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“Feed” Author M.T. Anderson gives presentation on summer reading book

Molly Manley, Editor-in-Chief | November 16, 2017

On Nov. 15, author of summer reading book "Feed" M. T. Anderson visited RMHS to speak to students in English classes about his book and answer any questions they may have. The school’s relationship with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library made the author visit possible. Anderson is an award-winning author, a recipient of the National Book Award in 2006 for Burger Wuss and a finalist in 2002...

School hosts voter registration day

Jimena Zavala, Staff Writer | October 4, 2017

High school students have a lot more to give to our society than they are given credit for. As the new generation, we can begin making changes by planning ahead and becoming more informed and involved in voting. On September 26, all District 214 schools will hold a voter registration drive for juniors and seniors that are turning 18 by November 6, 2018. Denise Chapman, along with several other tea...

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Chess team works towards State

Sachit Patel, Staff Writer
April 27, 2018

 Although the RMHS team has gone to State in the past, this is the first year that they needed to qualify for state. They did so by performing well at sectionals. The season started at the beginning of the year and ended in February.  Despite busy schedules with other activities, most team members gathered on Thursdays in C232 after school.           At meetings, the players will often practice amongst themselves and Neil Mott, coach of the Chess Team will observe them. Mott s...

Professional artist inspires with new art forms

Riya Shah, Staff Writer
April 29, 2017

As soon as his pen hits paper, professional artist Eric Garcia’s mind is buzzing with new ideas for his next piece of art. Incorporating an unconventional style in his work, he tells stories about social and political issues in the world through his art. “[I want to] bring light to histories that have been forgotten or purposely erased,” Garcia said. “[I try] pointing out hypocrisy wherever it may be.” Garcia specializes in hand-printed posters, political cartoons and large sca...

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The Pacer previews upcoming girls basketball season
Ramblers thrive to final four

Sammi France, Staff Writer
May 1, 2018

The Loyola Ramblers were never expected to make it past the first round of the NCAA March Madness Tournament. But, some people had faith in the Ramblers. According to NCAA, only 1,584 brackets had Loyola winning The 2018 National Championship. “I had faith in my city,” Rolling Meadows Freshman Olivia De Luca said as she explains why she picked Loyola to win the NCAA tournament. “I saw how they im...

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Though funny, “Hail, Caesar” overstuffed, unfocused
“Exit West” Book Review

Kassie Lemancik, Staff Writer
April 27, 2018

“Exit West” by Mohsin Hamid is a young adult novel following Saeed and Nadia and their riveting story of travel to and through London while observing their relationship fall together. The first chapters include detailed descriptions of each character and their background. Saeed lives with his parents while Nadia lives in an apartment alone. Her rebellious attitude and opposing religious bel...

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The online edition of the award-winning student newspaper at Rolling Meadows High School
The online edition of the award-winning student newspaper at Rolling Meadows High School