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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

AI is now able to write stronger than the average student, including  tone, structure, and expression, making its output indistinguishable from a skilled writer.

AI continues to grow exponentially

Daniel Ovadia, Eastside Opinions Editor January 10, 2024

AI's ability to craft convincing narratives has grown exponentially. Through sophisticated algorithms and extensive data training, AI now emulates human writing styles seamlessly. It adapts tone, structure,...

Red Ribbon Week is unsuccessful in preventing drug abuse.

Do programs like Red Ribbon Week work?

Daniel Ovadia, Eastside Opinions Editor January 2, 2024

The Red Ribbon Campaign undoubtedly has noble intentions. In honor of a fallen Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent Enrique Camerena, the Red Ribbon Campaign aims to keep students away from drugs,...

Henry Kissinger in 1972 (Courtesy of The New Yorker).

Henry Kissinger dies, leaving behind a controversial legacy

Nico Spatucci, Eastside Staff December 23, 2023

On November 29th, former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger died at 100 years old. Having served under the administrations of 12 presidents, the tenured politician and diplomat has undeniably shaped American...

Should high schoolers embrace AI?

Should high schoolers embrace AI?

Rachna Mohan, Online Features Editor December 14, 2023

I've always wondered why the masses are averse to change, but I admit we collectively play an active role in stifling innovation and suppressing new ideas. After all, change is good. The very principles...

Online study tools help students to better understand their reading material

Online study tools help students to better understand their reading material

Ruby Schwartz, Eastside Staff December 8, 2023

As technology advances and the world continues to modernize, society is faced with everyday adjustments. Furthermore, teachers are tasked with finding the proper divide between the use of technology and...

Republican presidential candidates line up for the primarys first debate on August 23, 2023.

The 2024 Republican presidential nomination race accelerates

Nico Spatucci, Eastside Staff November 27, 2023

Almost exactly 3 years ago, Democrat Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election over Former President Donald Trump, a massive defeat for Republicans. But now, Republicans are ready to select a candidate...

Scan the QR code above to learn about how the changes in Floridas AP curriculum have affected students!

Changes in Florida’s AP curriculum have greatly affected students

Daniel Ovadia, Eastside Opinions Editor November 22, 2023

These past few years the education system in Florida has been a topic hotter than Florida itself. This continued on Thursday, August 3, 2023 when the Florida Department of Education, under Florida Commissioner...

Performative activism on social media stifles change

Performative activism on social media stifles change

Manar Hadi, Eastside Opinions Editor November 22, 2023

When scrolling through countless Instagram stories, one might stumble upon a story addressing a violent occurrence rooted in hatred. Feelings of anger and disgust may surge through them. When tapped upon...

Many of the school lunches served at East are made up of processed foods that are loaded in fat.

Schools need to alter their lunch system in order for students to develop healthy eating habits

Landon Schuster, Online News Editor November 16, 2023

As you enter the chaotic cafeteria, you observe the ravenous students impatiently waiting 10 minutes to receive their school lunches, taking your spot behind them. From soggy sandwiches to processed pizza...

Student fails to complete their work after being distracted by the music playing in her ears.

Music distracts students from the material they are trying to learn and understand in class

Claire Ding, Eastside Staff November 15, 2023

Picture yourself viciously scribbling to finish your essay on time during English; your fingers start cramping, your pencil lead constantly breaking, and you're using every last drop of brain power to...

The required english summer reading novels for honors students in each grade level, including The Book Thief (9th), Fahrenheit 451 (10th), The Grapes Of Wrath (11th), and 1984 (12th).

Honors english students should not be required to read an additional summer reading novel

Julia Skoufalos, Eastside Staff November 14, 2023

Year-round, students work non-stop to maintain satisfactory grades. Never able to truly rest, they are constantly worrying about the next assignment they might be given, and anxiously checking Genesis...

The local AMC Cherry Hill 24 Theatre.

Revival of the Movie Theater

Abby Auerbach, Eastside Editorial Assistant November 1, 2023

Going to the movie theater is the perfect solution for a rainy Sunday afternoon. Watching the newest movie release with popcorn and candy while the rain is pouring outside. What can be better than that?...

Mr. Binkley, a presidential candidate, speaks with a large crowd of potential voters.

Eastside Interviewed U.S. Presidential Candidate Ryan Binkley. Here’s His Vision for America.

Asher Boiskin, Danny Ovadia, and Enis Ercan October 23, 2023

Donald J. Trump continues to command nationwide polls for the Republican presidential nomination. A few candidates, however, have managed to detract support from his campaign. Ron Desantis, for example,...

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