Eastside prints third-annual full-color online issue, second in “Click Here” series
May 20, 2013
TweetAfter the success of last year’s “Click Here” issue, Eastside is back a year later with a special-edition full-color May issue. As readers go through the pages, they will find various links that will take them to relevant websites and videos. For example, the front... Read more »
April issue now accessible online
April 24, 2013
TweetClick below to read the April edition of Eastside: http://issuu.com/eastsidenewspaper/docs/aprileastside2013?mode=window Read More →
Silence speaks louder than words
April 22, 2013 • Alyssa Markowitz ('14)/ Eastside Staff
TweetOne day out of the year, students have the chance to raise their voices by keeping silent. On April 19, students nationwide participate in an event that has only thrived since its initial beginnings in the University of Alabama. The Day of Silence, a project sponsored by GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Cheese and Weinstock – Tonight!
April 12, 2013 • Leah Mashioff (’14)/ Eastside Staff
TweetMr. East 2013 has a well diverse roundup this year, which includes contestant Greg Weinstock (’13), known as the smart and classy “Mr. Cheese & Weinstock.” Mr. Cheese & Weinstock has been involved with Mr. East throughout his time in high school, since he has helped run it... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. ¿Como Estas? – 2 days to go
April 11, 2013 • Jenna Wilson (’15)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
TweetBrian Stomel (’13) isn’t in Mr. East for the fame and the fortune or the guts and the glory. He’s in it for the gift cards. “I’m really trying to win a nice basket of gift cards, here,” he laughs. “But seriously, I have a good talent and a good chance to win,” Mr. ¿Como... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Ravinittowinit – 3 days to go
April 10, 2013 • Nick Ciocco (’14)/ For Eastside
TweetRavin Patel (’13) is not taking this year’s Mr. East competition lightly. In fact, he assures that he is in it to win it (hence his competition name Mr. Ravinittowinit). Mr. Ravinittowinit has many special talents that he feels make him a favorite going into the competition. These... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Too Cute Ciurlino – 4 days to go
April 9, 2013 • Jane Sul ('16)/ For Eastside
TweetAfter playing Mr. Antrobus in the Skin of Our Teeth, Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol, Starkey in Peter Pan and other respected roles in the theatre department, Mr. Too Cute Ciurlino (’13) is a famous young actor in our East community. This year Mr. Too Cute Ciurlino is a candidate... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Brown Sugar – 5 days to go
April 8, 2013 • Kaylin Magosin (’14)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
TweetAjay Nadig (’13) calls the moment he was born his proudest moment, and since that day, he has immersed himself in various activities at East. Nadig said his chosen Mr. East moniker, Mr. Brown Sugar, “captures [his] being pretty well.” Photo by Angie Pacitti (’13)/ Eastside... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Kassanova – 6 days to go
April 7, 2013 • Kayla Schorr (’14)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
TweetAs far as the results for the Mr. East competition on April 12, Alec Kassan (’13) believes he TECHnically has victory in the bag. Performing as Mr. Kassanova, he believes to serve as a true highlight of the night. “I plan to bring special effects, video effects, and it’s just going... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Fifty Shades of Clay – 7 days to go
April 6, 2013 • Abby Hoffman ('14)/ Eastside Opinions Editor
TweetIn the summer of 2010, Garrett Clayman (’13) met Ke$ha, a renowned international pop star. To this very day, Clayman recalls this moment, proud of the fact that she told him that “[she] loved [him] and that [he] was really cute.” With the same adrenaline pumping through Clayman’s... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Pretty Lil Gomez – 8 days to go
April 5, 2013 • Meghna Kothari (’15)/ Eastside Staff
TweetWhether he broke his leg or tore a muscle, nothing could stop Aaron Gomez (‘13) from competing in this year’s Mr. East competition. Photo by Angie Pacitti (’13)/ Eastside Photo Editor. Mr. Pretty Lil Gomez, a member of the wrestling team, was pinning his opponent during a match... Read more »
Mr. East Countdown: Mr. Duet – 9 days to go
April 4, 2013 • Brielle Clearfield (’15)/ For Eastside
TweetPhoto by Angie Pacitti (’13)/ Eastside Photo Editor. This year, competing in the Mr. East competition, is Jonah Bannett (’13), a.k.a. Mr. Lets Duet. Mr. Lets Duet has participated in Mr. East acts in previous years and he is very excited to compete himself this year. He said,... Read more »
East students return home from France
April 3, 2013 • Kaylin Magosin (’14)/ Eastside News/Features Editor and Jenna Wilson (’15)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
TweetTwenty-seven East students returned home yesterday, April 2, after spending 10 days in Courbevoie, France, a suburb of Paris. The students traveled to France as part of an exchange program, which is held almost every two years here at East. This year’s trip was the thirteenth one since... Read more »
East celebrates multicultural day
March 22, 2013 • Sonia Kim ('16)/For Eastside
TweetMarch 22, 2013 is Multicultural day. This year’s theme is immigration, and the purpose is celebrating the diversity we have here at East. By sharing immigration stories, Multicultural Day hopes to bring a better understanding to students about the different cultures. The formal... Read more »
East Robotics Team qualifies for World Championship
March 4, 2013 • Bogdan Vitoc ('16)/ Eastside Staff
TweetTiredness, excitement and suspense. These words all describe the 2013 New Jersey VEX Robotics Championship that was hosted right here at Cherry Hill East. At 6:30 a.m. on an overcast Saturday morning, Cherry Hill East was ready for the biggest New Jersey VEX Robotics competition… ever.... Read more »
Sophomores transform cafeteria into an island paradise
February 10, 2013 • Emmy Silverman (’13)/ Eastside Community Editor
TweetAlthough it was postponed because of the snowflake, the sophomores were able to delay their flower pick-ups and hair appointments for one day and came into East tonight looking great and garnished with leis for the sophomore cotillion. Everyone loved the Hawaiian theme, enjoying the virgin... Read more »
Greater Philadelphia Philosophy Consortium Sponsors Community Discussion on “The Limits of Forgiveness”
February 9, 2013 • Gilana Levavi (’14)/ Eastside Opinions Editor
TweetPhoto: (From left to right): Professor Andrew Payne of St. Joseph’s University Philosophy Department; Dr. Frank Hoffman, professor of philosophy with a focus on Eastern Philosophy and Religion, West Chester University; Rabbi Richard Libowitz, Ph.D, theology professor at St.... Read more »
Ski Club provides East students with fun winter excursions
February 4, 2013 • David Yang (’16)/ For Eastside
TweetSkiing remains a fun and exciting recreational activity for many students. In 2009, Cherry Hill East created The Ski Club, a recreational club geared toward students interesting in skiing, snowboarding, or tubing. Club members take one to three day trips to nearby ski resorts, such... Read more »
Read January issue online
January 28, 2013
TweetClick the link below to read the January 2013 edition of Eastside: http://issuu.com/eastsidenewspaper/docs/january2013eastside Read More →
Coffee House was Moosestrong
January 23, 2013 • Danielle Fox ('13)/ Eastside Editor-in-Chief
TweetOn Saturday, January 19, the East Thespian Society and East singers hosted Cherry Hill East’s eighth annual Coffee House in honor of East’s very own Mr. Charlie Musumeci from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. All proceeds from the evening went towards the Millie Schembechler Fund, which raises money... Read more »
Art exhibit displays students work
January 23, 2013 • Jenna Wilson ('15)/ Eastside News and Features Editor
TweetFrom December 16, 2012 to January 31, 2013 the Art of Cherry Hill East students will be shown at the Cherry Hill Library. The exhibit is two parts. The showcase in the upstairs reading room highlights memory boxes that the students created out of cigar boxes. They are under glass and lights,... Read more »
Freshman Dance glows the night away
January 19, 2013 • Kayla Schorr ('14)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
TweetAs expected, the Freshman Dance really did “glow” the minds of many last night. With a theme of ‘glow in the dark,’ The Class of 2016 officers and representatives decorated the cafeteria, hallways and even the courtyards with luminating paraphernalia to set the mood. The... Read more »
Coffee House to honor Moose
January 16, 2013 • Sonia Kim ('16)/ For Eastside
TweetThis year’s Coffee House will be on January 19, 2013 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Cherry Hill East. From bands to solo singers to spoken word performances, Coffee House will be extremely entertaining and heartwarming. The theme this year is “Coming Together” and all the proceeds will... Read more »
Past and present students recall fond memories of Mr. Musumeci
January 14, 2013
TweetThe East community, past and present, wants to express its support for Mr. Charlie Musumeci (’72), who has been a constant figure at East for over 30 years as a teacher, coach, advisor, friend and mentor. We will continue to update this page with your memories and thoughts of “Moose”... Read more »
The Freshmen Dance: A Sneak-Peek from Homeroom C307
January 14, 2013 • Grace Shen (’16)/ For Eastside
TweetIf there’s one thing I learned from being a freshman so far, it’s that we’re underestimated. In the high school social ladder, we’re hanging from the lowest rung. But we, the Class of 2016, have already caused a small upset in the Spirit Week Dance. And as a student representative,... Read more »
Ethics Team anticipates invitation
January 14, 2013 • Jane Sul ('16)/ For Eastside
TweetDecember 1st of 2012 was a victorious day for Cherry Hill East. It was the day Cherry Hill East’s first Ethics Team won a new trophy for the school at the Philadelphia Regional High School Ethics Bowl at Villanova University. Although the Villanova Ethics Bowl was the first regional... Read more »
Students help Sandy Hook with snowflakes
December 21, 2012 • Dylan Fingerman ('13), Eastside Radio Manager
TweetSome of the Art Department has chosen to participate in a project, called The Snowflake Project, to make snowflakes for the students of Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. The school, which was the victim of a major shooting spree, has been closed, and the students relocated. Several... Read more »
December issue now online
December 19, 2012
TweetThe December Eastside issue is now viewable at the link below: http://issuu.com/eastsidenewspaper/docs/eastsidedecember2012?mode=window&backgroundColor=%23222222 Read More →
Eastside wins fourth straight Distinguished Journalism Award
December 18, 2012
TweetYesterday Eastside was awarded the Distinguished Journalism Award of New Jersey by the Garden State Scholastic Press Association for the fourth year in a row. The conference and ceremony was moved from late October to yesterday due to the storm. Of the 12 categories, Eastside took home... Read more »
Financial aid information (see page 1 of Eastside)
December 18, 2012 • Danielle Fox ('13)/ Eastside Editor-in-Chief
Tweet School Percent of Need met Percent of students’ need fully met Number of East students who applied to the school (2005-2012) Cost of the school The University of Pennsylvania 100 100 223 59,600 Yale University 100 100 86 55,300 Harvard University 100 100 88 54,496 Boston College 100 100 110 56,486 Cornell... Read more »
East Theater’s performance of “The Skin of Our Teeth” captivates audience
December 11, 2012 • Rachel Brill ('15)/ Eastside Staff
TweetWith the supposed end of the world closely approaching, the theater department’s choice to perform Thornton Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth for the fall play seems appropriate. The show opened on November 30. The play follows the Antrobus family through three acts as they attempt to... Read more »
East brings holiday cheer to children again through FOP
December 11, 2012 • Meghna Kothari ('15)/ For Eastside
TweetLights being hung up, the smell of hot cocoa, people seeming happier than usual; it is clear that the holidays are coming, filling everyone with good spirit. Students at East participating in FOP have even more to look forward to since they will be celebrating the holidays with some very... Read more »
The drama department brings “The Skin of Our Teeth” to East
December 1, 2012 • Leah Mashioff ('14)/ Eastside Staff Writer
TweetImagine life taking place in an apocalyptic world, such as that of films like War of the Worlds or I am Legend where the end of human civilization is at its peak. Imagine that world coming live onstage here at Cherry Hill East, minus the aliens and the mutated humans. Interested in... Read more »
Seniors win school Spirit Week Dance
November 20, 2012 • Juliet Brooks ('13)/Eastside Editor-in-Chief, Sherin Nassar ('13)/Eastside Managing Editor
TweetWith the help of a cop car (decked-out golf cart), Mr. Rosenberg in criminal costume, and some strobe lights, the class of 2013 won Spirit Week. The night started off with the freshman class, leading the crowd into dreamland with the study of oneirology. The freshman playlist included... Read more »
