BY SAFIJA SHATKU Clubs Editor Last school year, the Board of Education removed all late buses for after-school activities due to budget issues. Starting in October, the 4pm late bus will run every Wednesday. The announcement of the return of late buses, even just on Wednesdays, relieved students and teachers greatly. “It was like theContinue reading “Return of late buses”
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Knights hold drive to save lives
BY CAITLIN LAFLOWER On May 5, the high school’s American Red Cross Club hosted its annual blood drive with the national American Red Cross organization. The event took place in the main building’s back gym with stations set up for donors to have their vitals checked, gurneys to lay on while donating blood, and aContinue reading “Knights hold drive to save lives”
Coachella puts a pop back into festivals
BY: DAYAMI VILORIA The famous music and arts festival, Coachella, leaves people stunned every year. With fabulous outfits, celebrities, and music, the festival keeps a grip on viewers from everywhere. Coachella is known for its huge performances with a variety of artists from different genres. This year, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and TravisContinue reading “Coachella puts a pop back into festivals”
Freshmen get a taste of France at Maloney’s
BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA On April 30, several freshmen French classes attended a field trip to the Maloney’s restaurant on Main Street in Matawan. Students had a chance to experience new food and another culture, while having fun with their friends. Students tasted foods they had never tried before, such as chicken liver, which turned outContinue reading “Freshmen get a taste of France at Maloney’s”
Proposed New Jersey bill bans cell phones in schools
BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN Events Editor In January, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy proposed a bill that would ban cell phone use in K-12 classrooms for non-educational uses at a minimum. The initiative aims to reduce mental health concerns and increase productivity. The bill (S-3695) would require all New Jersey schools to implement a systemContinue reading “Proposed New Jersey bill bans cell phones in schools “
Picking the perfect college
BY CAITLIN LAFLOWER As each new school year begins, many Old Bridge seniors start their college applications. After the daunting process of researching schools to apply to and anxiously waiting for admission decision updates, finally choosing where to enroll may overwhelm students unsure of what qualities to prioritize in their commitment for the next fewContinue reading “Picking the perfect college”
Farewell, Mr. Cittadino
BY SAM PRADO ROBERTS Mr. David Cittadino has resigned, effective August 15, 2025, from the Superintendent position after 11 years of service. Cittadino, who worked as a Jonas Salk Principal, High School Principal, and Superintendent accepted a position at Wayne schools for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Prado Roberts: My first question is out ofContinue reading “Farewell, Mr. Cittadino”
Cheerleading flips the competition
BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On February 9, the varsity cheer team competed at St. John Vianney and placed first with their Traditional routine. On February 22, the team competed in the final competition of the season, States at Brookdale, placing second in Traditional. This season presented more difficulties than expected. “We’ve had a lot more obstaclesContinue reading “Cheerleading flips the competition “
MAPS Champs take on the (WGI) World
BY ATLEY GABRIELThe Indoor Percussion ensemble won the Mid Atlantic Percussion Society (MAPS) Finals on April 5. The Knights currently rank 5th in the country for the Percussion Scholastic Open (PSO) division, three places higher than where they ended last year. The group scored 91.7 to take home a close win. “We felt relieved andContinue reading “MAPS Champs take on the (WGI) World “
Nutrition in athletes
BY JAMIE HAZEL Old Bridge High School produces athletes. The fall season concluded with five winning seasons out of seven teams. Regardless of what sport they play, all successful athletes have one thing in common: a healthy diet. A balanced diet allows for performing at the highest potential, quick recovery, and strength. Three essential foodContinue reading “Nutrition in athletes “
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