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NVOT’s Cultural Exchange Program
NVOT’s Cultural Exchange Program
Matthew Woo November 6, 2024

On Thursday, October 17, 50 students and 12 teachers from Seisa High School in Yokohama, Japan visited NVOT through the school’s Japanese Cultural Exchange Program. The event occurred over a one day...

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The Trunk-or-Treat Photo Gallery
Elaina Bob, Associate Editor • November 4, 2024

The annual NVOT Trunk-or-Treat was held in the North Gym on Wednesday, October 30 Clubs and Associations joined together to celebrate the spooky festivities, giving children candy to eat and memories to...

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Next Man Up
Next Man Up
Annabelle Lee and Justin Garber September 30, 2024

Following the departures of Dr. Bruce Sabatini in 2022 and Dr. Timothy Gouraige in 2023, the NVRHS Board of Education sought out a long-term candidate to fill the principal position prior to the start...

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Spooky Secrets to Scare Your Friends
Spooky Secrets to Scare Your Friends
Alex Cleary, Associate Editor • October 31, 2024

When everyone’s front yard suddenly becomes a cemetery, you know Halloween is coming. Nowadays, despite some things still being scary, like watching a horror movie or your parents opening Genesis, Halloween isn’t as spooky as we think. The only way to make Halloween scarier than ever, is to be the...

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Art by Kevin Ju
Mind Over Muscle
Omar Hassan and Sam Bilali October 21, 2024

With the school year in full swing, high school students all over the country are quickly being bombarded with tons of extracurricular activities–the most common one being sports. We here at The Lance are no strangers to the stress of sports since many of us are athletes. To help give some insight...

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Is TikTok going to free the Menendez brothers?
Is TikTok going to free the Menendez brothers?
Sofia Mangano, Managing Editor • November 14, 2024

Lyle and Erik Menendez, sentenced to life in prison since 1996, may now be getting a second chance at freedom and Gen Z may be the reason why. The murder of the Menendez parents and subsequent trial divided...

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Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
Gracie Gallucci and Sofia Mangano November 12, 2024

Hope you didn’t miss us too much, but we are back and ready to talk more about the latest celebrity gossip! We are taking Hot Takes in a new direction this week and will be talking about the most exciting...

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The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
Kevin Ju, Editor in Chief • October 31, 2024

Walking around town, you may find some neatly decorated pumpkins in front of houses and stores and fall in love with the idea of making one of your own. I mean, what’s not to love? They’re pretty...

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October Fashion Student of the Month
October Fashion Student of the Month
Violet Oster, Arts Editor • November 4, 2024

This month, we celebrate Tim Lee, an inspiring fashion enthusiast whose unique style has made a mark at NVOT. With a passion for experimenting with clothing and a nod to family heritage, Lee is a true trendsetter in the school’s community.   Lee said, “Towards the end of eighth grade,...

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September Fashion Student of the Month
September Fashion Student of the Month
October 7, 2024

There is nothing more exciting than showing off our most fashionable knights through their creativity and dynamic styles. This year, we strive to not only showcase fashionable knights, but also tell their stories.   September’s Fashion Student of the Month is a fashion-obsessed senior:...

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The Latest - Volleyball ended their season remaining undefeated, Football won in the final round tournament, and both Emme Fermin and Benjamin Johnson ended their seasons on a high note.
The Latest – Volleyball ended their season remaining undefeated, Football won in the final round tournament, and both Emme Fermin and Benjamin Johnson ended their seasons on a high note.
Yarden Drillich, Sports Editor • November 18, 2024

Football: The boys had a home game on Friday against West Essex for the NJSIAA Tournament Final Round and won 41- 13. Sophomore Zachery Miceli had 171 total passing yards, senior Nick Rossi had 132...

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NVOT vs. Cranford
NVOT vs. Cranford
Andrew John, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024

NVOT faced Cranford High School at Old Tappan in the State Sectional Semifinal Round on Friday, November 8. An action-packed game resulted in a Knight’s victory, and we have a recap of all the action.    First...

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