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This year’s BOE and district goals were also approved at the meeting.
BOE approves staff to retire, listens to district goals
An overview of the track from the main gate entrance.
Track installed for use at Hills
Towards the end of the meeting, members approved policies for the upcoming school year.
District approves policies for upcoming school year
The floor and mats against the wall in the main gym are fully replaced; however, the mascot name on the scoreboard still needs to be changed.
Hills gyms renovated for logo change
Topics that were suggested for this year’s goals include graduation/strategic planning, wellness, professional development, BOE member event attendance, and participation in New Jersey School Board Association (NJSBA) events.
BOE discusses goals, ethics at annual retreat
Haworth received her audition for the National Choir through her previous acceptance into the New Jersey All State Mixed Choir.
All-National Mixed Choir selects Hills senior as member
The juniors and freshmen at tip-off for speedball.
Photo gallery: Fall Pep Rally
The first page of the article. Kimel is sixth from the left.
Hills senior interviewed for Bergen Magazine
One of the boxes Gudin made through her project.
Rising Hills senior starts ‘Project Shoebox’
A group photo of Hills musicians with the middle schoolers.
Tri-M Music Honor Society collaborates with middle schoolers for project showcase
Brown is eager to work with the team and incorporate all of her ideas into the program.
Lauren Brown approved as new head softball coach
The team huddles together.
Photo gallery: Girls soccer vs. Cliffside Park
The team at the U.S. Open.
Hills tennis team attends the U.S. Open
The 2022 Pascack Hills Myrtle Beach Team with coaches Michael Curatola (left), Tara Delmour (right side, on the left), and Erin Curatola (farthest right).
Broncos softball coach announces resignation
A photo from Twitter used to announce Giordanos commitment.
Rising Hills junior commits to college for baseball
A person receives a vaccine against the monkeypox virus amid an outbreak.
The monkeypox outbreak: Is it time to prepare for another pandemic?
World Economic Forum discussing the ESG data.
Pros and cons of ESG investing
The deadly shooting in Uvalde is not the only mass killing that has occurred within schools.
Uvalde school shooting: The need for gun reform
Depp (left) and his ex-wife Amber Heard in the courtroom during the trial.
Johnny Depp: A legacy reduced to a lawsuit?
Screenshot by Anabelle Joukhadarian TikTok notifies its users of the ability to upload 10-minute videos
Are 10-minute TikToks worth it?
Students, staff comment on Hills going mask-optional
Students, staff comment on Hills going mask-optional
BOE discusses school employee vaccination requirements
BOE discusses school employee vaccination requirements
BOE announces optional masking for district
BOE announces optional masking for district
Another year navigating through the covid pandemic
Another year navigating through the covid pandemic
Fishbein updates public on district Covid-19 policies
Fishbein updates public on district Covid-19 policies
The U.S. Department of Justice Office of Legislative Affairs.
The factors of the Respect For Marriage Bill’s formation
The Queen’s reign ended on Thursday after she passed away in her sleep while staying at Balmoral castle in Scotland.
The life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II
When someone dials 988, a certified counselor at a call center will navigate them through the crisis.
988, the new digits of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Norma McCorvey (left) and her lawyer in front of the Supreme Court steps.
Roe v. Wade: Its history and overturn
Image of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
Robb Elementary School shooting: The aftermath
Talent Night Photo Gallery
Talent Night Photo Gallery
Fashion Show Photo Gallery
Fashion Show Photo Gallery
Patrick Rotella, Chief of Police of the Upper Saddle River Police Department.
Career Day Photo Gallery
Pascack Recap Episode 4: May 31, 2021
Pascack Recap Episode 4: May 31, 2021
Senior trunk-or-treat event
Senior trunk-or-treat event
A sign outside of the student center on Busch Campus in Piscataway, N.J.
College overview: Rutgers University
How I got here: Dean Maltz
How I got here: Dean Maltz
Kreindel at the University of Michigan.
How I got here: Alexandra Kreindel
A photo of M.S.U.’s hawk statue on campus.
College overview: Montclair State University
The reality of college loans
The reality of college loans
The show consisted of performances by Conan Grey, Lizzo, Nicki Minaj, and more.
2022 Video Music Awards run-down
From left to right: Photos from Cobra Kai, Dont Worry Darling, and Blonde.
Screencap: Upcoming movies and shows in September
While the end of the year typically holds critical acclaim and a slew of Oscar nominees, sunny weather is when the box office earns a heavy chunk of its ticket sales.
Blockbuster breakdown: The summer’s biggest movies
McCurdy’s memoir has been described as “impressively funny” and “an important cultural document.”
Jennette McCurdy’s new memoir: ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’
Newton-John had been fighting breast cancer since 1992 when she had first been diagnosed.
A tribute to Olivia Newton-John
October horoscopes
October horoscopes
‘Little Miss’ internet sensation
‘Little Miss’ internet sensation
Ice cream recipes for the summer have been trending on Tik Tok
Tik Tok ice cream recipes for the summer
Each skin care technique has positive and negative aspects that can impact ones skin.
The effects of Tik Tok skin care trends
May Horoscope
May Horoscope
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Senior spotlight: Sylvie Najarian

June 8, 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
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

May 25, 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
An empty classroom at Pascack Hills. The district is now able to decrease social distancing from six feet to three feet.

BOE to discuss merging cohorts

May 7, 2021
Gundersen, a recent Bergen County Superintendent of the Year, has served as Pascack Valley Regional superintendent since 2011.

Superintendent to leave district for new job

April 20, 2021
Debra Stephans teaches at Berkeley College in New Jersey and is the mother of three children attending schools in Montvale.

BOE selects Debra Stephans to fill vacant Montvale seat

April 19, 2021
Mondays board meeting was held in-person at Pascack Valleys cafeteria, as well as virtually on Zoom.

Steven Papa approved as next athletic director

April 12, 2021
Hills athletic trainer Steven Papa pictured in 2015.

Steven Papa recommended for Hills athletic director position

April 9, 2021
Signage on the bleachers at Hills reminding spectators to wear masks and social distance.

Paspalas announces guidelines for spring sports spectators

April 6, 2021
Since the start of the pandemic, apps like Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter have become a lifeline for people to stay connected.

Pandemic alters Hills students’ social media habits

April 15, 2021
Mondays Board meeting was held in person for a limited audience while also available for members and the community to attend on Zoom.

‘Time to move on’: Gundersen criticizes mayors’ letter to BOE

March 22, 2021
Bissinger pictured at an event in the Pascack Hills library in December 2018.

BOE Vice President Janet Bissinger resigns

March 19, 2021
Woodcliff Lake Mayor Carlos Rendo and Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali.

Pascack mayors call for investigation of BOE mascot decisions

March 10, 2021
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BOE approves new mascots for Hills and Valley

March 8, 2021
The 2018 Pascack Hills graduation. The Class of 2021s graduation is currently scheduled for June 16 on the football field.

Planning of senior end-of-year events underway

March 3, 2021
drivers license, the debut single by American pop artist Olivia Rodrigo, grew incredibly popular on social media platforms such as TikTok.

The most popular music of 2021 –– so far

March 3, 2021
Hills students cheer for their fellow students at a pep rally during the 2019-20 school year.

Broncos wins school-wide vote for Hills’ mascot

February 25, 2021
How did Hills students describe Broncos_

Hills students, staff voice thoughts on mascot options

February 24, 2021
Last June, the Board of Education voted to remove Pascack Hills Cowboys nickname along with Pascack Valley’s mascot, the Indian.

Mascot search committee reveals final three choices for Hills’ mascot

February 22, 2021
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 wins 12 awards in statewide school publication contest

February 19, 2021
As has become the norm, the public Board meeting on Monday night echoed the hybrid nature of classes at Hills, with some participants opting to attend in-person and others virtually.

BOE receives updates on mascot search process, district finances

February 8, 2021
Superintendent Erik Gundersen clarified on Wednesday that Cowboys cannot be considered for Hills mascot.

Gundersen says Cowboys ‘not a viable option’ for Hills’ mascot

January 20, 2021
Student representatives from the Hills and Valley mascot committees spoke to the Board about their committees progress. This reignited a debate over the removal of the Cowboy mascot by the Board in June.

BOE discusses keeping Cowboys as an option for Hills’ mascot

January 19, 2021
To support Jack and organizations recommended by #JackStrong, Student Government is planning a school-wide Hills Kahoot game on Thursday, Jan. 21 at 5:30 p.m.

Student Government to host Hills trivia game in support of #JackStrong

January 14, 2021
All in-person co-curricular activities scheduled for Monday are canceled.

Hills goes fully remote on Jan. 11 after individual tests positive for Covid-19

January 10, 2021
Four new Board members being sworn in by secretary Yas Usami. Clockwise from top left: Kristin Martin of Hillsdale, Kelly Blundy of Woodcliff Lake, Gini Varghese of Hillsdale, and Michael Weaver of Montvale.

New BOE members sworn in at reorganization meeting

January 4, 2021
While Board members were able to attend tonights meeting in person, six out of eight attended virtually from home.

BOE discusses 8th period, honors students and departing members

December 14, 2020
All in-person co-curricular activities are also canceled through Sunday, Dec. 13.

Health officials move Pascack Valley Regional to fully remote instruction until Dec. 14

November 25, 2020
Less than an hour before class, an individual at Hills reported a positive Covid-19 test to the district.

Pascack Hills reports positive Covid-19 test

November 18, 2020
171 students in total –– around 20% of the Hills student body -– responded to the survey.

The 2020 presidential election among Hills students

November 2, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Michael Weaver

Meet the Board candidate: Michael Weaver

October 27, 2020
The announcement comes after another individual at Hills reported a positive test last Monday before school, forcing the school to close for two days.

Hills Covid case updates: Fully remote instruction to continue through Nov. 5

October 25, 2020
Less than an hour before class, an individual at Hills reported a positive Covid-19 test to the district.

Hills Covid case updates: School to reopen tomorrow, Oct. 21

October 19, 2020
There are differences between the candidates: their qualifications, their values, their priorities, and their philosophies on the role of the Board.

Who they are and where they stand: The Pascack Valley Regional Board candidates

October 9, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Kelly Blundy

Meet the Board candidate: Kelly Blundy

October 16, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: David Steinberg

Meet the Board candidate: David Steinberg

October 15, 2020
The Board of Education along with Superintendent Erik Gundersen and student representatives Aria Chalileh and Connor Flinn.

Board of Education presents communication plan at meeting

October 12, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Pat Luisi

Meet the Board candidate: Pat Luisi

October 9, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Kristin Martin

Meet the Board candidate: Kristin Martin

October 9, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Gini Varghese

Meet the Board candidate: Gini Varghese

October 9, 2020
Meet the Board candidate: Arnold Scher

Meet the Board candidate: Arnold Scher

October 9, 2020
Principal Tim Wieland directs freshmen to their classes during orientation Sept. 3.

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

September 18, 2020
Paspalas coaching wrestling during his first year at Hills in 1989.

Concluding three decades at Hills, Paspalas reflects on past and present challenges

September 16, 2020
The front of Woodcliff Middle School, which sends many of its students to Pascack Hills after they graduate.

Woodcliff Middle School goes all-remote after teacher tests positive for Covid-19

September 11, 2020
Paspalas in 2018. He has been with the district for over 13 years.

Phil Paspalas, Hills assistant principal and athletic director, to retire in 2021

August 31, 2020
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Pascack Hills and every school in New Jersey were closed from March 13 through the end of the 2019-20 school year.

‘No 100% guarantees’: Board approves plan to reopen schools

August 17, 2020
The July 23 Board meeting addressed pressing issues facing the district, including the reopening of Hills, the mascot removal, and racial equity efforts.

School reopening, mascot removal, Black Lives Matter discussed at July 23 Board meeting

July 23, 2020
Sheriff Anthony Cureton

Police reform, mascot removal underscored at racial equity rally in Woodcliff Lake

June 27, 2020
A protester holds a sign at the racial equity rally in Woodcliff Lake.

Media: Racial equity march held in Woodcliff Lake on Saturday

June 27, 2020
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Pascack Hills and every school in New Jersey were closed from March 13 through the end of the 2019-20 school year.

What New Jersey’s school reopening guidelines may mean for Hills

June 26, 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
Roughly one third of responses so far were among rising juniors, while nearly one fifth were among rising seniors. Roughly 13% of those who responded were rising sophomores; around 5% were among this year’s graduating class. The remaining responses were alumni, community members, or anonymous.

Community responds to Trailblazer form on Cowboy removal

June 24, 2020
Protests against the removal of the Cowboy as Pascack Hills mascot.

Media: Community members protest against removal of Cowboy as Hills’ mascot

June 23, 2020
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