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While Thanksgiving dinner typically features a turkey, there are many other cultures that go beyond turkey and include different meats and food.

Thanksgiving Without the Turkey

ALESANDRA MENDEZ '27, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and, of course, food. While turkey is often the centerpiece of the traditional American Thanksgiving meal, many families celebrate with a diverse array of dishes from different cultures....

The storefront of Runner's High, a local shop dedicated to all things running, on Main Street in Downtown Metuchen.

EHS Runners’ Second Home

ESHAN JHAVERI ‘27, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

Runner’s High, New Jersey’s premier specialty running shop, has been in business since 2001, serving as a reliable source for running shoes. This local business is situated on Main Street of Downtown Metuchen, right in front...

Considering she didn't initially aspire to be a nurse, Dr. Sharon Anderson's journey to medicine took many twists and turns.

MEDison: The Nuance of Nursing

PRAGYA BHATIA ‘26, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

“It’s your decision.” Dr. Sharon Anderson, an accomplished nurse practitioner currently serving as Associate Professor in the Division of Advanced Nursing Practice in Rutgers University, grew up listening to that phrase, designed...

"From beer to ballots and feasts to TV features. How has election day changed over time in the United States?"

From Past to Present: Democracy in Action, Now and Then

This November 5, many students at EHS were tuned into their television, watching an event that will dictate the next four years of the country: the 2024 Presidential Election. From colonial feasts to the competitive campaigns...

The courtyard at Edison High School, located next to the breezeway. This is home to the garden, shed, and several different types and varieties of trees.

Comeback in Green

AKASH NATTAMAI '25, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

Accessible through the breezeway lies an outside area enclosed by the school building. This courtyard contains a shed and multiple beds for planting. Although it was one of the first added segments to EHS, it has stood the test...

In a post COVID-19 world, years of isolation have created a false and warped perception of time for many.

The Time Disconnect: The 2020 Effect Affects EHS

Think about the Disney film Frozen. Many people claim that the movie was released five to six years ago when it was actually released over ten years ago in 2013. According to, Is the 2020 Time Effect Real? by Ms. Juliana Burke,...

The celebration called Diwali began with the defeat of the demon Narakasura. Colorful diyas, or lights, symbolize this triumph of good over evil.

From Past to Present: The Festival of Lights

This October 31, as some students are donning costumes, many students at EHS look forward to spending time with family, watching fireworks, and making rangolis to celebrate Diwali. In the past, the festival of lights has been...

In the past, witches gathered around a fire pit to celebrate the Celtic Festival of Samhain; nowadays, various people dress up as popular characters looking for a sweet treat.

From Past to Present: The Haunted Roots of Halloween

This October 31, many students at EHS look forward to sporting costumes and filling up candy buckets to celebrate Halloween. In the past, the holiday has been observed in many different ways. Specifically, Halloween has always...

As the new school year begins, what can you do to prepare yourself academically?

How To: Start the School Year Right

PRISCILLA GO ‘26, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

As September rolls in, a new school year commences. New classes and new people welcome everyone as the school year begins to pick up its pace. As such, starting the year right is important. First of all, remain focused in classes....

Energy drinks have been rising in popularity among teenagers primarily for its caffeine content or taste, but how do they really affect your body?

Caffeine and its Potential Lethality

PRAGYA BHATIA '26, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

We’ve all seen students, or been the student, to carry in a large cup of coffee or energy drink to prepare ourselves for the lengthy and tiring school day ahead. As a matter of fact, as of 2023, over 70% of adolescents have...

The transition from middle school to high school is a common topic of conversation between uncertain eighth-graders and experienced high schoolers. But, what does it actually entail?

Navigating Change: Transitioning from Middle School to High School

AKASH NATTAMAI '25 October 15, 2024

With a total of 2,174 students currently enrolled in Edison High, EHS saw 610 freshmen enroll for the 2023-2024 school year. The majority of students are from Herbert Hoover Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School, but...

While senior privilege is seen as a reward for years of hard work, questions persist regarding its implementation and effectiveness.

Earning Their Stripes: Should Senior Privilege be Implemented?

DIVYA KRISHNA ‘25 and ARCHANA MARYADA ‘25 October 7, 2024

Senior Privilege is a tradition observed in many high schools. Usually viewed as a reward for years of hard work, this custom grants specific advantages to seniors like leaving campus at designated times or arriving late or leaving...

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