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The Latest–Volleyball and Football remain undefeated, Field Hockey wins their home opener, and Girls Soccer beats Ridgewood in overtime
The Latest–Volleyball and Football remain undefeated, Field Hockey wins their home opener, and Girls Soccer beats Ridgewood in overtime
September 16, 2025
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
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
Hot Takes: The Summer I Turned Pretty
Hot Takes: The Summer I Turned Pretty
September 16, 2025
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
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 Summer I Turned Pretty
Hot Takes: The Summer I Turned Pretty
September 16, 2025
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
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–Volleyball and Football remain undefeated, Field Hockey wins their home opener, and Girls Soccer beats Ridgewood in overtime
The Latest–Volleyball and Football remain undefeated, Field Hockey wins their home opener, and Girls Soccer beats Ridgewood in overtime
September 16, 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
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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A classic SNL holiday episode is at the top of any fan's wish list.

An SNL Fan’s Perfect Christmas Special

Charlie Dippolito, News Editor • December 16, 2021

Turning the TV on during the holiday season is always a treat, but my favorite part of the holidays isn’t watching the same old Christmas movies or rewatching all of The Office’s holiday episodes....

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