Exploring makeup mastery

BY ABBY PERSAUD             Makeup allows people to express themselves and get creative. Whether through a crazy eye look or a bold lip color, it serves as a statement of individuality. However, choosing the right products can pose a challenge, considering factors like complexion, skin type, and personal aesthetic. Regular makeup users provided insight onContinue reading “Exploring makeup mastery”

Dugal earns spot in USSYP

BY CHLOE FUSCO               Senior Anika Dugal has earned a unique opportunity to work with Supreme Court Justices. How did she get this opportunity? With a Google search on student programs in politics and advocacy, Dugal discovered the United States Senate Youth Program, and worker her way through the rigorous application process.             The USSYPContinue reading “Dugal earns spot in USSYP”

GHS hosts Winter Extravaganza

BY ANUSHA PERINKOLAM             The German Honor Society hosted Winterfest on December 13. The event had a great turnout of about 80 people. They included activities like making graham cracker structures and a contest for holding a jug of water. In addition, GHS catered food from the popular German restaurant Killmeyer’s.              The GHS highlightedContinue reading “GHS hosts Winter Extravaganza”

Polish Club debuts

BY CAITLIN LAFLOWER              The Polish Heritage Club launched earlier this school year. The club offers opportunities to share and experience Polish culture through club meetings and events. Students from a Polish background looking to find community and any students looking to learn more about the culture can join.              Prior to this school year,Continue reading “Polish Club debuts”

Choir brings holiday cheer

BY ANGELINA PEREZ              The Choir performed their annual winter concert on December 14. The choir consisted of 47 members who sang a range of 13 songs over two hours.              The choir came together and created a warm atmosphere in the auditorium for everyone to enjoy. “It felt cozy and very fun,” stated JoaquinContinue reading “Choir brings holiday cheer”

Fashion: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle

BY RITEE KARMACHARYA              Fashion from comfortable wear to stylish received a boom of trends this season. Ranging from trendy jackets to shoes, sustainability in fashion has made its way up the ladder in trends of the season.               If you paid attention to fashion lately, you must notice the overwhelming number of baggy clothing, a styleContinue reading “Fashion: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle”

Dancing to the top

BY ELISA CIOKU              This January, the OBHS dance team started their competition season after preparing the entire school year and performing at the Pep Rally and both football and basketball games. Their hard work paid off on January 21, placing second in the Hip Hop category and seventh out of 13 in the jazzContinue reading “Dancing to the top”

Co-ed cheer team dominates GMC, preps for Nationals

BY AVERY PERSON  Sports Page Editor              The newly co-ed cheerleading team had a successful fall season, placing first in all five competitions with their co-ed traditional routine, including GMCs and two regional competitions. The Game Day squad also won GMC and Regional Championships, meaning both groups have qualified for Nationals.              The team madeContinue reading “Co-ed cheer team dominates GMC, preps for Nationals”

Students and teachers get in step at Winter Pep Rally

BY KAILEY SIEGEL Social Media Director             On December 23, Old Bridge High School hosted the annual winter pep rally. The entire student body and staff gathered in the gym for a day of entertainment right before the start of winter break. The pep rally showcased multiple talented groups, including the cheerleaders, Afrobeats, Dance Team,Continue reading “Students and teachers get in step at Winter Pep Rally”

iPhone update creates controversy

BY KATELYN BUCHALTER  Editor in Chief             The newest iPhone update- IOS 17 became available to everyone with an Apple device on September 18, 2023. The update included several components including a few new apps and features. One of the more significant upgrades includes “NameDrop”- a feature that allows users to quickly share contact information. Continue reading “iPhone update creates controversy”