Hills Review

In this edition, we include excerpts from New York State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul’s comments during her visit to High School East on January 10th, where she came to propose legislation designed to keep schools safe. We stop by the construction of the 2019 art history installation, entitled “The Divided States of America”, which is a commentary on the divisions in our country, as well as on school-related violence. To conclude, we ask members of the High School East community whether or not they feel safe in school

In this edition, we get special access to this year’s Fall Drama -- 12 Angry Jurors -- which is being performed in mid-December. Next, several High School East students and Dr. Strong share their opinions on the schoolwide ID tag rule. Finally, we stop by the recent blood drive that took place in the East Gym to talk with the organizer of the event and a few students who were donating to help those in need.

The Film Club Podcast is a new production created by members of the Film and Podcasting club. Each episode will feature movie reviews and in-depth film analysis, as well as a close look at film award contenders. **Click the logo on the left to return to the main menu**

Although graduation is months away, many seniors are spending the fall trying to figure out what they’ll do after high school. In this edition, we will hear candid thoughts from students who are in the middle of the college application process. Next, we will listen in on this year’s mini-college day to hear advice from a few college recruiters. We’ll also spend time with a former High School East student who recently joined the marines. He, and a few other servicemen, recently stopped by to talk to interested students. Next, the November Community Calendar provides a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead. Concluding this month’s edition is a preview of a new Hills Review feature that we will be launching in the coming days: the Film Club podcast. **Click the logo on the left to return to the main menu**

In this edition, we take you to one of the largest sporting events ever held at High School East: the 2018 homecoming football game. For this month’s “students in the hall” opinion segment, we find out what students think could be done to make our school a better place. Next, members of the astronomy club will tell us what celestial events to look for in the skies this autumn. Be sure to keep listening at the end of the podcast for the Community Calendar: a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead.

Welcome to High School East! In this, the first edition of the 2018-2019 school year, we talk to members of our guidance department about ways students can plan for success in the coming year. As you probably already know, there are many clubs at East. This month, we feature Pegasus: our school literary magazine. We also hear from former High School East freshmen who provide some insight and advice to the incoming class of 2022. Be sure to listen to the Community Calendar for a list of important dates and upcoming events in the weeks ahead.

Hills Review is proud to announce the selection of Kevin Wu’s podcast “High School East Walkout for Change” as one of 75 finalists in the 2018 New York Times Student Podcast Contest. Kevin’s podcast, which provides an account of the March 14, 2018 H.S. East student walkout to end gun violence, was chosen from 675 entries. A list of all finalists and winners can be found on the New York Times website. Congratulations Kevin! **Click the logo on the left to return to the main menu**

Autism affects roughly 1 in 68 children and has a significant impact on both the autistic individual and everyone involved in his or her life. In this Hills Review special feature, we provide a candid look at what it’s like to live with a sibling who has autism. **Click the logo on the left to return to the main menu**

In the June 2018 edition of Hills Review, we visit the gym to talk to Mr. Herr and members of the newly formed, High School East Unified Basketball Team. Next we talk with seniors to find out what they will miss the most about High School East when they graduate. Finally, after this month’s community calendar, we dive into the world of string music and conclude our end-of-the-year podcast with an excerpt from the symphony orchestra’s spring concert.

In the May 2018 edition of Hills Review, we talk to High School East students who participated in the nationwide walkout to protest gun violence. Next, we go backstage at the spring musical -- Into the Woods. Finally, we’ll hear excerpts from an international discussion between East students and students from London, England. Be sure to keep listening at the end of the podcast for our “Students in the Hall” opinion segment and a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead.

Listen for our first edition in early May.