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The Latest—GSA Club, Student Council, Esports
The Latest—GSA Club, Student Council, Esports
May 22, 2025
The Latest—TSA Club, Class of 2025, Environmental Club, Theater Department
The Latest—TSA Club, Class of 2025, Environmental Club, Theater Department
May 21, 2025
The Latest - The Softball team competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, Baseball competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, and Boys Tennis defeated Cresskill
The Latest – The Softball team competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, Baseball competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, and Boys Tennis defeated Cresskill
May 13, 2025
The Latest—Portfolio Club, Theater Department, EMS Club, Hand in Hand Club
The Latest—Portfolio Club, Theater Department, EMS Club, Hand in Hand Club
May 12, 2025
The Latest - Senior Annabelle Lee and junior Mia Derrico scored their 100th goal, Boys Volleyball went 3-0 this week
The Latest – Senior Annabelle Lee and junior Mia Derrico scored their 100th goal, Boys Volleyball went 3-0 this week
May 6, 2025
The Ace Up Their Sleeve
The Ace Up Their Sleeve
June 4, 2025
Sweet Success: Fundraiser for a Cause
Sweet Success: Fundraiser for a Cause
March 25, 2025
NVOT DECA participants pose for a picture at the State Leadership Conference
DECA Shines at States
March 21, 2025
The red indicates the area of Central Avenue, without any crosswalks
One Step Closer to Safer Streets
February 11, 2025
Golden Knights Day
Golden Knights Day
January 31, 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
Is love bombing being normalized in relationships?
Is love bombing being normalized in relationships?
April 11, 2025
Should the Death Penalty be Abolished?
Should the Death Penalty be Abolished?
April 11, 2025
Financial Literacy Should Be A High School Requirement
Financial Literacy Should Be A High School Requirement
April 10, 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
What’s been happening to video game movies?
What’s been happening to video game movies?
April 21, 2025
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
Artist Spotlight: Isabella Guerra
Artist Spotlight: Isabella Guerra
March 26, 2025
Hot Takes: The Oscars 2025
Hot Takes: The Oscars 2025
March 10, 2025
February Fashion Student of The Month
February Fashion Student of The Month
February 27, 2025
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
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 Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
December 7, 2022
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: The Oscars 2025
Hot Takes: The Oscars 2025
March 10, 2025
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
November 13, 2024
The Lance’s Hot Takes 10
The Lance’s Hot Takes 10
September 10, 2024
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2024
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2024
May 14, 2024
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024 Recap
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024 Recap
February 6, 2024
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 Teacher that Keeps on Giving
The Teacher that Keeps on Giving
May 28, 2025
Signing out of the South Cafe
Signing out of the South Cafe
May 16, 2025
From Badges to Bagpipes
From Badges to Bagpipes
May 16, 2025
How To Survive High School
How To Survive High School
May 16, 2025
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
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
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
April 7, 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
March 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
February 3, 2025
The Latest - The Softball team competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, Baseball competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, and Boys Tennis defeated Cresskill
The Latest – The Softball team competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, Baseball competed in the Bergen County Tournament and won, and Boys Tennis defeated Cresskill
May 13, 2025
The Latest - Senior Annabelle Lee and junior Mia Derrico scored their 100th goal, Boys Volleyball went 3-0 this week
The Latest – Senior Annabelle Lee and junior Mia Derrico scored their 100th goal, Boys Volleyball went 3-0 this week
May 6, 2025
The Latest - The Track Team competed at Penn Relays, junior lacrosse players Jaley Mazzetti reached her 300th save, and Charlotte Malady reached her 100th assist.
The Latest – The Track Team competed at Penn Relays, junior lacrosse players Jaley Mazzetti reached her 300th save, and Charlotte Malady reached her 100th assist.
April 29, 2025
Bet-idemic
Bet-idemic
April 21, 2025
Selden Kolkeback sets up on the mound
The Latest – Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Softball, and Baseball remain undefeated
April 8, 2025
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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The Lance
The Student News Site of Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan

The Lance
Matthias Choi

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor

Hi, I’m Matthias. I’m a senior and a 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.

All content by Matthias Choi
Mr. Tom Kaechele.

[Photo] In Memoriam of Mr. Tom Kaechele

Brooke Ackerman, Editor in Chief
April 12, 2022
Fundraising With a Kick of Green

Fundraising With a Kick of Green

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
March 18, 2022
Matthew Choi, Senior: “I don’t think it's a bad thing but the thing that concerns me the most about it is the potential rise of COVID. With less people wearing masks it increases the chance of getting it. Other than that I kinda hate how uncomfortable wearing a mask is.”

[Photo] Mask On…Mask Off?

The Lance Staff
March 4, 2022
Matthew Choi represents OT on Wellness Day.

[Photo] Spirit for Wellness

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2021
The top five NVOT sports moments of all time.

Legendary Touchdowns, Iconic Buzzer Beaters, and Title-Winning Tips

Brooke Ackerman, Matthias Choi, Ava Petrilli, Kevin Pulickal, Jason Chung, and Jake Cohen
November 17, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of May 24

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
June 4, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of May 17

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
May 27, 2021
Back on Track

Back on Track

Matthias Choi and Brooke Ackerman
May 12, 2021
Decisions, Decisions

Decisions, Decisions

Tala Areiqat, Matthias Choi, Siena Griffin, and Olivia Klein
May 10, 2021
Screen Shot 2021-05-10 at 8.02.11 PM

[Photo] 2021 Virtual Athlete Commitment

Kevin Pulickal, Staff Writer
May 10, 2021
GOAT Soccer

[Photo] The GOAT of Soccer

Evan Chrenko and Jake Cohen
April 19, 2021
This virtual series will present five different athletes sharing their perspectives on college athletics.

Don’t Stand on the Sideline

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
April 9, 2021
Damian Lillard celebrates after hitting a clutch shot.

The Lance’s All-Star Rework

Evan Chrenko, Spencer Walsh, Kevin Pulickal, and Matthias Choi
March 19, 2021
NVOT looks forward to the upcoming spring sports season.

Spring Sports Updates

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
March 17, 2021
Bae swings her golf club during a tournament.

The “Club” That Got Her into Duke

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

[Photo] Super Bowl LV Preview

Kevin Pulickal, Daniel Rivera, and Jonah Kim
February 5, 2021
NVOT announces new updates to the winter season for sports teams.

Winter Sports Season Updates

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
February 3, 2021
GOAT

[Photo] The GOAT of the NBA

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

Who is NVOT’s Greatest Rival?

Matthias Choi, Tomás Llibre, and Jonah Kim
November 23, 2020
OT commemorates seniors participating in fall sports by hosting senior nights.

Looking Bright on Senior Night!

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
November 16, 2020
The Lance staff predicts the NBA finals.

The Lance’s Take on the 2020 NBA Finals

Matthias Choi, Kevin Pulickal, and Evan Chrenko
September 29, 2020
Changes to the Fall Sports Season

Changes to the Fall Sports Season

Matthias Choi, Managing Editor
September 18, 2020
2020 Virtual Athlete Commitment

2020 Virtual Athlete Commitment

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
June 17, 2020
Dear Class of 2020

[Video] Dear Class of 2020

The 2020-2021 Editorial Board
June 15, 2020
Jordan Fuller at Ohio State University.

Shine On Fuller

Matthias Choi and Jonah Kim
May 29, 2020
View from the stands on Diversity Day.

Diversity Day Recap

Tala Areiqat, Olivia Genco, Emily Gullestad, Gianna Benasillo, Matthias Choi, Jinsil Yearm, Olivia Klein, and Nia Watson
March 2, 2020
Athletes paying their respect.

NVOT Reacts to Kobe

Evan Chrenko, Matthias Choi, Jake Cohen, and Kevin Pulickal
February 7, 2020
Swim team warming up for meet.

Swimming Season Recap

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

2020 Signing Day

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
January 8, 2020
Hatano and Song prepare for a race

Crossing the Finish Line Together

Matthias Choi and Jonah Kim
December 17, 2019
How Far Can They Go?

How Far Can They Go?

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019
Franklin Field Stadium at the University of Pennsylvania.

Old TapPENN takes on the Penn Relays

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
May 17, 2019
Freshmen Declan Jaeger taking on his Fordham Prep opponent.

Jaeger on the Move

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
May 3, 2019
Shakespeare Live's performance of "A Midsummer's Night Dream" at NVOT.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the Middle of Winter

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
March 13, 2019
The EMS Club takes on Valentine’s Week

The EMS Club takes on Valentine’s Week

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
Bye Bye Mold Tappan

Bye Bye Mold Tappan

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
The First Concert Falls on a Thursday

The First Concert Falls on a Thursday

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
A New Light at College Night

A New Light at College Night

Matthias Choi, Staff Writer
October 23, 2018
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