by Alyx Henry ‘11 The coed volleyball team has an indisputable record of success, having played for a County Championship each of the last 10 years and winning eight out of those times. This season should be no exception with many of the Maryland 4A girls’ volleyball State Champions on the team. Not all of the girls on the fall … Read More
by Andi Hubbell ‘11 Dim, dingy and rundown, the Ottobar in Baltimore hardly seems like an ideal venue for a performance by a 17-year-old actress turned songstress. However, Taylor Momsen, frontwoman of alternative rock band The Pretty Reckless (TPR), is no Miley Cyrus or Demi Lovato. The headstrong, outspoken “Gossip Girl” star refuses to conform to the cookie-cutter mold followed … Read More
by Jessica Golding ’11 It is that dreaded moment of the day: quiz time. Throughout the week, it varies among which classes it occurs in, but the generalized feeling remains the same. “Ugh, quizzes,” many kids groan. But school does not have to feel this way. Just the type of quiz alone can have a huge mental impact on how … Read More
by Allie Sivak ’11 It was enough of a shock when Arnold Schwarzenegger put down his machine guns, slapped on a suit and became the Republican “Govenator” of California in October of 2003. However, more and more frequently, some of the nation’s top political positions are being filled, or at least pursued, by shoes that have walked the red carpet. … Read More
by Diana McDermott ’13 Teachers have their own political opinions just as most people also do, but educators are in a unique position of molding young minds. Therefore, teachers are tasked with a tricky balancing act of getting students to think about the world around them while not telling students what they specifically should believe. Accordingly, MCPS policy states that, … Read More
by Leah Schroeder ‘13 For years, students in Montgomery County have been force-fed, and have willingly swallowed, the idea that to get into college, their best bet is to load up on AP classes, honor societies and clubs. In a recent column from The Washington Post, noted columnist George Will quoted from Andrew Ferguson’s new book, “Crazy U: One Dad’s … Read More
by Darby Whitehair ‘12 David Cassidy, the man who dominated the stage in the 70’s as a singer and actor, was the object of affection for thousands of teenage girls. Even now in his sixties, he still makes his fans’ hearts skip a beat. Allison Pearson, a devoted fan of Cassidy, channels her old obsession into her novel “I Think … Read More
by Rebecca Stussman ’12 The response of the Japanese public to the earthquake and tsunami that devastated its northeast coast on March 11 has been nothing short of admirable. Amidst over 20,000 deaths and miles of flattened property, amidst an almost complete destruction of Japanese daily life, citizens remain boldfaced, optimistic and, most remarkably, organized. There is no widespread looting, … Read More
by Kendall Proctor ’11 The MCPS User Responsibilities for Computer Systems, Electronic Information, and Network Security regulation is a nine-page document explaining the elements of computer security for teachers and students. Noncompliance with this regulation will result in disciplinary actions for employees that may include a conference, warning, letter of reprimand, loss of privileges, suspension without pay, demotion, dismissal, restitution … Read More
by Ryan Coulter ’12 Known for their unsubtle lyrical commentary on social and political events, Rise Against continues their switch to a type of punk rock that doesn’t quite meet the sound fans used to adore. With the release of their sixth studio record “Endgame” this past month, Rise Against shows not only their transformation away from their previous, more … Read More