By Jennifer Newman, Staff Writer This year’s midterm exam schedule looks noticeably different from previous years, with adjustments to both the testing order and the length of exams. These changes were made in hopes of improving the testing experience, but many students and teachers have concerns about the new arrangement. Previously, students began testing with…
Author: Ben Hong
Friday Night Lights Go Pink
By Millie George, Staff Writer River Hills football team kicked off in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month with a “Pink Out Game” on October 24th. The Hawks, sporting pink-lettered jerseys, won against the Marriotts Ridge Mustangs 35-6. “It was fun to see everything all pinked out, and it was for a good cause!” said…
River Hill Weighs in on the World Series
By Robert Ortiz, Staff Writer As the World Series concludes, with the Dodgers beating the Blue Jays, RHHS Baseball players have described how their initial predictions played out, along with their conflicting thoughts as the Series unfolded. The Dodgers entered the Series hot after a 4 – 0 sweep over the Milwaukee Brewers, while the…
Blankets of Compassion: River Hill’s Linus Project Club helps children in need one stitch at a time
By Millie George, Staff Writer A club at River Hill High School provides the opportunity for students to weave compassion into blankets for youth in challenging circumstances. The Linus Project club, led by Eliza Buchman, creates blankets in hopes of having an impact on children who are ill, have been through hardship, or just need…
River Hill Village Center Subway Permanently Closes
By Adam Hawthorne, Staff Writer All great things must come to an end, and unfortunately, that includes the Subway in the River Hill Village Center. After serving the community for more than a decade, the sandwich shop has officially closed its doors, leaving students and families without one of their most convenient food options. For…
Hawks Aim High: National Honor Society Applications for the 2025-2026 Year
By Maya Gambhir, Staff Writer The RHHS National Honor Society Chapter (NHS) application process is in full swing this month, with many upperclassmen scrambling to complete their applications on time. With upperclassmen completing and submitting their service hours and finalizing other application requirements, including written applications and teacher recommendations, the National Honor Society world is…
River Hill Welcomes New Flock of Teachers to the Nest
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor-In-Chief This year, River Hill welcomes two new faces to its staff: Dr. Tina Turk, part of the Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP), and Jessica Felix, the school’s new psychologist. Both bring with them a dizzying array of experience, alongside a passion for supporting students in and out of the classroom. Turk’s…
River Hill’s Future Business Leaders Gear Up for a Spectacular Season!
By Maya Gambhir, Staff Writer As we kick off the school year, many River Hill clubs and organizations are preparing to welcome new members and start another amazing year. One of River Hill’s largest and most well-known clubs is the Future Business Leaders of America, or FBLA, which provides students with a broad range of…
Summer Unlocked: The Reality Behind Teen’s Summer Plans
By Siena Houk, Staff Writer As the school year comes to an end at River Hill High School, students are gearing up for a summer full of exciting plans. From relaxation to travel, many students plan on making the most of their break. Whether just chilling or traveling all around the world, students are ready…
2025 NBA Finals Preview
By Vincent Wang, Staff Writer With the 2025 NBA Conference Finals wrapped up, the 2025 NBA Finals matchup is set as a best of 7 series between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. What makes this matchup so special one might ask? This Finals will determine who wins their first ring, Pacers superstar…





