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The Class of 2025 arrived at Edison High’s front lawn at around 6 a.m for Senior Sunrise on September 6th.
Senior Sunrise Success
October 15, 2024
Edison High School's Class of 2024 throws their graduation caps in unison to mark that they are officially graduates.
Soaring to New Heights: Class of 2024 Graduates
June 30, 2024
Mrs. Michele Downey, who teacher Algebra 2, retires after 25 years of teaching students at Edison High.
Etched into History
June 12, 2024
Students representing Pakistan prepare panipuri, a savory snack, to sell along with mango juice.
Traveling From Table to Table
June 12, 2024
Engineering teacher Kevin Kerins closes the Capstone presentations. The presentations were a culmination of a year's work and several stages of development.
‘24 STEM Seniors Present Long-Awaited Capstone Projects
June 12, 2024
Dr. Aurora Loufek works behind the scenes to ensure students reach their maximum potential. Loufek recently earned her doctorate from Carson-Newman Univsersity.
A Rewarding Journey
June 11, 2024
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
October 15, 2024
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?
October 7, 2024
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
June 12, 2024
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
June 12, 2024
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
June 10, 2024
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
June 7, 2024
Newly elected Class of 2025 president Derek Dudek has some exciting announcements to make for the coming year.
New Year, New Column, New Spirit
October 14, 2024
Newly elected Class of 2025 president Derek Dudek has some exciting announcements to make for the coming year.
Looking Forward to September
June 12, 2024
The word "acoustic" has evolved as slang to refer to autism.
People Aren’t Guitars, So Why Are We Calling Them Acoustic?
June 7, 2024
While high school nonprofits show initiative, many see their end after a student goes to college, as many times, the sole reason for the nonprofit was for college applications.
Teen Philanthropy: Crafting Compassion or College Credentials?
May 28, 2024
Taylor Swift seems to have the Midas touch on the NFL, but many are wondering if that's really a good thing.
The Super Bowl: (Taylor’s Version)?
March 26, 2024
Students often ignore the consequences associated with vaping.
Vaping: The Silent Threat Amongst the Youth, Ignored at What Cost?
March 24, 2024
Mrunmaee Bansode '24 asks Dr. Edward Aldarelli a question on the Edison Township school district during a press conference in the Media Center.
New Superintendent Brings New Hopes for Students
January 9, 2024
Students grudgingly take a standardized test in a classroom.
The Low Standards of Standardized Testing
June 14, 2023
The ban on Google Chat has frustrated both students and teachers and has made it difficult to communicate. Students now see a blocked screen instead of the usual Google Chat setup.
Missing Chat Exposes a Missing Education
March 15, 2023
Each November we're told to "Give Thanks," but have we forgotten what that means?
Put The Thanks Back In Thanksgiving
November 7, 2022
Edison High School
No More Thoughts and Prayers
June 8, 2022
Editorial: Don’t Our Voices Count?
Editorial: Don’t Our Voices Count?
November 19, 2021
Stuti Shah '25, the September Rotary Senior of the Month, says her high school experience has been challenging but meaningful.
Shah Shines as September’s Rotary Senior of the Month
October 14, 2024
Georgios Boleros '20 (left) and a colleague stand next to their aircraft.
Eye in the Sky
May 23, 2024
Mr. Carl Adams (left) and Mr. Tom Meagher, members of the EHS Maintenance Staff, deliver much-needed supplies to the E^3 Arena. This is one of the many aspects of their work, which also includes cleaning, sanitation, repair, and maintenance throughout the entire building.
A Day in the Life: EHS Maintenance Staff
May 22, 2024
Ms. Shelly Colletto in London, UK, standing with Big Ben behind her. This is one of her trips that inspired her love for traveling.
Teacher by Day, World Traveler by Night
May 16, 2024
Evangelia "Lia" Stellakis having fun on her horse, Curley. Although this 26-year-old horse is retired, he still enjoys giving "pony rides" to young children.
Teacher’s Pet: Horsing Around With Curley
May 16, 2024
"-ber This Place?", the Congressional Art Competition nominated piece is an oil painting that depicts the deteriorating state of one's room, typically in a period of grief.
The Painter that Made it to Pallone: Emily Park
May 2, 2024
Stuti Shah '25, the September Rotary Senior of the Month, says her high school experience has been challenging but meaningful.
Shah Shines as September’s Rotary Senior of the Month
October 14, 2024
Standing tall, Khatri plays at the High School Jazz Festival.
Khatri Marches to Be the Best as Rotary June Senior of the Month
June 12, 2024
Rachael Rodriguez ’24, the June Rotary Senior of the Month, says she is "appreciative and blessed."
Lacrosse Enthusiast Rodriguez Reaches June Rotary Senior of the Month
June 12, 2024
Madelyn Donner '24, the May Rotary Senior of the Month, says her high school career has been "inspiring."
Donner Dazzles as May’s Rotary Senior of the Month
May 16, 2024
Shiloh Estoque '24, April's Rotary Senior of the Month, poses at Track Nationals where he represents the Edison High track and field team.
Estoque Scores as Rotary April Senior of the Month
May 2, 2024
Claudia Wedzi '24, the April Rotary Senior of the Month, says her high school experience has been "transformative."
Wedzi Works Her Way Up
May 2, 2024
Rithika Gunasekaran '27 and Solai Ramasubramaniyam '27 act as Julia and Olga Reyes, the two sisters in the young adult novel "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter."
I Am Not Your Perfect Y.A. Book
October 16, 2024
Rithika Gunasekaran '27 and Solai Ramasubramaniyam '27 represent the relationship between Wes Bennett and Liz Buxbaum from the well-known novel, 'Better Than the Movies' by Lynn Painter.
Nothing Gets Better Than the Movies
October 14, 2024
Pearl Jam's twelfth studio record "Dark Matter" has peaked at #1 on Top Rock, Hard Rock, and Alternative Albums. The album has been critically acclaimed and positively received by fans.
Pearl Jam is Still “Alive”
October 14, 2024
Rithika Gunasekaran '27 and Solai Ramasubramaniyam '27 read the well-known novel "To Kill a Mockingbird," by Harper Lee, for the 10th grade honors summer reading assignment. The two students explored the numerous important themes in the text that Lee tries to convey as the story takes place in the 1900s in the fictional town: Maycomb, Alabama.
To Kill a Mockingbird or To Kill a Student?
October 1, 2024
Summer is here; flowers are in bloom. Find out the flower that matches with you.
️April Showers Bring May Flowers
June 11, 2024
Rithika Gunasekaran '27 and Solai Ramasubramaniyam '27 reenacting a famous scene from the book, "Song of Achilles" by Madeline Miller, where protagonists Patroclus, the expelled prince, and Achilles, the fated "best warrior" train together.
The Song of Achilles: A Gift 100 Times Better Than the Trojan Horse
June 10, 2024
The Crazy Guy Technique
The Crazy Guy Technique
October 18, 2024
Failing with Flying Colors
Failing with Flying Colors
October 11, 2024
Difficulties of Hairstyling
Difficulties of Hairstyling
September 27, 2024
Crazy Guy's Best Joke
Crazy Guy’s Best Joke
September 20, 2024
Strike of Justice
Strike of Justice
June 7, 2024
The Get Outta Here Button
The Get Outta Here Button
June 4, 2024
"Born to poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American Dream." The story of Ricthie Valens.
La Bamba (1987): Celebrating Latino Pride and Heritage
October 14, 2024
"On the air. Unaware. . .The world is watching."
A Cautionary Warning for the Digital Age
March 21, 2024
All the power on earth can't change destiny
The Godfather Part III (1990): Reflections in Redemption and Government Corruption
February 15, 2024
Real power can't be given. It must be taken
The Godfather Part II (1974): A Duology of Legacy and the American Dream
February 8, 2024
An offer you can't refuse.
The Godfather (1972): An Epic in Family, Decisions, and Duality of Power
February 1, 2024
A family comedy without the family.
Home Alone (1990): An Unforgettable Christmas Classic & Icon
December 19, 2023
BIRDLE - 09/05/24
BIRDLE – 09/05/24
September 5, 2024
BIRDLE - 05/31/24
BIRDLE – 05/31/24
May 31, 2024
BIRDLE - 05/30/24
BIRDLE – 05/30/24
May 30, 2024
BIRDLE - 05/29/24
BIRDLE – 05/29/24
May 29, 2024
BIRDLE - 05/28/24
BIRDLE – 05/28/24
May 28, 2024
BIRDLE - SPECIAL EDITION #3
BIRDLE – SPECIAL EDITION #3
May 27, 2024
Noreen Amponsah '24 passes the baton to Grace White '25 during the Girls' 4x400 meter relay. The girls team (Noreen Amponsah '24, Grace White '25, Hailey Dawson '24, Jada Bonds '24) places second overall.
Strong Performance for EHS at GMC’s
June 12, 2024
Sarvesh Premkumar '25 gets in his stance to hit the ball back to Highland Park's Ethan Chen '25 in the first singles. Premkumar emerged victorious, defeating Chen in two sets reading scores of 6-0 and 6-4.
Advantage Eagles
May 15, 2024
Bryce Hickerson '26 runs alongside an opponent from East Brunswick High School during the final stretch of the Varsity Boys 4x800 relay.
Overwhelming Divisional Victory for Edison Track at Middlesex Relays
May 14, 2024
The Eagles face off against Barnegat in the 2021 Autism Awareness Challenge. The game, which has become a tradition for EHS Boys Baseball, saw a victory for this year's team.
Edison High Beats Barnegat
May 14, 2024
Abhiram Vemula '26, Gavin Garcia '25, and Ajit Sivakumar '25 celebrate as they win a point against St. Joes.
Boys Volleyball Team Continues Killing It
May 6, 2024
Ashmit Gandhi '26 follows through on a forehand as he readies himself to return the ball.
Eagles Prevail Over Eagles
May 6, 2024
Emmanuel Kostis '26 (left) prepares to score a goal against the opposing team, bringing his team closer to a win. Rylee McEvoy '25 (right) works to reach a new personal best as she loops the track.
Kostis Scores, McEvoy Runs
October 16, 2024
Nyekir Eato ‘25 (left) rushes with the football in hand, his opponent just behind him. (From left to right) Athletes of the Week Nandini Chandra ‘26, Khaliyah Revan ‘25, and Lojein Elgebrawi ‘25 pose after celebrating breaking their team's losing streak against the Hawks.
Eato Rushes, Chandra, Revan, & Elgebrawi Swings
October 16, 2024
Pranav Srinivasan '27 (left) poses with his tennis racket after another winning match. Ajit Sivakumar '25 (middle) performs a jump serve to start the set strong. Layla Robinson '24 (right) runs with the ball as she passes by the opposing players, hoping to score a goal.
Robinson Nets, Srinivasan Swings, Sivakumar Spikes
June 12, 2024
Hailey Dawson ‘24 (left) runs her relay and fights to pass a student representing the Piscataway track and field team. Remy Bethea '24 (right) leaps as he participates in the triple jump.
Dawson Relays, Bethea Jumps
June 11, 2024
Ryan Lin '25 (left) preparing his swing before he makes his shot. Madison Zaccarro '24 (right) putts to finish a hole during her game.
Lin Swings, Zaccaro Drives
May 31, 2024
Colin Pridady '25 (left) running with the ball as he looks for an open teammate. Jocelyn Gross '24 (right) in a faceoff as she attempts to retrieve the ball from the opposing team.
Pridady Clears, Gross Nets
May 14, 2024

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CHETANA BIDESI '24

CHETANA BIDESI '24, Staff Writer

Chetana Bidesi is a staff writer for "The Eagles Eye." She joined during her junior year and hopes to be a part of the Newspaper till the end. I love to sketch and dance in my free time. I love to read books, especially Harry Potter books.

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Gabrielle Bulahan '23 singing "Flowers" (Gabbie's version).

Eagle Night Live!

CHETANA BIDESI '24, Staff Writer
June 15, 2023
(From left) Remee '23, Gabrielle '23, Angelina '24, Isabelle '23, and Sidhdi '23

Broadway Night: A New Tradition?

CHETANA BIDESI ‘24
March 16, 2023
The "Toy Story"-themed hallway decorations, completed by the Class of 2023

Deck the Halls

CHETANA BIDESI '24
January 30, 2023
A view of New York City and the sky.

Wherever We Go On The Road To See The World

ARYAA BHALERAO '22, ABHIRAMI VENKATRAM '22, and CHETANA BIDESI '24
June 8, 2022
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