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New school climate survey presented to BOE
New school climate survey presented to BOE
Hills AP scholars take a photo with Blundo.
BOE recognizes student achievements from Hills and Valley
The Trailblazers 2021-22 editorial staff along with advisor Vani Apanosian.
Four awards given to Trailblazer in Garden State Scholastic Press Association contest
Meet the BOE candidate: Eli Moallem
Meet the BOE candidate: Eli Moallem
Meet the BOE candidate: Debra Stephans
Meet the BOE candidate: Debra Stephans
Picture taken at recent Cooking for a Cause meeting
New clubs at Hills this year
Nicole DiCaprio commits to Colgate for soccer
Nicole DiCaprio commits to Colgate for soccer
Meet the senior who’s brought Hollywood to Hills
Meet the senior who’s brought Hollywood to Hills
Boys varsity football
Eighth grade orientation photo gallery
Female Empowerment Movement donates proceeds from fundraiser to Strengthen Our Sisters
Female Empowerment Movement donates proceeds from fundraiser to Strengthen Our Sisters
Nicole DiCaprio commits to Colgate for soccer
Nicole DiCaprio commits to Colgate for soccer
Alejandro Camarena Athlete of the Week
Alejandro Camarena Athlete of the Week
Athlete of the Week - Brooke Bonanno
Athlete of the Week – Brooke Bonanno
Rachel Schulman and Dasia Jarvis: athletes of the week
Rachel Schulman and Dasia Jarvis: athletes of the week
The JV volleyball teams at Pascack Hills and Pascack Valley prepare for their game.
Pascack Hills vs. Pascack Valley Junior Varsity Volleyball Game Photo Gallery
Information from the New York Times
Should Hills students be travelling to see families for Thanksgiving and attending school on Monday?
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Hills community share opinions on in-person and remote learning
People who are currently traveling must continue to follow safety guidelines.
Is it time to travel again?
This year, some AP tests will be taken by students in-person, while others they will take from home.
Hills students voice thoughts on AP testing
Black people and Black Lives Matter supporters engaged in peaceful protests to fight against systemic racism and lobby for Chauvin to be charged.
Holding Derek Chauvin accountable is only a first step towards racial justice
Information from the New York Times
Should Hills students be travelling to see families for Thanksgiving and attending school on Monday?
People who are currently traveling must continue to follow safety guidelines.
Is it time to travel again?
Some students enjoy virtual school while others want to learn in classrooms again.
Will students miss virtual school?
Just about everyone is waiting, anxiously, for life to return to normal and for this pandemic to end. 
The risk of rushing to a normal lifestyle
Unless you are allergic to one of the ingredients in one of the vaccines, there is no reason to choose one vaccine over another.
The best vaccine is the one you can get
A video addressing Rand Paul’s violation of new guidelines set by YouTube that was removed on YouTube for violating community guidelines. Screenshotted by Paige Geanopulos
The ban against anti-vaccine misinformation on YouTube
Texas Heartbeat Act raises controversy
Texas Heartbeat Act raises controversy
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How and Why Colleges are Requiring Covid-19 Vaccinations
PC: Gabby Petitos Instagram
Gabby Petito case sparks national awareness for missing persons cases… why don’t all?
Ms. Harmon, left, after being named 2005-06 Hills Teacher of the Year. She is pictured with former Superintendent Benedict Tantillo, center, and 2005-06 Valley Teacher of the Year Karen Kosch.
‘Deeds not words’: Remembering Ms. Harmon
Pascack Recap Episode 4: May 31, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 4: May 31, 2021
Senior trunk-or-treat event
Senior trunk-or-treat event
Pascack Recap Episode 3: April 30, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 3: April 30, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 2: March 26, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 2: March 26, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 1: Feb. 26, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 1: Feb. 26, 2021
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College overview: Syracuse University
I help people in the lab design good experiments, carry them out, and get answers to some of the questions that we have.
How I got here: Alex Dranovsky
Study materials for the SAT, including the Barrons SAT book, which is widely used by students to prepare.
‘Test-optional’ is here to stay
The “5 Steps to a 5” preparation book for the AP Physics 1 exam. Teachers of the course recommend it to students for studying.
Hills prepares to hold AP exams in person, at home
Perri Cochin on the day of her high school graduation.
Hills alum Perri Cochin: Where is she now?
Two of “Squid Game’s” main characters, Cho Sang-woo and Seong Gi-hun. (Picture taken from Netflix)
Squid Game Season Two confirmed by creator
“The Song of Achilles” review
“The Song of Achilles” review
Review of Netflix’s newest hit: “Squid Game”
Review of Netflix’s newest hit: “Squid Game”
“Dune,” the movie we need right now
“Dune,” the movie we need right now
People’s Choice Award categories & nominees
People’s Choice Award categories & nominees
December Horoscope
December Horoscope
Designed by Rily Alexander
November Horoscopes
Candy corn: It’s history and how to make it
Candy corn: It’s history and how to make it
designed by Rebecca Lovett
October Horoscope
PC: Kaitlyn Lafferty
Study tips for the new school year
Reporting with Hills Pride

The Trailblazer
Reporting with Hills Pride

The Trailblazer
Briana Keenan

Briana Keenan, School News Editor

Briana Keenan is a junior at Hills. She joined the Trailblazer her freshman year as a staff writer and edited for the In-Depth section her sophomore year. This year, Keenan is looking forward to being a School News Editor and covering breaking news stories at Hills.

Fun fact: Keenan dances competitively outside of school.

All content by Briana Keenan
New school climate survey presented to BOE

New school climate survey presented to BOE

November 29, 2021
Hills AP scholars take a photo with Blundo.

BOE recognizes student achievements from Hills and Valley

November 15, 2021
The Trailblazers 2021-22 editorial staff along with advisor Vani Apanosian.

Four awards given to Trailblazer in Garden State Scholastic Press Association contest

November 10, 2021
Meet the BOE candidate: Eli Moallem

Meet the BOE candidate: Eli Moallem

October 30, 2021
Meet the BOE candidate: Debra Stephans

Meet the BOE candidate: Debra Stephans

October 30, 2021
Four candidates run for 2021 BOE election on Nov. 2

Four candidates run for 2021 BOE election on Nov. 2

October 30, 2021
Female Empowerment Movement donates proceeds from fundraiser to Strengthen Our Sisters

Female Empowerment Movement donates proceeds from fundraiser to Strengthen Our Sisters

October 22, 2021
Hills senior plans sleep out to raise awareness about homelessness

Hills senior plans sleep out to raise awareness about homelessness

October 19, 2021
The new Broncos logo (PC: Tim Wieland)

Broncos logo design for Hills announced

October 15, 2021
BOE approves two mascot logo designs for school-wide vote

BOE approves two mascot logo designs for school-wide vote

October 11, 2021
Interact Fall Food Drive Photo Gallery

Interact Fall Food Drive Photo Gallery

October 8, 2021
The JV volleyball teams at Pascack Hills and Pascack Valley prepare for their game.

Pascack Hills vs. Pascack Valley Junior Varsity Volleyball Game Photo Gallery

October 1, 2021
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College overview: Syracuse University

September 29, 2021
District approves optional testing for Advanced Placement students, discusses mascot logo selection

District approves optional testing for Advanced Placement students, discusses mascot logo selection

September 27, 2021
‘We have to do what is right for the district’: BOE discusses masking during the school day

‘We have to do what is right for the district’: BOE discusses masking during the school day

September 13, 2021
Evacuation at Hills changes plans for SGA Olympics

Evacuation at Hills changes plans for SGA Olympics

September 3, 2021
Public expresses concerns about masks, Covid-19 vaccine to district Board of Education

Public expresses concerns about masks, Covid-19 vaccine to district Board of Education

August 30, 2021
New rotating schedule, planning for superintendent selection discussed at in-person BOE retreat

New rotating schedule, planning for superintendent selection discussed at in-person BOE retreat

August 4, 2021
PVRHSD interim superintendent: Who is Dr. Fishbein?

PVRHSD interim superintendent: Who is Dr. Fishbein?

July 8, 2021
Levin holding a copy of In the Hole, published by Jumpmaster Press.

Rising Hills senior publishes book with Jumpmaster Press

June 28, 2021
District discusses equity statement, BOE retreat

District discusses equity statement, BOE retreat

June 21, 2021
For the first time since the pandemic began, the Board of Education held their meeting in the auditorium.

BOE approves interim superintendent for district

June 7, 2021
Gundersen said that the District Equity Team is “totally voluntary,” meaning students do not have to join if they do not want to.

BOE approves district equity statement, club

May 24, 2021
The PH Cares club recently organized a handprint activity to support people struggling with their mental health.

PH Cares promotes Mental Health Awareness Month

May 20, 2021
The Trailblazers 2021-22 editorial staff along with advisor Vani Apanosian.

Trailblazer announces 2021-22 editorial staff

May 17, 2021
“We believe the benefits of having students all back seeing each other face to face... don’t outweigh the potential risks,” Gundersen explained.

District to keep cohorts separate – with a catch for vaccinated seniors

May 13, 2021
Because the district is now in a lower Covid-19 transmission zone, it can safely space desks in classrooms three feet apart instead of six.

District to survey parents on merging cohorts

May 10, 2021
Debra Stephans is sworn in as a BOE member by Secretary Yas Usami.

BOE adopts budget, approves resignation of superintendent

April 26, 2021
Black people and Black Lives Matter supporters engaged in peaceful protests to fight against systemic racism and lobby for Chauvin to be charged.

Holding Derek Chauvin accountable is only a first step towards racial justice

April 29, 2021
Northeastern University is located within the city of Boston.

College overview: Northeastern University

April 16, 2021
The volleyball team has a game this Friday, March 26 against Demarest.

‘Every moment matters’ this volleyball season

March 26, 2021
Members of this years debate team pictured at a tournament in December 2019.

Debate team finds success amid virtual season

March 19, 2021
One of the drop-boxes for the book drive in the Pascack Hills lobby.

Interact club hosts first-ever book drive at Hills

February 26, 2021
The choices for Hills mascot are the Broncos, the Trail Blazers, and the Phoenix.

Hills students, staff voice thoughts on mascot options

February 24, 2021
Amelia Earhart is well known for being a female pilot, but there is another female pilot who is less known: Bessie Coleman. She was the first Black female pilot, and she encouraged other Black people to pursue flying as she did.

Black history in America, and how it is covered in the classroom

February 9, 2021
Larry King, a self-described infotainer, on the set of his CNN TV show Larry King Live in 2010.

Over 50,000 interviews: Larry King and his legacy

January 27, 2021
Aria Chalileh, pictured here checking out a customer, is a Hills senior who works part-time as a cashier at Wegmans.

Pandemic alters work life for Hills students with part-time jobs

January 10, 2021
(From left to right): Mrs. Schwartzman, Lutz, and Mahaffey helping out at NJCDC last year.

Project Paterson’s annual toy drive

December 9, 2020
Uhl learned of the award from Superintendent Erik Gundersen, who was joined by several teachers in congratulating him before the Teacher of the Year was announced over the loudspeaker.

Jay Uhl, Hills mathematics teacher, is awarded Teacher of the Year

November 20, 2020
Statistics show that there is a correlation between different ethnicities and how they impacted the election results.

How different ethnic groups impacted the 2020 election

November 18, 2020
“I just want to acknowledge the work of all the staff… it has just been a daily rollercoaster,” Board President Tammy Molinelli said of the Covid-19 situation.

District reveals ‘student-led’ plan to select new mascots for Hills and Valley

October 26, 2020
Macaluso, fourth from the left, pictured with her peers and former senator Lesniak at last year’s opioid crisis teach-in.

Hills graduate studying social work at Monmouth University

October 25, 2020
TAC members at the Relay for Life on May 18, 2019.

Salsa for the Susan G. Komen foundation

October 13, 2020
Ms. Katherine Donahues AP English Literature and Composition class on their first day of school in-person, Sept. 4.

‘It was a whirlwind’: students, staff tackle unusual school year

September 18, 2020
Cowboy and Indian history contributes to broader mascot debate

Cowboy and Indian history contributes to broader mascot debate

July 15, 2020
The Pascack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education, which held a meeting Thursday on Zoom focusing on the removal of the Cowboy and Indian mascots at Hills and Valley.

Amid vocal praise and criticism, Board says Cowboy and Indian mascot removal is final

June 25, 2020
Hills Principal Glenn deMarrais, in a photo taken upon the announcement of his retirement in January. deMarrais has since been approved to step in as Valleys principal next school year.

From ‘Hills Pride’ to ‘Wagon Wheel’: deMarrais’ impact on Hills

June 16, 2020
Dance company Alvin Ailey’s post about speaking up in support of Black Lives Matter.

Dance community fights for Black lives, racial justice

June 5, 2020
The Trailblazer editorial staff for the 2020-21 school year. By row from left to right: Briana Keenan, Vani Apanosian (advisor), Simmie Brisman, Kate Zydor; Jared Mitovich, Riley Solomon, Maeve Rossig, Christina Kim; Daniel Albert, Justine Marinkovic, Mackenzie Blowers, Lauren Eusebio; Izzy Frangiosa, Claudia Kim, Jacob Charnow, and Siera Boffa.

Trailblazer chooses editors for 2020-21 school year

May 27, 2020
Cryptid Conversations: Chupacabra

Cryptid Conversations: Chupacabra

February 27, 2020
Photo credit: The New York Post

The complicated legacy of Kobe Bryant

February 19, 2020
Ms. Gamgort, business and beyond

Ms. Gamgort, business and beyond

February 4, 2020
Ms. Yeam, pictured after teaching her Period 2 World History class, 11/21/19

Lucky thirteen: Ms. Yeam

December 5, 2019
Interacting in the Community: Helping hands Food Drive

Interacting in the Community: Helping hands Food Drive

December 3, 2019
Five Fall Festivities in New York City That Can’t Be Missed

Five Fall Festivities in New York City That Can’t Be Missed

November 3, 2019
‘23 and Them: The Freshman Student Government

‘23 and Them: The Freshman Student Government

October 11, 2019

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