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Teacher Spotlight: June 2026
Teacher Spotlight: June 2026
Standout seniors profiled by broadcast class.
Senior Spotlight: Class of 2026 edition
NHP Science Research students at NYSSEF Andromeda. (Source by Mr. Denara)
NHP Science Research students showcase projects at competition
Music teacher Mr. McLeer directs NHP Chamber Singers during the winter concert.
Seniors end their last performance on a high note
Seniors Carmela Drossman-Schlossberg, Jisha Jinu, Allison Sanassi, Elizabeth George, Sarah Solomon and Rebekah Thomas pose for a picture representing their future colleges. (Source by Carmela Drossman-Schlossberg)
Class of 2026 future plans
MLB teams continue to lose star players as injuries are at a record-breaking high.
MLB Injuries Continue to Rise Across the League
The Knicks’ remarkable postseason run has reignited championship dreams throughout the city.
New York dreams of a championship as Knicks reach NBA finals
Senior Alex Grant poses for a photo, capturing a moment of becoming a record holder of the 100 and 200 meter dashes.
A sprint to history: Alex Grant breaks two school records
A sprint to history: Alex Grant breaks two school records
Students and teachers are looking forward to the 2026 World Cup as soccer’s biggest event comes closer to home than ever before.
Soccer’s largest international stage arrives closer to home with the 2026 FIFA World Cup
James Charles’ controversial response video raises concerns about influencer insensitivity and the one sided nature of influencer and audience relationships.
James Charles’s response to Spirit Airlines employee stirs controversy
After the massive hit of the first movie, the series continued with the newly released “The Devil Wears Prada 2” a decade later. The story follows the same protagonist, Andy Sachs, coming back to Runway magazine after some time exploring her own career path.
The new ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ brings fashion and fun for fans
“When I first heard the case I was shocked due to Burke’s global popularity as an artist and the serious allegations against him, making it one of the more widely followed criminal cases in recent memory,” science teacher Mr. Denara said.
D4Vd case update: evidence and autopsy report reveal details about singer’s role in murder case
The Tony Awards dazzle audiences across the globe.
Broadway’s biggest night and its lasting impacts
Michael Jackson biopic captivates viewers.
The life and times of Michael Jackson reappear in “MJ”
After ongoing labor disputes, the LIRR went on strike, suspending services and disrupting travel.
Off the rails: LIRR strike disrupts daily commutes
Upon his appointment six months ago, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken decisive action on key issues, gaining both criticism and support.
From platform to practice: An update on Mamdani six months into office
A recent outbreak of hantavirus infections has prompted concerns regarding public health and social media misinformation.
New emergence of Hantavirus raises public concern
Spirit Airlines, known for its low ticket prices, officially shut down after flying for three decades.
Spirit Airlines grounds its fleet after 34 years
As much as social media can be used as a political strategy and tool, it can also be employed as a weapon against opponents.
From feeds to ballots: Social media is running the show
The Chariot staff is hard at work at late-night!
Carmela’s Closing: Editor-in-Chief Goodbye
There has been growing concern amongst AI taking over labor.
On horses and desk jobs: How AI might shape the labor market
Seniors cheer at the Nassau County Finals as senior year comes into its final stretch, marking some of the last big moments before graduation.
Senior check-in: The Class of 2026 enters the final stretch
“Games like ‘Steal a Brainrot’ exploit kids’ minds by making it easier for them to spend Robux,” ninth grader Christine Ren said. “It’s less child‑friendly now than it was just a few years ago.”
When the game isn’t just a game anymore: Growing up on Roblox
Saying 6-7 has become a global phenomenon that has been recited by students of all ages.
What is 6-7, and how did it get this far?
Artists are so overrated anyway
NHP AI Use Drains More Than Just Grades
Disclaimer 2026
Disclaimer 2026
Sharioot College admits student into college after undergoing a series of intense physical examinations of the mind.
A test of mind and body: college admissions becomes the new olympics
Carmela is stressing about the Oxford comma, her sworn enemy.
Carmela vs. The Oxford Comma
Student being stopped at the entrance being asked to verify their identity using multiple forms of ID.
Locked out: NHP now requires three forms of identification to get in
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Teacher Spotlight: June 2026
Teacher Spotlight: June 2026
Chariot Staff • June 23, 2026

Students in Mr. Stencel's broadcast journalism class profiled four teachers to be highlighted in the "teacher spotlight." Art teacher...

Standout seniors profiled by broadcast class.
Senior Spotlight: Class of 2026 edition
Chariot Staff • June 23, 2026

Students in Mr. Stencel's broadcast journalism class chose six outstanding seniors on which to shine the "senior spotlight." Students...

NHP Science Research students at NYSSEF Andromeda. (Source by Mr. Denara)
NHP Science Research students showcase projects at competition
Yuwen Wang • June 10, 2026

This year, students in New Hyde Park Memorial’s Science Research program participated in a variety of prestigious science competitions,...

Features
After ongoing labor disputes, the LIRR went on strike, suspending services and disrupting travel.
Upon his appointment six months ago, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken decisive action on key issues, gaining both criticism and support.
A recent outbreak of hantavirus infections has prompted concerns regarding public health and social media misinformation.
Spirit Airlines, known for its low ticket prices, officially shut down after flying for three decades.
As much as social media can be used as a political strategy and tool, it can also be employed as a weapon against opponents.
As tensions between the United States and Iran sharpens, the future of world trade and politics becomes increasingly uncertain.
Entertainment
James Charles’ controversial response video raises concerns about influencer insensitivity and the one sided nature of influencer and audience relationships.
James Charles’s response to Spirit Airlines employee stirs controversy
Yashvi Gupta, Staff Writer • June 10, 2026

On May 2, 2026, Spirit Airlines stopped all operations and went out of business. The airline had been in business for 34 years and employed about...

After the massive hit of the first movie, the series continued with the newly released “The Devil Wears Prada 2” a decade later. The story follows the same protagonist, Andy Sachs, coming back to Runway magazine after some time exploring her own career path.
The new ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ brings fashion and fun for fans
June 10, 2026
“When I first heard the case I was shocked due to Burke’s global popularity as an artist and the serious allegations against him, making it one of the more widely followed criminal cases in recent memory,” science teacher Mr. Denara said.
D4Vd case update: evidence and autopsy report reveal details about singer’s role in murder case
June 10, 2026
The Tony Awards dazzle audiences across the globe.
Broadway’s biggest night and its lasting impacts
June 10, 2026
Michael Jackson biopic captivates viewers.
The life and times of Michael Jackson reappear in “MJ”
June 10, 2026
Editorial
The Chariot staff is hard at work at late-night!
Carmela’s Closing: Editor-in-Chief Goodbye
Carmela Drossman-Schlossberg, Editor-in-Chief • June 12, 2026

It’s been five years since I wrote my first Chariot article, and I can’t believe how quick it went! From writer to staff writer to editor...

There has been growing concern amongst AI taking over labor.
On horses and desk jobs: How AI might shape the labor market
Shohom Chakraborty, Features Editor • March 27, 2026

“I do not understand your concern,” Horse 1 says, presumably via telepathy or whichever language horses speak. “You should be happy about...

Sports
MLB teams continue to lose star players as injuries are at a record-breaking high.
MLB Injuries Continue to Rise Across the League
Aditya Nair, Staff Writer • June 10, 2026

2,585. That's how many player-days one MLB team, the Los Angeles Dodgers, lost to injuries in 2025 alone. As injuries continue to rise across...

The Knicks’ remarkable postseason run has reignited championship dreams throughout the city.
New York dreams of a championship as Knicks reach NBA finals
Benjamin Silver • June 10, 2026

As the regular season has ended, fans across the country and New Hyde Park are tuning into this year's NBA playoffs. After over a month of rigorous...