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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
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
Tala Areiqat

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief

Hi! My name is Tala and I’m one of the Editors in Chief for The Lance this year. I’m an ENFJ who loves disbanded boy bands, cat videos, and reading.

All content by Tala Areiqat
Amman, the capital of Jordan.

In the Name of Dishonor

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
August 11, 2022
The graduation ceremony has been moved up.

Breaking News: Graduation ceremony time changed

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
June 23, 2022
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Goodies & Goodbyes

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
June 21, 2022
Students crowd the sidelines to support OT baseball.

[Photo] Baseball State Tournament Round 1 Photo Gallery

The Lance Staff
June 2, 2022
The boys track and field team at the Penn relays this year.

Brooke Seldes and Natasha Vazacopoulos as business teacher Frank Rotella.

[Photo] Seniors Swapped

The Lance Staff
April 14, 2022
FBLA holds its annual food drive, working with the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey this year.

FBLA Hosts March Mega Food Drive

Brooke Ackerman and Tala Areiqat
April 5, 2022
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[Photo] Celebrity Couple Madness

Sophie Atalla, Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Amelia Murphy
April 1, 2022
Opening New Doors

Opening New Doors

Tala Areiqat, Alicia Hamm, and Dan Ouk
March 10, 2022
Ace Kim, senior: “Well I think we should definitely remain cautious about it but I am very excited to be able to walk around the halls without a mask again and return back to how things were, or, as normal as we can be. It’ll be fun to talk with friends and hang out in class without having to wear a mask. I think we do need to remain careful but I think it’s a good move."

[Photo] Mask On…Mask Off?

The Lance Staff
March 4, 2022
Students join the "United We Stand" performers on stage after the assembly.

“United We Stand”

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
February 8, 2022
Mercado wrestling his opponent during his match against Teaneck.

[Photo] Mercado Hits the Mat

Ava Petrilli, Special Projects Editor
February 8, 2022
Tala Areiqat gets ready to go for a sleigh ride.

[Photo] The “Frost” Snow Day

The Lance Staff
January 7, 2022
Spirit for Wellness

Spirit for Wellness

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2021
The team huddles before a game.

Brotherhood Beyond the Field

Tala Areiqat and Gianna Benasillo
November 12, 2021
Marching Band State Championship Win Makes District History

Marching Band State Championship Win Makes District History

Tala Areiqat, Charlie Dippolito, Alicia Hamm, and Antonio Campagna
November 1, 2021
Mrs. Doherty and her class embraced their inner Dracula.

Halloween Post-Quarantine

Tala Areiqat, Editor in Chief
October 30, 2021
A bittersweet goodbye to the block.

Review: On My Block Season 4

Tala Areiqat, Siena Griffin, and Ava Petrilli
October 8, 2021
Such a shame we've had to ditch the collar-under-sweatshirt look.

[Photo] Trends to Leave in Summer

Gianna Benasillo and Olivia Klein
September 24, 2021
The graduation ceremony has been moved up.

Breaking News: Graduation ceremony time changed

Tala Areiqat, Managing Editor
June 21, 2021

[Video] Teachers’ Takeaways from 2021

The 2021-2022 Editorial Board
June 18, 2021
Posters for seniors on the girls lacrosse team.

Spring Sports Celebrate Seniors

Tala Areiqat and Siena Griffin
May 28, 2021
Mrs. Kathleen Wehmann, teacher: "It'll be interesting, but I'm excited to keep moving forward."

[Photo] OT Reacts: A Return to Full Days

The Lance Staff
May 14, 2021
The graduation ceremony has been moved up.

A Return to Full Days

Tala Areiqat, Managing Editor
May 14, 2021
Decisions, Decisions

Decisions, Decisions

Tala Areiqat, Matthias Choi, Siena Griffin, and Olivia Klein
May 10, 2021
The schedule change will go into effect April 8.

Breaking News: New rules for in-person cohorts

Tala Areiqat, Managing Editor
March 17, 2021
School will remain virtual through 4/1 due to multiple COVID-19 cases.

Breaking News: NVOT moves to all virtual classes until April 1

Tala Areiqat, Managing Editor
March 17, 2021
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