Interacting with others, joining new clubs, and encountering different situations can have an effect on an individual’s experience in high school. But are these the only influences? Sanaii Clyburn, Mercy Jean-Baptiste, and Adonis Tyrell ask students and staff at High School East whether or not they think parents have an effect on their children's high school experience.

The value of participation trophies has been questioned ever since the first one was handed out. Stella Kreitzman explains why these trophies do more harm than good and why they should not be awarded to kids.

While many actions have been taken by big business to combat climate change, some may question whether the efforts go far enough. Akash Shah looks at the challenges businesses face – and at proactive steps some companies are taking to address climate change.

It's Monday, March 3rd, 2025 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.

While many actions have been taken by big business to combat climate change, some may question whether the efforts go far enough. On Tuesday, Akash Shah looks at the challenges businesses face – and at proactive steps some companies are taking to address climate change.

The value of participation trophies has been questioned ever since the first one was handed out. On Wednesday, Stella Kreitzman explains why these trophies do more harm than good and why they should not be awarded to kids.

Interacting with others, joining new clubs, and encountering different situations can have an effect on an individual’s experience in high school. But are these the only influences? On Thursday, Sanaii Clyburn, Mercy Jean-Baptiste, and Adonis Tyrell ask students and staff at High School East whether or not they think parents have an effect on their children's high school experience.

Extra credit can motivate students to go above and beyond – both in and out of the classroom. Extra credit can help students improve their mental health if they struggle with stress about grades. Given these facts, why isn't there more of it? On Friday, April Stewart makes a case for more extra credit.

Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.

Thanks for listening and have a great week.

If you're like most people, you love gathering with friends and family to watch the Super Bowl, but hate waking up early the next day. Dennis Manfredi makes the case that Super Bowl Monday should be declared a national holiday.

By studying, people give themselves the most likely chance of success. But what does it mean to study and what is the best method? Jordan Cador looks closely at a variety of evidence to figure out the most effective ways to study.

Many companies around the world test chemicals on innocent animals, often causing long-term harm or death. Darren Figueroa examines the many reasons why animal testing should be stopped.

Students face many challenges over the course of a day. But what is the biggest? Stella Kreitzman, Cody Peltzman, April Stewart, and Aviva Kramer ask the students and faculty of High School East to disclose what they think are the biggest challenges facing students.

It's Monday, February 3rd, 2025 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.

Students face many challenges over the course of a day. But what is the biggest? On Tuesday, Stella Kreitzman, Cody Peltzman, April Stewart, and Aviva Kramer ask the students and faculty of High School East to disclose what they think are the biggest challenges facing students.

Many companies around the world test chemicals on innocent animals, often causing long-term harm or death. On Wednesday, Darren Figueroa examines the many reasons why animal testing should be stopped.

By studying, people give themselves the most likely chance of success. But what does it mean to study and what is the best method? On Thursday, Jordan Cador looks closely at a variety of evidence to figure out the most effective ways to study.

If you're like most people, you love gathering with friends and family to watch the Super Bowl, but hate waking up early the next day. On Friday, Dennis Manfredi makes the case that Super Bowl Monday should be declared a national holiday.

Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.

Thanks for listening and have a great week.

Some people believe that NIL (name, image, likeness) payments to college athletes are a good thing for the sport, while many others feel as though it has ruined amateur college athletics. With the college football playoffs currently taking place, Luke Schimel explains why he thinks the NIL should be banned.