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Opinions on SmartPass

Opinions on SmartPass

Morgan Blanchette  November 1, 2024

As SmartPass has been implemented into schools, there has been a great increase of benefits. SmartPass provides an immense amount of accountability by tracking students and maintaining a digital record...

Extracurricular activities at JCHS: Why Getting Involved Matters

Extracurricular activities at JCHS: Why Getting Involved Matters

Ryan Healy November 1, 2024

Students at JCHS are getting involved in many different ways. Whether you love sports, video games, math, or just hanging out with your friends, there are always ways to get involved here at JCHS. Two...

Ticketmaster vs. Your Money

Ticketmaster vs. Your Money

Natalie Reyes November 1, 2024

In May of 2024, Ticketmaster was sued for scamming fans over hidden fees and unfair prices. These hidden fees and prices make concerts and events more expensive than advertised. Many fans have felt deceived...

Smartpass: Smart or Tyrannical? 

Smartpass: Smart or Tyrannical? 

Sophia Mastice November 1, 2024

As young people living in a modern age, our lives naturally revolve around technology—our computers, tablets, and most importantly our phones. Recently, New Jersey schools have become increasingly strict...

A Chapter Ends

A Chapter Ends

Lizzy Morcom June 19, 2024

As my time at James Caldwell High School concludes, I can’t help but go back and reflect on my time at JCHS. It is safe to say that my experience was unconventional, given that my entire freshmen year...

The End of an Era

The End of an Era

Gianna Capozzi June 19, 2024

Oh, high school! The amazing memories I have made at JCHS are some of the best of my whole life. I always ask myself,  “If my freshman year self could see me now, would she believe what I did with my...

Finishing Strong

Finishing Strong

Jada Williams June 14, 2024

Courtesy of JST Coaching & Training The Struggle is Real It’s the final quarter, and we’ve blasted through almost every possible assigned break we’ve been given. Even though we still have...

The JCHS Parking Issues

The JCHS Parking Issues

Jacqueline Manfro and Shelby Bellofatto June 14, 2024

-Introduction - Have you ever experienced any sort of issue while driving in the JCHS Parking Lot? Well, as of June 17, 2024, the office at JCHS has distributed 243 total parking permits combined...

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Is Chat GPT All That It Is Hyped Up To Be?

Jada Williams May 20, 2024

  Hopeful Beginnings  When I first learned about Chat GPT, my initial thoughts were, “Wow, this platform can be handy.” I remember hearing most of my classmates talking about this AI-powered...

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Why the Banning of TikTok is Extremely Beneficial for Teens

Shelby Bellofatto and Jacqueline Manfro May 20, 2024

  TikTok is the world's most vibrant social media platform where millions of laughs and tears happen. Tiktok is an extremely addictive platform filled with short form videos, engaging content,...

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The Ethics of True Crime: Should we Stop Watching it?

Emma Holubowich May 20, 2024

Introduction Throughout my life, I have found myself to be obsessed with True Crime. Whether it was watching True Crime shows with my mom on the weekends or listening to podcasts during the day: I...

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Sephora Kids: 10-Year-Olds in Sephora

Jacqueline Manfro and Shelby Bellofatto April 7, 2024

Overview Sephora kids, or better known as the 10-year olds who have “taken over” Sephora. Recently, tweens have been heavily influenced through social media such as TikTok and Instagram and have...

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