Will Simpson

In-Depth: Bernards High School Guide to AP Classes

Andrew Tropp and Will Simpson
June 2, 2026

BHS seniors to perform in their final musical: “The Wizard of Oz”

Will Simpson, Features Editor
March 5, 2026

BHS Crimson features Peer Leaders board

Will Simpson and Aletha Reynolds
February 12, 2026

Ask anybody that is involved with the peer leader program and they will tell you that joining the club was one of the best decisions they made during their tenure at BHS. The club not only shapes you into...

Meet January’s every day hero, Adaneli Tomas Lopez

Will Simpson, Features Editor
January 12, 2026

Not all heroes wear capes. You might not notice them, but they're sitting right in your class, on the sports team you coach, chilling at the lunch table you walk past during your rounds. Look hard...

The recipient of december’s every day hero award goes to Junior, Mengchen Zhang

Will Simpson, Features Editor
December 10, 2025

Not all heroes wear capes. You might not notice them, but they're sitting right in your class, on the sports team you coach, chilling at the lunch table you walk past during your rounds. Look hard enough,...

Winter season is set to begin with much anticipation

Aletha Reynolds and Will Simpson
December 1, 2025

The fall sports season is coming to an end, which means that winter sports are on the horizon. Boys Basketball: The boys ended last year 16 -11 with a first-round win over Hackettstown...

[Photo] Daniel Christie ’26 performs in his final fall play

Emily Lee-Korman, Staff Writer
November 24, 2025

Dan puts on a fantastic performance during the fall play.

When is it Appropriate to Celebrate Christmas: A Debate

Andrew Tropp, Ben Balian, Jack Martin, and Will Simpson
November 24, 2025

Today, Andrew Tropp, Ben Balian, Jack Martin, and Will Simpson debated when you can start to celebrate Christmas.

The recipient for November’s everyday hero award goes to Senior, Patryk Grabowy.

Will Simpson, Features Editor
November 13, 2025

Not all heroes wear capes. You might not notice them, but they're sitting right in your class, on the sports team you coach, chilling at the lunch table you walk past during your rounds. Look hard enough,...

Clash Royale experiences a huge resurgence at BHS

Will Simpson, Features Editor
October 31, 2025

Clash Royale is currently experiencing one of its highest player rates in history with approximately 56 million monthly users. However, upon its release in March of 2016, Clash Royale was not the game...

Macklin Dunnder set to take over sports photography for BHS

Will Simpson, Features Editor
September 27, 2025

For the past four years, Bernard's high school has been spoiled with the tremendous work of Ari Rosen. Following his graduation last spring, the student body was left with one question regarding sports...

Crimson Podcast Episode 2 ft. Field Hockey Captain Jessica Fu

Ben Balian and Will Simpson
September 22, 2025

Today, Ben Balian and Will Simpson interview the varsity field hockey captain, Jess Fu, about her experiences playing field hockey.

The Crimson investigates the Olcott Building

Ben Balian, Will Simpson, and Sean Carey
June 10, 2025

The Knicks improbable playoff run continues

Will Simpson, Features Editor
May 30, 2025

The New York Knicks are a storied franchise and the heart and soul of New York basketball. Although they rarely find success, Knick fans have stayed faithful, and their commitment is finally paying off....

Crimson staff acknowledges phenomenal senior editors

Will Simpson, Jack Martin, and Cara Falzarano
May 2, 2025

BHS Junior Lucian Spiteri is March’s everyday hero

Will Simpson, Features Editor
March 26, 2025

The March Everyday Hero is the McGuiver of this age. Well organized, pattern recognizing, and considerate, he identifies solutions to problems that most of his peers– and sometimes his teachers– didn’t...

Auto safety assembly teaches about safe driving

Will Simpson, Features Editor
March 6, 2025

On Tuesday, February 4th, the company ThinkFast Interactive hosted a presentation for the sophomore class in the PAC. The presentation was centered around creating a fun game show that focused on educating...

Kayli Kinney is your February everyday hero

Will Simpson, Features Editor
February 11, 2025

The February Everyday Hero is a selfless student who always considers others first. In the classroom, she is cognizant of how she can make positive contributions for the betterment of the whole class....

Block Blasts blasts into Bernards with a bang

Will Simpson, Features Editor
February 11, 2025

June 6th, 1984, the first-ever “block” oriented video game Tetris was released to the public. Tetris took the world by storm in the 80’s, putting up sales numbers that had never been seen by any...

Senior, Claire Taylor is January’s everyday hero

Will Simpson, Features Editor
January 17, 2025

Nominees for the monthly Everyday Hero Program are students who have a positive influence on the student body through exemplary qualities. Selected students inspire others, are responsible and respectable...

[Photo] Mystery drones swarm NJ skies

Tanner Pagel, Contributing Writer
January 8, 2025

Image of drones flying the night sky in NJ

Winter Sports Preview

Ari Rosen and Will Simpson
December 13, 2024

Introduction: Winter sports at BHS are set to begin on December 10th with boys swimming taking on Hunterdon central in their first meet. This meet marks the beginning of the 2024-2025 winter sports season. Boys...

BHS senior, Andee Costabile, is December’s everyday hero

Will Simpson, Features Editor
December 11, 2024

Andee Costabile is the embodiment of an Everyday Hero. As the captain of the BHS girls’ soccer team, she leads with both skill and commitment, setting an inspiring example for her teammates. But Andee's...

[Photo] NBA season begins with much anticipation

Rajan Gandhi, Opinions Editor
November 22, 2024

The NBA returns much to the excitement of many of its fans

Another successful boys soccer season comes to an end

Will Simpson, Features Editor
November 21, 2024

Boys soccer has historically been one of the most successful programs at Bernards High School. For the 2024 season, the Mountaineers hoped to continue the success the team has grown accustomed to....

[Photo] BHS Welcomes three new Teachers

Ashika Papishetty, Entertainment Editor
October 24, 2024

Crimson recognizes teachers leaving after the 2024-2025 school year

BHS senior, Lola Parente, is November’s everyday hero

Will Simpson, Features Editor
November 11, 2024

Lola Parente's kindness is evident in daily interactions. She always greets others with a warm smile, including classmates who might feel left out, and shows empathy towards those having a tough day. She...

MLB postseason begins with much excitement

Will Simpson, Features Editor
November 8, 2024

During this time of year, most people are looking forward to Halloween, and fall weather. As for baseball fans, they are excited for the up-and-coming World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the...

The shortage of language teachers affects the country

Will Simpson, Features Editor
October 29, 2024

Many states around the country including New Jersey, New York, California, and Florida have reported a shortage of language teachers over the last decade. According to ACTFL.org, six years ago, in 2018,...

Knicks make playoff push with OG Anunoby trade

Will Simpson, Features Editor
January 24, 2024

The 2023-2024 NBA season has without question been one of the most eventful seasons of the last decade. With teams like the Timberwolves and the Thunder becoming top three in the western conference standings,...

BHS Spirit Week inspires school spirit

Will Simpson, Features Editor
November 6, 2023

The first week of October brought Spirit Week to BHS. From October 2nd to October 6th BHS students and staff dressed in all sorts of attire ranging from cowboy hats to BHS spirit wear. On the first...

In Depth: Illicit substance control update

Colin Caggiano and Will Simpson
October 20, 2023

Over a year ago, The Crimson took a deep dive into the newly installed vape detectors in BHS bathrooms. A year later, protocol changes and statistics on these issues have changed, showing the importance...