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Influencers' Instagram posts.

Influencers Have Gotten Too Influential

Peyton Triano, Editor-in-Chief December 17, 2024

Whether it’s Alix Earle, Katie Fang, or Kendall Jenner, these social media stars all have large followings that take their inspiration too far. An influencer's job is to convince their audience to buy certain products or live...

"OnCourse" Correcting

“OnCourse” Correcting

November 1, 2024

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the view of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its students and staff members....

Cover art for Sabrina Carpenter’s hit song “Espresso”

Pop is Back!

Owen Fernstrom, Opinion Editor October 10, 2024

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the view of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its students and staff members.  The...

The supposed song of the summer of 2023, Morgan Wallen's “Last Night”

Opinion: There’s No Such Thing As “The Song of the Summer”

Owen Fernstrom, Staff Reporter May 21, 2024

  One of the most popular terms in pop for the past few years has been “The Song of the Summer”. It’s a designation made for whatever song had the most airplay and influence during that year’s summer. Generally,...

TikTok faces allegations of ties to the Chinese Communist Party and is forced to sell or risk losing its US business.

TikTok on the Chopping Block

Nathan Shurts, Opinion Editor May 21, 2024

On April 21st, Congress passed a bill threatening to ban TikTok. If the Chinese parent company ByteDance of TikTok doesn’t sell its share of the company within just about a year of the bill’s passing, the app will be banned...

A Google survey given out to students at KHS

Fashion2Fast

Millie Cho and Sabrina Lopez May 20, 2024

Many do not know this, but consumers of fast fashion indirectly support modern-day slavery and the pollution of our earth.  With living expenses skyrocketing since 2020, millions of people are looking to cut costs. Although...

Student walking on college campus.

Cracking the Admissions Code is Not Impossible

Kristina Haviland, Editor-in-Chief April 16, 2024

According to Quad Education Group, current Ivy League acceptance rates have dropped to extremely low numbers, ranging from 3.3 percent to 7.3 percent. With nearly over a hundred thousand applicants, top universities are becoming...

Climate Crisis Increasing Gender Inequality

Climate Crisis Increasing Gender Inequality

Shreyasi Sharma, Staff Reporter March 27, 2024

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the view of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its students and staff members.  Earth's...

Senior Matt Kispert spots senior Dylan Charles as he benches.

Exploring Gym Culture at KHS

The Colt Chronicle Editorial Team February 8, 2024

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the view of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its students and staff members.    When...

KHS students in AP Research dressed in comfy sweatpants and sweatshirts.

Students Brave the Cold Season in Pajamas and Shorts

Nathan Shurts, Opinion Editor December 7, 2023

Dressing to Impress Leather jackets, vintage shirts, ripped jeans, colorful patches… and pajama pants? All around the student body, some interesting clothing trends have been enjoying a moment in the sun and providing the...

This picture shows Science National Honor Society students listening to a Chemist speak about his school and profession.

Honor Societies: Worth the Effort?

Shreyasi Sharma, Staff Reporter October 20, 2023

As a high school student, finding opportunities to impress your dream college can be challenging. With limited spots, it's hard to distinguish yourself from others while applying to colleges. However, one way to stand out is by...

Cover image of the novel Party School by Jon Hart

Party School: Why You Should Read It

Nathan Shurts, Opinion Editor October 20, 2023

What are you going to do with your life? More specifically, what are you going to do in the next four years that will get you there? You have 3 months and 650 words to answer. Good luck, you’ll need it.  At this time in...

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