By Carolina Alphonso, Staff Writer It’s one of the most dangerous places in the world. No, not I-95 and not a public bathroom. While both are terrifying in their own way, neither can compare to the terror of a high school hallway. Many students are speeding their way to their classes, hurrying up and down…
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Trump’s New Policies: How do They Impact Federal Workers?
By Siena Houk, Staff Writer When a President introduces new policies, the effects ripple across the country, impacting everyday people, such as Federal employees. Under Donald Trump’s administration, changes in government regulations, budgets, and labor rules have altered how millions of federal workers are able to do their jobs. From shifts in pay and benefits…
The Future of Education: What Students Fear about the Department of Education’s Removal
By Ema Bojaxhi, Staff Writer With the threat of removing the Department of Education, students across the country are grappling with what this means for their future. Some worry about losing financial aid, while others fear that education quality will depend too much on where they live. For many, this decision could widen the gap…
River Hill Students Protest Anti-DEI Initiatives
By Benjamin Hong, Editor In Chief; Connor Hawthorne, Editor In Chief; Shivali Shah, Digital Editor; Abigale Paterniti, News Editor On Wednesday, February 5th, approximately 125 students participated in a school-wide walkout to protest Executive Order 14151, passed by President Donald Trump on January 20. Entitled “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing,” this…
Hawks Celebrate Lunar New Year!
By Shivali Shah, Digital Editor River Hill’s Lunar New Year celebration on January 30th was one filled with cultural richness and excitement. Coupling the many talents of River Hill students with the vibrant traditions of the Lunar New Year, Project Lotus and the Chinese Honor Society made the event a memorable and immersive experience. Lunar…
National Chinese Honors Society Hosts Dumpling Making Event
By Alu Machinjili, Staff Writer On January 28, 2025, River Hills National Chinese Honor Society hosted a dumpling celebration in room 151. This event was not merely a culinary gathering, but also a celebration of cultural heritage highlighting the significance of dumplings in Chinese tradition. It attracted food lovers from all over the school. This…
Anger At River Hill Over TikTok Ban
By Ema Bojaxhi, Staff Writer In early 2024, Congress passed a bill banning TikTok in January 2025. Ultimately, the order was temporarily halted; however, the debate over the app has continued amid intense controversy. At River Hill High School, the app had become a major part of daily life. The popular social media platform, owned…
Bracelet Making Event: Angels Network
By Mehreen Alamgir, Staff Writer The Angels Network Club recently held its annual Bracelet Making Event, and it was a lot of fun! This event is always a favorite among students, not just because it’s enjoyable, but because it’s a great way to earn volunteer hours for those who need it. This year was no…
River Hill Mock Trial: Hawks in Law Soaring to Victory
By Maya Gambhir, Staff Writer Several of our River Hill academic teams are entering the thick of their competition season this month. One of these clubs is the Mock Trial team, who began their weekly trials this past month against other Howard County Schools. The team spent much of November and December in the audition…
Students Forge Their Futures at the Science in Society Conference
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor-In-Chief On February 1st, students from across Howard County gathered at Glenelg High School for the 2025 iteration of the Science in Society conference. Founded in 2015, the conference is an annual celebration of real-world applications of science topics, with particular emphasis on inspiring a love for STEM in students from all…