The Student News Site of Kinnelon High School

Colt Chronicle

The Student News Site of Kinnelon High School

Colt Chronicle

The Student News Site of Kinnelon High School

Colt Chronicle

Gebhardt demonstrating the skill of throwing a javelin

New Track and Field Coach at KHS: Nicholas Gebhardt

Jackie Lally, Staff Writer January 25, 2024

As the winter air fades and blossoms to spring, a KHS track student tightens their laces and prepares for another season. Despite the typical schedule during practice, a familiar face approaches the team. He introduces himself...

Luci Zeoli, an intern conductor for Kinnelon High School, on the night of the concert

Mr. Zeoli’s Last Curtain Call

Sabrina Lopez, Staff Writer January 19, 2024

Parents, teachers, and friends fill the auditorium. The room is anxious, anxious to be on time, anxious to find a good seat, and anxious for the starting note. Just as every seat is filled the lights dim and the air stops still....

Examples of the handmade cards designed by NEHS students to be sent out with the delivered meals.

Brightening Lives With Every Meal

Kristina Haviland, Editor-in-Chief January 5, 2024

There are approximately 30,600 assisted living communities in the U.S. today, according to the National Center for Assisted Living. These homes offer countless services and special opportunities, one being meal deliveries. The...

Turkeys 4U members with turkeys on donation day

Gobble Gobble!

Riley Darlington, A&E Editor December 12, 2023

Since 2002, students have been participating in a nonprofit organization, “Turkeys 4U.” Turkeys 4U all started when a 14-year-old Kinnelon High School student, Blake Wheale, was sitting at his dinner table on Thanksgiving....

A poll with 26 students was conducted to see how many people are familiar with Pedalino.

The Man in the Hat

Jake Piccola, Staff Reporter December 11, 2023

  Kinnelon High School has had hundreds of substitute teachers throughout the year, but none have drawn attention like Hat Guy. No, that is not his real name but a nickname bestowed onto him by my students. Joe, “Hat...

The Kinnelon Vol. Fire Company 2 firehouse on Boonton Avenue. They hold equipment and fire trucks to quickly attend to any situation.

Hometown High School Heroes

Aarushi Kumar, Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2023

The afternoon sun slanted through the slots of the garage door onto the fire engine. It was painted in a glossy red finish with the word “KINNELON” printed on the front. It sat in the garage of the Company 1 firehouse of the...

Easy access links to learn further information about Maskers Orchard.

Review of Masker Orchard in Warwick, New Jersey

Amelie Swiatek, Staff Reporter December 7, 2023

One of the best things about Masker Orchard is that it's located so close to New Jersey; its address is 45 Ball Rd, Warwick, New York. The ride from Kinnelon is only 35 minutes away without traffic, and the ride is also so beautiful!...

Superhero Coach

Superhero Coach

Riley Macmanus, School News Editor December 1, 2023

In a heartwarming tribute to the often-overlooked heroes in New Jersey’s educational systems, the The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) recently hosted the first-ever “Unsung Superheroes in Education” awards ceremony...

Fenelon practices and curled blows out hair on a mannequin.

Life of a Cosmetologist in High School

Madison Bsales, Features Editor November 30, 2023

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live out your dream while still in high school? Well, that is not a problem for Senior Hailey Fenelon! Fenelon is a current student at Kinnelon High School and a cosmetologist student...

Gateway Community Resource Center: Connection and Growth

Kristina Haviland, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2023

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 44.2 million people lived in food-insecure households in 2022.  Even for those who can cover the expenses of meals, there is still a growing need for additional services to be...

The 2023-2024 Student Council Executive Board at Color Day.

One Last Race to the Finish Line

Kristina Haviland, Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2023

Each year spirit week concludes with one of the best events of the entire year: Color Day. After a scheduled day of shortened classes, students and staff gather together in the new gym to cheer each other on and support one another...

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