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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

Alexa Atlas

Alexa Atlas, Online Editor-in-Chief

Alexa Atlas is currently a senior and is an Online Editor-in-Chief for Eastside. When Alexa is not at school, she is most likely at cheer. She cheers for East and competitively cheers at World Cup. She also participates in DECA. During Alexa’s free time, she enjoys writing, hanging out with friends, traveling, and going to the shore.

All content by Alexa Atlas

Introducing the contestants for Mr. East 2022

After two years, Cherry Hill High School East's tradition of the Mr. East pageant returns in person. The pageant will occur in East's auditorium on Friday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Eight contestants will battle it out in the categories of talent, formal wear,...

In each grade, different athletes stood out during their sports seasons.

2020-2021 Top Athletes

This year of athletics at Cherry Hill High School East was like none other. An unprecedented number of cancellations, pauses, season suspensions and reschedulings led to a tumultuous year in which more negatives may be spotted than positives. But one...

Capricorn

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Webmaster
May 17, 2021

Capricorns are born from December 22 to January 19 and are symbolized by a goat. Capricorn is known to be the most driven and hardworking zodiac sign. They are very ambitious and always up for a lot of work. They will do everything they can to meet...

Pisces

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Webmaster
May 17, 2021

Pisces are born from February 19 to March 20 and are symbolized by a fish. Pisces are known to be sensitive and emotional. They are very deep people who take everything to heart. Not only that but, they are very compassionate, caring, kind, and selfless....

Aries

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Webmaster
May 17, 2021

Aries are born from March 21 to April 19 and are symbolized by a ram. Aries are known for their passion, motivation, and leadership. They are very hard workers and always driven to do their best. Aries are relentlessly determined and extremely bold....

Tyler Burke ('21) cannot wait to amaze the audience with his show stopping performance.

Tyler Burke

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Webmaster
April 20, 2021

From running down the football field to partaking in SGA and other East clubs, Tyler Burke ('21), also known as “Mr. Brick”, contributes a lot to the East community and is ready to tackle the competition. Mr. East has always been something Burke...

The girls soccer team made the best of their season and worked harder than ever.

Girls Soccer

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Webmaster
January 25, 2021

Recap: 2020 was definitely an unforgettable season for the East Girls Varsity Soccer Team. The soccer season was like no other considering all the COVID-19 restrictions. However, the girls persevered and made the best of the unfortunate situation....

Mr. Win Irwiner (Bobby Irwin)

Mr. Win Irwiner (Bobby Irwin)

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Online Editor
May 25, 2020

From swimming laps in the pool to participating in SGA to cheering on the East Cougars at numerous sporting events, Bobby Irwin (‘20), also known as Mr. Win Irwiner, plays a big part in the East community and is ready to dive right into the competition. Mr....

East teachers share their thoughts on the new learning system.

East teachers reflect on the online learning system

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Online Editor
April 9, 2020

After an hour-long class, the bell finally rings. It is time to walk down the hall and up the stairs to your next period class. This means, more learning goals to record, more notes to jot down and more lessons to be heard. All East students and teachers...

It is easy to get bored when quarantined, however, there are countless activities people can do to keep busy.

How to stay occupied when quarantined

Alexa Atlas and Amanda Merovitz
March 19, 2020

 If the thought of being quarantined for days, weeks and possibly months drives you insane, don’t worry because you’re not alone. Adults and kids around the world are also feeling this way. Everyone is trying to think of new ways to entertain...

Students are expected to scan into study hall using their student ID or their personalized QR code from Genesis.

East implements a new scanning procedure for study halls

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Online Editor
March 1, 2020

On Friday, January 31, a new procedure was implemented at Cherry Hill East. This procedure requires students to scan into study hall using their student ID or their personalized QR code from Genesis. As scanners will be used, students will no longer...

The Hoffman Family

The Hoffman Family

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Online Editor
January 9, 2020

The hardest part of high school, for most students, is having to go through the long and challenging days alone. However, for the Hoffman Family, this was not the case. The family was lucky enough to share similar memories, at the same familiar place....

Nate Mulberg ('10) assumes a batter's stance as he comes to the plate for the East Cougars.

East alum hopes to lead Israel to an Olympics baseball win

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Online Editor
December 20, 2019

Nate Mulberg (‘10) was never the average high school student. He excelled in baseball, ran cross country, wrote for Eastside and ultimately, was recruited to play baseball for the University of Rochester. So, it was not surprising when Mulberg was...

Eddie Grant ('20) steals the ball from his opponent.

Eddie Grant (’20) commits to Lafayette College for soccer

Alexa Atlas, Online Editor
December 17, 2019

As one chapter comes to an end, another chapter opens up. Although Eddie Grant’s (‘20) time at Cherry Hill East is slowly winding down, the next chapter of his life at Lafayette College awaits. Grant is ecstatic and cannot wait to attend Lafayette...

A physical therapist can evaluate possible causes of injury.

Physical therapy is beneficial to patients

Alexa Atlas, Eastside Staff
March 15, 2019

Have you ever hurt your foot, to the point where you could not walk, but the X-ray showed no break? If so, you are not alone. At first, you may feel relieved, until weeks later you are still experiencing a lingering pain that will just not go away. Most...