10 tips for stress management during COVID-19
Anna Lai, Design Editor
September 15, 2020
Disclaimer: These tips should not be used in place of professional mental health advice, but please feel free to use them as supplemental information. Taking care of your mental health is important, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic. You may feel more stressed than usual, especial...
Meet the new principal: Mr. Antonio Hall
Ariel Gill-Ehrenreich, Managing Editor
September 10, 2020
Due to Dr. Gregg Robertson’s retirement, the school is welcoming a new principal this year. Mr. Antonio Hall has 20 years of teaching experience, getting his Master of Arts Degree in Educational Supervision and Administration. He previously worked as an assistant principal at the school, and before that ...
Ten things you need to know about virtual learning
Julia Van Lare, Editor-in-chief
September 3, 2020
As school begins in this unusual year, it’s understandable to be confused by how grading, assessments and schedules will work virtually. Never fear--here are ten things you need to know about virtual learning. The schedule This will be the distance learning schedule every Tuesday through Fri...
Victims of Hurricane Katrina offer advice for dealing with COVID-19
Julia Van Lare, Editor-in-chief
August 15, 2020
The closures caused by COVID-19 have left many students, especially seniors, blindsided by their loss of special events. Students have lost their prom, in-person graduation, spring dance and spring sports. In many ways, this is an unprecedented time. However, students today are not the first to lose...
People turn to art
Ariel Gill-Ehrenreich, Managing Editor
July 3, 2020
When we think of who we should thank in times of hardship, the mind almost always immediately goes to first responders and people in the medical field. Of course, these people are the number one priority because of the skills they have been building all of their careers for a time like this, a world-wide...
Students reflect on government response to COVID-19
Karenna Keane, Social Media Editor
July 1, 2020
Over the past few months, many have become accustomed to hearing daily reports of new measures taken, or not taken, by the government in reaction to COVID-19. These reports lead to a mixture of reactions from groans, fear and even relief. “The federal government can’t provide a one-size-fits-all...
Gauging students’ emotions during the pandemic
Megan Goodell, Staff Reporter
June 29, 2020
In just a few days, the world changed when the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the United States and no one knows when this will end and what the future will look like. Naturally this has caused fear, anxiety, and stress for many people. “I think it’s especially concerning because we don’t...
Faculty and students honor seniors
Julia Van Lare, Editor-in-chief
June 28, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancelation of all in-person senior events this spring, including graduation, prom and senior experience. This loss has left many seniors disappointed and grieving. Despite the restrictions, however, students and faculty have both worked to create opportunities for...
COVID-19’s impact on rising seniors
Anna Lai, Staff Reporter
June 27, 2020
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been many questions surrounding the college application process and what is in store for juniors. Students have been learning online for more than a month now, and many have mixed opinions on the process. In general, students felt as if they had a good...
Interview with Redskins coach Ron Rivera
Carmen Bunker, Staff Reporter
June 12, 2020
In the second round of the 1984 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears, with the 44th pick, selected Ron Rivera, All-American linebacker from the University of California. The following year under Head Coach Mike Ditka, the 1985 Bears won a Super Bowl with what remains one of the all-time dominant defenses in...
Dealing with procrastination
Emma Stevens, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2020
Procrastination is very common in high school, for a number of reasons. While it’s something that people do and mention often, the causes and root of it aren’t often discussed. Furthermore, many people who struggle with procrastination have trouble finding a solution for it. The majority of students...
Julia Van Lare, Editor-in-chief
September 3, 2020 • 1 Comment
As school begins in this unusual year, it’s understandable to be confused by how grading, assessments and schedules will work virtually. Never fear--here are ten things...
Students reflect on government response to COVID-19
July 1, 2020
Faculty and students honor seniors
June 28, 2020
COVID-19’s impact on rising seniors
June 27, 2020
Ariel Gill-Ehrenreich, Managing Editor
September 10, 2020
Due to Dr. Gregg Robertson’s retirement, the school is welcoming a new principal this year. Mr. Antonio Hall has 20 years of teaching experience, getting his Master of Arts...
Victims of Hurricane Katrina offer advice for dealing with COVID-19
August 15, 2020
Gauging students’ emotions during the pandemic
June 29, 2020
Contrasting culture across countries
April 25, 2020