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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

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Julia Bang

Julia Bang, Life and Style Editor

Julia Bang is a sophomore and Life and Style Editor for the Trailblazer. She joined her freshman year as a staff writer and wrote articles for sections such as Opinion, Life and Style, and Arts and Entertainment. Bang is excited to continue writing articles and to edit for Life and Style along with Rebecca Lovett.

Fun fact: Bang loves the cinema and can watch movies several times, finding something new to think about each time.

All content by Julia Bang
picture taken from Unsplash

Pascack Hills celebrates Mental Health Awareness Week

October 4, 2021
Chlorophyll-concentrated water has spontaneously ignited worldwide infatuation, especially among teenagers.

Chlorophyll water: Is it worth it?

April 28, 2021
A Hills student during class in-person.

Is it time to combine cohorts?

April 9, 2021
Sias problematic film, Music

Sia’s problematic film, ‘Music’

March 1, 2021
Outfits with specific color schemes and palettes are definitely coming back this year.

2021 fashion trends: A lookbook

February 3, 2021
Black Friday is one of the most detrimental traditions to Americas waste, contributing to climate change and pollution.

The unspoken side of Black Friday

November 27, 2020
Setting aside a time for you to fully apply yourself to your work is most beneficial if you value good quality work. One of the greatest tools to do so? Music.

Music’s benefits on studying and how to find your ideal playlist

November 2, 2020
Using a public Instagram poll, students were asked the overall question: “Would you say the hybrid schedule is good or bad?”

The hybrid schedule: Effective or difficult?

October 14, 2020

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