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The Student News Site of Kinnelon High School

Colt Chronicle

The Student News Site of Kinnelon High School

Colt Chronicle

New superintendent David Mango has taken over and is tasked with overseeing the entire district while attempting to improve student experiences.

New Superintendent Hopeful to Improve District

Alanna Gallagher, Staff Reporter March 27, 2023

New superintendent David Mango assumed his new role in the Kinnelon School District in October of this school year, replacing interim superintendent Anthony Riscica, who took over for Diane DiGiussepe when she resigned in June...

The Kinnelon High School football team salutes the flag during the national anthem, as they play in the Semifinal round of the Group 1 North NJSIAA tournament.

Kinnelon Athletics Setting New Standards

Nicholas Maksimov, School News & Stem Editor March 25, 2023

As students crowd into the bustling old gym for lunch, they walk by the large, glistening glass case that shows off some of Kinnelon High School's greatest sports accomplishments. Little do they know that starting this year, and...

Kinnelon Varsity Cross Country team won the 2022-2023 Group 1 State Championship.

There’s no Hack to Running Track!

Jake Piccola, Staff Reporter March 24, 2023

POP! POP! POP! The repeated starting pistol rattles off just as each race starts. A sign for track runners which signals that it is time to show out. Last season was one for the record books for Kinnelon, as a lot of school records...

For last year’s St. Baldrick’s fundraiser, KHS Seniors utilized Instagram to spread the word to the Kinnelon community.

What is Senior Service at KHS?

Alex Garcia, Local and World Editor March 21, 2023

When the late-spring heat enters the halls of KHS — and the work ethic of seniors is long gone — students who meet certain requirements are given the opportunity to leave school for nearly a month to embark on their own approved...

Infographic by Julia Driscoll.

Book Bannings: Protecting Kids or Violating the First Amendment?

Julia Driscoll, Staff Reporter March 20, 2023

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. For...

The Kinnelon High School football team salutes the flag during the national anthem, as they play in the Semifinal round of the Group 1 North NJSIAA tournament.

Kinnelon Athletics Setting New Standards

Nick Maksimov, STEM Editor March 18, 2023

As students crowd into the bustling old gym for lunch, they walk by the large, glistening glass case that shows off some of Kinnelon High School's greatest sports accomplishments. Little do they know that starting this year, and...

A large crowd of people relax on the beach during spring break.

Increasing Travel Prices Bode Ill for Spring Break

Will Cappello, Opinion Editor March 18, 2023

Almost four years ago, the US experienced a nationwide lockdown as the COVID-19 pandemic spread rapidly. Consequently, travel was prohibited in order to slow the spread of the virus. After those restrictions were initially lifted,...

The main menu for the AI app ChatGPT.

Artificial Intelligence Begins to Takeover

Lucas Marin, Staff Writer March 17, 2023

“By 2030, Artificial Intelligence will add 15.7 trillion dollars to the world's GDP, boosting it by 14 percent,” according to Simplilearn. People want to change the world with artificial intelligence; and companies are investing...

Dumaresq playing ‘Dead or Alive’ on the guitar.

Music: The Universal Language

Sofia Villegas, Staff Reporter February 12, 2023

When I’m let into Lauren Dumaresq’s room, I immediately notice all of her posters. Each one features a different band, including KISS, Queen, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi, and Guns and Roses. She’s wearing a KISS shirt, featuring...

Nathan Shurts (left) with Tomas Ospina (right).

Rising Star Tomas Ospina: Actor, Documentary Subject, and Musician

Owen Fernstrom, Staff Reporter February 12, 2023

Listening as Tomas Ospina speaks, it's easy to see how widespread his interests are. In his interview he spoke on music, acting, writing, working minimum wage, and even law. After seeing his incredible comedic performance in the...

Addalyn Lane holds up a photo of herself as a baby before her surgery by Operation Smile

Operation Smile Runs the First Teacher Talent Show

Nathan Shurts, Staff Reporter February 10, 2023

Out of every 1,600 babies born in the US alone, at least 1 will have a cleft palate and cleft lip. This rare condition arises from genetic disorders and causes a rip in the lip and mouth of a child, causing difficulty speaking...

“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”: Did Netflix Sabotage the Sequel to “Knives Out”?

“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”: Did Netflix Sabotage the Sequel to “Knives Out”?

Julia Driscoll, Staff Reporter February 9, 2023

Glass Onion came out last year on Nov. 23, in theaters, then was added to Netflix on Dec. 23. The sequel follows Detective Benoit Blanc on a Greek island with a technology billionaire and his friends. The movie was directed by...

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