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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...

An order of bubble tea, waiting on pickup, sits on a counter at Junbi near the Princeton University campus. The beverage, which has become popular among teens in recent years, now has its own National Day of the Month: April 30.

Boba Tea: More Than Just a Drink

Each generation has a drink that is associated with them, usually a good ol’ cup of “morning Joe,” otherwise known as coffee. Boomers have their black coffee, Gen-Xers have their espresso shots, Millenials have their matcha...

Around different schools in Central New Jersey, you'll find that the debate over block scheduling has become a hot-button question and discussion.

Block or Bust? Reevaluating Scheduling Structures

DIVYA KRISHNA '25 and ARCHANA MARYADA '25 June 12, 2024

In an ever-changing educational environment, the debate over scheduling methods continues to be a topic of discussion among teachers, administrators, students, and parents. One method, block scheduling, has gained traction in...

Summer is near, but school is still in session. What can you do to keep up with school till summer break?

How to: End the Year Right

PRISCILLA GO '26, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

With the end of AP exams and the beginning of the summer season, the school year comes to a close. Another year is almost over, and new beginnings are in a not-so-distant future, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the final...

Many students unwind after school at Kaito, a small business and also the go-to boba tea spot located in the Edison Plaza. The store offers a wide variety of beverages and has a serene atmosphere, perfect to relax after a day of stress in school.

Bussin’ Bussin’ Businesses: Local Businesses Near EHS

Coming-of-age movies have their diners and drive-ins, characterized as backdrops to friendships, fights, and everything quintessentially teenage. Edison High has Kaito Boba, Noodles Plus, and LoChiatto’s Pizza, small businesses...

Is the stress worth it to just get that 5?

Advanced Placement: Pinnacle or Just Panic?

ISHANI BAKSHI ‘26, News Editor June 5, 2024

As the cold winter months usher in the warm spring, many EHS students spend these long, hot days, characterized by cherry blossoms, outdoor events, and new releases—you guessed it—studying. In the first two weeks of May, a...

At EHS, many students are a part of family businesses, whether that be  custom-made candles or a Portuguese-Italian restaurant.

Passing on the Legacy

SHRIADITI KANCHERLA ‘26, Features Editor May 31, 2024

Family businesses carry tradition, connection, and integrity. The Garden State boasts a large number of family businesses, whether they be the small “mom-and-pop” shops on a corner street or the larger chains ran for generations...

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