Hills Review

What is the life of a musician really like? Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music.

The start time of school is ridiculous. Starting class so early causes sleep deprivation and can lead to exhaustion and a decline in grades. Nathan Glick, Jack Simon, Saul Adum traveled the halls to see if students and teachers think the school start time is fair.

While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. In this feature podcast, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and losing.

When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." In this opinion piece, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues.

It's Monday, April 3rd, 2023 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." On Tuesday, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues. What is the life of a musician really like? This Wednesday, Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music. While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. This Thursday, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and

Oftentimes, music is used to tune out the world around us. But can music help us focus while studying? Allie Lerner and Justin Rimpel ask High School East students and teachers whether they think listening to music is beneficial to studying, and if so, what kind of music allows for the most focus while doing so.

With the establishment of the New York Islanders in 1972, a fanbase was born – one that started as a community and went on to become a family. In this podcast, Benjamin Messinger gives us an insider's look at what it is to be an Islander fan.

In this book talk, Rachel Neuman and Deanna DeVilla discuss Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson. This murder-mystery novel is a sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. The plot follows Pip: a young girl who, after solving a mystery in her hometown, finds herself stuck in another investigation when someone close to her goes missing.

Carrie Berk has a lifetime’s worth of accomplishments at the young age of twenty. She has written twenty-one books, including the series The Cupcake Club and Carrie’s Chronicles which focuses on empowerment through style and positivity. In this interview, Lindsay Weinfeld talks to Carrie about her work and how social media has impacted her success.

It's Monday, March 6th, 2023 and welcome to the March edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. Carrie Berk has a lifetime’s worth of accomplishments at the young age of twenty. She has written twenty-one books, including the series The Cupcake Club and Carrie’s Chronicles which focuses on empowerment through style and positivity. On Tuesday, Lindsay Weinfeld talks to Carrie about her work and how social media has impacted her success. On Wednesday, Rachel Neuman and Deanna DeVilla discuss Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson. This murder-mystery novel is a sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. The plot follows Pip: a young girl who, after solving a mystery in her hometown, finds herself stuck in another investigation when someone close to her goes missing. With the establishment of the New York Islanders in 1972, a fanbase was born – one that started as a community and went on to become a family. This Thursday, Benjamin Messinger gives us an insider's look at what it is to be

Ever since the film The Matrix, the idea of living in a simulation has fascinated people. In this month's Students in the Hall, Aayush Prakash, Khaled Alafifi, and Arnav Singh ask students and teachers at High School East whether they would choose a true reality or simulation perfection.

Wouldn't it be nice if your hobby was your job? For many passionate people, online streaming makes this dream a reality. On Thursday, Luke Mallon looks at what it takes to turn a passion into a successful online presence – and possibly a career.

In this month's book talk, Tyler Grobman, Sam Goldberg, and Jacob Erdheim discuss Walter Dean Myers' Invasion. This discussion features a story set in World War II during the Normandy invasion and depicts the terror of war and the impact it has on the mind of those young men involved.

Video games get a bad reputation, certainly among teachers and parents. However, there are some who believe that digital entertainment can help kids better understand complex ideas at younger ages. In this podcast, Chase Bryant argues that while physical sports and games are fun, video games have much more to offer.

It's Monday, February 6th, 2023 and welcome to the February edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. Video games get a bad reputation, certainly among teachers and parents. But there are some who believe that digital entertainment can help kids better understand complex ideas at younger ages. On Tuesday, Chase Bryant argues that while physical sports and games are fun, video games have much more to offer. On Wednesday, Tyler Grobman, Sam Goldberg, and Jacob Erdheim discuss Walter Dean Myers' – Invasion. This month's book talk features a story set in World War II during the Normandy invasion and depicts the terror of war – and the impact it has on the mind of those young men involved. Wouldn't it be nice if your hobby was your job? For many passionate people, online streaming makes this dream a reality. On Thursday, Luke Mallon looks at what it takes to turn a passion into a successful online presence – and possibly a career. Ever since the film The Matrix, the idea of living i

When you enter the workforce, you learn that commuting isn’t always easy. Delays, traffic, and long distances become part of everyday life. Students at High School East face similar problems every day, however, we are only given five minutes to get where we're going. Tyler Wenczl takes a close look at passing time between classes – and whether we need more.

There are many factors that determine whether or not a country is great: economic strength, political stability, and dedication to freedoms and liberties. In this month's Students in the Hall, Ayman Hassan, Jack Goldfried, Hamza Siddique, and Sean Manoff asked members of High School East to critique their own country with the question: Why is America the best country?

“What do you want to be when you grow up” is a question we have all been asked. While some people know instantly what they want to spend the rest of their lives doing, many do not. In this feature, Meghan Mahoney examines whether or not it's a good idea to make important life decisions while you're still in high school.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to share your birthday with a major holiday? While most would expect the occasion to be cheerful and exciting, the reality of having a holiday birthday can make it difficult to enjoy your special day. Kendall Palmer discusses the hidden truth behind being born on a holiday and whether it’s a blessing or a burden.

It's Monday, January 2nd, 2023. Happy New Year and welcome to the January edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to share your birthday with a major holiday? While most would expect the occasion to be cheerful and exciting, the reality of having a holiday birthday can make it difficult to enjoy your special day. On Tuesday, Kendall Palmer discusses the hidden truth behind being born on a holiday and whether it’s a blessing or a burden. “What do you want to be when you grow up” is a question we have all been asked. While some people know instantly what they want to spend the rest of their lives doing, many do not. On Wednesday Meghan Mahoney examines whether or not it's a good idea to make important life decisions while you're still in high school. There are many factors that determine whether or not a country is great: economic strength, political stability, and dedication to freedoms and liberties. On Thursday, Ayman Hassan, Jack Go