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The Lance

The Student News Site of Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan

The Lance

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Artist Spotlight: Janice Sumin Choi

Artist Spotlight: Janice Sumin Choi

Amelia Carroll, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

  From coloring in bright landscapes, to intricate free hand self-portraits, Janice Sumin Choi, a senior at NVOT, has displayed her artistic journey through her love for vibrant colors, allowing...

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...

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...

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...

The Lance 2024 Halloween Costume Predictions

The Lance 2024 Halloween Costume Predictions

Lili Setrakian and Erica Chung October 31, 2024

Every year kids of all ages have to decide what the perfect costume is for them. From earth-toned deers to classics like princesses, all these costumes are exciting and creative options. Whether someone...

Cozy Confections To Try This Autumn

Cozy Confections To Try This Autumn

Erica Chung and Eva Saric October 30, 2024

As temperatures dip and leaves begin to change, there is no better way to celebrate autumn’s arrival than enjoying a hearty baked treat. This crisp season offers an assortment of unique flavors: apple,...

Artist Spotlight: Seoyeon Kim

Artist Spotlight: Seoyeon Kim

Sofia Mangano, Managing Edior October 21, 2024

The Lance Tries: Crumbl

The Lance Tries: Crumbl

Nora Lee and Allison Mimeles October 15, 2024

Crumbl is a cookie chain with locations all across America that has recently gained tons of popularity online. This cookie company adds new flavors every week that keeps their fans invested and people...

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...

The Lance’s Hot Takes 10

The Lance’s Hot Takes 10

Gracie Gallucci and Sofia Mangano September 10, 2024

Hey guys, first week back at school, and we are here to deliver everyone’s favorite part of The Lance: Hot Takes. I’m (Gracie) back and can’t wait to deliver all of this summer’s latest gossip....

NVOT’s Unstoppable Music Department

NVOT’s Unstoppable Music Department

Violet Oster and Jennifer Kelly May 23, 2024

Throughout the school year, the NVOT Music Department fulfilled many great achievements, and as the school year is coming to a close, they haven’t stopped.  On Wednesday, April 24 the orchestra went...

Golden Arts 2024 Metros Nominations

Golden Arts 2024 Metros Nominations

Violet Oster, Staff Writer May 16, 2024

The Metropolitan High School Theater Awards (The Metros) announced its nominations on May 14. NVOT earned a total of nine nominations.  Nominated senior, Roman Gatti, said, “I am excited for the...

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