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Mark your calendars for the best Holiday event of the year. Graphic provided by Hingham Holiday Fair website.
Shop at Hingham High’s Holiday Fair this Weekend
(Above) The U.S. Capitol is the home to the legislative branch of the United States government, where both houses of congress, the House of Representatives, and Senate meet to determine the nation's laws. After the elections, the capitol is now home to both houses of congress which have a Republican majority.
The Key Races that Decided the House Majority
HHS Band musicians, conducted by Mr. Cincotta, performing “American Heritage”
Hingham Residents Honor our Veterans
Turkey leading almost 1,900 runners at beginning of 2023 Turkey Trot Race
Annual Hingham Turkey Trot is Coming Up!
Massachusetts voters casting their votes at ballots in 2022.
Election Day Offers an Important Tradition, a Civic Duty, and a Break for Students
This year at HHS, more and more teachers have implemented a phone ban with phone pockets in the classroom like those pictured here.
Phone Bans at HHS: A Necessary Evil?
The switch to online testing. The new app used to take the ACT and SAT.
Standardized Testing: How Juniors are Feeling
There are many Yom Kippur flyers found throughout the school which are created by the Jewish Student Union.
Yom Kippur: A Time to Reflect, Connect, and Renew
Photo of Hingham High School Close Lot Parking Lot on Saturday, October 26.
Student Perspectives Regarding the HHS Parking Situation
The demolition of Hingham’s old concession stand as it prepares to become to foundation for “The Dock Project”
Student Excitement Surrounds The Dock Project
The Hingham boys’ team crowds at the center of the pitch after their 2-0 win against Minnechaug, propelling them to the Final 4.
Final 4 Frenzy: An Inside View of the Soccer and Field Hockey Playoff Runs
Austin Gentle getting ready to snap the football.
Crimson Earning their Elite Status So Far this Season
The Boston Celtics celebrate their 18th championship and hang the banner prior to the opening game against the Knicks.
Tatum Leads Celtics to a Hot Start this Season
Captain, Ryan Hallisy, takes an amazing hit after Malden Catholic hits it out
Hingham Girls Field Hockey Strikes Again
The Hingham Boys gathered in their pregame huddle before the kickoff against Nashoba.
Boys Soccer Hits the Ground Running in the MIAA Playoffs
(Above) The 1975 Saturday Night Live cast, as portrayed in ‘Saturday Night’ (Photo Credit: Hopper Stone)
Comedy is Brilliant Chaos in ‘Saturday Night’!
Album cover of the album “Chromakopia” by Tyler the Creator
“Chromakopia” by Tyler the Creator: A Track-by-Track Breakdown
HHS band students, conducted by Mr. Cincotta playing the national anthem in the HHS stands at the recent neon Hingham vs. Plymouth North home game on Oct 4, 2024.
The Return and Significance of Hingham High’s Pep Band
Photo by Hunter Abrams depicting Ralph Lauren Runway walk during New York Fashion Week
From New York City Runways to Hingham High School Hallways: New York Fashion Week September 2024
Mr. Cincotta teaching Hingham students taken by Hank Ader
Hingham Bands: Building a Culture
The most popular music streaming service in the world, Spotify. (Veronica Webb)
Is Spotify Ruining How We Listen To Music?
A clock being turned forward on the first Daylight Savings Time in 1918 by Senator Charles Higgins. (George W. Harris).
The Origin of Daylight Savings Time
This year at HHS, more and more teachers have implemented a phone ban with phone pockets in the classroom like those pictured here.
Phone Bans at HHS: A Necessary Evil?
A look at the front of Town Hall, the building that houses the Recreation Department, where many freshmen have already completed their service requirements.
The New Community Service Requirement for Freshmen
Being outdoors and exercising can boost mood and energy
The Mental Benefits of Exercise
HHS band students, conducted by Mr. Cincotta playing the national anthem in the HHS stands at the recent neon Hingham vs. Plymouth North home game on Oct 4, 2024.
The Return and Significance of Hingham High’s Pep Band
Photo of fans honoring Welles Crowther during the first half of the Boston College game.
The Boston College “For Welles” Red Bandanna Game
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Anna Post

Anna Post, Junior Editor

Anna Post is a junior at Hingham High School and has been writing for the Harborlight since last year. In addition to writing for the Harborlight, she also is a member of the SADD club and the mentor program. She plays club basketball year-round and in the winter for the varsity team at HHS. In her free time, she likes to read, watch movies, and hang out with her friends.

All content by Anna Post
This year at HHS, more and more teachers have implemented a phone ban with phone pockets in the classroom like those pictured here.

Phone Bans at HHS: A Necessary Evil?

Anna Post, Junior Editor
November 9, 2024
Katie Roberts, the former assistant superintendent, has been appointed the new interim superintendent for the Hingham Public School district.

Meet the New HPS Interim Superintendent: Katie Roberts

Anna Post, Junior Editor
September 22, 2024
Photo credits: Ryan Craggs

Top Five Activities to Stay Involved this Summer

Anna Post, Staff Writer
June 3, 2024
Photo Credits: Anna Post, poster by HHS Drama Club Last Friday and Saturday, the HHS drama club performed their rendition of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.”

HHS Presents: Much Ado About Nothing

Anna Post, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
Last Monday HHS sophomores began the English Language Arts MCAS exam, a start to the many MCAS testing sessions at HHS. Photo Credit: https://hhsgrade10mcas20.weebly.com/

MCAS Testing – A Controversial Topic at HHS

Anna Post, Staff Writer
April 7, 2024
Freshman Callie Crean wins the face-off in Wednesday night's game against Malden Catholic.

[Photo] Harborwomen Hockey Season Ends in Elite Eight

March 13, 2024
MANSI has impacted over 791,229 individuals in saving and educating young women about maternal care and reproductive health in India.

Make an Impact with MANSI

Anna Post, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
(Photo Credits Tracy Winter) HHS students enjoyed their late start to the school day Monday thanks to the 2-hour delay.

Top 5 Snowstorm Comfort Dishes at HHS

Anna Post, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024
The cast of Hingham High School’s Little Shop of Horrors takes their final bow after their closing performance on the night of Saturday, December 2. By: Anna Post

Hingham High School Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

Anna Post, Staff Writer
December 3, 2023
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/survey-most-teens-lacked-sleep-struggled-schoolwork-2021-during-covid Factors like excessive homework, extracurriculars, sports, and screen time are detrimental to the amount of sleep HHS students get.

Majority of HHS Students Don’t Get Enough Sleep

Anna Post, Staff Writer
November 12, 2023
AI and ChatGPT continue to threaten organic learning in schools, increasing the temptation to cheat and plagiarism among students. https://educationcopilot.com/ai-in-education/

AI in Schools: a Hero or a Villain?

Anna Post, Staff Writer
October 10, 2023
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