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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
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
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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Jamie Donnelly

Jamie Donnelly, Executive Editor

RHS senior Jamie Donnelly is an executive editor for Rampage who also completed the journalism program at RHS. This is her fourth year on staff at Rampage, and she is enjoying participating in the club again this year. In addition to writing for Rampage, Jamie also plays soccer and loves to listen to music. 

All content by Jamie Donnelly
The 2025-2026 varsity Girls Soccer team celebrates Randolph's season-opener win over Morristown on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2025.

Girls Soccer Defeats Morristown 3-1 in Season Opener 

Jamie Donnelly, Executive Editor
September 9, 2025
The 2025-2026 Girls Soccer team celebrates after a preseason scrimmage win against Mendham. This year's official season kicks off at Morristown on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025.

Randolph Girls Soccer Eyes Strong 2025 Season Despite Graduating Key Players

Jamie Donnelly, Executive Editor
September 4, 2025
Boys Volleyball lines up for the National Anthem prior to the Group 2 state final on Wednesday, June 11.

Randolph Boys Volleyball Falls to St. Joseph in Group 2 State Championship After Record-Breaking Season

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
June 12, 2025
The Boys Volleyball team gets ready to step onto the court to play Morristown on April 14, 2025.  

Randolph Boys Volleyball Builds Lasting Legacy in Just Five Seasons  

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
May 7, 2025
Distance Medley Relay team members (from left) Thomas Amato, Kennan Byers, Preston Gumann and Jacob Conti celebrate after setting a new school record at the Eastern States Championships on March 4, 2025. 

Boys Indoor Track Wrap-Up: Team Breaks Records in History-Making Season

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Members of the Girls Indoor Track sprint team (plus one guest) pose for a pic at the Garden State Invitational, held at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex on Staten Island, New York, on Friday, February 14, 2025.

Girls Indoor Track Ends Season Strong at State Championships After Soaring at Garden State Invitational

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
February 28, 2025
JoJo DeNegri dribbles away from traffic in a conference game against West Morris Central on October 14.

Yale Commit JoJo DeNegri Sets Record as Second-Highest All-Time Scorer at RHS and in NJ

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
November 5, 2024
Senior Kayla Brand dribbles past a Mount Olive midfielder on the way to a 5-0 Randolph victory on Wednesday, Sept. 4.

Rams Enjoy Back-to-Back Victories Against Sparta and Mt. Olive as Season Opens

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
September 10, 2024
Senior co-captain Rylie Van Wingerden accelerates away from a North Hunterdon midfielder

Girls Soccer Preview, 2024: Team Sees Promising Season Ahead with Four Wins in Scrimmages

Jamie Donnelly, Sports Editor
September 4, 2024
Members of the RHS Class of 2024 show off their College Commitment shirts on National Decision Day, June 1, at the high school

Class of 2024 College Commitment Trends

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
June 6, 2024
Senior Summer Walsh cradles the ball as Roxbury players attempt to defend her on the way to Randolph's blowout win against Roxbury, 18-3, in the second round of the Morris County Tournament (MCT) on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Unfortunately, the Rams went on to suffer a loss to Mendham, 15-6, in the MCT quarterfinal round on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

Girls Lacrosse Bows Out of Counties in Quarterfinal Loss to Mendham, Following Second-Round Win Against Roxbury

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2024
Star Girls Basketball player and current junior Aliyah Lambo dribbles the ball during a 2022-2023 game. Lambo is one to watch this coming season, with prior stats averaging 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists per game.

2023-2024 Winter Sports Preview

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2023
Junior Rylie Van Wingerden dribbles in the Morris County Tournament game against Chatham, before losing, 3-1, on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

Top-seeded Randolph Girls Soccer Falls to Second-Seeded Chatham in Morris County Tourney Finals

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
October 26, 2023
Randolph Girls Soccer, the top county seed, is headed to the MCT finals against Chatham @ Roxbury on Saturday, Oct. 21. Pictured, from left: Freshman Carly Renna, and juniors Tamara Khattab, Kayla Brand and Chelsea Renna celebrate after scoring a goal against Pope John on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023.

Girls Soccer Lives Up to Top County Seed Ranking, Most Recently Beating Morris Knolls, 1-0, in Morris County Tourney Semifinal

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2023
Juniors Cora Kim and Jojo DeNegri shoot against Morris Hills' defense on the way to a Randolph victory, 6-1, on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023.

The 4s Have It: Girls Soccer Sees 4 Wins in 4 Games in Week 4

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2023
Girls Soccer Opens Season with 2-0 Win Over Mount Olive

Girls Soccer Opens Season with 2-0 Win Over Mount Olive

Jamie Donnelly, Staff Reporter
September 11, 2023
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