Opinion-Editorial: Lose-Lose Situation?
Ethan Burt, Sports and Features Editor
May 21, 2019
The United States and China gear up for a renewal of the trade war previously placed on hold since December. In the face of this resurgence, many fear the implications of a trade war while others applaud President Donald Trump for taking a stand against China’s unfair practices. The question that be...
New Gay Straight Alliance at KHS Gives Voice to LGBT Community
The Colt Chronicle Editorial Staff
April 11, 2019
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. These colors have various meanings, but when blended together they stand for the LGBT+ community, a community that throughout history has faced hatred, violence and discrimination. The purpose of the Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) is to confront such discrimination...
Some Students See Dress Code as Dilemma
Hiba Shaikh, Staff Reporter
March 28, 2019
The endless controversy of perceived discriminations against girls and what they wear in compliance with the dress code has been a battle fought for years. Many dress codes have made points in order to further strengthen a side of choice; however, since it is such a sensitive topic, getting to understand...
Opinion-Editorial: Their Struggles, Your Responsibility
Nina Santy, Sports and Opinion Editor
February 6, 2019
Editor's Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official opinion or position of any other Colt Chronicle staff member, its adviser, or Kinnelon High School staff and administration. Minorities are finally demanding a spotli...
Op-Ed: Can Phones be Used as Educational Tools?
Hiba Shaikh, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2019
The never-ending question that troubles not only students but the riddled teachers as well: ‘Can phones be used as educational tools?’ Phones have become a part of our daily lives; they have turned into a necessity for a variety of people. However, there is one question that arises time and time...
The Quest for Education: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Colt Chronicle Editorial Staff
December 17, 2018
Minorities everywhere fight for their rights to simply exist with tireless strength. Gay pride parades are annual, and the Women’s March is drawing widespread support and popularity. However, one minority rarely acknowledged are persons with disabilities. “Persons with disabilities” is a very...
White Christmas or Sunny Holiday?
Nina Santy, Sports and Opinion Editor
December 14, 2018
As the holiday season approaches everything Christmas starts up once again. The carols, the movies, the decorations, the cookies, and the cold. A common theme among these festivities is the desire for a “white Christmas,” but is that the popular opinion? Does KHS really desire a wintery Chri...
The Power of a Student Vote
October 30, 2018
Editors Note: The following is an opinion article by the editorial staff of the Colt Chronicle. Its content reflects only the opinion of the editorial staff and not the opinion of the rest of the staff, the Colt Chronicle adviser, its readership, or Kinnelon High School. On Nov. 6 the midterm election...
Op-Ed: Should Columbus Day be a Holiday?
October 12, 2018
Students across America eagerly anticipate Oct. 8, Columbus Day. In the beginning of the school year, students prize any chance to go home early from school, and Columbus Day grants them this opportunity. However, on Oct. 8 few students take the time to consider what this day truly represents. The Colt ...
PARCC Standardized Testing: Good or Bad?
Juliana Marston, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2018
Today, high school students across the state are faced with multiple school-related challenges. Depending on the classes they take, students can have to write lengthy papers, take various exams, and work on projects. Each task has both advantages and disadvantages, and the same can be said for New Jersey’s...
