By: Craig McPherson The focus of this edition of Underclassmen Spotlight will be Robert Mcguire, a member of MTHS's wrestling team.  Originally, Robert became interested in wrestling because he wanted to try a new sport. He previously tried many other sports, but he did not feel passionate about any of them. Wrestling seems to be the sport he has been looking for, as he has been doing it for five years.  When asked about how he trains, Robert says he has two to four practice

If you haven't seen The Sound of Music  yet, you are missing out on a major classic. Released in 1965, the movie tells the true story of the Von Trapp family in Salzburg, Austria, during World War II. The family consists of a strict father and his seven children , but the story really kicks off when a woman named Maria enters their lives. Maria starts out as a nun in an abbey, but she isn’t exactly the best at it. She was known for being incompetent, showing up late, and sing

There are two characters who always end up in the same room— and this movie captures every detail. A heartwarming, fictional tale that impacts your emotions and thoughts on love.

Mitski’s seventh studio album “The Land Is Inhospitable, And So Are We”, is one of her best works yet, and shows her skill and growth as an artist.

By: Adith Bondugula The start of the Winter Sports Season is here. Temperatures are dropping, and the school has settled into the rhythm of the winter months. The gym, locker rooms, and courts across MTHS are filled with excitement again as our student-athletes begin preparing to compete and represent the school in competition. While we're still in the first few weeks of the season, the winter teams have been demonstrating incredible effort and dedication in both practice and

By: Craig McPherson A 2024 Toyota Camry in a vibrant reservoir blue (Credit : 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE Nightshade Edition - Kelley Blue Book). In the world of automobiles, not many brands are beloved for quite the same reasons as Toyota. The Japanese auto brand is renowned for reliability, durability, and innovation. A great example of these values would be the Camry. Ever since 1983, Toyota has managed to make countless innovations in aspects such as performance and safe

By: Adith Bondugula Winter in New Jersey not only brings cold weather and snowy days, but it also brings lots of opportunities where people can come together, stay active, and have lots of fun in the winter season. There are ice-skating rinks, festivals, as well as events that take place elsewhere, all of which allow students to enjoy their winter without going very far or spending out of their budget. One of the most fun and popular cold-weather activities and sports that

By: Anastasiya Averyanova  The first fall season has officially ended at the Monroe Township Highschool during the 2025-2026 school year. From all the wins and losses, the falcon athletes had been through it all, leading to more outstanding victories in future seasons. One of the most exciting games was between the Monroe Falcons Varsity Boys Soccer team and St. Joseph’s in the GMC Championship at Piscataway High School fighting for the GMC title! Christopher “FIFO” Duran was

By: Medha Annam Christmas, A time when  fall colors are exchanged for   blank snow. The blank space waits to be covered in ornaments, lights, and accidental gingerbread crumbs. However, not everyone fills up that space the same way. Christmas is celebrated in various ways around the world, and many nations have their own unique traditions and stories.  Take Austria for example, where Santa isn’t the only one traveling all over the world: Krampus accompanies him too. Krampus,

By: Anastasiya Averyanova  Although many celebrate the holidays with presents and a big Christmas dinner, some are less fortunate than others. Throughout the month of December, the Monroe Township High School clubs have been putting together holiday drives, service projects, and fundraisers for those in need. Recently, the Red Cross club hosted a blood drive. Aryan Srinivasan, the Red Cross Club President said, “We have saved a bunch of lives with this. 3 lives are saved each

By: Adith Bondugula Every year on November 11th countless Americans across the country pause to pay their respects to the many that have been in uniform and whose bravery and sacrifices helped make the USA we see today. One such person is especially known for his actions on the battlefield and is one of the most decorated soldiers in U.S. history. His name is Audie Murphy and he won the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions and selfless morals.  After Japan attacked Hawaii at

By: Craig McPherson This edition of Senior Spotlight is dedicated to Sumer Snyder. One of Sumer’s biggest interests is theatre. She has been performing in the school’s drama club ever since she was a freshman. She is also a member of the International Thespians’ Society, a group of students who have made significant contributions to theatre in the school. Ever since she was little, Sumer loved musical movies. When she saw Wicked on Broadway in third grade, that was when she k

By: Craig McPherson A 1987 Cadillac DeVille, complete with a light blue paint job, and intricate chrome details around its boxy, yet elegant body. (Credit : Cadillac DeVille - 6th Gen Market - CLASSIC.COM ) The Cadillac, one of the oldest luxury car brands in the world, was beloved in older decades, especially the 1950s and 60s. While the Cadillac was responsible for significant models, such as the Eldorado or the Escalade, the DeVille has a particularly fascinating history.

By: Medha Annam It’s 6am. You wake up, and get ready through drowsy eyes. You step onto the bus, or car, or whatever it may be.  You’re at school now.  But why? Is it truly necessary? Well, it might not be. According to the University of the People, some believe that school teaches subjects that do not apply to the students’ future. For example, being taught science when you want to go into business may seem quite irrelevant. Students may also not be able to get the hands-on

https://www.collegedata.com/resources/study-break/senior-year-stress By: Ashley Sawh December is known for its chilly mornings, Christmas drinks, and the countdown to the holidays. However, for seniors, it also marks down one of the most stressful times of the year. College deadlines, first-quarter grades, activities, and essays can make this month feel like a marathon with no finish line in sight. This month can feel overwhelming, but stress doesn’t have to take over. Here a

This October 29th, the school hosted its annual Haunted High School in support of the Mama Mare Breast Cancer Foundation. In this event, students representing clubs organized Halloween-themed booths for visitors to take part in. Each club created its own unique attraction, such as carnival games and displays, to entertain visitors and children wearing Halloween costumes. Other than offering spooky and fun activities, this event allowed clubs to showcase their purpose and conn

By: Anastasiya Averyanova Known for bringing positive energy into the room, Ms. MacKenzie always finds a way to make connections with her students. Ms. MacKenzie has been teaching English Language Arts and the AVID elective for the past 22 years at Monroe Township High School, and she has left a long-lasting impact on her students.  “Be true to your work, your word, and your friend,” Ms. MacKenzie quoted from Henry David Thoreau. She wishes her students would carry this lesso

By: Medha Annam https://www.darlingdowns.health.qld.gov.au/about-us/our-stories/feature-articles/signs-you-might-be-experiencing-a-burnout-and-how-to-regain-balance-in-your-life   Where does one draw _______________________ the line? _______________________ How can things go from feeling free to feeling  just fine? Is that an abrupt question, or simply what has been unknowingly wandering in your  mind? When students try to balance their lives with academics, it can be difficu

By: Adith Bondugula MTHS students of many backgrounds had a blast last week at the Diwali celebration hosted by the Hindu Student Association. This was an amazing and unique event that helped students unite together and learn more about one of the most well known and vibrant Indian holidays.  Diwali, also called the Festival of Lights, celebrates the idea of light over darkness and the victory of good beating evil. Creativity, unity among students, and a willingness to lear

By: Rhea Bhooshanam The dance team at the homecoming football game! (Photo Credit: Christina Sable) You will want to stay in your seat when the half-time show begins—that’s when the Monroe Township High School dance team shines. Their performances light up the stands with their amazing energy and bright smiles. They get the crowd going with their sideline dances and put on an exceptional show during half-time.  The dance team practice starts in the summer. Dance captains Ella