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The Student News Site of Rock Hill High School

Hill Top Times
The Student News Site of Rock Hill High School

Hill Top Times
Ananya Nandyala

Ananya Nandyala, Hill Top Times Director

Ananya Nandyala is a senior at Rock Hill High School. This is her second year on staff, and she is one of the social media/marketing directors. In her free time, she enjoys photography, reading and baking, and hopes to have a career in the dental field. Ananya’s favorite animal is a dolphin and her favorite holiday is Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. She is also passionate about traveling and experiencing other cultures.

All content by Ananya Nandyala
Rock Hill Round-Up: May 1-6

Rock Hill Round-Up: May 1-6

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
April 30, 2023
With a smile on her face, freshman Scarlett Ma represents China as she carries the flag. "I felt really proud to represent my country and show people my culture," Ma said. "I think supporting the diversity of our school is really important as it’s also showing the unity of Rock Hill."

Cultural Day pep rally appreciates diversity

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
April 20, 2023
Rock Hill Round-Up: April 17-22

Rock Hill Round-Up: April 17-22

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
April 16, 2023
Featured is the logo of local coffee shop Duino Coffee located on Stacy Rd Ste 200.

Column: Duino Coffee Review

Ananya Nandyala and Dana Garcia
April 13, 2023
Rock Hill Round-Up: April 10-15

Rock Hill Round-Up: April 10-15

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
April 9, 2023
Rock Hill Round-Up: April 4-8

Rock Hill Round-Up: April 4-8

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
April 2, 2023
Rock Hill Round Up: Feb. 27-March 4

Rock Hill Round Up: Feb. 27-March 4

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
February 25, 2023
Rock Hill Round Up: Feb. 20-25

Rock Hill Round Up: Feb. 20-25

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
February 19, 2023

Video: Students share their opinion on recent TikTok ban

Dana Garcia and Ananya Nandyala
February 15, 2023
Junior Aj Hickey stands on the sidelines of the field with his teammates while waiting for the game to begin. "Personally, I didn't grow up here, but I know for a lot of the guys it was a big deal for them as they were excited to play against their friends," Hickey said. As a result of the animated crowd on the stands, Hickey wants to work on listening to the calls better and calming his nerves.

‘Pride of Prosper’ football game enhances school spirit

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
September 28, 2022
With a smile on her face, senior Nicole Bitner performs the dance routine with the class of 2023 cheerleaders, Rockettes and varsity football players.

Color War pep rally celebrates seniors

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
October 31, 2022
A digitally constructed image created by junior Wes Phipps represents the new TikTok ban colleges are enforcing. "Without TikTok, a lot of my college friends now need to rely on other sources to gain a mental break and comfort," senior Riya Meka said. "When students are depressed, it certainly affects the people around them, ultimately negatively impacting everyone as a whole."

Texas universities censor students with TikTok ban

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
January 30, 2023
The collage above combines photos of various coffee shops.

Coffee Break!

Ananya Nandyala and Dana Garcia
December 5, 2022
Featured is the logo of local coffee shop 1418 located on 102 E Broadway St.

Column: 1418 Coffee Review

Ananya Nandyala and Dana Garcia
January 19, 2023
Rock Hill Round Up: Jan. 9-14

Rock Hill Round Up: Jan. 9-14

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
January 9, 2023
In conjunction with the Craft Fair, RHHS also hold a Multicultural fair where various cultural clubs present information. "Through the fair I was introduced to a variety of new music and new clothing; overall, it was a very fun experience," junior Anika Maheshwari said. Vendors also sold items unique to their heritage, such as jewelry and purses.

Annual Craft and Multicultural Fair cultivates students

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
December 16, 2022
With a smile on her face, junior Abbie Mcswain strikes a pose in the air as a flyer. After the cheer team performed, the cheer abilities team also made an appearance.

Winter Extravaganza pep rally unites students in festive spirit

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
December 12, 2022
Before the the winners of the spirit stick were announced, senior Nicole Bitner puts her hand up and sings along to the alma mater.

At the end of the pep rally, senior Kati England cheers on the seniors' student section. The sophomore section won the spirit stick.

Junior Kiera Parks dances a hip-hop routine in the arena as a part of the Rockettes.

Members of the K-Pop Club make their first appearance at the pep rally as they perform their dance routine.

As a part of the Color Guard, junior Bowie Savor waves her white flag in the air along with the routine.

Senior Natasha Manoj plays the flute at the pep rally. Manoj is a flute section leader and has been a part of band throughout the entirety of her high school career.

While reading the sheet music, senior Tristyn Dolan plays the Tuba at the holiday themed event.

With a smile on her face, junior Abbie Mcswain strikes a pose in the air as a flyer. After the cheer team performed, the cheer abilities team also made an appearance.

Featured is the logo of local coffee shop Karmic Grounds located on Ohio Drive Suite.

Column: Karmic Grounds Review

Ananya Nandyala and Dana Garcia
December 1, 2022
Featured is the painted logo of local coffee shop Summer Moon.

Column: Summer Moon Coffee Review

Ananya Nandyala and Dana Garcia
November 14, 2022
As the Bollywood team entered the floor, the aren became very loud as the student body cheered them on. Their performance featured a combination of traditional Indian and pop dance styles.

[Photo] Rock Hill Round Up: Oct. 31 – Nov. 5

Tolu Oyesanya, Reporter
November 1, 2022
Junior Ashley Sallaway sings the song "Rise Up" to honor breast cancer survivors at the Pink Out pep rally.

Pink Out pep rally honors breast cancer fighters

Ananya Nandyala and Jade Kratochvil
October 17, 2022
Rock Hill Round-Up: Oct. 17-22

Rock Hill Round-Up: Oct. 17-22

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
October 17, 2022
Rock Hill Round-Up: Oct. 10-14

Rock Hill Round-Up: Oct. 10-14

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
October 7, 2022
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At the 2021 Homecoming parade, Rocky tosses candy to Prosper community members lined along the streets. This year Homecoming will occur on the second week of September. The dance will be on Saturday, Sept 17.

All Things Homecoming

Ananya Nandyala and Jacob Turner
September 9, 2022
Leaping into the air, senior Rami Shihabi performs the Rockettes routine facing the seniors. "This season I hope to set a good example for years to come and see everyone improve throughout the year," Shihabi said. Shihabi has been on the team for three years now and is the captain of the Rockettes.

Tie Up the Texans pep rally kickstarts the fall season

Ananya Nandyala, Reporter
September 1, 2022
As their routine comes to an end, the cheer team poses facing the cheerful crowd. "Buy into the purpose of your team or program," senior and head cheer captain Nicole Bitner said. "Being fully committed will make your program more successful because everyone will work towards the same goal 100%." Bitner appreciates all who came to support the fall athletes, as it shows the love and spirit of Rock Hill.

‘Meet the Blue Hawks’ honors Fall season athletes

Dana Garcia and Ananya Nandyala
August 26, 2022
Senior Kati England, a varsity athletic trainer, takes the field. "I hope that our [sports medicine] team grows stronger this year and that we do the best that we possibly can to help all of the sports," England said. England is also the co-captain for the varsity cheer squad and looks forward to attending all of the football games during her last year being a part of sports medicine and cheer.

Sophomore Isaiah Orlandi and junior Amar Williams walk toward the crowd as the varsity football team is announced. "Just being with my friends and teammates and coaches every day [motivates me]," Williams said. Despite transitioning to a higher division, Williams hopes to have a winning record and make the playoffs this season.

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