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The Latest - Golf Captures Title and Softball Advances
The Latest – Golf Captures Title and Softball Advances
May 14, 2026
The Latest–Girls basketball continues their strong season and bowling picks up 2 wins
The Latest–Girls basketball continues their strong season and bowling picks up 2 wins
February 5, 2026
The Latest–Boys swim wins against Don Bosco Prep, girls basketball continues their winning streak, and cheer start off their season with a win
The Latest–Boys swim wins against Don Bosco Prep, girls basketball continues their winning streak, and cheer start off their season with a win
January 15, 2026
The Latest—NVOT winter sports all find success during the Winter Break
The Latest—NVOT winter sports all find success during the Winter Break
January 8, 2026
The Latest–Football defeats West Milford 40-0, and girls soccer moves on to semis in the NJSIAA tournament
The Latest–Football defeats West Milford 40-0, and girls soccer moves on to semis in the NJSIAA tournament
November 11, 2025
Photo Courtesy of Courtney Reinfried
Crescendoing to the Top
June 2, 2026
Courtesy of UNICEF Club’s website
Act Locally, Help Globally
May 20, 2026
Step2Shine: From Northern Valley to the World
Step2Shine: From Northern Valley to the World
May 4, 2026
JNHS Inductees (including Mr. Bill Paris and Ms. Keiko Kitazawa)
A Taste of Japan at NVOT
April 9, 2026
Jennifer Fernandez prepares her students with a hands-on Cabinet simulation activity.
Freshman Take on the Cabinet
March 5, 2026
Strong Women, Strong World
Strong Women, Strong World
April 9, 2026
The Notebook is the Most Overrated Romance Ever
The Notebook is the Most Overrated Romance Ever
February 13, 2026
Screenshot
Everyone is Golden on Friday Knights
October 17, 2025
Bet-idemic
Bet-idemic
April 21, 2025
Are “School Accounts” Harmless Fun or Crossing the Line?
Are “School Accounts” Harmless Fun or Crossing the Line?
April 21, 2025
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This year's 2020 election sparks debate with the country's high schoolers.
Should the Voting Age Be Lowered to 16?
October 26, 2020
Fall Back... Into Seasonal Depression?
Fall Back… Into Seasonal Depression?
November 6, 2019
Word vs. Docs
Word vs. Docs
January 29, 2019
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
December 21, 2018
The Rest of Trump’s Presidency in the Eyes of 3 Anonymous Students
The Rest of Trump’s Presidency in the Eyes of 3 Anonymous Students
March 4, 2025
America must prioritize unity in order to reach its full potential.
Unity
June 22, 2021
Our school community must step up and stand against anti-Asian discrimination.
Not America’s Punching Bag
May 16, 2021
While Black History Month may be coming to an end, we must always honor the efforts and accomplishments of Black Americans.
Black History Month: Honoring Marsha P. Johnson
February 26, 2021
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
February 11, 2021
2025-2026 Coldwater Literary Magazine Staff
From Ideas To Publication
June 13, 2026
Coming Out of Her Shell: Joyce Park Embraces Her Individuality
Coming Out of Her Shell: Joyce Park Embraces Her Individuality
June 10, 2026
Hot Takes: Off Campus
Hot Takes: Off Campus
June 9, 2026
A Retro Game Returns to the Courtyard
A Retro Game Returns to the Courtyard
May 21, 2026
The Ultimate Guide on How to Prompose
The Ultimate Guide on How to Prompose
May 21, 2026
Love Larry: Holiday Edition
Love Larry: Holiday Edition
December 19, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
By Kevin Ju
Music Madness
April 9, 2024
Review: Anyone But You
Review: Anyone But You
January 18, 2024
Graphic by Mia Cariati and Angela Nipitella
Does Snow Land on Top?
December 18, 2023
She Never Goes Out Of Style
She Never Goes Out Of Style
November 7, 2023
We Weren’t Ready For It
We Weren’t Ready For It
October 27, 2023
Winter 2025 Playlist
Winter 2025 Playlist
December 3, 2025
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
October 31, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
September 18, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
May 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
February 10, 2023
The Lance Tries: Ordering What The Person In Front Of Us Ordered
The Lance Tries: Ordering What The Person In Front Of Us Ordered
April 9, 2025
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
October 31, 2024
The Lance Tries: Crumbl
The Lance Tries: Crumbl
October 15, 2024
Six sweeet holiday treats, recipes courtesy of the guidance department.
The Lance Tries: Guidance’s Favorite Holiday Desserts
December 13, 2021
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.
The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends
April 30, 2021
Slime makes its way back into the hands of high schoolers.
The Lance Rewind: Slime
September 28, 2021
The Rainbow Loom Bands
The Lance Rewind: Rainbow Loom
March 16, 2020
Josh Lee
The Lance Rewind: ASK.fm
January 29, 2018
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
March 3, 2017
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
October 21, 2016
Hot Takes: Off Campus
Hot Takes: Off Campus
June 9, 2026
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2026
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2026
May 11, 2026
Hot Takes: Who’s Taking the Trophy?
Hot Takes: Who’s Taking the Trophy?
January 30, 2026
Hot Takes: The Housemaid
Hot Takes: The Housemaid
January 16, 2026
Hot Takes: Stranger Things Finale
Hot Takes: Stranger Things Finale
January 12, 2026
Coming Out of Her Shell: Joyce Park Embraces Her Individuality
Coming Out of Her Shell: Joyce Park Embraces Her Individuality
June 10, 2026
Anoo and Damwani posing at States after qualifying for Nationals
DECA Novice to Nationals
June 2, 2026
Radar Guns Behind the Backstop
Radar Guns Behind the Backstop
June 1, 2026
It Runs in the Jeans
It Runs in the Jeans
May 15, 2026
March Fashion Student of the Month
March Fashion Student of the Month
March 31, 2026
Brandon Gregory
Brandon Gregory
May 17, 2023
William Curts
William Curts
May 17, 2023
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
May 5, 2023
Daniella Ashbahian
Daniella Ashbahian
May 5, 2023
Michael Santa Cruz
Michael Santa Cruz
May 5, 2023
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
December 5, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
November 17, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
September 9, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
June 3, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
May 15, 2025
Team celebrate after receiving the plaque.
Boys Baseball Sectional Finals (Photos)
June 8, 2026
Anoo and Damwani posing at States after qualifying for Nationals
DECA Novice to Nationals
June 2, 2026
Radar Guns Behind the Backstop
Radar Guns Behind the Backstop
June 1, 2026
Boys and Girls Track and Field wins County Championship
Boys and Girls Track and Field wins County Championship
May 18, 2026
The Latest - Golf Captures Title and Softball Advances
The Latest – Golf Captures Title and Softball Advances
May 14, 2026
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 23, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 16, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 10, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of April 25
May 2, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports — Week of April 18
April 25, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 12
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 12
November 22, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
October 25, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
October 17, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 3
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 3
September 19, 2024
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 16
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 16
December 23, 2023
This image is to represent the oposing sides in this article. Elaina (left) has question marks, while Adam (right) has a list of some of the teams from March Madness.
March Madness: Elaina versus Adam
April 4, 2025
Hallway Madness
Hallway Madness
April 9, 2024
By Kevin Ju
Music Madness
April 9, 2024
Movie Madness
Movie Madness
April 9, 2024
Starch Madness
Starch Madness
April 8, 2024
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Ava Petrilli

Ava Petrilli, Special Projects Editor

Hi everyone, my name is Ava and I am the Special Projects Editor for the Lance. Besides writing for the school paper, I enjoy watching sports, going on late night drives, and making friends.

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