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Rooney was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation on October 19.  Superintendent Dr. Paula Valenti, GRHS Principal Mr. John Arlotta and Glen Rock BOE President Rona McNabola presented the award.

Glen Rock becomes Play Unified school

by Christina Howie, Copy Editor November 4, 2015

Senior Kieran Rooney obtained a $450 Play United Grant award from the Special Olympics of New Jersey. Everyday, a local, regional or national Special Olympics event is going on somewhere in the world....

Sileo marks 24 years teaching

Sileo marks 24 years teaching

by Christina Howie, Copy Editor October 28, 2015

This school year marks Ms. Sue Sileo 24th year teaching physical education in Glen Rock. Sileo grew up in Cliffside Park and throughout high school, she played tennis, basketball and softball. Participating...

Ms. Kristen Bradley joins the mathematics department to teach Algebra 1 and Geometry.

Glen Rock welcomes new mathematics teacher

by Lauren Hanfield, Organizational Liaison October 28, 2015

Glen Rock welcomed new mathematics teacher Ms. Kristen Bradley at the beginning of the school year. “In my time here, the students have been great. I really enjoy teaching them,” said Bradley,...

Sophomores take a trip to Japan

Sophomores take a trip to Japan

by Christina Howie, Copy Editor October 16, 2015

On Wednesday, Oct. 14, the sophomore class transformed its hallway into a Japanese escape.  The "Samurai Sophomores" spent hours after school on Tuesday perfecting its second homecoming hallway. The...

Juniors turn on the jukebox

Juniors turn on the jukebox

by Christina Howie, Copy Editor October 16, 2015

The Class of 2017 traveled back in time to the 50s for its jukebox themed hallway on Thursday, Oct. 15. The Jukebox Juniors voted on its theme at the sophomore semi-formal this past June. “I...

I am excited to begin the 2015-2016 debate season.  I have high expectations and we should do very well, said Josh Stein (16), a varsity debater.

Debate team welcomes new coaches

by Christina Howie, Copy Editor September 22, 2015

Mr. Justin Ecochard is stepping down from his position coaching the debate team after eight years.  Fellow history teacher Mr. Paul McCrary and business teacher Ms. Una Kearns will take over for this...

Don’t stress

by Christina Howie, Staff Writer January 23, 2015

What stresses you out? In the spirit of the stress relief lunch activities being held this week, this question seems to be running rampant on everyone’s mind. As more thought is put into this, more...

Cupids Cafe will be held on February 18th at 7:30 in the high school cafeteria

Class of 2016 takes over Cupid’s Cafe

by Christina Howie, Staff Writer January 14, 2015

On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Class of 2016 officers held a meeting to discuss the much-anticipated Cupid’s Café, a Valentine’s Day themed cabaret style evening, which will be held at Glen Rock High School...

Making a little kid smile on Christmas morning was an important goal for Blind

Junior girl fills shoeboxes with holiday cheer

by Christina Howie, Staff Writer December 22, 2014

During all the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, it can be difficult to find time to remember those who may not be as fortunate. Junior Chelsea Blind, however, has made them a top priority this...

Mathias Weckstrom (left) enjoys lunch because its time he gets to spend with his friends.

Exchange student attends high school from start to Finnish

"I came for the new experience."
by Christina Howie, Staff Writer October 8, 2014

Every new school year, Glen Rock High School welcomes new students with open arms.  This year, the Class of 2016 greeted Glen Rock High School junior Mathias Weckstrom.  Weckstrom isn't a typical new...

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