Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Isis Kirkland

Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief

Isis Kirkland is a senior at Glen Rock High School. This is her fourth and final year writing for The Glen Echo. In her free time, she enjoys writing, listening to music, and dancing. Isis has a passion for video production, and outside of school she is in a program where she is taught to use film to enact change.

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Rutgers University and Temple University (Tri-State Area)

Rutgers University and Temple University (Tri-State Area)

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
June 15, 2020

Commemorating this year’s seniors

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2020
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[Photo] Like a moth to a flame: Seven Elements Moth Story Slam attracts the brightest of story-tellers

by Chloe Siohan, Chief Copy Editor
February 28, 2020

Real-life recreations of TV and film’s most iconic snacks

by Isis Kirkland and Chloe Siohan
January 28, 2020
Q&A with Security Greeter Brian Newman

Q&A with Security Greeter Brian Newman

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2020
Beijing E-Town Academy is one of many schools which Charleston and Hayward visited during their recent trip to China to examine partner schools.

Board of Education plans to initiate districtwide Chinese exchange program

by Jenny DeStefano, Isis Kirkland, and Chloe Siohan
November 19, 2019
School administration needs to dedicate more time in preparing before prom activities.

Why senior prom is lackluster

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2019
Multiple swastikas were found in Glen Rock Middle and High Schools. This hateful vandalism will not stop until our social environment changes.

Swastika findings won’t stop until we make them

by Jenny DeStefano, Isis Kirkland, and Chloe Siohan
November 14, 2019
The colored stripes on the transgender flag represent the traditional gender colors for babies, while the white represents people who are transitioning.

New gender identity policy advocates for transgender students

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2019
The Czech exchange students, and hosts enjoy themselves at Point Pleasant Beach on their day trip.

Cultural Exchange Club hosts students from the Czech Republic

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2019
This is the official cover selection for the activities booklet handed out at the 2019 Teen Arts Festival. Ever year, students submit designs and compete for their art to be displayed on the front page of the handout

Students visit Bergen Community College to celebrate teen arts festival

by Isis Kirkland and Abby Stern
June 11, 2019

Meet the President of Newark’s youth office

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2019
Zimmerman's favorite unit in gym is racquet skills. "I'm amazing at anything with a racquet, plus I just like hitting things with a racquet.. as everybody does," she said.

Teacher of the Week: Mrs. Zimmerman

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2019
This Week in the News: January 6 - January 13

This Week in the News: January 6 – January 13

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2019
Controversy over homophobic tweets has lead Kevin Hart to quit his job as host of the 2019 Oscars.

Kevin Hart resigns as Oscars host

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2019

Students and faculty gather for Syrian Cuisine

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2018
New developments this Summer have made 3d-printed guns closer to being accessed by the public. This is the most famous model of the 3d-printed guns, "The Liberator."

3D-printed guns should be illegal

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2018
Nuckley’s favorite food is cooked mushrooms, but her most hated food is raw mushrooms!

New Biology teacher joins staff

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
October 7, 2018

Getting back into the swing of things

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
June 23, 2018
Scantrons are more trouble than they are worth, and they should not be used for testing.

Why we shouldn’t use scantrons for tests

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 31, 2018
Mark poses for an ID card for one of his other business ventures. He does many side businesses including being a musician, and credit card processing.

Ready for takeoff: Stories from a retired pilot

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2018
The infamous image from the film “Get Out.” Controversy stirred after the movie was nominated for Best Comedy or Musical.

‘Get Out’ to compete as a comedy at the Golden Globes

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2017
Sophomore Jennifer DeStefano prepares to do her work in the now computer less media center.

High school goes paperless after one-to-one laptop program

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2017
Twitter user @kelshareese hopped on the trending topic regarding Jenner stealing designs from the popular company, PluggedNYC.

Jenner jacks designs from black business PluggedNYC

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
June 22, 2017
Cecilia Vanti's case binder. This specific binder contained all of the information she needed for a specific case. Some of the paperwork includes a script, a checklist of things to make sure the doctor asks, etc.

Ill for income

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
June 5, 2017
The cafeteria lunch line where all of the merchandise is held. Lantieri's office, where he monitors the line, is behind the counter, out of frame.

Cafeteria theft continues despite downward trend

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 18, 2017
Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons RuPaul's Drag Race contestant Charlie Hides was eliminated after a dull lip sync, leaving him in twelfth place.

Charlie Hides sashays away after lame lipsync

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2017
Anna posing with her host family. Even though her family looks unhappy, they aren’t. Senegalese people have the tendency to not smile in photographs.

A pilgrimage for peace

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2017
The Greene family stands before their Christmas tree in their newly rebuilt home. Pictured left to right: Irving Greene, their poodle Mocha, Sarah Greene, Charis Greene, and Isis Kirkland.

[Photo] Patiently waiting

April 20, 2017
Greene family dog, Mocha, stares out of the townhouse window. The miniature poodle grew accustomed to the Greene family’s second living space post-fire fairly well.

[Photo] Not-So-Suite Life

April 20, 2017
Betsy Wald smiles, reflecting on fond memories during her time at the library.

Public librarian steps down after five years

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2017
Glen Rock Municipal Building, where the zoning department work session took place. Borough members and residents gathered to discuss plans for affordable housing units.

Glen Rock borough discusses affordable housing

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
January 12, 2017
Can you escape the Glen Rock Library?

Can you escape the Glen Rock Library?

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2016
The newest photography teacher, Jenna Dunay poses with her two favorite cameras.

Art department welcomes new teacher

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2016
A safety drill guidebook is given out in every classroom.

Follow in case of emergency

by Isis Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2016
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