By Babiha Kaur, Digital Editor As of Wednesday, September 20, River Hill’s start time changed from 8:00 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. The new change was implemented in order to allow buses to transport students to school on time. Although the time was adjusted by only ten minutes, River Hill students are still affected by it….
Category: Opinion
Rick & Morty: An Otherworldly Show
By Ryan Burnett, Staff Writer From space aliens to Pickle Rick, Rick & Morty has it all. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the Smith family, making every episode completely different from each other. The show is set in Seattle, Washington, and focuses on the Smith Family: which includes Rick, Morty, Beth, Jerry,…
48-Hour Cookies: Worth the Wait?
By Claire Burnett, The Current Co-Editor-in-Chief Everyone has their own take on the perfect chocolate chip cookie. While I usually use my grandma’s recipe for my ideal chocolate chip cookie, I stumbled upon Alvin Zhou’s recipe for 48-hour chocolate chip cookies. Previously, I baked Alvin’s 100-hour fudgy brownies, and even though they took a lot…
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder: Book Review
By Ananya Sharma, Staff Writer A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (AGGGTM) is the first book in a three-part mystery series by Holly Jackson. AGGGTM has been a popular choice for fans of the YA mystery genre, and in light of BBC Three recently announcing plans to adapt the novel into a TV show, I…
Missing (2023) Movie Review
By Lauren Shin, Staff Writer Starring Storm Reid as teenage protagonist June, Missing follows June’s search for her mother and her mother’s new boyfriend when they never return from their vacation to Colombia. The audience witnesses Reid’s story through the screen of her computer, as she creatively utilizes all the latest technology to track down…
Making Your Own Prom Dress: Is It Worth It?
By Riley Gonzales, News Editor If you’re ever planning on making your own prom dress, here’s an important tip: Make sure you buy the correct fabric before you begin sewing. It seems pretty obvious, but you want to go into the project prepared, having done the correct research and acquired the correct materials. As an…
Better Call Saul: A Deeper Look Into The Breaking Bad Universe
By Will Specht, Staff Writer Better Call Saul season 6 is now available on Netflix, after many viewers have waited 9 grueling months to find out what happens to Saul Goodman. The show is a prequel and a sequel to the critically acclaimed show Breaking Bad. Any fan of Breaking Bad should definitely check this…
What Do You Hope to Get Out of High School?
By Kamarya Buckley, Staff Writer River Hill High School students were asked a simple yet thought-provoking question: “What do you want out of high school?” The answers were interesting, while some students wish to pursue academic success, others focused on networking, social connections, and personal growth. Student goals for high school differ widely from person to person. …
Stories of Your Life and Others: The Gateway to Science Fiction
By Benjamin Hong, Staff Writer A lesson in physics set in the context of an alien landing. A reflection on the commercialization of mystic rituals. A reimagining of the Tower of Babylon. This 2002 anthology of the celebrated science fiction writer Ted Chiang’s first 8 novellas features a diverse collection of worlds and characters. With…
Summer Fashion
By Aneesa Khawaja, Staff Writer As summer approaches, River Hill students prepare their attire for the scorching heat this year. Students are embracing their individuality and bringing out their greatest attributes. Despite unpredictable weather, River Hill students should remain up to date on the newest trends. From floral dresses to cargo jeans ,students highlight their…