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The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper

The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper

Junior Cecilia Bargo enjoys the first slow dance of the night.

Students prepare for prom

Maylee Shen March 12, 2025

With prom approaching quickly, finding the perfect dress for the occasion is difficult, especially on the budget of a high school student. Dresses typically span around $100-500.  Feeling confident...

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Alyona Greene snapping photo with her ELA students.

Mrs. Greene connects with all students

Edith Deleon March 12, 2025

Alyona Greene, an English Language Learner (ELL) teacher at Highlands High School and Middle School, is a one of a kind teacher known for her amazing energy, warmth and deep care for her students. From...

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Water tower with spring flowers.

Some stay local for spring break

Maylee Shen March 12, 2025

Many are disappointed when friends and peers go on vacation for spring break while they stay in Fort Thomas, but they overlook the entertainment opportunities available right here at home. Fort Thomas...

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A piece of art spreading love.

Random acts of kindness are displayed throughout the world

Gemma Cutajar, Staff March 11, 2025

Acts of kindness, big or small, have the power to positively impact the world. They can lift someone’s spirits and strengthen connections between people.  An act of kindness is simply doing something...

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Balancing homework with other responsibilities can be overwhelming for students.

Is homework proving a tool or burden for students?

Alivia Adkins March 11, 2025

Homework has been an ongoing debate for decades now, and many have complaints over how beneficial it is. The debate has been that some students learn better with homework, but the article of Education...

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teachers, Scott Turner and Kim Grillot standing together.

Teachers reflect on their favorite Highlands memories

Haidyn Kelsay March 11, 2025

As Highlands High School prepares to say goodbye to some of its educators, reflections on the significance left on both students and the community are emerging. After 28 years of service, physics teacher...

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Bridging Back Business is a program that places including Fort Thomas where local businesses are doing special deals to get people to come back over the bridge after the reopening.

Bridging Back Business aids struggling marketing

Carson Hoeh March 10, 2025

As the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as “The Big Mac Bridge”, reopens, many are still hesitant to use the bridge to cross between Ohio and Kentucky. To try and gain support and attraction...

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A look inside The Hidden Chapter’s new cafe.

The Hidden Chapter Cafe opens

Cora Bolser March 10, 2025

Lights flickered softly, casting a glow over the tables and walls. The whir of a machine blended with soft instrumental music fills the air with a sense of calm. At the Hidden Chapter’s recently opened...

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 A book laying next to glasses and a cup of coffee while on a table.

Reading expands people’s knowledge

Meg Howton March 10, 2025

The smell of a newly bought book, the flip of a page, and the quiet rustle of paper. Each moment feels like an invitation to dive into a new world, where imagination soars, vocabulary grows, and empathy...

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