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 “
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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 “
Seniors take over Disney
BY CAITLIN LAFLOWERFrom March 2 to March 7, 323 students and 31 faculty members spent six days in Orlando, Florida, exploring all the great attractions that Walt Disney World and Universal Studios had to offer. Students visited Disney World on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and traveled to Universal on Wednesday. “It was the best seniorContinue reading “Seniors take over Disney”
Elementary Ambassadors explore the world
BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA On February 19, Old Bridge High School welcomed Character Ambassadors from each elementary school in the district to an event to teach young students about many cultures. Representatives from different cultural clubs arranged stations where elementary students could come in and discover diverse cultures. The elementary students enjoyed getting together and learningContinue reading “Elementary Ambassadors explore the world”
Come to 42nd Street
BY SITAARA PATELAt 7pm on March 20, March 21, and March 22, the Drama Department will present the musical, 42nd Street. The production features 42 cast members, with students from all grades coming together to put on an amazing show. The musical features aspiring chorus girl, Peggy Swagger, played by junior Emma Pepe, in NewContinue reading “Come to 42nd Street”
Knights beat Bears in GMC’s
BY HARRY DENNEYThe girls basketball team finished their challenging season with a record of 11-15. Despite the struggles of the season, the team managed significant highlights, including an upset win over rival East Brunswick in the GMC Tournament. Coming off a five-game losing streak, the girls defeated Sayreville in the first round to reach aContinue reading “Knights beat Bears in GMC’s”
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