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JV Soccer Routs Braves in Epic Fashion

JV Soccer Routs Braves in Epic Fashion

Jack Leahy and Ryan Posluszny October 27, 2025

Last Tuesday October 21st, the RD's JV soccer squad took to the high school field to go up against the Indian Hills Braves. It’s been an uphill battle for this group. Injuries have sat players, and...

Cain Lanza rushes the ball against PV setting up a touchdown later in the drive.

Hawk’s Win Home Nailbiter Against PV

Noah Cole, Staff Writer October 21, 2025

River Dell Golden Hawks held onto a win by the skin of their teeth on October 17th’s game versus rival Pascack Valley dubbed the “Rumble for the Rail”.  The two teams both struggled offensively...

Girls' Tennis Celebrates Seniors' Lasting Impact on Underclassmen

Girls’ Tennis Celebrates Seniors’ Lasting Impact on Underclassmen

Ellie Choi, Staff Writer October 20, 2025

On October 15th, the RDHS Girls' Tennis team celebrated Senior Day, honoring the seniors' dedication, growth, and achievements throughout their years on the tennis team. Many have played since they were...

A Band Apart Productions

Volleyball Vanquishes Fair Lawn

Jiana Lee, Staff Writer October 3, 2025

Bright and early on Saturday September 27th, RDVB faced off against Fair Lawn in an independent matchup, playing best of five sets. With strong energy and determination, RDVB walked away with a big victory...

A picture of a beautiful night sky gets photobombed by a Friday night football game.

River Dell Football Takes Down Morris Hills

Anna Gandolfo, Staff Writer October 1, 2025

On Friday night September 26th River Dell’s football team came out strong, beating Morris Hills 48-6 in an exciting game at home. From the very first play, the Golden Hawks had all the energy, and...

Cheer Tryouts 2025, Skills and Spirit

Cheer Tryouts 2025, Skills and Spirit

Erin Courain May 15, 2025

With spring sports wrapping up, it is officially tryout season for fall sports. While most sports require summer practices then try outs, RD cheer does the opposite. Try outs for the squad are coming up,...

Ang and "her puppy" pose for a birthday picture.

Ang’s Dedication Stretches Beyond Her Doors

Abby Bartelloni, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Behind the scenes of all the games, matches, and meets at River Dell High School is our one-of-a-kind athletic trainer: Angela "Ang" Sterzer. Ang, known for her welcoming smile and open-door policy,...

Mrs. Hartman smiles upon returning after her maternity leave.

The Teacher With the Biggest Hart

Sajen Apanich, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Mrs. Hartman always knew she wanted to be a teacher “I never really considered doing anything else,” she says. At first, she thought she’d teach elementary school, but she realized she liked working...

A Teacher Who Makes Bonds With Her Students

A Teacher Who Makes Bonds With Her Students

Reese Hornidge, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Lori Dunn is a chemistry teacher here at River Dell and has been teaching RD for 25 years. She may be known for her hard quizzes and tests and the complicated topics she teaches, but her positive energy...

Miss McGinley Champions Positivity In and Out of the Classroom

Miss McGinley Champions Positivity In and Out of the Classroom

Sabrina Klein, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Ms. McGinley has had aspects in her life that made teaching seem like a given: She taught swim lessons for ten years when she was a lifeguard, she was a stage manager for the drama club in high school,...

Dr. Houston being interviewed outside his robotics lab at RDHS.

Robotics Team Moves On to State Tournament

Emily Aguliar, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

River Dell’s robotic teams have been crushing the competition over their past few seasons. Last year, they won the states’ competition and made it to the World Competition which they got to go to Texas...

Daibes with an armbar against an opponent.

Freshman Slamming His Wrestling Season

Avery Barr, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

River Dell wrestling is off to a great season so far. They have been doing very well, showcasing their dedication, skill, and teamwork. There are many people from all grades contributing to the team’s...

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