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Teacher Feature: Mr. McQuade

Teacher Feature: Mr. McQuade

Mason Lorbeer, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

RDHS is full of a variety of different teachers with different teaching styles, methods, and work ethics.  Mr. McQuade, who is a new chemistry teacher, has caught the eye of the RDHS community. “He’s...

Mr. Valentino assists 11th grader Mia Dume Geronimo.

Teaching Science with Style

Jack Leahy and Ryan Posluszny October 29, 2025

Many biology and physics students at RDHS are taught by the friendly Mr. Valentino. While they may know all about an unfortunate experience he had while ice skating (or another at a bowling alley) most...

Not as yummy as a cookie, the gold award still ranks as the highest achievement a Girl Scout can earn.    Vive le Trefoils!

Safe Ways to Enjoy the Sun

Carly Gaffin, Guest Contributor October 29, 2025

My Girl Scout Gold Award journey started in April of my sophomore year. I chose the topic of sun safety and skin cancer awareness because staying safe in the sun is such a big aspect in my life. I have...

The Minis take the field mightily.

RD Cheer Supports Junior Cheer Program

Giada Caputo, Staff Writer October 27, 2025

The River Dell High School cheerleaders are known for many things: their catchy chants, iconic halftime performances, and the energy they bring to every single football game, but they deserve credit...

Colin can't wait to chill with Grandpa and listen to "Alice's Restaurant" next month.

Mr. Looram Becomes a Grandpa

Jiana Lee, Staff Writer October 21, 2025

Big news hit the halls this week. Our very own gym teacher, Mr. Looram, just became a grandfather! Mr. Looram, known for being a loyal alumnus to this school has been very joyous the past few weeks...

RDTV's Process Produces!

RDTV’s Process Produces!

Kate Nippes, Staff Writer October 20, 2025

Every Friday, Mr. Traina, the television and media teacher, sends out a link to the RDTV YouTube channel and more specifically River Dell’s long-standing comedy sketch show: This Week in River Dell,...

Hospitality and Tourism Class Headed to Disney

Hospitality and Tourism Class Headed to Disney

Emma Perez October 15, 2025

This January, business students will head to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, for a four-day, three-night educational experience from January 16–19, 2026. The trip will give students hands-on opportunities...

River Dell's history department rocks... in no small part due to Mr. Cotton.

Teacher Feature: Mr. Cotton

The Journalism Class October 10, 2025

If you’re roaming the halls of River Dell, you may notice a new face. His name is Mr. Cotton. Graduating from Pascack Valley High in 2020 and TCNJ in 2024, Cotton began teaching 8th grade history...

The cast blocks the opening scene in the newly renovated auditorium.

Powerful Play to be Performed by RD Drama Club

Michelle Kim, Staff Writer October 10, 2025

Under the direction of Mrs. Kasen the River Dell Drama Club will present their fall play, The Laramie Project, on November 21st-23rd.   Through interviews, powerful monologues, and heartfelt scenes the...

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RD’s Political Club Provides Safe Space to Debate

Kate Nippes, Staff Writer October 10, 2025

As more students join River Dell High School’s Political Club, the officers work harder to bridge the gap of political extremism. No one on social media is safe from political discourse these days....

All the World's a Stage to Mrs. Maczuga

All the World’s a Stage to Mrs. Maczuga

Avery Barr, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Throughout all of River Dell High school, one teacher stands out being full of inspiration and creativity: Mrs. Maczuga. An English, drama, and public speaking teacher, Mrs. Maczuga has dedicated her...

Delilah Recio, former RunDown staff writer accepts her award.

Sophomore Earns Multiple Prestigious Awards

Florence Yi, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Delilah Recio participates in plenty of River Dell Clubs like Red Cross and American Cancer Society, along with earning important awards such as Archdiocesan Youth Discipleship Award Recipient in December...

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