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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

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Lauren Winslow

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-In-Chief

Lauren Winslow is a senior and is one of the Online Editor-In-Chiefs. She loves to be involved in school activities, so she plays basketball, sings in Chansons and is the Social Studies Honor Society president. You can find Lauren reading the latest romance novel on her Kindle in her free time or listening to Taylor Swift.

All content by Lauren Winslow
Keleher instructs the Symphony Orchestra

Keleher succeeds as ensemble leader and musician

Lauren Winslow, Online Editor in Chief
May 3, 2023

D-Wing is home to not only the students who make up the music department but also teachers such as Mr. Timothy Keleher, who are the backbone of the department. What most don’t know about Keleher is that he had a successful career in music before...

Lucas Tang as Mr. Intangible

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023

Q: What is your Mr. East name and what is the significance of it? A: "My Mr. East name is Mr. Intangible and its a play on words of in-tang-ible because that’s a cool name and it has my last name in it, which is why I chose it." Q: What pop star...

The Grammy Awards honor artists for their contributions to music each year.

The prestigious Grammy Awards have evolved into a scam

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2023

Red carpets. Flashing lights. Beautiful dresses and suits. Celebrities everywhere. Every award show features this type of glitz and glamour found everywhere in Hollywood. But, like in many other aspects of Hollywood’s culture, a darker side lies beneath...

Cherry Hill East alum Conrad Kramer developed Apple Shortcuts before the age of 19

Meet the technology prodigy who hacked our high school

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor in Chief
February 2, 2023

Imagine you are roaming the halls of your high school, scrolling through pictures on Instagram, and out of nowhere, every single picture becomes the very same picture of a goat. Conrad Kramer (‘14) pulled this exact prank nearly a decade ago during...

During the month of December I read several 5 star books, including  "Fearless," "The Sweet Spot" and "Next of Kin."

December Romance Wrap-Up

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2023

Although December may feature a smaller selection of books, this month really emphasized quality over quantity, which was a great way to end the year. Overall, this year I read exactly 160 books. To start off the month, I read “The Sweet Spot”...

The month of November features a plethora of sports romance recommendations.

November Romance Wrap-Up

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2022

This month, I devoured book after book of my favorite trope—sports romance. Although almost all my books featured a sports star, there was still an eclectic mix of secondary tropes and exciting storylines.  I began my November reading month...

Katie Meyer is one of the many college athletes that have committed suicide.

Rising suicide rates in college athletes

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-In-Chief
December 1, 2022

In recent years, suicide rates among college student-athletes have risen, sparking concern from coaches, parents and athletes.  While all college-aged students face immense pressure, student-athletes take on the pressure to perform both academically...

Ricky Hess ('23) plays the keyboard at the Beardfest music festival last June

Hess preforms for crowd of thousands

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
November 28, 2022

Most 12-year-olds would be scared to death playing in front of 16,000 people at the Penn State Arena. But, for Ricky Hess (‘23), this was just another night where he got the opportunity to make music with his two brothers, Jon and Joey. Growing up...

Fans of Taylor Swift are greatly upset over the way Ticketmaster conducted ticket sales for Swift's tour.

Ticketmaster swiftly erupts in flames

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-In-Chief
November 18, 2022

Ticketmaster’s blunder leaves many Taylor Swift fans with bad blood toward the company. On Tuesday, November 15, Ticketmaster began the presale for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. While Ticketmaster said they were equipped to handle the influx of fans...

The American Red Cross of CHE

The American Red Cross of CHE

Molly Grossman, Business Manager
November 17, 2022

The American Red Cross (ARC) is a non-profit humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance. People all over the world are helping to provide passionate care for those in need. The organization brings assistance to things such as disaster...

The month of  October was a wild mix ranging from some sweet small town romances to a reverse harem.

October Romance Wrap-Up

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2022

While last month I was tearing through books like nothing, I was only able to read 9 books in October. Thank you college applications. And while I may not have read as many books as usual, I feel as though this month I really embodied quality over quantity.  I...

Which Royal Family Member Are You?

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
October 21, 2022

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Septembers month of reading focused heavily on some angsty small town reads.

September Romance Wrap-Up

Lauren Winslow, Online Editor-In-Chief
October 1, 2022

If you are a lover of books, specifically romance, then you are definitely in the right place. Welcome to the first edition of my new column where I will give you the scoop on every romance novel I read during the month. Now while I don’t claim to...

Erlton dominates at the 62nd annual Cherry Bowl

Erlton wins Cherry Bowl for the 5th time in a row

Lauren Winslow, Online Editor-In-Chief
August 1, 2022

Erlton swim club won the 62nd annual Cherry Bowl this Saturday, earning a score of 1119.5. Every summer the 12 swim clubs in Cherry Hill gather at one of the clubs for an all-day swim event that allows swimmers to demonstrate their skills and compete...

Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

“Mama, I just killed a man,” sang Freddie Mercury in his hit single Bohemian Rhapsody, “put a gun against his head, pulled my trigger, now he’s dead.” People have speculated about Mercury’s sexuality for years, but these lyrics might provide...

Which LGBTQ+ Artist Would You Like?

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

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Billy Porter

Billy Porter

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

Many celebrities use the red carpet to show off their personality and demonstrate high fashion. Gay actor Billy Porter uses his clothes not only to express himself but to advocate for gender nonconformity. Porter emerged as an LGBTQ+ icon after obtaining...

LGBTQ+ Movie Recommendations

Emily Boyle and Lauren Winslow
May 31, 2022

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The music industry, especially country music, continues to be plagued by discrimination

LGBTQ+ Representation In The Music Industry

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

For years, discussion around the LGBTQ+ community has been limited in the media because many believe the subject to be too taboo. Throughout the later 1900s and into the twenty-first century, musicians began to break through this stigma through their...

LGBTQ+ Book Recommendations

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

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Romance novels need to include more LGBTQ+ representation so all readers can enjoy

LGBTQ+ Representation In Books

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
May 31, 2022

Bad boy falls in love with the good girl in high school. The college football star leaves behind his playboy ways for the girl of his dreams. A woman fleeing her past falls in love with the single dad next-door neighbor. If you are an avid romance reader,...

Pronouns: The How And The Why

How can such little words make such a big impact? For non-binary people, personal pronouns can really matter. Because personal pronouns involve gender (“she” typically being female, “he” being male,) using the pronouns that someone prefers can...

Presentation and Expression

In today’s society, many feel pressured to present themselves as either female or male. For those who identify as non-binary, the idea of finding a way to present their gender to others can be a daunting task. Oftentimes, presentation of gender centers...

The Impact of Representation

In recent years, more and more controversy has arisen over the inclusion of LGBTQ+ people in the media. From controversy over LGBTQ+ dancer Jojo Siwa appearing on Nickelodeon, to debates in Florida over state law’s stance towards LGBTQ+ education, representation...

It is important to educate yourself on topics such as the gender binary in order to become more informed

Breaking The Binary

You’ve probably heard of the LGBTQ+ community before. Maybe you’ve seen a pride parade in town or had a family member come out to you. Maybe you even identify as LGBTQ+ yourself. But do you know what it means to be non-binary? Did you know that 26%...

As new technological innovations continue to be introduced to the world, the possibilities for artistic expression are endless.

What are NFTs?

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
April 12, 2022

Throughout the 21st century, society has continued to develop a reliance on technology. First, computers and cell phones affected the way people interacted and now cryptocurrency is changing monetary transactions. In 2009, cryptocurrency first emerged...

More emphasis needs to be put on foreign languages in order to prevent endangered languages from dying out

Society needs to advocate for the preservation of languages

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
March 31, 2022

Belleza. Kpacota. Uzuri. Beauty. Every day, humans strive to find beauty in life. They travel, climb mountains, swim to the depths of the ocean, and laze on sandy beaches just to find that one moment where the beauty of the world overwhelms their senses....

Discover the world of Prynthia in the series A court of Thorns and Roses, by Sarah J. Mass

Escape the real world through A Court of Thorns and Roses

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
March 20, 2022

Calling all of BookTok. If you don’t know what that means, you should definitely look into it. I promise it will be life-changing. I’ve done it. I’ve finally read one of the most celebrated book series online - A Court of Thorns and Roses. Now...

Questioning

Questioning

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
March 11, 2022

The other term that “Q” stands for is questioning. This word, much like queer, is a blanket statement that can describe people who are in the process of discovering and exploring their sexual orientation, sexual identity, and/or gender identity. Questioning...

Queer

Queer

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
March 11, 2022

“Q” stands for both queer and questioning. The term queer can oftentimes be misunderstood because it is an umbrella word that can describe many different people who fall on the LGBTQ+ spectrum. Typically, queer refers to those who do not identify...

The assassination of John F. Kennedy

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Global Commentary Editor
February 5, 2022

Since November 22, 1963, several conspiracies regarding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy have circulated throughout the nation. On this day during a motorcade in Dallas Texas, Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK in the neck, and also injured...

On the anniversary of the Capitol riots America recognizes the events continual impact on democracy

Americans need to reflect upon the Capitol riots

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Global Commentary Editor
January 6, 2022

After a full year since the events of January 6, 2021, it is important to reflect upon the ongoing struggles in the United States of America. On this day one year ago, American citizens, supported by the President of the United States, attacked a symbol...

Haiti’s crisis requires more American attention

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief
December 29, 2021

Throughout this year, Haiti faced struggle after struggle, such as the assassination of its president, natural disasters, violence, and extreme political instability. The nation was sent into turmoil on July 7, 2021, when terrorists murdered President...

Booster shots should be taken six months after the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine is taken.

East students attempt to stay safe at school during a pandemic

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Global Commentary Editor
December 10, 2021

Entering the doors of high school is an anxiety-inducing experience for many students during a normal school year. Currently, instead of thinking about upcoming tests and textbooks that need to be read, students have to worry about contracting a dangerous...

President Biden speaks about the anniversary of the Covid

Biden’s interactions do not meet press corps’ expectations

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Global Commentary Editor
December 9, 2021

The President of the United States serves the nation as the head of state and government. One of the president’s other duties is to act as a spokesperson for the country, as they are in charge of determining White House press releases and organizing...

Student Perspectives

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Online Global Commentary Editor
October 28, 2021

One of the first changes to life during the pandemic was the institution of online learning, which continued over an extensive period of time. Now that school is returning to normal, students are quickly adapting back to the ways of in-person learning,...

The extreme number of cases everyday during the pandemic continues to overwhelm health care professionals.

The extreme number of cases everyday during the pandemic continues to overwhelm health care professionals.

Former President Donald Trump left the White House for the last time on Wednesday after inciting Capitol riots.

Addressing the Capitol riots

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
January 22, 2021

When one thinks of a leader, typically one envisions a strong and courageous man or woman who acts for the greater good, no matter what personal beliefs they hold. Recently, President Donald Trump has demonstrated on multiple accounts that he has failed...

Top 5 Holiday Movies

Top 5 Holiday Movies

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
December 18, 2020

The start of the holiday season brings a sense of excitement and happiness into the air. Everybody celebrates the holidays in their own unique manner. Personally, I love to watch the abundance of holiday movies that the world of entertainment has to offer....

We must take appropriate measures to remain safe during Thanksgiving.

We must remain safe during the Thanksgiving holiday

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
November 24, 2020

Over the course of the past year, people all around the world have been forced to adjust their lives due to the ongoing pandemic. With the holiday season quickly approaching, many Americans are struggling to balance their emotional and physical needs,...

Binge-worthy book series to read during quarantine

Binge-worthy book series to read during quarantine

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
April 3, 2020

With everything currently going on in the world, people have found themselves with time that they don’t know how to spend. Instead of watching TV for hours-which don’t get me wrong, is one of my favorite pastimes-people could be reading some of the...

The FOP members hard work and dedication payed off after a successful holiday party.

East students have a blast at the FOP holiday party

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
December 19, 2019

The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) hosted its annual holiday party on December 16 at the Crowne Plaza, spreading holiday cheer to special needs children in the area. Around 900 people came together to celebrate. Children as young as three to children...

The Fall Blood Drive staff worked hard to ensure a successful turnout for the 2019 Fall Blood Drive.

The 2019 Fall Blood Drive is a huge success

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
November 15, 2019

Cherry Hill East students completed another successful Fall Blood Drive this past Tuesday, November 12 and Wednesday, November 13. A total of three-hundred students banded together in the hopes of positively impacting the lives of others. Chairperson,...

Many people participate in the Camden County Out of the Darkness Walk, to help support suicide.

Walk to fight suicide will occur this Sunday

Lauren Winslow, Eastside Staff
October 10, 2019

The annual Camden County Out of the Darkness Walk to Fight Suicide, hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), will take place on Saturday, October 12.  This walk occurs in order to raise awareness and funds towards suicide.  Participants...