Winning Streak Ends But Season Continues

by Jackie Vilaseca ‘19 Even the most amazing of feats must come to an end. After a mind-boggling 105 straight victories without a loss while also winning five consecutive 4A state titles, Sherwood’s varsity softball team lost 9-5 to Northwest on March 25. The team rebounded three days later with 19-1 blowout against Churchill. Perhaps the start of a new … Read More

Boys’ Tennis Is a Contender in Division 2

by Connor Brady ‘17 and Josh Averbach ’18 Boys’ varsity tennis got a late jump on the spring season because missed scrimmage opportunities due to the weather. Despite the slow start, the team may become a real force to win division 2. The team is currently 2-2, with a win against Seneca Valley and Northwood and losses to Wootton and … Read More

Lacrosse Already Primed for Playoff Run

by Brandon Alter ‘17 The boys’ lacrosse team this year will look to improve on last year’s 9-6-0 record and a second-round playoff exit. The team has stated that their goal is to get to the regional finals in order for the season to be successful. The team is 1-1 as of Friday morning. Narrowly defeating St. John’s Frederick 14-13 … Read More

High School Athletes Face Extra Pressure

by Emma Shuster ‘18 Approximately 45 million adolescents across the United States play sports on a select travel team. Kids spend their week nights shuffling to and from practices and games, all while trying to maintain family time, a social life, good grades, and periods of relaxation. Kids join club teams to have fun, make friends, and develop their skills … Read More

Baseball Trio Takes Next Step

by Malec Fahmy ‘20 A typical high school athlete’s senior year marks the bittersweet end to playing with teammates. However, three seniors on varsity baseball, by coincidence, all will take their talents to Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), located in Catonsville, MD. Connor Brady, Matt Migliozzi, and Alec Goldberg became friends during freshman year, and have since developed their … Read More

Extracurricular Fee Removed for 2018

by Chase Wilson ‘17 For students and families struggling financially, the extracurricular activities (ECA) fee of $32.50 may have stood as a barrier for them to participate in school sports. Montgomery County is in the process of waiving the fee to provide all students with the ability to play the sport of their choice without cost. According to a study … Read More

First Woman’s Teach-In a Huge Success

by Jonathan Chang ‘17 For International Women’s day, the school’s Women’s Studies class organized a teach-in at the cafeteria on March 9. Students were allowed to leave class during 7th period to attend the teach-in which saw many students and staff attending. The teach-in was planned by students in the Women’s Studies class, taught by Beth Shevitz, when students found … Read More

The Trump Effect Has Influenced Sherwood Students

by Christopher Sung ’17 President Trump’s election has sent shockwaves throughout our nation. On Capitol Hill, numerous Republican congressmen have become placed in precarious positions, trying to hold on to their control of the legislative branch of government, while Democratic members of congress have been forced to recover lost ground from a resurgence of the political right. Even across America’s … Read More

Eco Sherwood Helps School Conserve

by Lexi Paidas ‘17 Students might have noticed construction going on and the large metal boxes appearing above the school’s water fountains. The efforts of Eco Sherwood have led to the installment of refillable water bottle stations in the G hall, outside of the cafeteria, and by the main gym. The first station was installed in the beginning of January … Read More

Administration Reacts to Recent “Skip Day”

by Naomi Lawrence ’17 An unofficial “Senior Skip day” on Friday, February 24 resulted in 210 seniors, approximately 45 percent of the class, being marked absent from sixth period. Senior Skip days in the past have occured a few times during the second semester. While many seniors view the day as a fun experience, Sherwood’s administration has a different opinion. … Read More