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Del Val's Project Graduation, a long standing tradition for seniors, will take place the night of the commencement ceremony on June 13. Interested seniors can sign up now.
Project Graduation sets sail on June 13
Del Val seniors drive out of the parking lot at the end of the school day. Current high school seniors were not obligated to complete the 50 practice hours in order to get their license. Anyone who receives their permit after Feb. 1 must follow the guidelines set by the new law.
New Jersey implements new requirement for permit drivers
English teacher Michael Fortino plays Block Blast during his prep period.
Del Val faces Block Blast fever
The Greek Acropolis which is home to Athena Parathions (photo via Wikimedia Commons).
Del Val goes to Greece in 2026
The U.S. has recently discussed plans towards peace between Ukraine and Russia.
US, Ukraine, Russia discuss cease-fire deals
Students and advisors gained insightful information and learned more about future opportunities. They gained real-world knowledge in the field of media and met other students with similar interests at the Hunterdon County Student Media Convention.
Hunterdon County Student Media Convention celebrates Student Press Freedom Day
Some of the student-made artworks featured at the District Arts Festival in the Commons.
Students display their talents at Del Val’s District Arts Festival
Changing Perspectives has earned the highest award available to high school literary magazines from Columbia University.
Del Val’s Lit Mag wins Gold Crown Award from Columbia University
C.J. Inglin posing with his students after winning Teacher of the Year. Inglin has been teaching at his alma matter for 12 years, and this is his first time receiving this award.
Biology teacher C.J. Inglin named 2024-25 Teacher of the Year
Del Val wrestler, Lydia Bagley, wrestling against Warren Hills in the first girls home match at Del Val. Bagley, a freshman, and 1 of 2 female participants, wrestled in Atlantic City, and placed 7.
Six Del Val wrestlers attend the Atlantic City wrestling tournament
Del Val junior Abigail Drake earns first place for her play. (Photo via New Jersey Stage)
Abigail Drake wins 2025 Young Playwrights Competition
Del Val wrestling coach Andy Fitz with his plaque for winning the 2024-25 state Coach of the Year. (Photo via Del Val Wrestling on Facebook)
Del Val wrestling coach Andy Fitz wins Coach of the Year
Some of the student-made artworks featured at the District Arts Festival in the Commons.
Students display their talents at Del Val’s District Arts Festival
The album cover of "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead." The deluxe addition of this album includes six new tracks, which combine well with the original album. (Photo via Spotify)
Ariana Grande holds space for ‘eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead’
'The Bends' marked a turning point in Radiohead's career, allowing them to discover their sound and become an established band. (Photo via Spotify)
‘The Bends’ at 30: Shaping Radiohead’s legacy
Anthony Mackie's Captain America is stuck between his character's previous identity as The Falcon and his new role (Photo via Marvel Studios).
Does Sam Wilson fill the shoes of Steve Rogers in ‘Captain America: Brave New World?’
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Albeit a little generic and slow at times, “The Sky, The Earth & All Between” is an album worth listening to. (Photo via Epitaph Records)
Architects takes a step forward in new album ‘The Sky, The Earth & All Between’
The album cover of "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead." The deluxe addition of this album includes six new tracks, which combine well with the original album. (Photo via Spotify)
Ariana Grande holds space for ‘eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead’
'The Bends' marked a turning point in Radiohead's career, allowing them to discover their sound and become an established band. (Photo via Spotify)
‘The Bends’ at 30: Shaping Radiohead’s legacy
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Albeit a little generic and slow at times, “The Sky, The Earth & All Between” is an album worth listening to. (Photo via Epitaph Records)
Architects takes a step forward in new album ‘The Sky, The Earth & All Between’
The Weeknd ends the era of his stage name through his latest album "Hurry Up Tomorrow," released on Jan. 31. The album features a more personal side of the artist and what he foresees in this new chapter. (Photo via Spotify)
‘Hurry Up Tomorrow:’ The Weeknd’s final album
The album cover art for Zach Bryan’s two new songs “This Worlds a Giant” and “Highroad.” Zach Bryan is known for his lively energy and acoustics. (Photo via Spotify)
Zach Bryan surprises fans with two new songs
Some of the student-made artworks featured at the District Arts Festival in the Commons.
Students display their talents at Del Val’s District Arts Festival
The flyer for “Big Fish,” premiering to the general public on March 7 in Del Val’s auditorium (Photo via Del Val’s Theater Program).
Del Val’s production of ‘Big Fish’ to make waves
Del Val's Golden Blues jazz band has been working hard to prepare for their new season.
Jazzed to play: Golden Blues in full swing
Vox Blue gathered for the SingStrong competition at Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (photo via Adrian Camano).
Vox Blue competes in New York
The cast of "Little Women" took the audience on a journey through this classic period piece.
Little Women hits the stage
The cast of Little Women working on scenes ahead of opening night on Nov. 14.
Fall play cast, student directors prepare ahead of opening night
The album cover of "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead." The deluxe addition of this album includes six new tracks, which combine well with the original album. (Photo via Spotify)
Ariana Grande holds space for ‘eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead’
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Lady Gaga creates chaos amongst fans with new album ‘Mayhem’
Albeit a little generic and slow at times, “The Sky, The Earth & All Between” is an album worth listening to. (Photo via Epitaph Records)
Architects takes a step forward in new album ‘The Sky, The Earth & All Between’
The Weeknd ends the era of his stage name through his latest album "Hurry Up Tomorrow," released on Jan. 31. The album features a more personal side of the artist and what he foresees in this new chapter. (Photo via Spotify)
‘Hurry Up Tomorrow:’ The Weeknd’s final album
The album cover art for Zach Bryan’s two new songs “This Worlds a Giant” and “Highroad.” Zach Bryan is known for his lively energy and acoustics. (Photo via Spotify)
Zach Bryan surprises fans with two new songs
The album cover of Charli XCX’s newest album, “BRAT,” a cultural phenomenon in 2024. (Photo via Spotify).
Charli XCX and the impact of BRAT
Angry Del Val students getting ready to protest the bathroom closures and restrictions.
HUMOR: Del Val boys burn down B-Hall bathroom in protest
Students at Del Val enjoying some of Duff’s delicious cookies
HUMOR: The secret behind the school cookies
Del Val has expanded its education to another planet.
HUMOR: Federal grant allows new Del Val campus on Mars
Due to safety concerns, the NJSIAA has replaces bats in softball and baseball with pool noodles beginning in the 2025 season.
HUMOR: Del Val baseball and softball replace bats with pool noodles for safety
Del Val teacher replica of Michael Fortino, teaching students how to write essays.
HUMOR: Teacher replaced by AI Robot
Never trust the Furbys…
HUMOR: Journalism teacher’s alarming Furby trauma
Top five picks in the NFL draft
Top five picks in the NFL draft
The Eagles have defeated the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
The Eagles win Super Bowl LIX
Saquon Barkley lines up next to Jalen Hurts against the falcons on a Monday night football game at Lincoln Financial field in Philadelphia
Saquon Barkley falls short of the single-season rushing record
Super Bowl LIX Preview
Super Bowl LIX Preview
The Del Val JV football team was united from start to finish, ending the year with an undefeated record.
Delaware Valley JV football finishes undefeated
Senior Abbey Bivona led the team throughout the season, breaking several records along the way.
Del Val volleyball adds to legacy
Del Val wrestler, Lydia Bagley, wrestling against Warren Hills in the first girls home match at Del Val. Bagley, a freshman, and 1 of 2 female participants, wrestled in Atlantic City, and placed 7.
Six Del Val wrestlers attend the Atlantic City wrestling tournament
The Girls Wrestling team photo after their first home match.
Del Val Girls Wrestling finish impressive season
A volleyball bag sits in Memorial Hall hoping to add to its 14 clips. The clipping trend has been making waves in the volleyball community. “I think people are so drawn to the trend because it’s fun to make the clips, it’s fun to clip and it’s fun to get clipped,” Abbie Simpson, a volleyball player of 13 years, said.
Get clipped! Clothespins foster connection in club volleyball
Eric Klemmer, Del Val's most recent player to reach 1,000 points, celebrating with his teammates and coaches.
Senior Eric Klemmer hits basketball career milestone
Del Val Terriers warm up before the match.
Wrestling State Semi-Finals
Wresting Sectional Finals
Wresting Sectional Finals
View of Yankee stadium. Home of one of the most valuable franchises of all time. And home to one of the highest paid MLB players Aaron Judge.
Are MLB players overpaid?
Just finishing up their junior season, these four captains are preparing for an even better senior season.
Girls lacrosse captains wrap up 2024 season
Delaware Valley celebrates a remarkable senior night with an excellent send off.
Slideshow: scenes from boys lacrosse senior night
Senior boys join reporter Benjamin Boschen after a big win on Senior Night (Photo via Billy Gregson).
Del Val Baseball hits it out of park on Senior Night
Clayton Kershaw will rebound from his playoff struggles and lead Dodgers to World Series title, predicts writer Joe Flynn.
World Series preview
The newest model of the 1980s Cold War is back in business in the 21st century.
The Cold War in 2025
In Newark N.J., 16 and 17-year-olds are now able to vote in school board elections. They are one of the largest cities to do so, after Takoma Park, M.A. in 2013.
Should 16 and 17 year olds be allowed to vote? In Newark, they can
As prom approaches, students have begun shopping for there dress and want to make sure they don’t get the same one.
Same prom dress? No problem
We tested out the most popular chocolate chip cookie recipe on the internet.
Bake It Or Leave It: chocolate chip cookies
Photo by Quarrie Photography via World Health Organization
How can we slow down climate change in a warming world?
The PRESS Act, a bill to protect journalist's sources from being compelled, was passed unanimously through the House of Representatives. However, it never made it onto the Senate floor because of one Senator and a then former president.
Do we still care about free speech? Because the Senate doesn’t
Changing Perspectives has earned the highest award available to high school literary magazines from Columbia University.
Del Val’s Lit Mag wins Gold Crown Award from Columbia University
C.J. Inglin posing with his students after winning Teacher of the Year. Inglin has been teaching at his alma matter for 12 years, and this is his first time receiving this award.
Biology teacher C.J. Inglin named 2024-25 Teacher of the Year
Del Val junior Abigail Drake earns first place for her play. (Photo via New Jersey Stage)
Abigail Drake wins 2025 Young Playwrights Competition
Del Val wrestling coach Andy Fitz with his plaque for winning the 2024-25 state Coach of the Year. (Photo via Del Val Wrestling on Facebook)
Del Val wrestling coach Andy Fitz wins Coach of the Year
Pitzner, Dickinson and Bivona have been all smiles throughout the entirety of "Big Fish's" production
Three future terriers ‘cast’ in Big Fish
Hintenach playing against Bridgewater-Raritan's girls' basketball team (Photo via Ann Harvey).
Freshman Rylee Hintenach ends first varsity basketball season
The Hunterdon County Student Media Convention hosted 15 guest speakers and over 70 students from four different New Jersey high schools.
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The Oracle: episode four
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The Oracle: episode three
Book Yappers celebrates the holidays with a classic Dr. Seuss story from their childhoods.
Book Yappers: ‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas’
Ella, Ellie and Juliana are back with season 2 of "Book Yappers." This year, they kick off with the modern YA classic, "Twilight."
Book Yappers: ‘Twilight’
Abby Eckert and Taylor Negrin explore the significant influence teachers have on their students. In more challenging classes, having a supportive and inspiring teacher is essential. Students often rely on their teachers for motivation and guidance to succeed.
Where Does It STEM? episode five
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Austyn Hackmann

Austyn Hackmann, Assistant News Editor

Austyn Hackmann, the assistant news editor, is a freshman at Del Val, and this is her first year working on The Delphi. While she mainly enjoys writing news articles, typically political ones, she also enjoys writing features or opinionated pieces too.

All content by Austyn Hackmann
The newest model of the 1980s Cold War is back in business in the 21st century.

The Cold War in 2025

Austyn Hackmann, Assistant News Editor
April 12, 2025
Never trust the Furbys…

HUMOR: Journalism teacher’s alarming Furby trauma

Austyn Hackmann, Assistant News Editor
April 1, 2025
The U.S. has recently discussed plans towards peace between Ukraine and Russia.

US, Ukraine, Russia discuss cease-fire deals

Alyssa Deets and Austyn Hackmann
March 22, 2025
We tested out the most popular chocolate chip cookie recipe on the internet.

Bake It Or Leave It: chocolate chip cookies

Alyssa Deets, Claire Hitchcock, and Austyn Hackmann
February 28, 2025
Photo by Quarrie Photography via World Health Organization

How can we slow down climate change in a warming world?

Levi Buczkowski and Austyn Hackmann
February 12, 2025
Presidential pardons in the U.S.

Presidential pardons in the U.S.

Ella Genovese and Austyn Hackmann
January 17, 2025
This election will decide the 47th president of the United States.

A closer look at the 2024 presidential election

Gianna Roberts and Austyn Hackmann
November 4, 2024
For the 2024-2025 school year, students will be using a new program, Delta Math.

New math program, Delta Math, introduced to students

Alyssa Deets and Austyn Hackmann
November 2, 2024
The poster advertising Del Val's 2024 homecoming with the theme "Neon Light." (Poster via Student Council)

Homecoming 2024 lights up the weekend

Alyssa Deets, Ella Genovese, Austyn Hackmann, Norbert Hirst, Illy Mavraj, Gihon Warren, and Gianna Roberts
September 26, 2024
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