Cheering faces shift around a panel of judges, trying to get the best view of the raised platform. Over a hundred audience members from around the country gathered at Kenmore Barbell & Fitness in Kenmore, New York, on January 20, 2024. All eyes were on...

On Thursday, March 7, the Class of 2024 Student Government Association (SGA) held a student vs staff basketball game in the Dibart Gym at Cherry Hill High School East. Charging students $3 and all other attendees $5, SGA made over $700 and raised around...

The 2023 adaptation of “The Color Purple,” ​​directed by Blitz Bazawule, was released on December 25. With the announcement of the film’s musical portrayal and stars such as Taraji P. Henson and Fantasia Barrino, expectations were high. This...

From brick and mortar shops to online interfaces, the way we shop has transformed as technology evolves. Now, the window shopping of the past has become a tap on a screen, as many social media platforms have developed features that allow users to shop...

For the first time in five years, SZA makes her return to Philadelphia on her SOS North American Tour. Her tour began on February 21, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio, and was scheduled to perform in Philadelphia on March 2, she postponed it due to unforeseen...

On Tuesday, August 8, Philadelphia’s annual Made in America Festival, set to take place on September 2-3, was canceled. Held each year on Labor Day weekend, this two-day festival was created by rapper, producer and entrepreneur Jay-Z in 2012. The cancellation...

With a simple stage production and visuals, The Backseat Lovers' complex and layered instrumentals intertwined with the lead vocalist’s captivating voice kept the audience of the Fillmore Philly constantly engaged. Concertgoers who did not know the...

One of the most popular forms of entertainment among society is music. While listening to music through AirPods or an Alexa is enjoyable, there is truly nothing like live music. This summer, multiple artists of varying genres are on tours to bring their...

On Friday, April 28, Cherry Hill High School East's Computer Science Club competed in the annual Rowan University Programming Contest. Out of 30 teams competing, two of East's teams placed. Together, Eric Ji (‘23) and Max Veksler (‘24) came in 1st...

Izzy Sobel ('24) and Ella Hampton ('24) sit down and talk about East's plan for the AP exams, how they are preparing and how some of the exams will be administered digitally this year.

Q: What is your Mr. East name and what is the significance of it? A: “I thought it would be funny to be Mr. Lunch and Learn. I’m sure Dr. Perry would enjoy it, he really seems to like Lunch and Learn.” Q: What pop star did you choose to represent...

This years Mr. East competition will take place Thursday, April 20th featuring seven seniors vying to win. Each contestant has selected their own pop star to embody in accordance with the theme. Vote here to see who people think will be the next Mr. East.

Join Ella Hampton as she explains Cherry Hill East's popular annual tradition, Mr. East. The seven seniors competing this year have been working very hard to put on their best show on Thursday, April 20th. Behind the scenes, the Mr. East Chairladies and...

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, the Class of 2024’s Junior Prom will be held at The Westin with the theme of fire and ice. The dance will be from 6-10 p.m. The junior class student government association (SGA) has had its full focus on planning the...

College tuition debt restricts graduates’ abilities to immediately bring in substantial income when entering their post-college career. After years of study to earn a degree, students are left in deep financial holes, working to pay back the money they...

The increasing cost of college tuition creates a growing disparity between what many students can afford and what they must cover through loans. On top of an already difficult college application process, students must now face the discouraging financial...

Join Eastside's Ella Hampton and Shayna Oppen as they break down East's prom season. With all the fun associated with both the Junior Prom and Senior Prom, there is also a lot of stress. Listen in to hear discussions regarding the yearly prom...

Student are offered food, drinks, a T-shirt and more to donate.

On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, Spanish Honors Society hosted a potluck dinner event from 6 to 9 pm. The annual event took place in Cherry Hill High School East’s Cafeteria 1 with around 50 of the honors society members in attendance. Each student...

Volunteer students attempt to make the half-court shot.

On January 30th, 2023, Cherry Hill East switched its study hall system back to one where students are assigned specific classrooms. Many study hall takers see this as an intrusion on their free time and socialization. Eastside's Ella Hampton, Izzy Sobel...

Students did a variety of hands-on work including the installation of insulation.

On Friday, January 20th, Cherry Hill High School East held a Lunar New Year festival after school in Cafeteria 2. Chinese Honor Society, Chinese Student Association, Korean Culture Club and Vietnamese Culture Club worked together to create the hour-and-a-half...

On Friday, January 13, 2023, East’s Unity Day took place. Students of all different backgrounds came together to reflect on problems and dive deeper into the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Unity Day aims to reflect and teach students about...

At around 12:05 pm on Saturday, December 5th, 2022 the fire alarm went off during the December SAT at Cherry Hill High School East – allowing test takers access to their phones. The fire alarm, set off due to a fog machine used during a theater...

A new dress and grooming policy for Cherry Hill public schools has been proposed by the Board of Education in response to student voice. In creating the proposal, the board aimed to remove any gender-targeted language found in the old policy, giving students...

Around the world, college entrance examinations play a pivotal role in deciding the future and success of students. As the United States’ SAT becomes considered less with changes like submission optionality, foreign entrance exams including the Chinese...

The Hurricane Relief Drive, a drive hosted by Latinos and Amigos in partnership with the Latinos at West club, aimed to aid those affected by hurricanes Fiona and Ian. The drive ran for 3 weeks: from Thursday, October 6th to Friday, October 28th. To the...

Following a reunion, the Class of 1972 is once again reunited in this interview with Eastside's Online Editor-in-Cheif Vivian Rong ('23) and Online News Editor Ella Hampton ('24).

Wild Fork, a Florida meat-based grocery store, just opened on March 5, in Cherry Hill. This new, up-and-coming business uses a unique and efficient way to package and store meats, keeping them as fresh as possible. They pride themselves on their high-quality...

About 675 lives were saved, thanks to Cherry Hill High School East’s annual blood drive last Tuesday and Wednesday, November 9th and 10th. With around 200 East students participating, the blood drive was a success once again. The blood drive occurs...

Looking for a fun way to get out of the house and experience something unique during these tough times of the Coronavirus Pandemic? The Six Flags Great Adventure Wild Safari Drive-Thru is the perfect place to go. You can safely observe 1,200 animals eating,...