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Hard work beats talent

by Sam Greene, Staff Writer June 7, 2018

“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” It’s a common, motivational quote, often displayed on shirts for sports teams. Although people often recite it mindlessly, there is truth...

Finals help students learn

Finals help students learn

by Sam Greene, Staff Writer May 25, 2018

As a junior in high school, I, along with many of my peers, dread finals week. The incredible stress I feel when preparing for my exams seems overwhelming at times. However, it is important to remember...

Junior uses Gold Award to teach gender equality

by Sam Greene, Staff Writer December 22, 2017

Feminism. This word is often overlooked by high schoolers. But not by one junior. Gender equality is a highly contested topic today in the political and professional spheres. However, changes are...

The Homecoming Dance Contracts posted on the Student Council Bulletin Board outside of the main office. The forms went quickly, and the folder was empty by Friday, Oct. 13.

Student council puts on successful homecoming dance

by Sam Greene, Staff Writer October 26, 2017

The annual Homecoming Dance that took place on Saturday, Oct. 21 was packed with around 350 students. The dance occurred from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria, complete with a DJ and hundreds...

Science teacher Lillian Nichols teaches her freshman biology class in room S114 on September 26.

Teachers receive passing marks

by Sam Greene, Staff Writer September 26, 2017

Students aren’t the only ones being graded. Glen Rock teachers have recently been deemed effective and highly effective by a report from the New Jersey Department of Education for the 2015-16 school...

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