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RHS students competed in the 2024 Somos NJ Poetry & Culture Festival on March 21, 2024, with five of them taking home top prizes. Pictured is RHS Team Somos, accompanied by Spanish Teachers Sybil Sanchez-Jacome and Estela Flood (front row, center).
Five RHS Students Take Top Prizes at 2024 Somos NJ Poetry & Culture Festival
April 23, 2024
Holocaust survivor Fred Heyman celebrates his 95th birthday before speaking to students in the high school auditorium on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
Holocaust Survivor Urges Students to Reject Hate in Every Form
April 17, 2024
Student Council candidates meet and mingle with student voters at Meet the Candidates, held on Monday, March 18, in the high school Commons. The election itself is on Monday, March 25, during extended homeroom.
‘Meet The Candidates’ Event Helps Bring Out the Vote for Upcoming Student Elections
March 22, 2024
Barry Haines, intermin VP at RHS, speaks to Mrs. Finnells journalism students on Feb. 27, 2024, about his upcoming job as director of curriculum at Kopila Valley School in Nepal, which he starts next month.
From Randolph to Nepal: Interim VP Barry Haines Set to Work at Remote School for Underprivileged and Orphaned Children
March 19, 2024
Boys Basketball Captain Ryan Kress Honored as Morris County Player of the Year
Boys Basketball Captain Ryan Kress Honored as Morris County Player of the Year
March 14, 2024
In Praise of the 2023-2024 Boys and Girls Fencing Teams
In Praise of the 2023-2024 Boys and Girls Fencing Teams
April 25, 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
April 15, 2024
Bottom, left to right: Hayley Arigo, Daniella Gizienski, Rebecca Dasti, Jailynn Vega, Samantha Niewiarowski, Lily Zepp. Top, left to right: Caitlin Sedorak, Breanna Colburn, Kayleigh McClain, Lindsey Kudriavetz, Hannah Bermudez, Autumn Liebhauser, Cassidy Smith, Elisabeth Latch, Brianna Vega, Camryn Browning
Softball Sees Strong Start to Season
April 14, 2024
Randolph Girls Lacrosse started their season with a three-game winning streak, including a big, season-opener win against Verona, 17-5, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Bauer Field.
Randolph Girls Lacrosse Starts Season with Three-Game Winning Streak
April 10, 2024
Senior Boys Basketball players helped take the team to a .500 record of 14-14 during the 2023-2024 season. From left: Josh Graves, Ryan Kress, Andrew Taurman, Head Coach Nick Lavender, Rocco Albano, Jake Miller and Joey Errico.
Boys Basketball Wrap-Up: Up-and-Down Season Ends at 14-14
April 5, 2024
RHS dancers attended a master class taught by Brittany Nicholas, the dance captain of the Broadway musical & Juliet, and then saw the show on Wednesday, March 6, 2023, in New York City.
RHS Dance Department Ventures to New York City for ‘& Juliet’ Master Dance Class and Matinee
April 10, 2024
Brendan Angiello and Amaia Biggan, the two leads of the recently staged spring musical, Into the Woods, are forces to be reckoned with, both on and off stage.
‘Into the Woods’ Lead Actors Brendan Angiello and Amaia Biggan Take Talents Off Stage as Active Members of RHS Community
April 3, 2024
Members of the cast and student orchestra rehearse a dance number for Into the Woods. which premieres tonight, Thursday, March 21, at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium, with additional shows on March 22 at 7:00 p.m. and March 23 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
‘Into the Woods’ Premieres Tonight
March 21, 2024
RHS Jazz I performs at Liberty Middle School in West Orange at the NJAJE Jazz Band Festival preliminaries on Monday, March 4.
RHS Jazz I Ensemble Wins Multiple Awards at NJAJE State Preliminary Jazz Band Festival
March 21, 2024
Concert Choir members take a bow following their show-opening performance of “Twenty Million People” from My Favorite Year at the 12th Annual Cabaret Night, held at the high school on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.
RHS Choir and Drama Club and RMS Choir Delight Audience at 12th Annual Cabaret Night
February 28, 2024
RHS students competed in the 2024 Somos NJ Poetry & Culture Festival on March 21, 2024, with five of them taking home top prizes. Pictured is RHS Team Somos, accompanied by Spanish Teachers Sybil Sanchez-Jacome and Estela Flood (front row, center).
Five RHS Students Take Top Prizes at 2024 Somos NJ Poetry & Culture Festival
April 23, 2024
Holocaust survivor Fred Heyman celebrates his 95th birthday before speaking to students in the high school auditorium on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
Holocaust Survivor Urges Students to Reject Hate in Every Form
April 17, 2024
The finished product: Green Club members created planters like this one from used plastic water bottles.
It Is Easy Being Green: Green Club Repurposes Used Plastic Bottles for Planters
April 6, 2024
Student Council candidates meet and mingle with student voters at Meet the Candidates, held on Monday, March 18, in the high school Commons. The election itself is on Monday, March 25, during extended homeroom.
‘Meet The Candidates’ Event Helps Bring Out the Vote for Upcoming Student Elections
March 22, 2024
Barry Haines, intermin VP at RHS, speaks to Mrs. Finnells journalism students on Feb. 27, 2024, about his upcoming job as director of curriculum at Kopila Valley School in Nepal, which he starts next month.
From Randolph to Nepal: Interim VP Barry Haines Set to Work at Remote School for Underprivileged and Orphaned Children
March 19, 2024
In Praise of the 2023-2024 Boys and Girls Fencing Teams
In Praise of the 2023-2024 Boys and Girls Fencing Teams
April 25, 2024
Chef Povinelli Deserves Being Named a Teacher Who Rocks
Chef Povinelli Deserves Being Named a Teacher Who Rocks
April 14, 2024
The Media Center Wants You...To Help Make It the Best It Can Be
The Media Center Wants You…To Help Make It the Best It Can Be
April 11, 2024
Movie Review: ‘Mean Girls’ (2024), Stream It or Skip It?
Movie Review: ‘Mean Girls’ (2024), Stream It or Skip It?
April 4, 2024
Brendan Angiello and Amaia Biggan, the two leads of the recently staged spring musical, Into the Woods, are forces to be reckoned with, both on and off stage.
‘Into the Woods’ Lead Actors Brendan Angiello and Amaia Biggan Take Talents Off Stage as Active Members of RHS Community
April 3, 2024
Meet the Candidates: Opposed Candidates for RHS Student Council Exec. Board and Sophomore Class
Meet the Candidates: Opposed Candidates for RHS Student Council Exec. Board and Sophomore Class
March 22, 2024
Highlight Reel: Randolph Boys Ice Hockey 2023 -2024 Season
Highlight Reel: Randolph Boys Ice Hockey 2023 -2024 Season
March 13, 2024
Percussion Ensemble Feature Package
Percussion Ensemble Feature Package
February 8, 2024
Inside Scoop: Speech and Debate
Inside Scoop: Speech and Debate
February 6, 2024
Inside Scoop: RHS Competition Cheer Team
Inside Scoop: RHS Competition Cheer Team
February 1, 2024
Breaking News
  • Boys Lacrosse wins @ Pope John, 11-4, on Friday, April 19, bringing season record to 4-4
  • Girls Lacrosse loses @ Immaculate Heart, 12-6, on Monday, April 22, bringing season record to 4-6
  • Baseball loses to Mendham, 4-3, on Tuesday, April 23, bringing season record to 11-2
  • Softball loses to Morris Knolls, 5-2, on Tuesday, April 23, bringing season record to 8-4
  • Boys Volleyball beats Chatham, 2-0, on Monday, April 22, bringing season record to 7-7
  • Boys Tennis beats Morristown, 5-0, on Monday, April 22, bringing season record to 5-3

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Jessica Ackerman

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor

Jessica Ackerman is a senior in her second year on the Rampage staff. An aspiring political journalist, Jessica recently attended the School of The New York Times Summer Academy in Washington, D.C. She is a proud captain of the Marching Rams Color Guard and an avid fan of the performing arts. Jessica is a frequent cast or crew member of the high school's Drama Club plays and musicals, and she performs with the Dance Department at pep rally and showcase performances. Outside of school, she enjoys shopping, skiing and seeing Broadway shows. Jessica is thrilled to be a member of the inaugural Rampage online staff and hopes that it will continue to keep the RHS community updated and engaged.

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The RHS Department of Visual Arts presented the annual Senior Art Show on Thursday, May 25, 2023, in the high school Commons. Pictured: A display of ceramic and two-dimensional artwork by senior Julianna Troast.

Senior Art Show Exhibits Talent and Professionalism of Class of 2023 Art Students

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
June 11, 2023
Senior Prom 2023 Fashion: Outfits Outshine the Stars

Senior Prom 2023 Fashion: Outfits Outshine the Stars

Jessica Ackerman and Mel Hutchinson
June 6, 2023
Concert Band, directed by Michael Lichtenfeld, performs a medley from the movie, “How to Train Your Dragon,” with music by John Powell, accompanied by clips from the film, at the annual Spring Band Concert on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, in the high school auditorium.

RHS Presents Extraordinary Annual Spring Band Concert

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
June 5, 2023
The RHS Percussion Ensemble, directed by Anthony Eskin, performs at the Evening of Percussion Concert on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in the high school auditorium.

Annual “Evening of Percussion” Concert a Booming Success

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
May 31, 2023
Senior Gavin Emdur (Tevye) and junior Elizabeth Morgievich (The Fiddler) perform a scene together in the RHS Drama Club production of Fiddler on the Roof on March 24, 2023, in the high school auditorium.

RHS Drama Club Brings Stage “To Life” with Fiddler on the Roof

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
April 10, 2023
Members of the RHS Concert Band, directed by Michael Lichtenfeld, stand while taking in the applause at the Bands of Randolph Concert, held at the high school auditorium on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

[Photo] Bands of Randolph Concert Showcases Exceptional Talent and Dedication of RHS and RMS Musicians

Mollie Ackerman, Staff Reporter
March 21, 2023
RHS dance students attend a matinee performance of the Broadway hit Moulin Rouge at the Al Hirschfeld Theater in New York City on March 8, 2023.

RHS Dancers Enjoy Star Treatment at Broadway Master Classes and Matinee

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
March 16, 2023
Senior Melanie Hutchinson uses a Zero Period to catch up on her homework assignments.

Opinion: We Need More Zero Periods

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
March 1, 2023
“Fiddler on the Roof” cast members, under the direction of the student production team, rehearse the opening number of the show, “Tradition,” on Jan 13, 2023.

After Being Gifted Rights to “Fiddler on the Roof,” Drama Club Works Hard to Recreate Nineteenth-Century Russia

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
February 8, 2023
RHS Choir to Present Disney-Themed Cabaret

RHS Choir to Present Disney-Themed Cabaret

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
February 3, 2023
The Choir and Band Ensembles perform at the annual holiday concert, held at the high school on Dec. 20, 2022.

Choir and Band Ensembles Shine in Holiday Concert

John Debruycker and Jessica Ackerman
January 9, 2023
“Radium Girls” cast members perform under atmospheric green stage lighting and an elaborate glowing brick wall backdrop, thanks to the shows talented stage crew, in the high school auditorium on Nov. 14, 2022.

Stage Crew: The Unsung Heroes of “Radium Girls”

Jessica Ackerman, Arts Editor
December 21, 2022
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