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Doomsday Approaching

Doomsday Approaching

Avery Sobong, Staff Writer April 28, 2026

Recently, movie theater owners from around the world gathered at CinemaCon, where Disney delivered a presentation on its upcoming slate of releases. They discussed films like The Mandalorian and Grogu,...

Mrs. Walter:  A Teacher You Can Always Count On

Mrs. Walter: A Teacher You Can Always Count On

Jack Leahy, Staff Writer April 28, 2026

While high school students often complain about their workloads, many have little awareness of everything their teachers manage outside the classroom. River Dell math teacher Mrs. Walter has been working...

Prom. So Over It - Op/Ed

Prom. So Over It – Op/Ed

Giada Caputo, Staff Writer March 27, 2026

On the surface, prom seems like the most magical experience of high school. But for a lot of juniors, the thought of prom has gone from exciting to exhausting. The stress starts early, with drama on...

Ms. Simunovich sits at the ready in her St. Patrick's day attire.

Ms. Simunovich – Teacher, Advisor, Swiftie

Ryan Posluszny, Mason Lorbeer March 24, 2026

Ms. Simunovich started teaching in 2017 at Pascack Valley High School. The next year, she moved to New Milford before finally settling at RD in the 2023–24 school year. She describes teaching here as...

Gianna Pantano sang "I Won't Say I'm in Love" from Hercules and "Wondering" from High School Musical in front of an excited crowd.

Tri-M’s Disney Night is Magical

Michelle Kim, Staff Writer March 24, 2026

Last week, on Wednesday, March 11th, the Tri-M Music Honor Society hosted a magical Disney-themed Open Mic Night that brought performers and audience members together to enjoy iconic Disney songs. Tri-M...

Mrs. Carcich holding a cache of insects.  And yes... there're beetles in there.

The Fab Four’s Fan

Jiana Lee, Staff Writer March 11, 2026

Some teachers have a favorite band. Others casually mention a song now and then. And then there is Mrs. DiVincenzo, whose appreciation for The Beatles feels less like a preference and more like a full-time...

After 25 Years, Ms. Metts Still Bats 1.000

After 25 Years, Ms. Metts Still Bats 1.000

March 10, 2026

Ms. Metts has been a math teacher here at RD since the turn of the century (2000). We interviewed her to learn a little bit about what it’s like to be a teacher for such a long time. “I’ve always...

The Hottest Songs of '26 (So Far)

The Hottest Songs of ’26 (So Far)

Ellie Choi, Staff Writer March 10, 2026

2026 kicked off with unforgettable beats, from viral hits to enchanting melodies. Discover the stories behind Billboard's top 10 songs that are defining the start of the year—and make sure to add them...

The Obstacles of Teenage Life Can be Overcome

The Obstacles of Teenage Life Can be Overcome

Ellie Choi, Staff Writer March 6, 2026

Teenagers all around the world face challenges and topics, including academics, social media, and making friends. These are the top three things students at River Dell High School worry about: Grades Most...

Fans Fight Ever-Growing Queues

Fans Fight Ever-Growing Queues

Giada Caputo, Staff Writer February 18, 2026

Forget studying for midterms, students at River Dell are mastering a different type of test: surviving the Ticketmaster queues. Last month, Bruno Mars announced his The Romantic Tour following his...

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