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”
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Students enjoy delicious crepes
BY ATLEY GABRIEL The French Honor Society hosted the La Fête des Crêpe event on April 28 in the courtyard. The event featured crepes made by the FHS using a variety of ingredients such as chocolate syrup, strawberries, whip cream, etc. The students enjoyed their crepes while spending time with friends. Before the event, theContinue reading “Students enjoy delicious crepes”
JSU rises to the occasion with annual Challah Bake
BY SAFIJA SHATKU On May 14, the Jewish Student Union held their second annual Challah Bake, an event where students took on the challenge of making challah, a traditional Jewish bread. Around 30 students and faculty gathered to learn about challah and the steps it takes to bake challah. JSU used this event to educateContinue reading “JSU rises to the occasion with annual Challah Bake”
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”
Fast lane to victory
BY NADIA DERING As the track season kicked off, the girls strove to succeed throughout the season by breaking school records, winning championships, and building excellent sportsmanship. Four girls broke the sprint medley school record at the GMC Relays on April 31. “At first, it was crazy to think that we had really beaten aContinue reading “Fast lane to victory “
The BRAT era – A cultural movement
BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On June 7, 2024, Charli XCX released her sixth studio album BRAT. Almost a year after its release, this album has continued to make waves in the music industry, pop culture, and everyday life. Known for her popular songs, such as “Boom Clap” and “I Love it”, XCX has built her careerContinue reading ” The BRAT era – A cultural movement”
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”
Girls lacrosse wins 4th straight Red Division Championship
BY ANALISE SAINVIL With a 12-2 record and a roster full of rising stars, the girls lacrosse team continues to dominate the GMC Red Division with another regular season championship. This year, the team aims even higher, turning their focus from county to statewide recognition. Girls lacrosse claimed the GMC Red Division onceContinue reading “Girls lacrosse wins 4th straight Red Division Championship”
An Italian Easter
BY SAFIJA SHATKU The Italian Honors Society hosted an after-school meeting on April 9 to celebrate Pasqua, better known as Easter. Around 20 attendees and society members came to learn about Pasqua, enjoy snacks, and participate in many activities. IHS kickstarted the event with an informative presentation teaching attendees the importance of Pasqua as Italy’sContinue reading “An Italian Easter”
Knight Life 