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Die Hard: Christmas movie or Not?

Die Hard: Christmas movie or Not?

Brice Hardt, Sports Editor December 15, 2023

Is “Die Hard" a Christmas movie? “Die Hard,” a film released in 1988 directed by John Moore, has intense controversy around the idea that it is a Christmas Movie. Many believe that “Die Hard”...

F1 in the US

F1 in the US

Chandani Rathod, Staff Reporter December 15, 2023

The interest in Formula 1 (F1) in the United States (US)  has grown significantly in the past couple of years. In 2018, around 500,000 Americans tuned in to watch these races. Fast forward to 2022, the...

New Flavors in Town

New Flavors in Town

Amelia Keng, Website Editor December 15, 2023

This past year, Arlington has welcomed many new restaurants into the area. There are many different varieties of restaurants from pizza to chicken. Here is a list of some of the new restaurants that just...

Affirmative Action Axed: What Happens Next?

Affirmative Action Axed: What Happens Next?

Sid Harsidak, Design Editor December 15, 2023

Over the summer, the Supreme Court dealt a significant blow to affirmative action programs at colleges and universities across the United States. In a 6-3 decision in the case of Students for Fair Admissions...

Clear the Kitchen

Clear the Kitchen

Jane McDonald, Managing Editor December 11, 2023

In my house growing up, there would constantly be baking - the scents of brown sugar and butter mixing in the air, making memories with my family, and most of all, enjoying the treats my mom made me. As...

The volleyball team had a good record this season. They stand together during the national anthem before a game.

Generals Volleyball Set Up to Win

Rachel Lenz, Staff Reporter December 11, 2023

As the 2023 Washington-Liberty conference volleyball season ends, the varsity team prepares to enter the Liberty district tournament in the postseason. Overall, the team had a good season with  10 wins...

CASEL defines SEL as “the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.”

Behind the Scenes of SEL

Arianna Hellman, Photo Editor December 11, 2023

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the most contentious of the new changes at the school this year, having generated significant student pushback. Many students and teachers alike are incredibly frustrated...

Here are the four freshman class officers. In order from left to right: Enzo Pasquini, secretary; Ben Clendenning, vice president; Ines Bonzano, president; and Dylan Walsh, treasurer.

Following the Freshman Officials

Chetan Le, Staff Reporter December 11, 2023

Integrating freshmen into high school life is an important part of having a successful and safe school environment, as being comfortable in their environment may benefit them in an academic setting. The...

The new Big Tonys Pizzeria and Bar just opened. Go to Big Tonys to try a taste of their famous pizza.

New Flavors in Town

Amelia Keng, Website Editor December 11, 2023

This past year, Arlington has welcomed many new restaurants into the area. There are many different varieties of restaurants from pizza to chicken. Here is a list of some of the new restaurants that just...

The Way the Cookie Crumbles

The Way the Cookie Crumbles

Katharine Burke, Staff Reporter December 5, 2023

Two popular snacks for many high school students are cookies and ice cream. From chocolate chip to peanut butter to snickerdoodle, cookies are highly appreciated by many teenagers. The cookie ice cream...

The Gilmore Girls Aesthetic

The Gilmore Girls Aesthetic

Sophia Guralnik, Staff Reporter December 5, 2023

The Gilmore Girls aesthetic romanticizes all things fall. Creamy neutrals, pumpkin spice and steaming cups of coffee work together to create a perfect, cozy fall season. As October introduces cool fall...

(1987 Leo imaged by Heritage Auctions, HA.com, 2023 Leo Screengrab via YouTube/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.)

Teenage Turtle Power

Nick Joseffer, Staff Reporter December 5, 2023

“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” (TMNT) is one of the most popular franchises of all time, with a total of far over $1 billion in total revenue, and it is the third best-selling action figure chain of...

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