The Patriot Newspaper

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The Patriot Newspaper

The Patriot Newspaper

Teacher Feature: Mrs. Bartchak

Teacher Feature: Mrs. Bartchak

Rylee Decker, Staff Writer March 12, 2024

Beginning her career last year, Mrs. Bartchak has made a lasting impression on the student body and her colleagues at East. Growing up in Clinton, New Jersey with a big Italian family began her interest...

10 Most Important Albums of All Time

Dean Blackwell, Staff Writer March 7, 2024

Among the vast array of albums that have graced our ears, some have left a special mark in musical history. Here, we explore the 10 most important albums that have not only shaped genres but have also...

Why You Should Take Anatomy

Why You Should Take Anatomy

Angelina Fitten-Truong, Staff Writer February 12, 2024

Course selections are due here at East. Students are picking the classes in which they are interested in. As a sophomore last year, I was very intrigued by the anatomy course that was being offered. Now,...

Local Restaurant Review: Baci Ristorante & Heart of Oak Pub

Local Restaurant Review: Baci Ristorante & Heart of Oak Pub

Jack Corrigan, Staff Writer February 8, 2024

As I took a right turn off Route 202 and onto 413, I noticed a light shining outside of my passenger side window. The string of lights was vivid and exquisite covering the patio and leading to the balcony...

The Electoral College: Its Function Throughout History and Potential Future

The Electoral College: Its Function Throughout History and Potential Future

Gus Clancy, Staff Writer October 25, 2023

With an election right around the corner, we will begin to see a lot more political ads and some speculation of who will win, but have you ever considered how they win? Many people know about the Electoral...

What A 21st Century Classroom Should Look Like

What A 21st Century Classroom Should Look Like

Kaveena Ponamgi June 14, 2023

For a high schooler one hundred years ago, a typical day in school would consist of learning with paper materials and textbooks only. Most likely, you were also male if you were in school (especially college)....

In Defense of the Op-Ed

In Defense of the Op-Ed

Abigail Ritzman June 8, 2023

Op-Eds, or opposite the editorial pieces, have been making appearances in newspapers for over a century. The column offers a variety of writers the opportunity to share their opinions on virtually any...

Policy 321

Policy 321

Abigail Ritzman March 27, 2023

“I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim.” -Elie Wiesel This was...

Reality of Being a High School Athlete

Reality of Being a High School Athlete

Ava Barnum March 15, 2023

Each sport has its own unique perk to it which tends to bring out the best of us. They show us the hard work, the dedication and the progressive improvement of skill made possible only through...

SZA’s ‘S.O.S’ 2022 Album Review

SZA’s ‘S.O.S’ 2022 Album Review

Angelina Fitten-Truong February 9, 2023

SZA released her second studio album ‘S.O.S’ on Friday, December 9th, 2022. The album features 23 tracks with mixtures of R&B, Pop, Rap, and almost every genre one can think of. Each track tells...

The Crucible: Book vs. Movie

The Crucible: Book vs. Movie

Alexandra Ilchenko February 9, 2023

The Crucible, written by Arthur Miller in 1953, is a play following the town of Salem throughout the witch trials of 1692. In 1996, a movie adaption of The Crucible came out, also written by Arthur Miller...

A New Approach to Learning: Year-round Schooling

A New Approach to Learning: Year-round Schooling

Chantal van Dongeren February 9, 2023

“Dear high school students, welcome back from winter break! Hope you enjoyed your time off and made the most of it. Now, however, it’s time to buckle up for the long, long ride from January to April…” From...

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