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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
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
Randolph Football Earns First Win of Season, Dominates Orange 41-6
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
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
October 18, 2025
Eric Hochstul brings the pressure in the trenches on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Randolph Football Continues to Fight Hard but Loses to Roxbury, 23-6
October 17, 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
RHS Band Honors Seniors; Performs “Watched” at Halftime
RHS Band Honors Seniors; Performs “Watched” at Halftime
September 25, 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 Orange 41-6 on Friday, Oct. 17, bringing season record to 1-7
  • Girls Volleyball beats Parsippany Hills 2-0 on Tuesday, Oct. 21, bringing season record to 17-1
  • Boys Soccer wins @ Madison 3-0 in MTC Semifinal Round on Saturday, Oct. 18, bringing season record to 13-5
  • Field Hockey beats Wallkill Valley 4-0 on Monday, Oct. 20, bringing season record to 3-13
  • Girls Soccer wins @ Blair 4-2 on Wednesday, Oct. 22, bringing season record to 16-1

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Jaclyn Mars

Jaclyn Mars, Campus Life Editor

Senior Jaclyn Mars is a Campus Life editor for Rampage who has also written articles for TAPinto Randolph. She completed Mrs. Finnell’s Journalism I class and is currently enrolled in her Journalism 2 class. Outside of writing for Rampage and TAP, Jaclyn is a member of the Bridges Outreach club. She also plays on the girls ice hockey team for Randolph.  

All content by Jaclyn Mars
The college commitment board in English and Journalism Teacher Janice Finnell's classroom features the schools some of her Class of 2025 seniors will be attending in the fall.

Rams on the Rise: RHS Celebrates Class of 2025 College Commits 

Emma Kirshbaum and Jaclyn Mars
June 12, 2025
Many admitted students turn to Class of 2029 Instagram pages like these to find their ideal roommates.

[Photo] How to Find the Perfect College Roommate 

Lindsay Wolf and Cora Kim
April 29, 2025
Hayley Ross, "The Pulsing Mind."

Academic Burnout: A Growing Epidemic Among High School Students 

Emma Kirshbaum and Jaclyn Mars
April 25, 2025
Thinking Outside the (Chocolate) Box 

Thinking Outside the (Chocolate) Box 

Jaclyn Mars and Emma Kirshbaum 
February 13, 2025

In the Halls: Thanksgiving Edition

Carly Ellermeyer, Emma Kirshbaum, and Jaclyn Mars
November 25, 2024
Girls Ice Hockey 2-in-1 Ticket Fundraiser Features NJ Devils at Prudential Center 

Girls Ice Hockey 2-in-1 Ticket Fundraiser Features NJ Devils at Prudential Center 

Jaclyn Mars, Campus Life Editor
October 24, 2024
From left: Seniors Autumn Liebhauser, Hannah Bermudez, Kayla Pentz, Kayla Brand and Anais Thauvin enjoy a recent open lunch outing to Jersey Mike's.

WYA Seniors? (During Open Lunch)  

Jaclyn Mars and Emma Kirshbaum 
October 24, 2024
Girls Ice Hockey Sponsors 2-in-1 Ticket Fundraiser Featuring NJ Devils and Lady Rams at PruCenter

Girls Ice Hockey Sponsors 2-in-1 Ticket Fundraiser Featuring NJ Devils and Lady Rams at PruCenter

Jaclyn Mars, News Editor
November 28, 2023
Freshman Ava Shadwell fights for the puck to win the point for Randolph, but the Girls Ice Hockey team ultimately falls to Kent Place, 2-1, in the Cohen-Cup semi finals, held at the Prudential Center on Feb. 13, 2023.

Girls Ice Hockey Gives Kent Place a Run for the Money but Ultimately Loses in Semi Final Playoff Game

Jaclyn Mars, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2023
The Rams regroup after their victory against Princeton on Jan. 6, 2023.

Girls Ice Hockey Defeats Princeton High School in Dynamic Game

Jaclyn Mars, Staff Reporter
January 13, 2023
The girls ice hockey team, pictured in a game from last season, will soon take to the ice again, in this season's opener scheduled for Dec. 11.

Season Preview: Girls Ice Hockey Eager to Make Its Mark in Upcoming Season 

Jaclyn Mars, Staff Reporter
December 5, 2022
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