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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
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Kaitlyn Verde

Kaitlyn Verde, Arts and Entertainment Editor

Kaitlyn Verde, a sophomore at Hills, is excited to be an editor for Arts and Entertainment this year. She joined the Trailblazer her freshman year as a staff member and wrote articles for the Life and Style section. Verde is looking forward to creating content and working with Darcy Bergstein in the Arts and Entertainment section.

Fun fact: Verde is an avid reader, and currently owns more that 450 books!

All content by Kaitlyn Verde
People’s Choice Award categories & nominees

People’s Choice Award categories & nominees

November 3, 2021
PC: forbes.com

2021 Met Gala generates wide array of responses

September 17, 2021
Left to right: Hills students Kaitlyn Verde, Gururoop Kaur, and Lily Plechner.

Simple ways to de-stress at the end of the school year

May 26, 2021
Having the right lighting for your bedroom is very important.

Trending room decor of 2021

April 29, 2021
There are thousands of new and surprising treats that have been flavored to match the fall season.

The tricks and trends of fall 2020

November 2, 2020

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