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Performative activism: how not to go about social media advocacy

by Charlotte Siohan, Staff Writer June 17, 2020

In the era of social media, it has become increasingly common for users to utilize their platforms in offering support for various movements and causes. After the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands...

New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal spoke to members of the Black Student Union club on Thursday. The club focuses on African American history and learning more about inequality and injustice in the Black community.

New Jersey Attorney General speaks at Black Student Union meeting

by Andrew Kastelman, Business Development and Marketing Manager June 15, 2020

New Jersey Attorney General and Glen Rock resident Gurbir Grewal spoke to members of the Black Student Union (BSU) club on Thursday.  The club, which was started by Junior Kayla Stephenson, focuses...

Fall sports are hoping to be able to start there season according to schedule, although the chances of this happening are not in their favor.

Our take on the 2020-2021 season

by Michael Silver and Rob Zamparelli June 15, 2020

As summer sports training is expected to start for all high school teams on July 13th, there is speculation that the fall sports season will be unable to start on time. Summer practices have already been...

Georgie Badiel speaks to audience members about her life and Foundation. The Georgie Badiel Foundation provides clean water and sanitation to Burkina Faso and neighboring countries, in turn relieving the stress of retrieving water off women and children.

Seven Elements holds thoughtful, moving Story Slam in time of uncertainty

by Chloe Siohan, Chief Copy Editor June 5, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic did not prevent the Seven Elements Social Justice Club from hosting their third annual Moth Story Slam, which they held digitally last week. The event was hosted by Seven Elements...

Banners have been hung up alongside the fences along the tennis courts and behind the upper turf field, with each banner saying the name of a graduating senior.

Glen Rocks makes plan to honor the senior class

by Rob Zamparelli and Michael Silver June 3, 2020

Although the senior class of 2020 will not be able to get back the experiences lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic, accommodations can be made to give them a proper sendoff to honor their graduation.  High...

Senior Abby Kirsch poses with gifts given by her adoptive family.

“Adopt-a-Senior” program celebrates Class of 2020

by Jenny DeStefano, Managing Editor May 28, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drastically alter lives and moments, the GRHS Class of 2020 received more than just their diplomas through the community’s Adopt-a-Senior program.  The Adopt-a-Senior...

The physical Story Slam in March was cancelled due to coronavirus concerns, but will now be held online.

Seven Elements to hold Moth Story Slam virtually

by Chloe Siohan, Chief Copy Editor May 26, 2020

The Seven Elements Social Justice Club will hold its annual Moth Story Slam online on May 28, at 2:00 p.m. The event was previously slated for March 12. The Moth Story Slam is an annual event held...

AP tests change as COVID-19 forces remote learning. Tests were 45 minutes, consisting of either one or two questions. Teachers and students faced challenges while preparing for exams.

Remote learning changes AP tests

by Andrew Kastelman, Business Development and Marketing Manager May 22, 2020

Over the course of two grueling weeks, AP tests typically challenge students’ stamina. Normally over three hours, this year’s exams have been shortened to 45 minutes due to COVID-19. This radical...

Every Comeback Starts With a Setback

by James Stewart, Staff Writer May 18, 2020

On a hot, muggy August morning, the Glen Rock High School Varsity football team grabbed the monstrous water coolers, the hefty med kit, and their brand new cleats, and trotted out to the field for another...

Parasite is praised for its motifs of greed and class discrimination, as well as its stunning cinematography and performance from actors.

‘Parasite’ – a thought-provoking film of greed and class warfare

by Yethmie Goonatilleke, Staff Writer May 4, 2020

“You know what kind of plan never fails? No plan at all. If you make a plan, life never works out that way.” - Kim Ki-taek, Parasite Parasite, a black comedy thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho,...

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