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What Seniors are going to miss about NVD

Sohi Kim, Staff Writer June 4, 2026

During the last four years, NVD seniors have gone through both rough seas and calm waters as they navigated their way through high school. Now that they’re graduating, what were some of their favorite...

Celebrity Bella Hadid at Cranberry Junction in Hackensack, NJ

Review: best ice cream shops around NVD

Nellie Brenner, Photo/Design Editor June 4, 2026

After a brutal winter with heavy snow days, cloudy skies, and below-freezing temperatures, the New Jersey weather has finally made its way into spring and summer! Nothing is as rewarding as a scoop of...

Teenage girl working at a coffee shop.

NVD students balance afterschool jobs, school

Amit Weigel, Features Editor June 4, 2026

After eight long, grueling hours sitting in class, many NVD students are adding jobs into their already packed schedules. From tutoring kids to working at a bike shop and even making lattes, students take...

Hands-On Interest Meeting Poster

NVD gets Hands-On

Victoria Albert, Arts Editor April 19, 2026

If you've ever paid attention to the school walls while walking around, you may have noticed some of the gorgeous murals down in the H hallways. These works were all painted by past students, all hoping...

Group photo of the Step2Shine team

NVD sophomores found dance donation organization

Taylor Zhou, Staff Writer April 10, 2026

In high school, students take part in all kinds of extracurricular activities to explore their interests, build skills, and make an impact in their communities. Some join clubs or sports teams, while others...

Group photo for the Lunar New Year Celebration.

NVD celebrates Lunar New Year

Taylor Zhou, Staff Writer April 10, 2026

On February 24, students gathered in the library as the NVD Chinese Club hosted its annual Lunar New Year celebration, featuring student performances, cultural activities, and traditional snacks brought...

Spring Starbucks drinks

Starbucks spring menu: Hit or Miss?

Ashley Firestone, Staff Writer April 10, 2026

With Starbucks' new spring menu now released, students at NVD have had many mixed reactions to the new drinks and food items. While some were excited to try something new, others are very disappointed...

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