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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
More from the Back to School Issue
More from the Back to School Issue
September 3, 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
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
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 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
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
The Student News Site of Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan

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

The Lance
Matthew Woo

Matthew Woo, Editor in Chief

Hi! I’m Matthew Woo, and I’m the Editor in Chief. In my free time, you can catch me listening to music or playing with my dog. I’m looking forward to a great year with The Lance!
All content by Matthew Woo
From Badges to Bagpipes

From Badges to Bagpipes

Gracie Gallucci, Lili Setrakian, and Matthew Woo
May 16, 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

Gracie Gallucci, Violet Oster, Matthew Woo, and Devyn Radoian
May 12, 2025
The Latest—TSA Club, Class of 2026, Class of 2025, Student Council, Korean Club

The Latest—TSA Club, Class of 2026, Class of 2025, Student Council, Korean Club

Eva Saric, Lili Setrakian, Elaina Bob, Yeeun Park, and Matthew Woo
May 3, 2025
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[Photo] The Latest—Environmental Club, Hand in Hand Club, Winter Guard, GSA Club, Class of 2026

Jelena Paljan, Devyn Radoian, Amanda Haenelt, and Lili Setrakian
April 10, 2025
The Latest—Choir, Class of 2025, Japan Club, Korean Club

The Latest—Choir, Class of 2025, Japan Club, Korean Club

Violet Oster, Elaina Bob, and Matthew Woo
March 27, 2025
Matches Made in Outfit Heaven

Matches Made in Outfit Heaven

Dylan Woo, Emily Ha, and Matthew Woo
February 12, 2025
The Latest—Class of 2026, Theatre Department, Student Movement Against Cancer

The Latest—Class of 2026, Theatre Department, Student Movement Against Cancer

Lili Setrakian, Violet Oster, and Matthew Woo
February 12, 2025
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[Photo] The Latest—Student Council, TSA Club, Winter Guard, Theatre Department

Elaina Bob, Eva Saric, Amanda Haenelt, and Violet Oster
February 7, 2025
The Latest—Korean Club, Future Doctors of America Club, Wellness Club, Women’s Issues Club, Theater Department, Class of 2025, Winter Guard, TSA Club, Esports Club

The Latest—Korean Club, Future Doctors of America Club, Wellness Club, Women’s Issues Club, Theater Department, Class of 2025, Winter Guard, TSA Club, Esports Club

Matthew Woo, Violet Oster, Elaina Bob, Amanda Haenelt, Eva Saric, and Dylan Woo
January 27, 2025
The Latest—Ski Club, Japan Club, Hand In Hand Club, Theater Department

The Latest—Ski Club, Japan Club, Hand In Hand Club, Theater Department

Matthew Woo, Devyn Radoian, and Violet Oster
January 14, 2025
The Latest—Korean Club, Japan Club, TSA Club

The Latest—Korean Club, Japan Club, TSA Club

Matthew Woo and Eva Saric
December 19, 2024
What We Want Under the Tree

What We Want Under the Tree

Matthew Woo, Emily Ha, Lili Setrakian, and Dylan Woo
December 18, 2024
The Latest—Korean Club, Hand in Hand Club, GSA Club

The Latest—Korean Club, Hand in Hand Club, GSA Club

Matthew Woo, Devyn Radoian, and Elaina Bob
December 12, 2024
Wenjie Liu

The Latest—Chinese Club, Korean Club, Class of 2028, Marching Band

Erica Chung, Matthew Woo, Nadia Hassan, and Sam Bilali
December 3, 2024
The Latest—Japanese Club, Women’s Issues Club, Student Movement Against Cancer Club

The Latest—Japanese Club, Women’s Issues Club, Student Movement Against Cancer Club

Matthew Woo, Dylan Woo, and Amelia Carroll
November 27, 2024
The Latest—NVOT Fall Play, Japanese Club, Wrestling, and Hand in Hand Club

The Latest—NVOT Fall Play, Japanese Club, Wrestling, and Hand in Hand Club

Violet Oster, Matthew Woo, Sam Bilali, and Devyn Radoian
November 22, 2024
The Latest—Women’s Issues Club, Class of 2026, Yearbook Club, ChemisLife Club

The Latest—Women’s Issues Club, Class of 2026, Yearbook Club, ChemisLife Club

Amelia Carroll, Lili Setrakian, and Matthew Woo
November 14, 2024
NVOT’s Cultural Exchange Program

NVOT’s Cultural Exchange Program

Matthew Woo
November 6, 2024
The Latest—Marching Band, Chinese Club, Performing Arts Department, Korean National Honors Society

The Latest—Marching Band, Chinese Club, Performing Arts Department, Korean National Honors Society

Amanda Haenelt, Erica Chung, Violet Oster, and Matthew Woo
October 30, 2024
The Latest—Korean Club, Theater Department, Investment Club, Varsity Club, and Wellness Club

The Latest—Korean Club, Theater Department, Investment Club, Varsity Club, and Wellness Club

Matthew Woo, Violet Oster, and Nicoletta Cialdella
October 23, 2024
Top 10 Excuses for Being Late to School

Top 10 Excuses for Being Late to School

Emily Ha, Alex Cleary, Matthew Woo, and Dylan Woo
September 24, 2024
The Latest in School—Senior Awards, Korean Club, Music Department, Women's Issues Club, Student Council, Esports Club, Varsity Club

The Latest in School—Senior Awards, Korean Club, Music Department, Women’s Issues Club, Student Council, Esports Club, Varsity Club

Matthew Woo, Violet Oster, Mia Cariati, Kevin Ju, Elaina Bob, and Nicoletta Cialdella
June 10, 2024
The Latest in School—Class of 2024, English Department, Japanese Club, Korean Club, Music Department, Wellness Club, and Winter Guard

The Latest in School—Class of 2024, English Department, Japanese Club, Korean Club, Music Department, Wellness Club, and Winter Guard

Matthew Woo, Violet Oster, Elaina Bob, and Sophia Kang
April 10, 2024
The Lance’s Cafeteria Foods Bracket

The Lance’s Cafeteria Foods Bracket

Matthew Woo, Dylan Woo, Emily Ha, Lili Setrakian, and Nicoletta Cialdella
April 5, 2024
People eating food during the Chinese Club's Lunar New Year Celebration

The Latest—DECA, Korean Club, and Chinese Club

Dylan Woo and Matthew Woo
March 7, 2024
How to Deal with Heartbreak

How to Deal with Heartbreak

Nicoletta Cialdella, Matthew Woo, and Emily Ha
February 5, 2024
The Latest—DECA, Theater Department, Photography Club, Debate, and TSA

The Latest—DECA, Theater Department, Photography Club, Debate, and TSA

Dylan Woo, Matthew Woo, Jennifer Kelly, and Mia Cariati
December 21, 2023
The Top 5 Best Holiday Recipes

The Top 5 Best Holiday Recipes

Lili Setrakian and Matthew Woo
December 4, 2023
The Top 10 Thanksgiving Foods

The Top 10 Thanksgiving Foods

Matthew Woo, Dylan Woo, Lili Setrakian, Emily Ha, and Nicoletta Cialdella
November 22, 2023
NVOT and Seisa High School students create origami together

From Japan to Jersey

Matthew Woo
November 8, 2023
Ir-Reese-istable

Ir-Reese-istable

Matthew Woo, Staff Writer
October 28, 2023
The Latest—Class of 2026, English Department, Marching Band, and the Math Team

The Latest—Class of 2026, English Department, Marching Band, and the Math Team

Matthew Woo, Muskan Patwa, Ina Rhee, and Neel Tripathi
October 24, 2023
Are You Ready For It?

Are You Ready For It?

Emily Ha, Lili Setrakian, Dylan Woo, and Matthew Woo
October 12, 2023
The Latest—Car Washes, Class of 2026, Clubs, Competitions

The Latest—Car Washes, Class of 2026, Clubs, Competitions

Ina Rhee, Violet Oster, Angela Nipitella, and Matthew Woo
October 3, 2023
Alex Puccio introduces the girls cross country team

[Photo] Golden Knights Galore

The Lance Staff
September 18, 2023
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