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Photo of Hulk, Superman, and Spider-Man action figures
Superheroes Soar Back into Cinemas
This year's superhero movies and television series from Marvel Studios and DC studios have many fanatics buzzing about the genre
Aden Reckler, Staff Reporter • November 15, 2025
Beautiful fall landscape
Fun Fall Activities
When the air gets cooler and the leaves crisp up and fall, many autumn activities spread around Kinnelon
Natalie Swiatek, Staff Reporter • November 12, 2025
Freshman Anica Maksimov's fall outfit.
Fall Fashion Frenzy
From sweaters to sweat sets, students are styling their fall for both comfort and optics
Isabella Osterman, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2025
 Student looking for trending music trends
Autumn Anthems
As a new calendar season arrives, people’s music tastes shift to match the changing weather
Charlotte Barbach, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 5, 2025
Student discovering new music on TikTok.
TikTok’s Impact on Music
As TikTok becomes more widely used, music spreads globally.
Cara Rosenfeld, Feature Editor • June 12, 2025
New Elective Debuts at KHS
KHS introduces its first-ever theater class in the auditorium, featuring the appointment of a new teacher
Samantha Galarosa and Christian Carmichael November 14, 2025
The Prep Behind the Pep
A look into the planning and coordination of Spirit Week by students and advisors
Camryn Maloney, Staff Reporter • November 13, 2025
KHS members at the Great Wall of China.
KHS Goes Global
KHS students and administrators embark on an academic trip to Tangshan, China
Samantha Galarosa, School News Editor • November 11, 2025
Fall 2025 Issue
Fall 2025 Issue
October 31, 2025
Junior Athlete Natalia Carvajal’s locker overflows in the second-floor hallway.
Let’s Unpack It…
Students face challenges balancing safety and efficiency without backpacks, and urge administrators to revise policy
2025-2026 Colt Chronicle Editorial Team September 29, 2025
KHS class of 2023 students and their decorated caps.
Celebrating Milestones: Decorative Graduation Caps
Seniors at KHS are reflecting on their journey and personalizing their graduation caps.
Olivia Torsiello, Staff Reporter • June 9, 2025
Outside view of a vocational school.
Tools Before Textbooks
Cara Rosenfeld, Features Editor • November 10, 2025

Students gather around a toolbox, wearing goggles and gloves, ready to start their project. As their designs develop, the clank of tools mixes with the students’ concentration. In this class, students learn by doing, with...

Stokes and Racine talking with their team during halftime.
Nicholas Stokes Jumps Back onto the Field
Jocelyn Prall, Staff Reporter • November 9, 2025

The KHS girls' soccer team has a new addition this season, and he is already making an impact on the team. Nicholas Stokes, a physical education teacher at Pearl R. Miller Middle School, previously served as the head coach...

Samantha Ferretti cheering on the sidelines at the first home football game of the season.
From Student Council to Sports Fields
Allison Warnica, Staff Reporter • November 4, 2025

By day, she leads the school and the student council, organizing all the events; by night, she ties her bow, laces her cleats, or gets ready to swim. As a senior, executive board president, and year-round athlete, Samantha...

Egg selection and prices at Stop & Shop. (Photo by Samantha Galarosa)
Feathers, Flu, and Finances
Samantha Galarosa, School News Editor • June 13, 2025

You probably didn’t think twice about grabbing eggs to make breakfast last year. Now, you’re wondering if they’re even worth the price. The bird flu outbreak has been affecting poultry farms across...

Katy Perry runs off the New Shepard after returning from her 11-minute flight on April 14. (Photo credit: Blue Origin)
Sky’s (NOT) the Limit
Ava Gutkin, Editor-in-Chief • June 3, 2025

In a historic blend of pop culture and innovation, Grammy-nominated recording artist Katy Perry became the first major music artist to travel to space on April 14. Entrepreneur Jeff Bezos’ private space...

Young volunteer alongside other Kinnelon residents pick up litter.
Hearts and Hands at Work During Town Cleanup Event
Peyton Triano, Editor-in-chief • May 16, 2025

Water bottles, plastic bags, soda cans, and other polluted waste populate Kinnelon forests daily. The Kinnelon clean-up event made cleaning the Earth both entertaining and convenient. Gloves, vests,...

The sports team room, located near the locker rooms and main gym of KHS.
KHS Scores Big with New Sports Team Room
Lea Albik, Local/World News Editor • September 29, 2025

As the 2025-2026 school year kicks off, KHS has many exciting additions to enhance the lives of student athletes. One of the most anticipated improvements is the introduction of a new team room, designed...

Home KHS track meet of a girls' race.
Sprinting through the finish line
Kylee Dittmeier, Opinion Editor • June 14, 2025

  More than just winning races and events, this season was all about team support, leadership, pushing limits, and overall growing stronger as a team.  As the athletes step up to their places...

Victoria Szarlej and her team playing at the Boston volleyball festival hosted by NIKE
(Photo credit: GSE volleyball)
Digging Deep: Victoria Szarlej’s Journey On and Off the Court
Lea Albik, Local/World Editor • June 6, 2025

While many teens struggle to balance schoolwork with after-school activities, Victoria Szarlej has found a way to thrive in both. As a dedicated student, Victoria maintains impressive grades, all while...

An example of a festive self-care activity.
Self-Care is Individual: The Reality of Effective Self-Care
Peyton Triano, Editor-in-Chief • November 6, 2025

When thinking of self-care, most people envision a bubble bath while wearing a facemask, or reading a book next to a vanilla-scented candle. While some may see these activities as relaxing, self-care is...

Pictured are the summer assignments for a student who is preparing to take Driver's Education, Honors English, AP U.S. History, CPA Geometry, Honors Spanish, and Honors Algebra 2.
Schools Out, Why The Work Should Be Too
Lea Albik, Local/World Editor • June 15, 2025
Influencers' Instagram posts.
Influencers Have Gotten Too Influential
Peyton Triano, Editor-in-Chief • December 17, 2024