Juniors and seniors tie in BOTC

BY KAILEY SIEGEL Social Media Director             On Thursday May 16, students from all four grades, Fearless Freshman, Surfs Up Sophomores, Junior Jocks, and Safari Seniors, competed in the annual Battle of the Classes. This year, the event returned to during the school day, but only students who signed up in advance could attend.             Continue reading “Juniors and seniors tie in BOTC”

Roaring into Junior Prom

BY FRANCESCA PANETTA AND KAYLEE WEINGARTEN              Approximately 300 juniors attended Junior Prom in the courtyard on May 30. Junior class faculty advisors Liz Todaro and Nicole Mondano brought the theme “Great Gatsby” to life with their hard work and dedication.               “Between the lights, photo booths, and the backdrops, there were so many niceContinue reading “Roaring into Junior Prom”

Making memories by the beach

BY KATELYN BUCHALTER  Editor in Chief              The senior prom took place on May 17 at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch. The scenic location of the venue provided a beautiful backdrop for an unforgettable evening.              The event took off with the usual “coketail” hour starting at 6pm, giving students plentyContinue reading “Making memories by the beach”

Freshmen and Sophomores meet at the net

BY ANGELINA PEREZ              Freshmen and sophomore students participated in a volleyball tournament after school on March 11. The tournament consisted of 120 students split into 14 teams.              Students could create their own teams with their friends, but they had to follow certain rules. “You had to have a mix of males and femalesContinue reading “Freshmen and Sophomores meet at the net”

Disney dazzles seniors

BY KAILEY SIEGEL  Social Media Director              On March 3, 377 seniors and 32 faculty chaperones embarked on a week-long trip to Orlando for the annual trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. The trip consisted of five days in Disney and one in Universal Studios Theme Park.              Students left a day early compared toContinue reading “Disney dazzles seniors”

The Music Man comes to OB

BY ISABELLE MARMARA             The Drama department will present the musical, Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man on March 21, March 22, and March 23. The production features 45 cast members, with students from all grade levels coming together.               The comedy-filled production follows con artist Harold Hill, played by Camryn Burniston, in a small IowaContinue reading “The Music Man comes to OB”

An alarmingly fun Lunar New Year

BY ANUSHA PERINKOLAM             The National Chinese Honor Society held its 3rd annual Lunar New Year Celebration on February 15, starting at 5pm The NCHS transported attendees to China with cultural activity stations, an authentic Chinese dinner catered by Shanghai Bun, and performances that continued until a fire alarm abruptly ended the event early.             Continue reading “An alarmingly fun Lunar New Year”

A fun Knight Out

BY KATELYN BUCHALTER  Editor in Chief              Knights Out, a revivial of an old event called the Lock In, took place on February 16 for the first time in almost a decade. The event hosted several attractions that contributed to a successful fun-filled night, with over 350 tickets sold and 35 staff volunteers.              Continue reading “A fun Knight Out”

Students share skills at Talent Show

BY KAILEY SIEGEL  Social Media Director              On Jan 24, family and friends gathered in the main building auditorium to watch 12 students share their unique talents in the annual Talent Show, presented by the Class of 2025 advisors Liz Todaro and Nicole Mondano.               Juniors Noah Balbuena, Liana Adams, and Yassen Diab hosted theContinue reading “Students share skills at Talent Show”

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”