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…
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Dance Auditions for the 2025-2026 Year Wrap Up: Get Ready for an Exciting Year!
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…
College Commitments and Career Choices
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…
Breaking Barriers: TEDxRiverHillHS
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…
“Donate Blood, Platelets, or Plasma. Give Life”
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…
2025 NFL Scouting Combine
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…
A Valentines’ Day Tradition: River Hill’s Rose Sale Fundraiser
By Shivali Shah, Digital Editor Valentine’s Day brings a unique kind of energy–one filled with gestures of affection and appreciation that lifts spirits and creates a sense of connection. At River Hill, the annual rose sale has become a cherished tradition that taps into this spirit. Run by the Class of 2025’s SGA, the fundraiser…
River Hill Reacts To The SuperBowl Halftime Show
By Alu Machinjili, Staff Writer The highly anticipated Super Bowl performance was a brilliant event that captivated audiences with its mix of creativity, music, and powerful messages. This year’s halftime performance featured Kendrick Lamar and SZA with surprise cameos from Samuel L. Jackson, Serena Williams and DJ Mustard. This show not only showcased music but…
The Snow Day Crisis
By Nikhil Krishnamoorthi, Staff Writer For the past month, public schools in Howard County have been closing due to excessive snow occurring in the county, which will lead to extra days at the end of the year. Many students and teachers are affected by this occurrence. Some enjoyed their time off and used it as…
The NBA Trade Deadline
By Vincent Wang, Staff Writer The NBA trade deadline on February 6, 2025, has had some surprising notable moves. In a huge trade, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, in return the Dallas Mavericks got in exchange Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round draft pick. This huge move was met by shock…