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…
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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…
The Class of 2029’s First Glimpse into River Hill
By Shivali Shah, Co-Editor In Chief With the 2024-2025 school year drawing to a close, the freshman Class of 2029 is soon to make an appearance in the halls of River Hill. Eager to get a glimpse of the next four years, 8th grade students from all over the district streamed into the school to…
Hawks Soar at National Math Competition
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor-In-Chief On Saturday, May 31, high school students from across Howard County traveled to Penn State University to compete in the American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) competition. A national math competition involving a full day of intense problem solving, including team rounds, proof-based “power” rounds, and individual tests, ARML provides students a…
River Hill Juniors Take on Physics Final at Six Flags
By Mehreen Alamgir, Staff Writer Instead of bubbling in answers on a Scantron or solving problems in silence, Juniors in Mr. Serrano’s AP Physics class at River Hill High School took their final exam at Six Flags America this year. In small groups of 3–4 students, students rode roller coasters, filmed videos and used real-life…
Hawks Help Paws Club Partners with Charm Rescue
By Ema Bojaxhi, Staff Writer The Hawks Help Paws Club here at River Hill High School has always been committed to making a difference in the lives of animals. This year, on May 25th the club partnered with Charm Rescue, a Maryland-based nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and advocating for animals in need. Formerly…





