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The new logo for the Randolph Orchestra program, designed by junior Grace Kellett.
Junior Grace Kellett Designs New and Improved Orchestra Logo 
October 28, 2025
RHS Percussionist Jonathan Ford Earns Spot in Prestigious 2025 NJ All-State Band 
RHS Percussionist Jonathan Ford Earns Spot in Prestigious 2025 NJ All-State Band 
October 19, 2025
From left: Juniors Ava Pinho and Mariana Orjuela wrap themselves in the Colombian flag during Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week, held at RHS from Monday, Oct. 6, through Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
RHS Celebrates Culture and Community During Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week
October 18, 2025
Daniel Burkert, Teacher of English
New Teacher Spotlight
October 10, 2025
Class of 2026 students cruise on New York Harbor during the annual senior trip, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.
RHS Seniors Celebrate Tradition with Scenic New York Harbor Cruise
October 9, 2025
Mia Briganti looks to fend off a Chatham goal attempt on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.
Athlete Spotlight: Freshman Mia Briganti, Varsity Field Hockey Goalie
October 27, 2025
Senior Kennan Byers races in the Battle @ Ocean County Park on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.
Boys Cross-Country Advances to State Series After Strong Regular Season  
October 27, 2025
Matthew Skrapits comes down with the touchdown on the way to beating Orange 41-6 on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. 
Randolph Football Earns First Win of Season, Dominates Orange 41-6
October 23, 2025
Randolph celebrates the Girls Volleyball team winning the Morris County Tournament for the first time in Randolph history on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025.
Randoph Girls Volleyball Stays Hot: County Title and Dig Pink Wins Highlight Historic Run 
October 23, 2025
Girls Cross-Country shows off the team's winning plaque following the NJAC Championships on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025.
Girls Cross-Country Wins NJAC Championships 
October 20, 2025
The new logo for the Randolph Orchestra program, designed by junior Grace Kellett.
Junior Grace Kellett Designs New and Improved Orchestra Logo 
October 28, 2025
The Treble Choir performs "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" at the 16th annual POPtoberfest on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Concert Review: 16th Annual POPtoberfest Delights Audience with Talented Lineup of Student Musicians
October 22, 2025
RHS Percussionist Jonathan Ford Earns Spot in Prestigious 2025 NJ All-State Band 
RHS Percussionist Jonathan Ford Earns Spot in Prestigious 2025 NJ All-State Band 
October 19, 2025
Concert Preview: RHS Choir to Perform at Annual POPtoberfest 
Concert Preview: RHS Choir to Perform at Annual POPtoberfest 
October 14, 2025
The Randolph High School Marching Rams perform on Bauer Field during the 51st annual Under the Stars band competition, held Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025.
RHS Marching Rams Host 51st Annual Under the Stars Competition
October 11, 2025
From left: Juniors Ava Pinho and Mariana Orjuela wrap themselves in the Colombian flag during Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week, held at RHS from Monday, Oct. 6, through Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
RHS Celebrates Culture and Community During Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week
October 18, 2025
Class of 2026 students cruise on New York Harbor during the annual senior trip, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.
RHS Seniors Celebrate Tradition with Scenic New York Harbor Cruise
October 9, 2025
Seniors Amelia Kolbik (left) and Sydney Wright represent Rampage at the annual RHS Club Fair, on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2025.
Annual RHS Club Fair Encourages Students to Get Involved
September 30, 2025
RHS became the first high school in New Jersey to install turf without rubber pellets, which is designed to better simulate real grass and stay cooler during early fall and spring weather.
RHS Sees Major Upgrades: New Turf, Patio, Virtual Trophy Case and Gym Renovations
September 30, 2025
Sophomore Sarah Samtackamy holds a crayfish from the Randolph Trails creek during the annual AP Environmental Science nature walk on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
AP Environmental Science Students Explore Local Streams to Highlight Environmental Awareness
September 18, 2025
Junior Rachel Kellett listens to “Opalite,” a song from Taylor Swift’s new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," on her iPhone. 
Music Review: Swifties Outraged by Taylor Swift’s New Album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
October 22, 2025
NBA preview: NBA Season Tips Off with Big Expectations, New Faces and Familiar Favorites
NBA preview: NBA Season Tips Off with Big Expectations, New Faces and Familiar Favorites
October 20, 2025
Week 1 of NFL Season Is in the Books. What Happened? 
Week 1 of NFL Season Is in the Books. What Happened? 
September 11, 2025
Thomas Amato runs the 5k at the Roxbury XC Invitational, placing third with a time of 15:48, on September 7, 2024.
Personal Reflection: One Mile at a Time–How Running Shaped Who I Am Today
June 6, 2025
The author and her brother, Jake, dine al fresco on a recent family trip to Capri, Italy.
Personal Essay: Batter Down–A Close Call that Opened My Eyes
June 4, 2025
Gallery: Unified Basketball--Breaking Barriers, Building Friendships
Gallery: Unified Basketball–Breaking Barriers, Building Friendships
June 9, 2025
Gallery: Final Bow--A Senior Dancer’s Last High School Performance
Gallery: Final Bow–A Senior Dancer’s Last High School Performance
May 30, 2025
Rampage Hits the Hallways: What Are RHS Teachers' Favorite Songs?
Rampage Hits the Hallways: What Are RHS Teachers’ Favorite Songs?
May 5, 2025
Behind the Scenes: 'Mean Girls' Tech Week
Behind the Scenes: ‘Mean Girls’ Tech Week
April 2, 2025
RHS Key Club Hosts Ice Bucket Challenge
RHS Key Club Hosts Ice Bucket Challenge
March 28, 2025
  • Girls Tennis loses @ Ramapo 3-2 in NJSIAA Quarterfinal on Tuesday, Oct. 7, to end season at 9-9
  • Football beats Mendham 21-14 on Friday, Oct. 24, bringing end-of-season record to 2-7
  • Girls Volleyball wins @ Chatham 2-0 on Monday, Oct. 27, bringing season record to 19-1
  • Boys Soccer loses to Chatham 1-0 in MTC Final Round on Saturday, Oct. 25, bringing season record to 13-6
  • Field Hockey loses to Morris Knolls 3-2 on Monday, Oct. 27, bringing season record to 3-15
  • Girls Soccer wins @ Morris Knolls 5-1 on Monday, Oct. 27, bringing season record to 17-2

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Amelia Kolbik

Amelia Kolbik, Executive Editor

Senior Amelia Kolbik is excited to be an executive editor and fourth-year staff member for Rampage. Not only does she write and edit for Rampage, but she also completed Mrs. Finnell’s Journalism 2 class. In school, Amelia is part of Key Club, Future Educators and Team Harmony. She also participates in Girls Soccer, Ice Hockey and Lacrosse for Randolph.  

All content by Amelia Kolbik
Dedicated senior co-captains Ava Shadwell (left) and Daniella Diaz have helped mold a tightly knit, motivated and hard-working Gymnastics team this 2025-2026 season.

Athlete Spotlight: Gymnastics Co-Captains Ava Shadwell and Daniella Diaz

Amelia Kolbik, Executive Editor
October 18, 2025
Members of the Girls Volleyball team celebrate both Senior Night and career milestones on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. From left: Senior Jazmine Holder, junior Klara Hindson, senior Regan Galloway and senior Kayla Nowlin.

Randolph Girls Volleyball Closes Senior Night with Win Against West Morris Central; Opens New Week by Beating Chatham 

Amelia Kolbik, Executive Editor
October 1, 2025
The senior Boys Soccer captains for 2025 (from left): Jake Rubin, Gavin Vichengrad and RJ Dougherty.

New Captains, Same Goal: Leading Boys Soccer Into a Strong 2025 Season 

Amelia Kolbik, Executive Editor
September 22, 2025
Bed decorating

[Photo] Sending Seniors Off in Style

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
May 28, 2025
National Decision Day: A Milestone for Members of the RHS Class of 2025 

National Decision Day: A Milestone for Members of the RHS Class of 2025 

Amelia Kolbik and Sydney Wright
May 10, 2025
Senior co-captain Kevin Tinio runs through a tunnel of players on Senior Night, Wednesday, April 23.

Heart, Hustle and Chemistry: Boys Volleyball Stays Undefeated at 15-0; Honors Senior Co-Captain Tinio 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
April 28, 2025
Boys Volleyball huddles in preparation for the team's home opener against Wayne Valley on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Rams are currently undefeated at 7-0.

Randolph Boys Volleyball Proves Itself a Top Contender, Earning Seven Straight Wins to Start Season

Aedan Perez and Amelia Kolbik
April 9, 2025
Varsity Girls Lacrosse player Avery Liston takes the ball to the cage during a recent scrimmage against Morris Hills on Monday, March 17.

Girls Lacrosse Season Preview: Rams Gear Up for 2025 with Mix of Veteran Leaders and Fresh Faces

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
March 21, 2025
Boys Ice Hockey Ram Shane Melly caries the puck down the ice before taking a shot on net on the way to a semis win for Randolph against Livingston on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Boys Ice Hockey Takes on Ridgewood Tonight at State Sectional Finals After Knocking Out Livingston in Semis

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
March 6, 2025
The 2024-2025 Girls Ice Hockey team comes together for one last photo after playing Kent Place in the first round of states.

Girls Ice Hockey Wrap-Up: Team Shows Resilience Throughout 2024-2025 Season

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
March 1, 2025
Freshman Charna Torres sets up a shot toward the Madison goal, on the way to a 1-1 tie on Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Battling to the Buzzer: Girls Ice Hockey Fights to Hard-Earned Tie Against Madison

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
February 23, 2025
Rams Charna Torres and Amelia Kolbik get ready for the puck drop on the way to a 10-2 victory over Newark East Side at Aspen Arena on Sunday, Jan 29.

Randolph Girls Ice Hockey Secures Win Against Newark East Side 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
February 2, 2025
The Randolph Girls Ice Hockey Team gets better each year since it was founded in 2016.

The Rise of Randolph Girls Ice Hockey   

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
January 27, 2025
Members of the Girls Ice Hockey team celebrate after their 7-6 win against Princeton on Wednesday, Dec. 18.

Girls Ice Hockey Triumphs Over Princeton in 7-6 Nail-Biter on Senior Night

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
December 22, 2024

In the Halls: Winter Edition

Carly Ellermeyer, Amelia Kolbik, and Sydney Wright
December 12, 2024
The Rams line up to shake hands with the Cougars following an intense overtime battle that ended with Randolph's 2-1 win, as shown on the scoreboard overhead.

Randolph Girls Ice Hockey Triumphs Over Chatham with Thrilling 2-1 Win 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
December 10, 2024
Randolph Girls Ice Hockey huddles up before last season's game against Madison on Thursday, January 4, 2024. The Rams open the 2024-2025 season this coming Friday, December 5, when they'll face off against Madison again at Mennen Arena.

Girls Ice Hockey Season Preview: Blades Ready, Team Sees Promising Season Ahead

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
December 2, 2024
Boys Soccer Falls Short in Group 3 State Final Showdown 

Boys Soccer Falls Short in Group 3 State Final Showdown 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
November 26, 2024
Randolph Varsity Boys Soccer poses with the first-place trophy after winning the state sectional championship over Ramapo on Saturday, Nov. 16.

Randolph Varsity Boys Soccer Team Crowned State Sectional Champion

Amelia Kolbik
November 19, 2024
Boys Soccer thanks the fans for watching after the game against Scotch Plains-Fanwood ends in a 0-0 tie on Wednesday, October 23.

[Photo] Randolph Boys Soccer Battles Scotch Plains-Fanwood to 0-0 Tie 

Drew Milberg, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2024
Julian Hernandez fights for the ball against a Parsippany Hills player.

Boys Soccer Advances with Gritty 2-1 Victory in County Tournament Second Round 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
October 15, 2024

[Video] Highlight Reel: Randolph Boys Soccer Beats Mount Olive 2-1 on Thursday, Sept. 26

Amelia Kolbik
October 6, 2024
Randolph fell to the Green Wave 1-0 on Wednesday, Sept. 11, but is set to bounce back today, Sept. 16. Pictured at the match is Ram David Martinez.

Despite Setbacks, Boys Soccer Shows Determination After Two Tough Losses 

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor 
September 16, 2024
Rams strike a pose after a scrimmage against Seton Hall Prep on Aug. 26, 2024.

Boys Soccer Preview, 2024: Team Hopes to Improve on Last Year’s .500 Season

Amelia Kolbik, Sports Editor
September 3, 2024
Junior Jaclyn Mars models the lovely lilac dress she plans to wear to junior prom, which is being held tomorrow night.

Junior Prom 2024 Fashion Trends

Sydney Wright and Amelia Kolbik
May 16, 2024
The senior Boys Volleyball players helped lead their team to a win against Dover, 2-0, on Senior Night, on Thursday, April 11, 2024. From left: Marko Aksentijevic, Hunter Kasper, Micheal Barrera and Ramon Fernandez

Randolph Boys Volleyball Dominates Dover on Senior Night

Amelia Kolbik and Sydney Wright
April 15, 2024
Last year's Boys Volleyball team (pictured) enjoyed an impressive 24-5 season record. For this year's team, winning the NJAC Championships for the third year in a row is a goal as well as making it to state finals for the first time. The season opener is on Monday, April 1, against Morristown.

Boys Volleyball Preview: Players Set to Spike Their Way to Success in Upcoming Season

Sydney Wright and Amelia Kolbik
March 27, 2024
Senior Joelle Yurchuk skates down the ice with the puck on the way to beating Cranford, 7-1, on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, in Girls Ice Hockey's season opener.

Unstoppable on Ice: Randolph Girls Ice Hockey Dominates Rink in Season Opener, Beating Cranford, 7-1 

Amelia Kolbik, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2023
Sophomore Drum Major Jane Doran (left) conducts the Marching Rams alongside Riley Brown at the NJMEA Marching Bands Festival, held in Wayne Valley on Oct. 21, 2023.

Sophomore Jane Doran Named Youngest Drum Major in RHS History

Amelia Kolbik, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2023
The Rams huddled up before beating Roxbury, 2-1, at DaSilva Field, on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.

Boys Soccer Adds Another Win to Record After Defeating Roxbury, 2-1

Amelia Kolbik, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2023
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