The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper
The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper
The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper
Eva Smith

Eva Smith, Social Media Editor

Eva is a Sophomore at Highlands High School. This is her second year in journalism and her first year in publications. This year, she is one of the Social Media Editors. She hopes to be able to widen her skills in journalism in both photography and social media skills. Along with journalism, Eva also participates in theater all year and track in the late winter and spring. 

Content by Eva Smith
Cast and Crew List for Peter and the Starcatcher.

The cast and crew of “Peter and the Starcatcher” begins production

Alecia Cogsville and Eva Smith
September 3, 2025
Stella Taylor (10) and Natalie Abdon (10) listen to the new Deftones album.

[Photo] Deftones drops highly anticipated album Private Music

Natalie Abdon and Stella Taylor
August 26, 2025
The Smith Family displays a few of their Flying Pig medals, won throughout the years.

The Flying Pig Marathon Events Gear Up in Cincinnati this Weekend

Eva Smith, Social Media Editor
May 2, 2025
One of highlands many cappies previously awarded in 2019.

SpongeBob Musical ties for having most Cappies nominations of all time

Alecia Cogsville and Eva Smith
April 29, 2025
The class of 2025 sign. Photo given by Evelyn Hopping (12).

Seniors take next steps

Eva Smith and Harper Teismann
April 24, 2025
Natalie Abdon (9) and Stella Taylor (9) prepare to watch A Minecraft Movie.

[Photo] The Minecraft movie brings games to life

Natalie Abdon and Stella Taylor
April 17, 2025
Photo of senior banners.

Seniors look back on their high school theater experiences

Harper Teismann and Eva Smith
April 9, 2025
The entire cast perform the final number the the show “Bikini Bottom Day Reprise."

[Photo] “The SpongeBob Musical” is one of Highlands’ best productions

Harper Teismann
March 24, 2025
Ty Berry gives directions to her teammates as she runs down the court.

Girls varsity basketball takes a loss to Notre Dame

Eva Smith, Social Media Editor
March 7, 2025
Owen Ebert (11) prepares to shoot the ball up for a layup

Boys varsity basketball thrash Newport Central Catholic in districts round #1

Eva Smith, Social Media Editor
March 3, 2025
Vinny Listerman (11) shoots the ball up for a 3-point shot while an NCC player tries to block him

Boys’ varsity basketball team shoots for the stars

Eva Smith, Social Media Editor
February 28, 2025
Brennan Bucher (12) asks questions to the guest speakers Julie Kuhnhein and Ben Pendrey about their role in the Fort Thomas community and what got them there.

Guest speakers share personal stories during legacy hour

Alecia Cogsville, Eva Smith, and Maisy Wilson
February 18, 2025
Finn Bouldin (11) walks down the court to reset for the next play.

Boys varsity basketball faces off against the Camels at City BBQ Classic

Andrea Suarez Espinosa, Jenna Richey, Eva Smith, Bailee Class, and Zac Crawford
February 5, 2025
Aubrey Barret (12) fakes her defender to get an open layup.

Girls varsity face off against the Camels at City BBQ Classic

Andrea Suarez Espinosa, Zac Crawford, Eva Smith, Jenna Richey, and Bailee Class
February 5, 2025
Aaliyah Haretuku (9) starts her approach for high jump.

First two meets mark the beginning of track season

Eva Smith and Harper Teismman
February 3, 2025
Dominic Cantrerra sits up on the stage, about to give a speech about suicide prevention. Highlands High School students gather together to listen to the compelling story of Dominic and his experience with mental health.

Guest speakers emphasize student emotions

Eva Smith and Harper Teismann
December 17, 2024
Gabe Williams (10), running back, looks off field before the start of the play. He looks off the field to his coaches for instructions on the next play.

[Photo] Highlands Varsity football reaches the state final four

November 26, 2024
Noah Varland (11), Jake Hagerty (11), and Sophie Uhl (11), portray their characters as they pretend to loath Harry Potter, who is again congratulated for a task. The famous potter has just slayed the Basilisk snake in the depths of the school.

[Photo] “Puffs” brings magic to Highlands

Lilly Ahlfeld, Elina Kleina, and Miller Barrett
November 13, 2024
A QR Code to their Facebook Page

“Veterans and Friends Coffee Club” brings camaraderie for those who serve

Eva Smith and Harper Teismann
November 11, 2024
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