Hills Review

Conducted by Mr. Belanich, the Half Hollow Hills Cross Campus Wind Ensemble is an award-winning ensemble composed of the best of the best of High School East and High School West band students. This Friday, Allie Lerner explores the ensemble's origins and the achievements of the group.

Student Athletes put a tremendous amount of time and effort into their sport. With the help of their coaches and teammates, this experience helps build character. On Thursday, Anthony Giacoponello looks at the varsity boys and girls soccer teams and how they not only build successful programs, but also develop strong individuals.

Have you ever watched a movie where a student falls asleep in class? Ever read a book where the main character is always spacing out in school? This can be due to a lack of sleep, something that affects students in the real world every day. This Wednesday, Justin Rimpel looks at why so many high schoolers come to school absolutely exhausted–and the best way to solve this problem.

The terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 affected many people in tragic ways. Sally Hassanein, who works for the US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan and speaks both English and Arabic, was a translator during the interrogation of the suspects. This Tuesday, she speaks with Amir Hussein, about her experience.

It's Monday, September 11th, 2023and welcome to the September edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. At the start of each month during the school year, we release an assortment of student opinion pieces, stories, documentaries, and interviews. Our podcast is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking club – and is available on Soundcloud, as well as Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Here's what's coming up this week: The terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 affected many people in tragic ways. Sally Hassanein, who works for the US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan and speaks both English and Arabic, was a translator during the interrogation of the suspects. This Tuesday, she speaks with Amir Hussein, about her experience. Have you ever watched a movie where a student falls asleep in class? Ever read a book where the main character is always spacing out in school? This can be due to a lack of sleep, something that affects students in the real world every day. This Wednesda

Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy.

For this month's book talk, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet.

Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power.

Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture.

It's Monday, June 5th, 2023 and welcome to the June edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. On Tuesday, Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture. Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. On Wednesday, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power. On Thursday, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet. Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? On Friday, Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy. Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Cl

People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has had two horses win the Derby – and whose horse Forte is this year's odds on favorite. Mr Pletcher will discuss his methods and the emotions that he feels before, during and after the big race.

Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical.

Join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal.

There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins.

It's Monday, May 1st, 2023 and welcome to the May edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. This Tuesday, Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins. This Wednesday, join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal. Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? This Thursday, Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical. People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has h

What is the life of a musician really like? Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music.

The start time of school is ridiculous. Starting class so early causes sleep deprivation and can lead to exhaustion and a decline in grades. Nathan Glick, Jack Simon, Saul Adum traveled the halls to see if students and teachers think the school start time is fair.

While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. In this feature podcast, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and losing.

When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." In this opinion piece, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues.

It's Monday, April 3rd, 2023 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." On Tuesday, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues. What is the life of a musician really like? This Wednesday, Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music. While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. This Thursday, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and