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The student news site of Colonia High School

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Katherine Albuquerque

Katherine Albuquerque, Editor

Katherine Albuquerque is a senior at Colonia High School and a second year journalism student. People know her by her nickname, Katie. She’s a member of the Black Student Union and Multicultural club. Moreover, she enjoys volunteering as much as possible, since she loves giving back to the community. During her free time, you can find her listening to music, staying active, hanging out with friends, and wondering where she’s going to travel to next. She hopes to have a career that allows her to go all over the world and discover new cultures. Albuquerque is enthusiastic about being an editor for The Declaration. 

All content by Katherine Albuquerque
Environmentalist normally try to galvanize as many supporters as possible to work against climate change. 

Galvanize

December 3, 2021
The girl had a lot of friends, however, most of them acted in smarmy ways.

Smarmy

December 2, 2021
Derricks can be found in oil fields all over the world.

Derrick

December 1, 2021
Normally people who are wealthy are hoity-toity towards those in lower social classes.

Hoity-toity

November 30, 2021
The girls penmanship obfuscated the content of her essay. 

Obfuscate

November 29, 2021
Some children feign to be sick in order not to go to school.

Feign

November 24, 2021
In New Brunswick, Rutgers University is an enclave for all of its students. 

Enclave

November 23, 2021
During New Years Eve, people around the world roister with their friends and family. 

Roister

November 22, 2021
Dictators around the world normally establish draconian laws in their countries. 

Draconian

November 19, 2021
At one point in time, there was no amity between France and England.

Amity

November 18, 2021
The girl negotiated with her parents so her curfew would be 10 p.m. on Friday.

Negotiate

November 17, 2021
Gas prices are going up! Unfortunately, they have been increasing more and more. Its certainly an inconvenience for this holiday season.

Gas prices on the rise are hurting working students

November 16, 2021
The mans facetious attitude got him removed from the conference. 

Factious

November 16, 2021
NASAs scientists found two wormholes yesterday close to Earth.

Wormhole

November 15, 2021
The professor edified her students before the exam by giving them a short lecture. 

Edify

November 12, 2021
A bevy of celebrities attended the Met Gala last year. 

Bevy

November 10, 2021
The landscapers truncated the branches of the tree. 

Truncate

November 9, 2021
Demagogues are usually not respected by people around the world. 

Demagogue

November 8, 2021
The mysterious history behind this village is strange. From never being able to stay fully occupied, to spirits haunting the area, Feltville is truly a New Jersey fascination.

The chilling tales of Feltville and its enchanted forest

October 29, 2021
People should never procrastinate when it comes to their savings because one day theyll need it for retirement. 

Procrastinate

October 29, 2021
The valedictorian gave an eloquent speech at graduation. 

Eloquent

October 28, 2021
My grandparents love to pour old fashion treacle on their pancakes. 

Treacle

October 27, 2021
My mom hectored me about my messy room.

Hector

October 25, 2021
The devotion shown by those in the military to protect and serve our country is laudable.

Devotion

October 22, 2021
The students untoward behavior in class led to a suspension from school.

Untoward

October 21, 2021
Contractors must batten wooden beams with metal straps.

Batten

October 20, 2021
The nomenclature given to those who are crossing the street is pedestrians. 

Nomenclature

October 19, 2021
The fashion industry has been creating more clothing lines geared towards zaftig women.

Zaftig

October 18, 2021
Social media and technology is all around us. This generation of kids and teens have been exposed to more things on the internet than any other generation.

Teens should cherish their youth, social media says otherwise

October 15, 2021
My grandmother embellished my sweater with roses and butterflies. 

Embellish

October 15, 2021
Members of the cabal were found and arrested for their devious plans to egg the school.

Cabal

October 14, 2021
As I walked into school wearing bell bottom jeans, everyone gave me odious stares.

Odious

October 13, 2021
Yesterday my boss extricated me from  an early morning conference that was suppose to last 3 hours.

Extricate

October 12, 2021
The restaurateur decided to remodel her restaurant.

Restaurateur

October 11, 2021
The students showed a cavalier attitude toward the information video about smoking.

Cavalier

October 7, 2021
Every night, parents around the world loll their babies to sleep.

Loll

October 6, 2021
The couple was intransigent, so the therapist couldnt help them.

Intransigent

October 5, 2021
The game show contestants proved their mettle by winning the game. 

Mettle

October 4, 2021
The lost car left vestiges on the road.

Vestige

October 1, 2021
Although it may appear that Sam and I have a filial connection, we’re actually not related.

Filial

September 30, 2021
The musician has a zest for touring and performing.

Zest

September 29, 2021
The remodeling contractor was able to parlay the last home purchased into a mansion.

Parlay

September 28, 2021
The school district declined the misbegotten article for the newspaper.

Misbegotten

September 27, 2021
This pandemic as changed the way we live our lives. A new normal has developed, and it can ultimately change the way classrooms will operate in the 2021-2022 school year.

“New normal” and its impact on the 2021-2022 school year

June 15, 2021
Jet-skiing can be a fun activity to do during the summer. It can be done in lakes, waterways, rivers, and the ocean, however in order to operate one you need a permit

To jet ski or not to jet ski? That’s the question.

May 14, 2021
Fans all over the world felt betrayed by their favorite clubs due to the Super League. Many saw the creation of the ESL as a money making opportunity rather than for the enjoyment of fans.

New European Super League and its controversy

May 3, 2021

Colonia High’s Black Student Union hopes to bring about change

April 8, 2021
Raya and the Last Dragon uses beautiful animation to show the importance of trust. Raya has also become the first South Asian princess in Disney history.

Raya and the Last Dragon shows the world’s need for trust

March 24, 2021
The girls on the Winter Track & Field team have pushed through all the struggles theyve faced this season. With their determined attitude, they have been excelling in their meets.

Winter track fights back the weather

March 19, 2021
The stunning imagery in Soul can put any viewer in a trance. The beautiful interpretations of the universe and Earth truly redefine what life is all about.

Does Pixar’s “Soul” actually touch the soul?

March 5, 2021
Roses are one of the most common gifts to receive on Valentines Day. Normally, red roses are the typical gift, however pink and white roses are also given.

Valentine’s Day mysteries- where did its traditions come from?

February 13, 2021
In major cities across the United States, thousands of people are living on the streets. California has the most homeless people in the entire country.

Homelessness in America is becoming too much of a reality

February 1, 2021
From cloud cake to whipped coffee, 2020 was a year full of food! The app TikTok is what sparked these food obsessions.

Top 5 Food Trends of 2020

January 20, 2021
Author Nicola Yoon made her literary debut with her 2015 young adult novel, Everything, Everything. The New York Times Best Seller novel eventually got a movie adaptation in 2017.

Is the novel “Everything, Everything” really everything?

January 11, 2021
This sweet section of the show features dozens of trees wrapped in red, white, blue, green, and purple lights. Birds, elves, and Santas can all be seen throughout.

Lights! Camera! Drive Thru!

December 18, 2020
Turntables are making a huge comeback in todays day and age. The Victrola is one of the most popular turntable brands on the market.

Victrola vs. Audio Technica: The Turntables of Today

December 18, 2020
At the end of July, Whispering Knolls Assisted living facility in Edison began allowing visitors to see elderly patients. Celebrating her 96th birthday, Helen Simkovich of Port Reading, New Jersey finally gets to meet her great grandsons, Joseph and William Allen who were born in May. Parents Russell and Danielle Allen are required to stand at least six feet away from their loved one in this nontraditional birthday celebration.

From one country to the next, COVID 19 is affecting the elderly everywhere

November 25, 2020
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January 12, 2021
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