Writer ’26 November 6, 2024

Injuries have been terrorizing athletes across all sports for years, but why suddenly are they occurring more often and more severely? The answer is unknown. Athletes push their bodies to the limit all...

Priscilla Presley giving her interview on stage

An Evening With Priscilla Presley

Isabella Brusco, Contributing Writer ’27 November 6, 2024

On Saturday, October 5th, the seventy-nine-year-old global icon Priscilla Presley hosted a meet and greet and personal interview in Staten Island, New York. Priscilla is known for being a fashion icon,...

Chloé Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2024/2025
Credit: Free Malaysia Today

From Suede Jackets to Statement Accessories

Gabby Romm, Contributing Writer ’25 November 6, 2024

Fall offers a fun fashion opportunity to change up one’s style, but the cooler weather can sometimes pose a challenge to students used to wearing minimal layers. Fortunately, this year’s fall trends...

Futuristic Tale of Harmony with The Wild Robot

Futuristic Tale of Harmony with The Wild Robot

Karley Kurz, Contributing Writer ’27 November 6, 2024

The Wild Robot, directed by Chris Sanders, was released in theaters everywhere on September 27th, 2024. Starring actors Kit Connor and Catherine O’Hara, the animation takes the audience through a futuristic...

“Leon”

“Leon”

Dylan Ramdedovic, Contributing Writer ’25 November 6, 2024

Leon Bridges is back at it with his brand new album, “Leon,” a long-play record released on October 4th, 2024. With this new album, the American soul and jazz singer, songwriter, and record producer...

Disconnected or Connected? The Future of IHHS's Cell Phone Policy

Disconnected or Connected? The Future of IHHS’s Cell Phone Policy

Rocco Pineault, Contributing Writer ’26 November 6, 2024

Over the past twenty years, technology has been advancing and slowly starting to affect school districts nationwide. Recently, teachers and students in the Ramapo-Indian Hills district have been affected...

Romeo + Juliet during the curtain call

Star-Crossed and Screen-Blocked: Romeo + Juliet in the Age of Drama

Skylar Brown, Editorial Staff ’25 November 6, 2024

“Young men’s love then lies, not truly in their hearts, but in their eyes.” (Act 2, Scene 3)   Romeo + Juliet, Director Sam Gold’s newest Broadway adaptation of the infamous Shakespeare...

Example UPISB Schedule

A Call for Change in the University Programs

Pauline Tsui, Editor-in-chief ’25 November 6, 2024

The University Programs of International Studies and Business (UPISB) and Science, Medicine, and Research (UPSMR) have long been considered selective academic pathways at Indian Hills High School. These...

Superintendent of Schools, Ms. Shauna DeMarco

Ramapo Indian Hills Welcomes New Superintendent Ms. Shauna DeMarco

Ruhaab Shuja, Editorial Staff ’25 November 6, 2024

On August 9th, 2024, the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District welcomed the new Superintendent of Schools, Ms. Shauna DeMarco. After a 5-4 vote in support of her employment on August 7th, 2024,...

Indian Hills Celebrates its Sixtieth Birthday!

Indian Hills Celebrates its Sixtieth Birthday!

Julia Coppo, Contributing Writer ’27 November 6, 2024

On September 21st, 2024, Indian Hills students, staff, and the Oakland Recreational community celebrated Indian Hills High School's sixtieth anniversary. The day-long celebration featured food vendors,...

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