By Bailey Schwab, Features Editor The College Board SAT test will be undergoing some drastic changes this spring, including a new 1600 point scale, an optional essay, a non-calculator section, and the elimination of a penalty for wrong answers. The new SAT will include an 800 point section on math and another 800 point section…
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Band Department prepares for upcoming concerts
By Jack Morris, Staff Writer Under the instruction of Band Director Joseph Fischer, River Hill’s Music Department has expanded and continues to thrive. During an interview, Fischer discussed the importance of the River Hill Music Department and cited that it was one of the best programs that students could be involved in at school. Fischer,…
The Spring production of High School Musical
By Kirsten Kruus, News Editor It was just a few months ago that the River Hill Theatre Arts wrapped up the presentation of The Odd Couple, consisting of the two different casts, the male and female versions, back in October. Now coming to River Hill Theaters this Spring is the production of the popular Disney…
Skyping with author of American Born Chinese, Gene Yang
By Carol Bello, Features Editor River Hill hosted a Skype conference with the author of this year’s community read, American Born Chinese. On Friday, December 12th, graphic novelist and comic enthusiast Gene Yang was traveling during the scheduled meet, but still found time to engage in a virtual conference with approximately 60 English students from…
German students create iconic Berlin Wall
By Shereen Ashai, News Editor Early in November, students walking the halls may have stumbled across a large black wall in the front lobby obstructing their paths to their next class. This large barrier, assembled from cardboard boxes, was River Hill’s reconstruction of the Berlin Wall to honor the 25th anniversary of its demolition. For…
Ebola has hit the U.S.
By Brandon Kim Sports Editor With the recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in Western Africa, global awareness on the virus has reached an all-time high. However with cases emerging in Spain and the United States, mere awareness of the virus has evolved into all out panic. The outbreak, which began in late 2013, has…
Organization Helps Students Pay For College
By Shereen Ashai, News Editor As River Hill seniors embark on the infamous college application journey, a dark cloud lingers over the minds of these applicants—money. When determining where to apply, it is crucial to consider the financial obligations that are inextricably linked to each university. Aside from tuition, the application fees themselves can range…