Pep rally defies gravity

BY CAITLIN LAFLOWER          On December 20, students and staff members participated in the annual winter pep rally to kick off winter break. Rapper Zay the Profit, the Cheer Team, Afrobeats, teachers, the Dance Team, FOR3V3R, the Indian Dance Team, and the Slaying Steppers put on performances.          Continue reading “Pep rally defies gravity”

Girls Wrestling takes 4th in GMCs

BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA          The girls’ wrestling team has a strong 7-5 record. The girls team finished 4th in the GMC Tournament, and, after recently defeating North Brunswick, earned the #10 rank in the State.           Roughly 25 wrestlers competed in each bracket, so reaching the top sixContinue reading “Girls Wrestling takes 4th in GMCs”

Knights shoot to top of Red Division

BY NICK FERRANTE          The 11-5 boys wrestling team finished second in the GMC Tournament and moved to first place in the Red Division with big wins against schools like Monroe, Piscataway, Edison, Clifton, and Bridgewater-Raritan during the season, proving their resilience and determination against tough opponents and rivals.      Continue reading “Knights shoot to top of Red Division”

Play Unified dunks on competition

BY DAYAMI VILORIA          The Play Unified basketball team has racked up wins so far this season. They currently hold a record of 6-1, including four double-digit wins.           The team has played their recent games exceptionally while having a fun time. “I feel that the team hasContinue reading “Play Unified dunks on competition”

Audience amazed at winter concert

BY SITAARA PATEL          On December 19, the band performed the winter concert. Students from Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble showcased their talent and hard work.           Some of the pieces played at the winter concert included “Ancient Carol Variants,” “O Holy Night,”Continue reading “Audience amazed at winter concert”

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”

GHS’s whimsical Winterfest

BY SAFIJA SHATKU          The German Honor Society hosted their annual Winterfest on December 19. The event featured plenty of fun activities and entertainment, including engaging competitions, festive music, catered traditional German food and more.           Throughout the event, the GHS insured a fun time by working hardContinue reading “GHS’s whimsical Winterfest”

Knights clip Falcon’s wings

BY ELISA CIOKU          On Tuesday, January 8, the boys basketball team made history, beating St. Joseph for the first time since 2019 by a score of 71-52. Senior Krish Patel lead the team with 24 total points.           Patel had a successful game against the St. JosephContinue reading “Knights clip Falcon’s wings”