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By Carolina Alphonso, Staff Writer On Monday, March 3rd, the Howard County Board of Education put its new policy into action. Its choice has affected all schools and has many people in frustration. The new phone policy has made it so students are not permitted to access their personal devices starting at the first bell…
By Mehreen Alamgir, Staff Writer Juniors at River Hill High School prepared for the SAT on March 8th, an important test for college admissions. Many students had been studying for months, using different resources like Khan Academy, Kumon, personal tutors, and practice tests to improve their chances of getting higher scores. For most, this test…
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By Ema Bojaxhi, Staff Writer As winter slowly fades and the season of renewal approaches, many students at River Hill High School take time to observe and/or participate in Lent, a sacred period of self-reflection, sacrifice and personal growth. For forty days leading up to Easter, Lent serves as a time for Christians to pause,…
By Siena Houk, Staff Writer River Hill’s girls lacrosse team has proved itself as a strong unit in the world of sports, with many girls every year trying out in hopes of being a part of the team. With a rich history of success and a commitment to excellence, the team has earned recognition for…
By Maya Gambhir, Staff Writer In the past few weeks, River Hill’s beloved Dance Program has begun preparations for the 2025-2026 school year! On February 27th and 28th, placement auditions took place for new and existing dancers to determine which group they will be a part of next school year. Auditions were held in the…
By Ayah Hassan, Staff Writer As high school comes to an end for the class of 2025, they prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives. Transitioning from high school to college is a big change. Some students move away from their families while some decide to commute. Many have already chosen what career…
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor-In-Chief On March 8th, River Hill hosted its fourth annual TEDxRiverHillHS conference. The event brought together community members to hear speakers share ideas under this year’s theme: “Breaking Barriers.” Featured presentations covered a wide range of topics, from equity in math and climate change to mental health and the gender gap. At…
By Shivali Shah, Digital Editor “Donate Blood, Platelets, or Plasma. Give Life” – This simple slogan symbolizes the act of kindness that was central to River Hill’s Red Cross Blood Drive. The Red Cross Blood Drive took place on Thursday, March 13th, providing an opportunity for both students and teachers to contribute to a vital…
By Vincent Wang, Staff Writer River Hill High School, like many high schools across the U.S., finds itself attracted to this year’s NFL Draft Combine. This is where the promise of future NFL superstars unfolds. For River Hill students like senior Steven Lofft the combine “isn’t just a series of drills,” it’s a look into…