By Castalia Litos, School and Community Editor
• May 17, 2024
This month at Hendrick Hudson High School, the school’s Chamber Orchestra, Choir, and Wind Ensemble collaborated in a combined performance of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana cantata. A rich and technically challenging piece, Hen Hud’s dedicated students performed Orff’s magnum opus in an impressive...
By Castalia Litos, School & Community Editor
• April 12, 2024
Mrs. Rieth’s AP Environmental Science class recently had the opportunity to explore a Tesla and dive into discussions on the environmental impact of electric vehicles. The class, which centers around environmentally conscious decision making and topics about renewable energy resources, weighed...
The future of Hendrick Hudson school district remains uncertain as a result of the closing of Indian Point and its depletion of our revenues. The district’s budget restructuring expresses the intention of prioritizing students and staff, but taking a closer look, the truth is cloudier than that.
Initial...
One of Hen Hud’s most beloved teachers and a key member of the HHHS staff, Mr. Lupien is entering his 20th full school year at Hen Hud as a social studies teacher. He’s taught almost every course offered in Hen Hud’s social studies department. His favorites — AP Psych, AP World or History Through...
MONTROSE, NY — On March 8, 2024, the PTSA and Class of 2024 kicked off Hen Hud’s annual Fashion Show fundraiser. This year, the theme was music festivals: Rolling Loud, Lollapalooza, Coachella, Stagecoach, Tomorrowland, and Jazz Fest, hence the student-voted name of Hudapolooza. Following the genres...
The new FAFSA rollout has been riddled with many issues, including three-hour hold times, glitches and bugs in the website, and frequent maintenance. Many students have been left in the dark about solutions to their problems regarding the FAFSA form, and a new processing date of mid-March has forced...
Have you ever strolled down the bustling streets of New York City? The vibrant aura of the city is truly a sight to behold. Take in the towering buildings, the invigorating air, the fragrant smells, and the eclectic mix of people. The fashion scene in the city is unparalleled! You'll spot people dressed...
The most magical time of the year is just around the corner, and the air is filled with excitement for the upcoming season. It's time to don your frosty, fantastical outfits! This is the time of year when wintery-fashionable clothes seem to emerge from the snowy ground.
Even during the cold...
When I entered Yosemite for the first time, it was a jaw-dropping experience. We had just been driving up a winding road for what felt like an hour, and as soon as we cleared the top, I saw the largest cliff face I’d ever seen. Little did I know that it would be one of the smallest ones I’d see...
The Hendrick Hudson School District welcomed Superintendent Tromblee in October as the new face of leadership, superseding Interim Superintendent, Dr. Dennis Lauro. “I want the student experience to be at the center of every decision the district makes,” said Mr. Tromblee, regarding his goals for...
You’ve seen them patrolling the halls, checking bathrooms and keeping watch in the cafeteria. Hen Hud’s security guards work hard throughout the day to keep the school safe and orderly, but who are these security guards? What are their days like? And how did they end up at Hen Hud in the first place?
Chris...
“Who do you want to be when you grow up?” is much harder to answer once you actually have to decide. As the end of high school approaches for many students, choosing a career path feels like a daunting leap of faith. Hearing from community members, who took such leaps, offers a glimpse into the many...
