Outstanding musicians earn opportunities

BY KATELYN BUCHALTEREditor in Chief          On November 24, five students, including Stephen Franzese, Andrew Houlgin, Christian Deserto, Sophia Pavon, and Mary Field participated in a performance with the TCNJ Honors Wind Ensemble and Honors Jazz band.           The performance provided numerous enticing experiences for participants. “When IContinue reading “Outstanding musicians earn opportunities”

Senior sings for big crowds

BY SAM PRADO ROBERTS          On December 29, January 7, and January 12, Meghan Valanzola sang the National Anthem and Canada’s national anthem, “O Canada,” to crowds of more than 5,500 people at events at the Prudential Center.           Valanzola first received the call to perform at theContinue reading “Senior sings for big crowds”

“Don’t Dress” for the Fall Comedy

BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN          The annual fall comedy, hosted by the drama department in the auditorium, officially debuts on November 21. This production, Don’t Dress for Dinner, features an abundance of chaos and twists guaranteed to spark laughter.           The event required a long and extensive preparationContinue reading ““Don’t Dress” for the Fall Comedy”

Game day goes pink

BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN              Students and staff came together on October 18 to increase awareness of breast cancer and hold various fundraisers throughout the school day and into the night. Approximately 3,000 fans attended the football game, a win for the Knights, at the center of the event and expressed their support by showing upContinue reading “Game day goes pink”

Connolly brings Morgan’s Message to OBHS

BY JAMIE HAZEL  Sports Editor              Morgan’s Message, a universal nonprofit organization, shines light on student athlete focused mental health awareness. Sophomore Reagan Connolly became an ambassador and got Old Bridge involved. On October 15, the field hockey team played in honor of Morgan Rodgers.              Division 1 athlete Morgan Rodgers unfortunately lost her battleContinue reading “Connolly brings Morgan’s Message to OBHS”

Seeking solutions for late bus cuts

BY SAM PRADO ROBERTS              On Monday, September 16, at 7:00 pm in the Main Building cafeteria, the Board of Education will hold a committee meeting where students, parents, faculty, and community members can discuss the elimination of late buses. This cut will impact students who wish to attend clubs, stay after school for extraContinue reading “Seeking solutions for late bus cuts”

Welcome back, OBHS students!

BY KATELYN BUCHALTER Buchalter: My first question would be, how do you think this year will compare to past years? Sasso: It’s always interesting because every year, there’s a personality, oftentimes driven by the senior class. It’s hard to compare one year to the next, but what I can say is early signs so farContinue reading “Welcome back, OBHS students!”

Students make musical memories

BY KAILEY SIEGEL Social Media Director             On June 5, family, friends, and staff gathered in the TV studio to watch students from all grades share their musical talents in the annual Cabaret show.               Twenty-five students participated, singing showtunes from 14 different musicals. “The Cabaret gives everyone a chance to show off their voiceContinue reading “Students make musical memories”

Mental health matters

BY ISABELLE MARMARA              On Tuesday May 2, the school’s safety team, consisting of Nicole Mondano, Robert Waitt, Jennifer McCann, Renee Freel, and Marissa Hays, held a Mental Health Fair in the courtyard during lunch periods.               The vast resources allowed students to learn about many different mental health resources and options. Just a portionContinue reading “Mental health matters”

Assembly honors local heroes and enlisting students

BY DOMINIC MARION            The Memorial Day senior assembly on May 30 honored those who served the United States of America in its armed forces. With the event came the honoring of the graduating students of the Class of 2024 who plan to enter the military after their senior year.            When all of OBHS’Continue reading “Assembly honors local heroes and enlisting students”