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The Latest—Music Department, TSA Club, Environmental Club
The Latest—Music Department, TSA Club, Environmental Club
April 23, 2025
Girls lacrosse team getting ready to compete.
The Latest – Softball wins Breathe Easy Tournament, Boys Lacrosse beats NVD, Baseball defeats Ramapo
April 23, 2025
The Latest—Environmental Club, Hand in Hand Club, Winter Guard, GSA Club, Class of 2026
The Latest—Environmental Club, Hand in Hand Club, Winter Guard, GSA Club, Class of 2026
April 10, 2025
Selden Kolkeback sets up on the mound
The Latest – Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Softball, and Baseball remain undefeated
April 8, 2025
The Latest—Chinese Club, GSA Club, Music Department
The Latest—Chinese Club, GSA Club, Music Department
April 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
Fernandez Teaching Empathy: Students’ Contributions to Hope for the Youth
Fernandez Teaching Empathy: Students’ Contributions to Hope for the Youth
January 29, 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
NVOT coaches Owen Ross and Johnny O'Hanlon together at a meet.
Two Paths, One Track
April 14, 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
February Fashion Student of The Month
February Fashion Student of The Month
February 27, 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
Setting the Legacy
Setting the Legacy
December 18, 2024
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
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 People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
January 6, 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
December 4, 2024
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
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
Bet-idemic
Bet-idemic
March 21, 2025
Katechis racing against multiple other girls all over the state.
Katechis Makes NVOT History: Qualifies for Nationals
March 14, 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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Olivia Klein

Olivia Klein, Public Relations Editor

Hi, I am Olivia Klein, an editor for The Lance here at NVOT. In my free time, I like to play soccer, hang out with my friends, and read.

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The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by your PR editors.

The Lance’s Hot Takes 4

Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, Sophie Atalla, and Amelia Murphy
May 12, 2022
Ashley Bealous swapped with phys. ed. teacher Meredith Winchell.

[Photo] Seniors Swapped

The Lance Staff
April 14, 2022
Keep up with the latest celebrity gossip.

The Lance’s Hot Takes 3

Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Sophie Atalla
April 13, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

[Photo] What’s Happening in OT Sports – March 30 to April 10

Jason Chung and Spencer Walsh
April 11, 2022
Big south contenders.

Celebrity Couple Madness

Sophie Atalla, Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Amelia Murphy
April 1, 2022
Jessica Jung, Junior: “I am personally super excited about the mandate being lifted. I feel like masks took away from the social aspect of school in some ways, and I'm ready to get back to the way things used to be."

[Photo] Mask On…Mask Off?

The Lance Staff
March 4, 2022
Oh, Kanye.

The Lance’s Hot Takes 2.5

Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Amanda Fausto
February 18, 2022
It is likely that Matthew Stafford will appear on television first during the National Anthem

[Photo] National Anthem FaceOn

Evan Chrenko, Sports Editor
February 11, 2022
The artists performing at the Super Bowl LVI Half-time show

[Photo] Half-time Breakdown

Amanda Fausto, Staff Writer
February 11, 2022
The Rams and Bengals will face off on Sunday, February 13.

[Photo] Super Bowl LVI Betting HQ

Evan Chrenko, Kevin Pulickal, Jake Cohen, Amanda Fausto, and Daniel Rivera
February 11, 2022
The original six Avengers.

[Photo] A Casual Marvel Fan’s Guide to the MCU

Maria Silva, Staff Writer
January 31, 2022
BTR's comeback was less than "big time."

The Lance’s Hot Takes 2

Gianna Benasillo and Olivia Klein
January 25, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

[Photo] What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of Dec. 13

Spencer Walsh and Jason Chung
December 20, 2021
The Celtics and Bucks will battle on the court this Christmas.

[Photo] Celtics vs. Bucks

Kevin Pulickal, Sports Editor
December 23, 2021
The Jazz and Mavericks game will feature two young stars: Luka Doncic and Donovan Mitchell.

[Photo] Jazz vs. Mavericks

Drew Maier, Staff Writer
December 23, 2021
Without Anthony Davis, the pressure is on LeBron James to win this game.

[Photo] Nets vs. Lakers

Evan Chrenko, Sports Editor
December 23, 2021
This game could possibly be a Western Conference finals preview.

[Photo] Warriors vs. Suns

Jake Cohen, Staff Writer
December 23, 2021
Julius Randle will need to step up in this game against the Hawks.

[Photo] Knicks vs. Hawks

Amanda Fausto and Ava Petrilli
December 23, 2021
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by your PR editors.

The Lance’s Hot Takes

Gianna Benasillo and Olivia Klein
December 14, 2021
Six sweeet holiday treats, recipes courtesy of the guidance department.

[Photo] The Lance Tries: Guidance’s Favorite Holiday Desserts

Brooke Ackerman, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2021
NVOT's Golden Knight, Student Council President Ace Kim.

[Photo] Spirit for Wellness

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2021
Saying "Hello" to Adele

Saying “Hello” to Adele

Olivia Klein, Public Relations Editor
November 13, 2021
Red (Taylor's Version) hit streaming services on November 12.

[Photo] We Know Taylor “All Too Well”

Audrey Hansen and Kyra Baily
November 12, 2021
Mrs. Nelson preparing her candy and snack spread for the Tot trick-or-treaters.

[Photo] Halloween Post-Quarantine

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
October 30, 2021
Both the boys and girls varsity soccer teams will add 2021 league titles to their banners.

[Photo] NVOT Soccer Sweeps Leagues

October 22, 2021
These trends were fun while they lasted, but it's time to say goodbye.

Trends to Leave in Summer

Gianna Benasillo and Olivia Klein
September 24, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!

[Photo] What’s Happening in OT Sports – Sept. 2 to 11

Jason Chung and Spencer Walsh
September 13, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo sweeps the charts.

“SOUR” is Pretty Sweet

Olivia Klein, Public Relations Editor
June 21, 2021
The New York Knicks celebrate their 41 wins this season.

[Photo] Going Bonkers for the Knickerbockers

Drew Rosenblum, Staff Writer
May 22, 2021
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[Photo] 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
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.

[Photo] The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends

Brooke Ackerman and Spencer Walsh
April 30, 2021
Olivia Klein

The Lance’s Guide to Astrology

Olivia Klein, Public Relations Editor
April 1, 2021
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[Photo] Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform

Nicole Sigismondi, Staff Writer
February 11, 2021
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[Photo] Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight

Grace Sigismondi, Staff Writer
February 5, 2021
Human trafficking happens closer than you think. Know how to avoid being trafficked so you do not become the next victim.

[Photo] The Rapid Increase of Human Trafficking Cases is a Cry for Help

Nicole Sigismondi, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
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[Photo] The U.S. Profits From Child Labor—and Gen Z is Starting to Notice

Sophie Atalla and Jonah Kim
January 31, 2021
Back to the Fashion

Back to the Fashion

Brooke Ackerman and Olivia Klein
January 22, 2021
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[Photo] Gen Z is “Sick” of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Charlie Dippolito, Staff Writer
January 22, 2021
101 gift ideas for you or someone else this Christmas or Hanukkah!

A Teenager’s Guide to Gifts

Olivia Klein, Public Relations Editor
December 3, 2020
NVRHS COVID-19 Dashboard

COVID-19 Cases and Virtual Learning FAQ

Brooke Ackerman, Siena Griffin, and Olivia Klein
November 17, 2020
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...

Dogs vs. Cats

Brooke Ackerman and Olivia Klein
October 30, 2020
Student working during a hybrid school day.

The Triumphs and Defeats of Online High School

Tala Areiqat and Olivia Klein
October 1, 2020
Dear Class of 2020

[Video] Dear Class of 2020

The 2020-2021 Editorial Board
June 15, 2020
Ten Netflix shows to save you from boredom.

School = Canceled… So it’s Netflix Time!

Nia Watson, Graciana Casola, Ava Klein, and Olivia Klein
March 31, 2020
101 Things to Do When You’re Bored–Coronavirus Quarantine Edition

101 Things to Do When You’re Bored–Coronavirus Quarantine Edition

Jinsil Yearm, Olivia Klein, and Gianna Benasillo
March 23, 2020
Coronavirus Q&A

Coronavirus Q&A

Jinsil Yearm and Olivia Klein
March 12, 2020
High kick during tae kwon do demonstration.

[Photo] Celebrating Diversity

Eve Foote, Associate Editor
March 6, 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
Yu fences against an opponent in competition

Sword Fighting His Way to the Top

Olivia Klein and Gianna Benasillo
February 12, 2020
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[Photo] Top 10 Fashion Trends of the 2010s

Grace Kim, Staff Writer
January 20, 2020
Tables are stored by the gym before students go to lunch

Bringing New (Seating) Ideas to the Table

Olivia Klein and Jinsil Yearm
December 23, 2019
Bags of cans for thanksgiving food drive

Spreading the Spirit of Giving

Olivia Klein, Staff Writer
December 4, 2019
The volunteens raise money to provide healthy meals to those without access to them

Use Your Loose Coins to Make a Change. It Just Makes Cents

Olivia Klein, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
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