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Do You Stand With the Banned?

Do You Stand With the Banned?

Lydia Swartz, Staff Writer January 8, 2024

Some of the most well-known banned books are “The Bluest Eye”, “The Hate U Give”, “The Giver”, “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “1984”. Banned Books Week is usually observed around the...

Mr. Parsons (third from the left) on the crew team in the 1970s.

Generational General

Emma Ackleson, Staff Manager January 8, 2024

You think you have been here for a long time? Try 30 years! Some of our favorite teachers have been a part of the school community for that long. Some of your teachers have even taught other teachers at...

“Now and Then,” Then and Now

“Now and Then,” Then and Now

Chetan Le, Staff Reporter December 19, 2023

Decades after their breakup, the Beatles released a final piece for their fans to remember them with. On November 2, 2023, the Beatles released “Now and Then,” their most recent track in over a quarter...

The Freshmen Workload

The Freshmen Workload

Katharine Burke, Staff Reporter December 15, 2023

The change from middle to high school is a big adjustment for any student, regardless of their course load and academic level. Being prepared for the academic challenges of transitioning to high school...

A drawing depicting my five favorite Christmas classics.

Santa’s Screenings

Harper Rath, Staff Reporter December 15, 2023

Kicking it back and watching Christmas movies during the holiday season is a must in households  celebrating the holiday throughout America. Gathering with family and friends to watch Christmas classics...

The National Christmas Tree in DC.

Holiday Happenings

Amelia Keng, Website Editor December 15, 2023

The holiday season brings lots of winter fun and cheer in the DMV area. Here are some activities that can get you in the right spirit.  Go ice skating at the Wharf Ice skating is a great activity...

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...

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