BY LISA TOOLEY The National Chinese Honors Society led the Mid-Autumn Festival celebration on October 6 during both lunch periods. The Chinese Honor Society, headed by a new president this year, helped set up and run this event. The Mid-Autumn Festival did not only share food; it also shared culture. “It’s always fun to seeContinue reading “Over the Moon for Mooncakes”
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Have you heard the “Rumors”?
BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN Editor-in-Chief The drama department will premiere the annual fall comedy, “Rumors,” on November 20. The cast and crew have worked extensively to produce an outstanding show. The play features four couples attending a dinner party when a series of chaotic and wacky scenarios ensue. “The production is basically about a coupleContinue reading “Have you heard the “Rumors”?”
OBHS hosts college fair
BY MARIAMI PANTSULIAIA On September 30, Old Bridge High held a college fair organized by Grace Patella of the Guidance Department. The college fair allowed students to learn about schools and ask questions about various programs. Students got to compare a wide variety of colleges, universities, and other post-graduate options. Every student had the chanceContinue reading “OBHS hosts college fair”
Champion volleyball team blocks to the top
BY ZOE CHIN AND MICHELLE LAM The girls volleyball team currently holds an impressive 32-1 record. They secured a win in the Central Jersey Group IV Final to set up a rematch with Williamstown, the team that knocked them out of the NJSIAA Tournament last year and the only team to beat them this season. Continue reading “Champion volleyball team blocks to the top”
Tennis serves wins in Red Division
BY KARIMA ABOUELKHIR AND RILEY CADET After moving up to the GMC Red Division this year, the girls tennis team earned a record of 10-8. The team has shown fortitude and resilience this season and has adapted to the Red Division. The girls held their own with a record of 4-6 in the more challenging Red Division.Continue reading “Tennis serves wins in Red Division”
Field hockey hits milestones
BY JULIET KELLY The field hockey team has rolled to a 17-4 record and many other accomplishments, including making it to the Greater Middlesex County Tournament Finals, finishing first in the GMC Red Division, and setting school records. The team won their quarterfinals 8-0 against North Plainfield and semifinals 4-1 against Metuchen to make itContinue reading “Field hockey hits milestones”
Girls soccer wins GMCs
BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On Friday, October 31, the girls soccer team won the GMC tournament for the first time in school history. After two overtimes, the team secured the win with a shoot-out. After both teams remained scoreless through regulation and two overtimes, Nicole Nolan, Ariana Mineo, Olivia Cusick, and Sofia Riedinger made their penalty kicks in the shootout, and Jessica Lane made a key save to giveContinue reading “Girls soccer wins GMCs”
Success in GMCs leads to Sectionals
BY LAILA MOHAMED-ALI The gymnastics team placed third overall in the GMC Championship with a total score of 102.175. The season resulted in a multitude of personal highlights and a 4-4-1 record. At the GMC Championship, freshman Mikayla Martins placed 1st on beam, as well as placing highest for Old Bridge in every other event. She placed fifth all around in the GMCs. “It was shocking and amazing, as a freshman to face that kindContinue reading “Success in GMCs leads to Sectionals”
Marching to 1st Place
BY ANALISE SAINVIL The Marching Band has carried a wave of momentum through their fall season, taking first place at competitions in Edison, Monroe, and Hillsborough while earning top honors in music, visual performance, and overall effect. The team’s success early in the season inspired even more focus at rehearsals. “Placing first was extremely rewardingContinue reading “Marching to 1st Place”
Return of late buses
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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