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By Aidan Bahrain, Staff Writer As the academic year comes to a close, students from different grades reflect on their experiences, growth, and memorable moments that have shaped their journeys. From the freshman stepping into a new world to the juniors preparing for the final stretch, each stage has brought its own set of challenges,…
By Ayah Hassan, Staff Writer American singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter has recently released a new single, “Please Please Please” as of June 6th of this year. Her song “Espresso” was released not long before. The iconic music video ended with Sabrina getting arrested and was followed by the music video of “Please Please Please,” which was…
By Alexander El Sawi, Staff Writer As the year winds down, high school freshmen are looking forward to their sophomore year with a mix of excitement, anticipation, and slight anxiety. For freshmen, the transition to sophomore year is a step toward greater independence and responsibility. “I would view freshman year as a test for the…
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor in Chief River Hill offers a wide variety of courses, covering virtually every academic and artistic discipline. In particular, the school offers a strong selection of elective courses, which allow students to invest time into and learn more about niche topics that may not be covered in core classes. Due to…
By Abigale Paterniti, Staff Writer According to John Hopkins Medicine, M.D. Anna Lien-Lun Chien, SPF is crucial because it is important for preventing sun spots, skin cancer, and burns, especially on a hot day when the UV index is high. It should have the same priority in your everyday routine as brushing your teeth or…
By Benjamin Hong, Co-Editor in Chief As the school year draws to a close, so too does the work of Hawks enrolled in River Hill’s Independent Research I class. In this program, students learn how to pursue an original research project in a field of their own choosing throughout the year, developing innovative and novel…
By Jack Hardman, Staff Writer As the school year comes to a close, clubs all across River Hill have begun winding down and setting plans for next year. Many are posing for yearbook pictures, hosting banquets, having officer elections, or competing for nationals. However, some clubs like FBLA aren’t winding down, with nationals over the…
By Abigale Paterniti, Staff Writer Any summer plans? You may have none, but your teachers certainly have plans for you. Summer preparation for the next grade level is crucial to ensure a smooth transition from this year to the next. Before the summer break begins, students can expect teachers from the River Hill math department,…
By Shivali Shah, Staff Writer After the last bell on the final day of school rings, stresses about schoolwork are quickly replaced with enthusiasm for summer vacation. Students eagerly anticipate days at the beach, trips with friends and family along with the promise of fun and excitement. Students and their families seek to make the…
By Connor Hawthorne, Co-Editor in Chief Working a summer job can have many benefits for high school students looking to stay busy and earn some money. Luckily for River Hill students, there are a multitude of local employment opportunities that they can take advantage of to stay busy during the summer. One incredibly popular summer…