Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Since 1956

The Glen Echo
Julia Rooney

Julia Rooney, Managing Editor

Julia Rooney is a senior at Glen Rock High School and the Managing Editor for The Glen Echo. She loves to write and has been writing for The Glen Echo for three years. In her free time Julia loves to spend time with her family and friends.

Email: [email protected]

All content by Julia Rooney
Students taking AP tests have been preparing in their classes throughout the year. The exams began on May 1.

[Photo] AP tests stress students, security alike

by Jenny DeStefano, Managing Editor
May 12, 2017
The posters for the event helped bring a great turnout to the event. "We were expecting a few people and that everyone would just lip sync, but the turnout was great," said Jones, "Everyone was super ready to perform and cheer others on. We had a lot of fun."

A LEAP of faith on karaoke night

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
April 7, 2017
Scranton sponsors 19 NCAA Division III athletic programs, 10 for women. 

Same name, different games

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
March 29, 2017
The land surveyor of Edwards Engineering Group Inc. did not comment on the condition of the tennis courts

Cracking courts call for second demolition

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
March 27, 2017
In order to lessen the yearly budget, six middle schools sports will likely be cut next year.

Sidelined: Middle school to potentially remove six athletic programs

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
February 14, 2017
Most high school students work minimum wage jobs. These 12 things will help them keep their cash.

Twelve ways to stretch your five dollar bill

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
February 1, 2017
The app allows you to "up" or "down" a comment, this shows how popular the comment is

The app that keeps coming back

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 31, 2017
Fabrikant had worked years on the book, going through different publishers, before the book was released in 2013.

An open book on gender identity

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 18, 2017
Driving Your Performance, Gas Engine Construction and Operation, Electrical Systems, Air Conditioning and Electrical Accessories, Automotive Brake Systems, Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems are the courses offered to receive the total 29.5 credits in an Automotive Mechanics Program.

Tuning up

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 13, 2017
During school hours, The Hamilton Circle is only made accessible to emergency vehicles.

Overloaded streets make driving, parking difficult near high school

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 5, 2017
In 2015, on Thanksgiving Day, President Barack Obama made phone calls to U.S. troops stationed worldwide, spreading holiday spirit. This will be Obama's last holiday season in the Oval Office.

7 things to look forward to this November

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
November 2, 2016

Students seek alternative to annual pep rally

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
October 14, 2016
The student section at the first friday night home game this season was packed and full of energy, setting the bar high for the next home friday night game

10 things to look forward to this October

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
September 27, 2016
The survey is a total of 18 multiple-choice questions, and takes approximately five minutes to fill out. It is completely voluntary and submitted anonymously, being that the only motive is to seek feedback about the current form of reporting.

NJDOE uses community input on school performance

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
September 20, 2016
Jennifer Miller is one of the 77 Valedictorians in Bergen County.

Valedictorian receives honors at congratulatory breakfast

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
June 13, 2016
Temporarily shut down, the sink in the middle school faculty room was one of four that tested positive for lead.

Tests reveal lead in school district water

by Colin Morrow, Ben Solomon, and Julia Rooney
June 2, 2016
Physical Education students were encouraged to try a healthy salsa after attending a powerpoint presentation.

Student pushes nutritious eating

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
May 25, 2016
Junior students pose for a picture at the Cassidy household before attending their prom.

[Photo] Students enjoy junior prom night

by Collin Morrow, Sports Social Media Editor
May 17, 2016
Teachers received their own personal laptops at the beginning of the 2015-2016 in hopes that all the district lap tops would be the same.

[Photo] Student laptops delayed for another year

by Patricia Whyte and Julia Blando
May 3, 2016
Glen Rock: A Retrospective

Glen Rock: A Retrospective

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
April 28, 2016
Sergio Galvez asked varsity volleyball player Lizzie Alba with a volleyball inspired poster.

[Photo] Prom: past and present

by Kate Casey, Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2016
The leakage began around noon on Feb. 2, 2016.

Sewage leak provokes chaos

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
February 2, 2016
Heavy amounts of slow cover the streets in Park Slope, Brooklyn

Snowstorm shuts down town for the weekend

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 22, 2016
Hung at the entrance of the junior hallway, a poster presented by the AP College board acknowledges the school's honor.

Glen Rock joins the College Board’s AP Honor Roll

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
January 15, 2016
In fifth grade, Julia Rooney was the only girl on the Glen Rock football team.

[Photo] Braids and shoulder pads

by Max Felsenstein, Managing Editor
January 14, 2016
The new mats were delivered on December 3rd.

[Photo] Panthers gear up for wrestling season

by Ryan Morley, Staff Writer
December 21, 2015
You can purchase a gift card by filling out a form and check to the Glen Rock Hockey Association

Hockey team sells gift cards to pay for ice-time

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
December 12, 2015
Between caring for the sick and making new friends, Becker has been making Glen Rock a better place for the past 23 years

[Photo] School nurse retires after 23 years

by Colin Morrow, Editor-in-Chief
December 22, 2015
The club got its title because it's main goal is to raise awareness about poverty.

Poverty Awareness Club brought back to high school

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
December 1, 2015

Wearing pink isn’t enough

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
November 18, 2015
Word of the day joins daily announcements

Word of the day joins daily announcements

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
November 4, 2015
Lockers must be locked at all times when not in use, according to a policy enforced by vice principal Pasciuto.

[Photo] Emptied, latched locker signals security shift for hallways

by Lilia Wood, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2015
Glen Rock prepares for a corner kick that would lead to their first goal of the game.

[Photo] Girls’ soccer exacts revenge, defeats Rutherford 5-0

by Ryan Stolz, Sports Editor
October 29, 2015
Vachon has been playing for Tri-State for five years.

Vachon commits to Marywood

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
October 23, 2015
Anti-drug ribbons for an anti-drug week.

[Photo] Red Ribbon Week provides information about drug abuse

by Julia Blando, Copy Editor
October 28, 2015
The trash and recycling bins in the hallway have been misused in the past by the school body, resulting in custodians mixing the contents of both to dispose of them.

[Photo] You recycled, but did you really?

by Lilia Wood, Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2015
The new attendance system was installed at the beginning of the 2015-2016 school year.

[Photo] New attendance system enforces punctuality

by Sophie Ferreri, Head Copy Editor
September 27, 2015
English teacher Ms. Allen covers an English 11 class, while the Board of Education is in the process of interviewing possible candidates.

High school seeks new English teacher to fill vacated position

by Max Felsenstein, Julia Rooney, Beth Keefe, and Jack Jensen
September 9, 2015
This is a close up of Jadick’s horse, Johnny where his white star-shaped patch is visable.

The girl who rides

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
June 9, 2015

A blast from the past: is 80’s fashion coming back in style?

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
May 18, 2015
Girls' lacrosse proves its success

Girls’ lacrosse proves its success

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
April 30, 2015
Jaclyn Mills, sophomore, tore her ACL this past fall and was carried off the field by her teammate, Julia Kelly, junior.

Turf fields and female athletes’ injuries: Are they related?

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
February 3, 2015
Female athletes should lift weights

Female athletes should lift weights

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
February 2, 2015
The GRHS Girls Varsity Soccer Team getting together before games for dinner helps the team stay close. The girls dress-up according to different themes for each dinner. Picture above are outfits inspired by: The Ninja Turtles, Harry Potter, M&Ms, and Miranda (a YouTube celebrity).

Girls’ varsity soccer team ends regular season undefeated

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
October 22, 2014
The Glen Rock High School Girls Tennis team hasn't made it this far in the State Sectional tournament in 14 years.

Girls’ varsity tennis wins state sectional title

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
October 15, 2014
The volleyball team recently held a free car wash. They received over $1000 in donations, showing that they work well together on and off the court.

Glen Rock Varsity Volleyball: Glen Rock vs Lodi

by Julia Rooney, Managing Editor
September 29, 2014
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