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Newly Approved Proposal: Sayreville School District’s Data Science Program

Rishi Shah, Editor In Chief January 10, 2025

The Sayreville School District is making important changes to its curriculum with the introduction of a new Data Science program. Co-led by Dr. Mala Maharana, head of the Math, Computer Science, and Business...

Legacy of the 2016 state champions

Legacy of the 2016 state champions

Gianna Czerniawski, Guest Writer January 10, 2025

In a game against Middletown North eight years ago, Sayreville defeated the Lions in a 41-14 decision and won the title of state champions. Their legacy continues to today with them being honored at this...

Sustainable Infrastructure

Sustainable Infrastructure

Jasmine Kohli, Staff Writer January 10, 2025

As climate change becomes a more pressing issue, many cities around the world face challenges with their infrastructure due to rising sea levels and extreme weather. To minimize the impact of climate change,...

Drone flying in the sky.

Statewide drones cause panic: Here is what we know

Mya Melara, Staff Writer January 10, 2025

On November 18, 2024 the first mysterious drones the size of cars were spotted in New Jersey skies, and two months later they are still in the skies and the public does not know why. Politicians have...

From Hometown Stage to Worldwide Fame: Jon Bon Jovi Returns Home to SWMHS

From Hometown Stage to Worldwide Fame: Jon Bon Jovi Returns Home to SWMHS

Rishi Shah and Jasmine Kohli October 2, 2024

In a heartfelt homecoming, rock and roll legend Jon Bon Jovi returned to his alma mater, Sayreville War Memorial High School, to celebrate his induction into the SWMHS Hall of Fame and the grand opening...

California residents battle growing 12,500 acre wildfire

California residents battle growing 12,500 acre wildfire

Alyssa Rask, Editor June 10, 2024

A wildfire that began Saturday in San Joaquin County, California, has now caused a mass evacuation of residents, officials say. The fire, which has now consumed over 12,500 acres of land, began in the...

Induction Night 2024

Celebrating Honor Society Induction Night 2024

Rishi Shah, Editor June 10, 2024

On Monday, May 20, our high school was filled with high achieving students, families, administration and faculty all gathered to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students across six honor...

Ukrainian Women Leaders Drive Peace Initiatives

Ukrainian Women Leaders Drive Peace Initiatives

Nina Salamatova, Guest Writer May 10, 2024

The Independent Delegation of Ukrainian Women to the United Nations contributed to global peacemaking at the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York.  "Our delegation combines...

New FAFSA has negatively impacted College Decision Day

New FAFSA has negatively impacted College Decision Day

Bianca Lewandowski, Staff Writer May 10, 2024

For the 2024-2025 college cycle, FAFSA went under the FAFSA simplification act—to make it shorter, easier to use, and give students more financial aid. However, it has been the complete opposite, as...

Club Spotlight: Sayreville TSA

Club Spotlight: Sayreville TSA

Jasmine Kohli, Staff Writer May 10, 2024

The Technology School Association (TSA) is a a national organization that allows students interested in technology and education to compete in different competitions related to the field of STEM.  TSA...

Club Spotlight: American Red Cross

Club Spotlight: American Red Cross

Jasmine Kohli, Staff Writer May 10, 2024

The American Red Cross chapter at SWMHS took part in National Volunteer Month by making thank you cards for healthcare workers and volunteers. National Volunteer Month is observed during the month of April...

Biden signs bill that could ban TikTok

Biden signs bill that could ban TikTok

Alyssa Rask, Editor May 10, 2024

On Wednesday, April 24, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law that could ban the famous app TikTok if it's not sold within a year. The law, included in a $95 million national security package,...

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