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Isabella Zuluaga

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor

Isabella Zuluaga graduated in 2021.

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The History Club honored five Pascack Valley veterans who died in service to the country this morning in PV's courtyard. Students and faculty took a moment to remember Michael Roell, George Poor, Robert Ranges, Edward Maher, and Min Soo Choi.

History Club recognizes five PV veterans

Isabella Zuluaga and Allison Varghese
May 26, 2021
The community discussed the new District Equity Team during Monday night's BOE meeting held in Pascack Valley's Cafeteria and virtually on Zoom. The BOE also discussed the possible usage of flags other than the American flag in the district high schools.

Community discusses new District Equity Team

Abby Shapiro and Isabella Zuluaga
May 24, 2021
The Board of Education approved John Puccio as Pascack Valley's next principal during Monday night's BOE meeting in Pascack Valley's cafeteria and virtually on Zoom. The BOE also discussed the ongoing process in implementing an eighth period in the school’s schedule.

Puccio approved to become next principal

Isabella Zuluaga and Abby Shapiro
April 12, 2021
How common are the district's new mascots?

How common are the district’s new mascots?

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
March 8, 2021
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Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
February 24, 2021
When people buy gifts, they often buy things that are “made” specifically for boys or girls. What many people do not realize is that what is known as boy and girl colors, games, or names is simply a construct that was created by society.

[Photo] Opinion: Is gender real?

February 3, 2021
PV to go fully remote for Jan. 29

PV to go fully remote for Jan. 29

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
January 28, 2021
Seniors recognized as 2021 National Merit semifinalists

Seniors recognized as 2021 National Merit semifinalists

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
January 20, 2021
PV to remain remote through Jan. 18

PV to remain remote through Jan. 18

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
January 7, 2021
Pascack Valley Regional Board of Education held a reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting in which they discussed the mascot selection process, PV’s principal search, and PV’s school closing.

BOE holds reorganization meeting

Isabella Zuluaga and Ilmie Xhaferi
January 4, 2021
District Superintendent Erik Gundersen said that all in-person school activities until Dec. 14 will be suspended or held remotely due to the increasing positive COVID-19 cases in the district. This was announced during the Pascack Valley Regional Board of Education meeting held Monday on Zoom. 

In-school activities to be held remotely until Dec. 14

Ilmie Xhaferi, Isabella Zuluaga, Abby Shapiro, and Megan Austin
November 30, 2020
Director of Technology and Communications Paul Zeller said that he and Pascack Hills intern Samantha Goldman plan to use social media to improve communications between the Board of Education and the public during Monday night’s BOE meeting held virtually through Zoom. Goldman said that the most “efficient” way to communicate with parents, educators, and students is through social media platforms.

BOE announces plans for better communication

Abby Shapiro, Ilmie Xhaferi, and Isabella Zuluaga
October 12, 2020
Retired principal Tom DeMaio was offered an interim principal position by Hawthorne District Superintendent Richard A. Spirito for the 2020-21 school year.

‘I felt a loyalty to help the Hawthorne students’

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
August 19, 2020
Assistant District Superintendent Barry Bachenheimer presented three plans for school reopening at Thursday’s virtual Board of Education meeting held through Zoom. It consisted of all on-site classes, 100% remote learning, and a hybrid schedule.

District to present reopening plan to the state

Ilmie Xhaferi, Isabella Zuluaga, and Abby Shapiro
July 23, 2020
Community comments on mascot removal

Community comments on mascot removal

Abby Shapiro and Isabella Zuluaga
June 25, 2020
Pascack Hills students, teachers, and parents gather in the PH parking lot. Students protested against the removal of the "Cowboy" mascot.

Pascack Hills community holds protest against removal of mascots

Abby Shapiro and Isabella Zuluaga
June 23, 2020
Community expresses opinions on mascot removal

Community expresses opinions on mascot removal

Abby Shapiro, Sarah Buttikofer, and Isabella Zuluaga
June 23, 2020
Graduation parade held for the Class of 2020

Graduation parade held for the Class of 2020

Isabella Zuluaga and Ellie Kim
June 17, 2020
A goodbye to our senior editors

A goodbye to our senior editors

Ellie Kim, Ilmie Xhaferi, and Isabella Zuluaga
June 16, 2020
The event was organized by the captains of the class of 2021.

Pascack Swimming holds senior drive-by

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
June 6, 2020
While many EMT volunteers are choosing to stay home, senior Sarah Viceconte continues to volunteer during the coronavirus pandemic. She volunteers for a 12-hour shift once a week and a 24-hour shift once a month for the Hillsdale Volunteer Ambulance Service.

EMT volunteers continue working during pandemic

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
June 1, 2020
Due to the coronavirus, the Class of 2020 has had to say goodbye to the clubs it was a part of throughout high school. Some seniors are highlighted below.

Senior Clubs Send-Off

Isabella Zuluaga, Ilmie Xhaferi, and Hailey Migdal
May 28, 2020
The Board of Education held its virtual meeting Monday night on Zoom. At the meeting, it was announced that there will not be a final exam period at the end of the 2019-2020 school year.

Final exams to not be administered

Isabella Zuluaga and Ilmie Xhaferi
May 19, 2020
The cast and crew of were in their final dress rehearsal of the “1776” spring musical when they received an email that they were still going to perform only to direct family. The next day, the musical was cancelled on opening night due to coronavirus concerns.

Coronavirus hinders ‘1776’ spring musical

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
May 4, 2020
Gundersen addresses graduation concerns at BOE meeting

Gundersen addresses graduation concerns at BOE meeting

Ellie Kim and Isabella Zuluaga
April 28, 2020
The Board of Education held its virtual meeting Monday night on Zoom. At the meeting, Glenn deMarrias, the current Pascack Hills principal, was approved as Pascack Valley's principal for the 2020-2021 school year.

Gundersen: ‘He is well versed in our district vision and mission’

Ellie Kim and Isabella Zuluaga
April 14, 2020
Due to the coronavirus, It’s Greek To Me in Westwood has lost revenue and sent workers home, including juniors Emily Sohl and Julie Allmers. Pompilio's Pizzeria & Restaurant in Westwood and Francesca’s Pizza & Pasta in River Vale are also limiting their staff.

Students dismissed from local restaurant jobs

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
April 8, 2020
The district is looking at ways to run a virtual day if the New Jersey Department of Health advises it to shut down its schools due to the coronavirus. A meeting among administrators to discuss the district’s precautions to the coronavirus was held on Monday, March 2.

District takes precautions against the coronavirus

Rachel Cohen, Isabella Zuluaga, and Katie Mullaney
March 6, 2020
John Puccio has been Pascack Valley’s assistant principal for the past 12 years, and following the retirement of former Principal Tom DeMaio, he filled in as the interim principal. He is applying to be the permanent principal following the 2019-2020 school year.

‘Never say never’

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
February 10, 2020
Two viewers watch "Life with Layla."

Smoke Signal hosts ‘Life with Layla’ screening

Ellie Kim, Ava Devincenzo, and Isabella Zuluaga
November 6, 2019
PV Choir hosts Halloween Talent Night

PV Choir hosts Halloween Talent Night

Matt Austin and Isabella Zuluaga
October 31, 2019
The Pascack Valley Regional High School District is hosting a college fair on Oct. 17. The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the old gymnasium and new gymnasium.

PVRHSD to host college fair at PV

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
October 1, 2019
Jennifer Kuo has stepped in as the new PV guidance counselor after working at Northern Highlands, Park Ridge High School, and Maple Wood Middle School. She will be replacing former guidance counselor Taylor Henzel.

‘A great role model’

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Editor
September 3, 2019
May 2019 Valley Cup Highlights

May 2019 Valley Cup Highlights

Matthew Austin, Ilmie Xhaferi, Isabella Zuluaga, Rachel Cohen, Kayla Barry, Hailey Migdal, Julia Chiola, and Katie Mullaney
June 5, 2019
Ruby Comiskey visited Carlotta Facchin at her home in Italy. Two years ago, they met on an app named HelloTalk where an individual is connected with a native speaker of the language they wish to learn.

From online to Italy

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
PV students balancing sports and academics

PV students balancing sports and academics

Isabella Zuluaga, Staff Writer
February 1, 2018
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