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The Student News Site of Rock Hill High School

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The Student News Site of Rock Hill High School

Hill Top Times

Student sentiments on the 2024 election

Student sentiments on the 2024 election

Tolu Oyesanya, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2024

The 2024 U.S. presidential election concluded with Donald Trump securing a second term, winning 312 electoral votes to Kamala Harris's 226. “I was very publicly predicting a win for Kamala Harris,”...

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AP World History students created political campaign posters for a mock election project between two candidates– Genghis Khan and the White Lotus Society.
. “I think [everyone] should all have a say on who they think is going to run the country best,” sophomore Rohit Darbhakul said.

The extreme importance of voting

Zachary Hamilton, Reporter
November 7, 2024

Voting may seem insignificant to some, but history shows that every voice matters, especially in close elections. While the most recent presidential election was a landslide, many past elections have been...

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Aiming his gadget, American Sign Language teacher Brendon Feagans dresses as a Ghostbuster with a proton pack secured to his back.

Trunk or Treat!

Tolu Oyesanya, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2024

On Oct. 30, Rock Hill hosted its first-ever Trunk or Treat event. The event had a large turnout, as young community members from local schools enjoyed trunk-or-treating with their families. Various...

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U.S. Government teacher Adam Barclay gives advice about the importance of local politics. “The presidential elections, or the big Senates, or the House of Representatives— that gets all the [attention],” Barclay said, “But that doesn't affect your everyday life. Your mayor, your city council, your school board— that affects your everyday life.”

Local politics is more important than you think

Zachary Hamilton, Reporter
October 29, 2024

When it comes to politics, the main focus is generally national politics such as presidential, congressional, or representative elections. However, while these elections are important, those that take...

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Autumn themed poster for welcoming in the season.

Welcoming Fall

October 28, 2024

Stepping on crunchy leaves, enjoying the cool temperatures and beautiful autumn foliage, and pumpkin patches to take cute pictures with our family and friends are just a few of the elements that get us...

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Amanda Dreager ensures that everyone leaving the school is authorized to do so while verifying that anyone entering is a safe individual.

Staff’s rapid response helps parent in medical crisis

Jacob Joyce, Staff Reporter
October 28, 2024

As parents lined up to pick up their children from school, the calm of a typical afternoon was shattered by an urgent call over the radio: a medical emergency in the front of the parking lot.  “The...

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Junior Akanksha Agrawal spots her flag as everyone throws in sync.

Color guard captivates

Andrea Albors-Morales, Reporter
October 28, 2024

With the football season now in full swing, Color Guard shines at every half-time. Their ensemble consists of elaborate choreography with flags and eye-catching visuals.    David Arvin, Director...

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Freshman Andrea Albors-Morales uses Chat GPT to help explain a tough topic in math. "I think AI really helpful sometimes, like it depends on the subject, but AI can help you if you really need something like when you just can't think of anything for the assignment or you just don't get anything, it can really help you just finish it up."

Artificial intelligence’s role in academics

Abigail Kromis, Staff Reporter
October 22, 2024

As artificial intelligence has grown in recent years, schools have found ways to integrate this modern technology in their classrooms. Students and teachers have divided opinions on this matter.   As...

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Sophomore Aparna Uppalapati crouches between two girls, engaging with them as they create a chalk flower on the pavement. “I love children and I’m very passionate about children, so that’s why I joined TAFE,” Uppalapati said. “After being in TAFE,  I learned how to get a child to understand [me] better and how to understand a child better.”

Building bonds

Tolu Oyesanya, Staff Reporter
October 19, 2024

Every professional development day, the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) chapter hosts Kids Camps, a district childcare program designed for children of teachers. Last Friday, on Oct. 11,...

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JROTC cadets assist each other with curl-ups during physical training.  “Going out and competing and winning, especially, brings so much confidence to everyone on the team, and we feel really close, as a family,” senior cadet Soumika Annam said.

Army funding for JROTC opens doors for students

Jacob Joyce, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2024

The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program has received early funding from the Army, leading to significant growth and new opportunities for cadets. “Normally it takes five years, but...

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College and career counselor Gary Livingston stands in front of college banners in his office. “The most important aspect is to truly know that this is for them,” Livingston said. “This isn't for Mom, this isn't for Dad, this isn't for Auntie, Uncle, you know, it's their future.”

Uncovering college: common misconceptions

Zachary Hamilton, Staff Reporter
October 3, 2024

College. Seen as one of the main milestones after high school, college is a prominent subject in students’ lives, yet they often have misunderstandings about it. With College Week recently concluding,...

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Freshman Macey Hunt and junior Jon Brian participate in the Hope Squad friendship-bracelet making at lunch. “There are many lunch activities that Hope Squad is managing.” Figueroa-Jones said.

Saving lives through awareness

Abigail Kromis, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2024

According to Texas Health and Human Services, suicide stands as the second leading cause of death in Texas, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and understanding in our communities.  Counselor...

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