On Tuesday, June 21, Virginia will hold its Democratic Party primary election. In Arlington, this means a choice between a long-time representative of Virginia’s eighth congressional district, Don Beyer,...
A new club to fundraise and raise awareness of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) was started by three students here at the school
When you get a cold, most of the time you pop a few ibuprofen,...
Most of the time, popular superhero and fiction movies are inspired by literature, specifically the comic books that created those characters. However, the movies and TV shows do not always stay true to...
Diets, going to the gym, learning a new language, and traveling are all common resolutions that the new year brings. The phrase “new year, new me” is one many have been aware of for most of their lives....
With more than 50 active members and regular participation in Virginia High School League (VHSL) sanctioned tournaments, the school's E-Sports Club has had a solid record of success. Despite this, there...
Ballet is freeing, almost like you’re flying, according to Gabriella. She wouldn’t want to do any other sport. Sports that many people do not know about are called niche sports. Niche sports can be...
From seasonal drinks and flavorful coffee, to delicious snacks, Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts have it covered. Students are often looking for a comfortable place where they can get their work done while...
October’s presence and the leaves turning brown signifies the end of the first month of school. Coming out of lock down, yet still in a pandemic, students are re-adjusting from social life from behind...
With a devotion to helping children in impoverished situations and having a strong sense of leadership, senior Carla Becerra is influencing the members of UNICEF (United Nations International Children’s...
On October 6, the school was placed under a lockdown just before 8 a.m., due to an anonymous caller falsely claiming there to be an active shooter in the building. Similarly, on February 10, Yorktown was...
Basketball was invented by James Naismith on December 1, 1891, at the International Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Training School in Springfield, Massachusetts, where Naismith was an instructor...
The swimming unit is a two to three week unit in PE that happens in both ninth and tenth grade. Students spend those weeks learning to swim, tread water and other important life saving skills, including...
