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  • September 29 Student bathrooms in the upstairs and downstairs C and F corridors will be unavailable on Thursday, September 30. Students should instead use upstairs and downstairs A-corridor bathrooms.
  • September 13 Periods will be shortened on Wednesday, September 15 to accommodate Safety and Wellness Day activities
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Returning to the building full-time brings new school policies.
New School Policies Shared at Wellness Day
October 8, 2021
Seniors Daniel Zhao, Ace Kim, and Ethan Szeto with advisor Steve Maietta.
TSA Club Wins Big
October 7, 2021
Testing will start on October 6.
Week of October 4 NJDOE Testing
October 3, 2021
Ava Petrilli, senior class president, selling Gold Cards in front of the school.
Go for the Gold
September 29, 2021
The graduation ceremony has been moved up.
Breaking News: Graduation ceremony time changed
June 21, 2021
America must prioritize unity in order to reach its full potential.
Unity
June 22, 2021
Where Are All the Black People?
Where Are All the Black People?
June 21, 2021
A word holds a deeper meaning than its dictionary definition.
Potatoes and the Use of Insensitive Language
June 19, 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
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This years 2020 election sparks debate with the countrys 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
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
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Womans Fight
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight
February 5, 2021
Pumpkin Pecan Waffle candle.
Are These Scents Too Hot to Candle?
October 13, 2021
A bittersweet goodbye to the block.
Review: On My Block Season 4
October 8, 2021
Slime makes its way back into the hands of high schoolers.
The Lance Rewind: Slime
September 28, 2021
These trends were fun while they lasted, but its time to say goodbye.
Trends to Leave in Summer
September 24, 2021
Quannah Chasinghorse, Yara Shahidi, and Debbie Harry at the Met Gala.
The Best and Worst Looks of the 2021 Met Gala
September 17, 2021
A bittersweet goodbye to the block.
Review: On My Block Season 4
October 8, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo sweeps the charts.
“SOUR” is Pretty Sweet
June 21, 2021
A book to keep you busy this summer.
Review: Daisy Jones & The Six
June 10, 2021
A Movie Each Day of February Break
A Movie Each Day of February Break
February 26, 2021
OMB cast.
Review: On My Block Season 3
March 25, 2020
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
June 1, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2021
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2021
March 1, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Winter 2020
The Lance Playlist: Winter 2020
December 1, 2020
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2020
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2020
September 22, 2020
Stay at home!
The Lance Playlist: April/Quarantine
April 29, 2020
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.
The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends
April 30, 2021
Olivia Genco takes on roller skating for a week
The Lance Tries: Roller Skating
June 9, 2020
Lines form in front of Popeyes as customers wait for chicken sandwiches
The Lance Tries: Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich
December 20, 2019
Setting out to eat Kalbi.
The Lance Tries: Korean Barbeque—Phoods, Photos, and Phozilla
March 29, 2018
SUCCESS: Ackerman and DePhillips after successfully completing a hole.
The Lance Tries: Disc Golf
June 21, 2017
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
The student section at the first home football game of the year.
Bleeding Blue and Gold: Virtual Fall Pep Rally 2021
October 12, 2021
Control what you can control.
2020-2021: School Year in Review
June 18, 2021
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
June 18, 2021
Teachers Takeaways from 2021
Teachers’ Takeaways from 2021
June 18, 2021
Not Just the Top of Her Class
Not Just the Top of Her Class
June 11, 2021
A GOLDen Knight: Sofia Berisha
A GOLDen Knight: Sofia Berisha
February 26, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 6
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 6
October 14, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
October 11, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 5
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 5
October 7, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
October 4, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 4
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 4
September 30, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
October 11, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
October 4, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
September 27, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
September 20, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
September 13, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 6
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 6
October 14, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 5
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 5
October 7, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 4
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 4
September 30, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 3
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 3
September 23, 2021
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy - Week 2
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 2
September 16, 2021
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Matthias Choi

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor

Hi, I'm Matthias Choi. I'm a senior and the managing editor for The Lance. I love to listen to different genres of music like classic, r&b, and pop. I'm a huge New York sports fan and I will always rep the Giants and Knicks.

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Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

What’s Happening in OT Sports

June 4, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

What’s Happening in OT Sports

May 27, 2021
Back on Track

Back on Track

May 12, 2021
Decisions, Decisions

Decisions, Decisions

May 10, 2021
Screen Shot 2021-05-10 at 8.02.11 PM

[Photo] 2021 Virtual Athlete Commitment

May 10, 2021
GOAT Soccer

[Photo] The GOAT of Soccer

April 19, 2021
This virtual series will present five different athletes sharing their perspectives on college athletics.

Don’t Stand on the Sideline

April 9, 2021
Damian Lillard celebrates after hitting a clutch shot.

The Lance’s All-Star Rework

March 19, 2021
NVOT looks forward to the upcoming spring sports season.

Spring Sports Updates

March 17, 2021
Bae swings her golf club during a tournament.

The “Club” That Got Her into Duke

March 15, 2021
The Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers square off this Sunday in their Superbowl matchup.

[Photo] Super Bowl LV Preview

February 5, 2021
NVOT announces new updates to the winter season for sports teams.

Winter Sports Season Updates

February 3, 2021
GOAT

[Photo] The GOAT of the NBA

January 20, 2021
Old Tappan has many ongoing rivalries against other schools. Which one is the greatest rival?

Who is NVOT’s Greatest Rival?

November 23, 2020
OT commemorates seniors participating in fall sports by hosting senior nights.

Looking Bright on Senior Night!

November 16, 2020
The Lance staff predicts the NBA finals.

The Lance’s Take on the 2020 NBA Finals

September 29, 2020
Changes to the Fall Sports Season

Changes to the Fall Sports Season

September 18, 2020
2020 Virtual Athlete Commitment

2020 Virtual Athlete Commitment

June 17, 2020
Dear Class of 2020

[Video] Dear Class of 2020

June 15, 2020
Jordan Fuller at Ohio State University.

Shine On Fuller

May 29, 2020
View from the stands on Diversity Day.

Diversity Day Recap

March 2, 2020
Athletes paying their respect.

NVOT Reacts to Kobe

February 7, 2020
Swim team warming up for meet.

Swimming Season Recap

January 30, 2020
Samantha Martin, Kristen Brown, Samantha Derrico, and Jennifer Fernandez sign commitment letters.

2020 Signing Day

January 8, 2020
Hatano and Song prepare for a race

Crossing the Finish Line Together

December 17, 2019
How Far Can They Go?

How Far Can They Go?

November 15, 2019
Franklin Field Stadium at the University of Pennsylvania.

Old TapPENN takes on the Penn Relays

May 17, 2019
Freshmen Declan Jaeger taking on his Fordham Prep opponent.

Jaeger on the Move

May 3, 2019
Shakespeare Lives performance of A Midsummers Night Dream at NVOT.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the Middle of Winter

March 13, 2019
The EMS Club takes on Valentine’s Week

The EMS Club takes on Valentine’s Week

February 15, 2019
Bye Bye Mold Tappan

Bye Bye Mold Tappan

November 27, 2018
The First Concert Falls on a Thursday

The First Concert Falls on a Thursday

November 27, 2018
A New Light at College Night

A New Light at College Night

October 23, 2018
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