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Eastside leadership says farewell
Eastside leadership says farewell
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Coffeehouse 2026 raises awareness for autism acceptance through "Wizard of Oz" theme
Coffeehouse 2026 raises awareness for autism acceptance through “Wizard of Oz” theme
Cary Bloom ('26), Jake Forstadt ('26), Alexis Nowakowski ('26), Tracy Vuong ('26), Ben Sautter ('26) and Aneesh Rajagopal ('27) pose with their second place award. Used with permission from Kaushik Rachuri ('26).
Two East DECA teams take second place at ICDC
Mr. Buco is crowned Mr. East and receives his flowers and prize.
Mr. East 2026 contestants compete for stardom
Tyler Whitney ('27) hits his driver off the tee on the par-5 fourth hole.
The Masters: Diving into the sport
Hunter Sobus ('26) runs across lacrosse field mid-game
The end of the beginning: a student-athlete story
Mike Fekete ('27) steps up to bat against Eastern's pitcher. Used with permission from Abigail Callahan ('26).
East baseball defeated by Eastern Regional High School
Josh Hammer ('26) saves the ball during a lacrosse game.
Josh Hammer (’26) reaches 600 saves in his high school lacrosse career
Zach Kellerman ('28) poses with his winning bracket for March Madness.
Kellerman ranks 14th in the country for ESPN’s March Madness bracket
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
"Art Blooms" Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
“Art Blooms” Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
A sign for Sabrina's Cafe in Collingswood hangs above the sidewalk.
Sabrina’s Cafe in Collingswood celebrates its 25th anniversary
Lockart conducts the Rock Voices choir during the concert.
Rock Voices brings community together through music
Kang ('28) prays for a woman on the streets of Kensington. Used with permission from Emmanuel Church in Philadelphia.
COLUMN: Reaching out in times of crisis at America’s largest open-air drug market
Cherry Hill High School East seniors prepare to graduate on June 18.
Celebrations and controversy surrounds graduation season
East students must stand up to slow walkers
East students must stand up to slow walkers
East needs to address political intolerance
East needs to address political intolerance
Stop blocking my computer and my education
Stop blocking my computer and my education
More than the score: Understanding what DECA results really mean
More than the score: Understanding what DECA results really mean
The Watchlist Episode 1: "Obsession" (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: “Obsession” (2026)
The album cover of Drake's "Iceman."
Drake’s surprise trio of albums represents a return to the limelight
"Obsession" has quickly become one of the greatest indie film successes in cinema history.
“Obsession” sparks a cultural phenomenon
The power and problems of reality TV
The power and problems of reality TV
The cover of Olivia Rodrigo's "Drop Dead."
Olivia Rodrigo returns with “drop dead” ahead of upcoming album
Depression is often misrepresented in the media
Depression is often misrepresented in the media
Exposure to negative news can worsen anxiety
Exposure to negative news can worsen anxiety
Tech layoffs surge as AI in the workplace grows
Tech layoffs surge as AI in the workplace grows
France plans to reduce the use of fossil fuels. ExxonMobil operation near Chicago, IL, summer of 2014 by Richard_Hurd is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
France unveils plan to transition away from fossil fuels
Hantavirus outbreak. 3D still showing life cycle of Hantavirus. by scientificanimations is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Hantavirus outbreak heightens tensions
President Donald Trump promoted the development of the Anti-Weaponization Fund despite congressional disapproval. "Donald Trump" by The White House is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ faces bipartisan backlash
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation from her role due to her husband's health complications. "Tulsi Gabbard" by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard resigns from her role following other Cabinet members
Throughout President Donald Trump's two terms, the power of the executive branch has greatly expanded, threatening to offset the system of checks and balances.
The threat to checks and balances: Congress and the Supreme Court must stand up to Trump
Contrary to popular belief, religious persecution still remains a major issue in the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
An Iranian refugee sheds light on the reality of modern religious persecution
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement conduct a Family Unit (FAMU) removal flight to Guatemala. "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Enforcement" by NARA Archive is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
ICE agents induce anxiety at airports nationwide
New Jersey Commissioner of Education Dr. Lily Laux (left) walks through the halls of John A. Carusi Middle School while conversing with Board of Education President Gina Winters (right).
NJ Commissioner of Education Dr. Lily Laux visits Cherry Hill Public Schools amid budget crisis
Cherry Hill High School East seniors prepare to graduate on June 18.
Celebrations and controversy surrounds graduation season
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
The power and problems of reality TV
The power and problems of reality TV
Throughout President Donald Trump's two terms, the power of the executive branch has greatly expanded, threatening to offset the system of checks and balances.
The threat to checks and balances: Congress and the Supreme Court must stand up to Trump
The Watchlist Episode 1: "Obsession" (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: “Obsession” (2026)
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Fueling Sustainable Careers In Dance With Alissa Nehrlich
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Fueling Sustainable Careers In Dance With Alissa Nehrlich
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 7: Where pointe shoes meet the stage with Brooke Wasserman
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 7: Where pointe shoes meet the stage with Brooke Wasserman
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 6: From injury to empowerment with Allyson Lowis
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 6: From injury to empowerment with Allyson Lowis
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 5: The psychology behind performance with Lauren Ostrander McArdle
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 5: The psychology behind performance with Lauren Ostrander McArdle
COMIC: The procrastinator
COMIC: The procrastinator
COMIC: Student athlete
COMIC: Student athlete
COMIC: Spring break
COMIC: Spring break
COMIC: The alarm
COMIC: The alarm
Comic: The Assignment
Comic: The Assignment
Prom King Nathan Aguelo ('26) and Prom Queen Sophia Esposito ('26) pose together after winning by popular vote among the attendees.
PHOTOS: Senior Prom 2026
Juniors pose for a picture.
PHOTOS: Junior Prom 2026
Erica Li ('29) poses in a standing side split during the CSA performance.
PHOTOS: Multicultural Day 2026
A sign reads "Protest while you still can."
PHOTOS: Protests in the community
No Kings protesters gather at the rally at the intersection of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 22nd street, with Philadelphia City Hall in the background.
Philadelphia’s third No Kings protest through a lens
Growing leaders across Cherry Hill gather to drive community growth
Growing leaders across Cherry Hill gather to drive community growth
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
"Art Blooms" Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
“Art Blooms” Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
Mr. Know-It-All is thrown into the air by the other Mr. East contestants.
Mr. East 2026 performances
Kaelan Faria ('27) and Taylor Damon ('28) perform a partner dance during the African American Culture Club performance.
Multicultural Day performances celebrate East culture
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Andrew Maier

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor

When not holding a camera on the sidelines of East sporting events, you can find Andrew in the pool at SJ Aquatic Club grinding out a solid practice, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles (#GoBirds🦅), eating Reese’s Cups, or hanging out with his friends. He does all of this (besides eating Reese’s) alongside his dog, Charlie, who you can find on Instagram @bigguycharlie. You can see Andrew’s best images also on Instagram @mayor_maier.

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PODCAST: Corona Sunshine (Episode 1: Thoughts from a High School Senior)

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
March 13, 2020

Heading into the weekend, Andrew discusses positive thoughts on the Coronavirus outbreak. Reach him on Instagram @mayor_maier or twitter @mayormaier Johns Hopkins: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html https://ivyleague.com/news/2020/3/11/general-ivy-league-to-cancel-all-athletic-events-through-the-remainder-of-the-spring.aspx  https://swimswam.com/ncaa-reportedly-agrees-to-grant-spring-athletes-eligibility-relief/ ...

PHOTOS: Farewell, Class of 2019!

PHOTOS: Farewell, Class of 2019!

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
June 20, 2019

June 20th, 2019 marked the graduation of Cherry Hill East's Class of 2019. Take a look back at some special moments from the past week through the pictures below.

PHOTOS: East Swimming Dominates at the SJ Invite

PHOTOS: East Swimming Dominates at the SJ Invite

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
January 28, 2019

For the 5th straight year, Cherry Hill East, came in on top of the podium at the South Jersey Swimming Invitational, nearly doubling the score of second place Egg Harbor 432.5-276.5. The Cougars (8-1) have been dominant all season and look to carry...

JT Funari ('19) swims the 200 IM in the meet against CBA on 19th December 2018.

PHOTOS: Boys swimming falls to an impressive team in CBA

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
December 21, 2018

Heading to North Jersey, East Boys Swimming looked to improve to 4-0 in the 2019 season but ended up just 16 points shy of a win. The Cougars had an impressive showing in the meet, with the meet coming down to the last event of the meet. The 4 first...

Grace Yoon ('20) and Nora Woods ('18) of Audubon Collingswood High School embrace each other after tying in the 100 Breaststroke at the 2018 Meet of Champions

Looking Back at Iconic Moments From 2018 MOCs

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
December 19, 2018

As a sports photographer, while being close to the action is normal to me, it isn’t often that an amazing moment appears right in front of my camera. However, when they do appear, I’m left with a lasting image ingrained in my brain, and on my camera......

PHOTOS: Boys Soccer Caps Off Season With a Shutout

PHOTOS: Boys Soccer Caps Off Season With a Shutout

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
October 23, 2018

Following an emotional farewell to the senior class of 2019, Boys soccer took the field for one last time in the 2018 season. Little did they know that 2 hours later, they would be walking off the field with a 3-0 shutout to add to their record, finishing...

Bella Rossetti ('20) dominantly kicks the ball in their game against Eastern High School on September 15, 2018.

PHOTOS: Girls Soccer Falls To a Tough Team in Eastern

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
September 26, 2018

After a valiant effort, East Girls soccer found themselves below Eastern in a 3-1 final. Bella Rosetti ('20) recorded 1 goal for the Cougars, while Rebecca Winslow ('20) had 15 saves in net. You can view pictures from the game above.    

Class of 2022 swimmers look to make an impact as freshman

Andrew Maier, Eastside Photo Editor
August 12, 2018

While many East students relax and take a break from school and sports during the summer months, those competing in the Tri-County swim league begin a new season that starts when school is no longer in session. The league held its annual championship...