by Robel Wondimu ’13 Senior Kevin Pham organized Project Change to host a dodgeball fundraiser that raised $730 for the Betty Ann Krahnke Center (BAK), a nonprofit domestic abuse shelter in Montgomery County. On February 7, 16 teams of 10 people competed in a single elimination tournament, which “Channel Four News Team,” an underdog group of freshman, ended up winning. … Read More
by Brendan Cudd ’14 The Warriors wrestling team recently finished off the season with a 6-8 record. The last two matches they had were against Wheaton and Paint Branch. They defeated Wheaton 55-21, but unfortunately ended the season on a bad note losing to Paint Branch 39-33. JV JV Counties were much kinder to the Warriors, and they had a … Read More
by Tom Lee ’14 The past two weeks have been exciting for the boys and girls swim and dive teams. At the Division II championships on February 2 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center, the dive team finished first with senior Captain Summer White and sophomore Caroline Graves placing finished third and fourth respectively. Seniors Aaron Katz and … Read More
by Kyle Melnick ’14 Five Warriors qualified for the 4A state championship on February 7, 2013 at the 4A West Regional Meet. Sophomore Lauren Woods qualified in both the 55m and 300m dash, finishing 3rd and 4th in each event, respectively. Junior Grace McDonald continued her momentum into the regional meet, qualifying in the 800m after placing 5th. Senior Lauren … Read More
I admit that I am moved by the eloquence of Wasik’s words. While I appreciate the underserved praise that he heaps upon me, his remark that implied I was a coward cut to the bone. Like Crazy Horse, I’ve always believed that the brave men go to the front while the cowards hide in the back. But then, look at where such a … Read More
by Steffi Carrera ’14 An automobile accident on February 1 resulted in the death of former Sherwood student, Earl Lee. Though he only attended Sherwood during his freshman year, his passing has impacted students, and he will be missed. The following Monday, students resumed school as usual. Some awaited a moment of silence for Lee, but were surprised when their … Read More
Dear Huck, A man once said “Anyone can deal with victory. Only the mighty can bear defeat.” That quote is from Adolf Hitler but let’s just ignore the source for now. It happened. Yearbook beat newspaper in dodge ball. Our worst fears realized. It was hard to watch, but it was harder to hear you articulate those words to us … Read More
Dear Warrior Staff: This is my formal notification of resignation as the Advisor of The Warrior newspaper. Upon acceptance of this resignation by the 2012-2013 Warrior staff, my last day will be June 9, 2013, or earlier if a suitable replacement is found. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given in my twelve years in this position. More profoundly, … Read More
by Alex Porter ’13 and Diana McDermott ’13 Warrior staffers Alex Porter and Diana McDermott weigh in on the Fiscal Cliff. The Left Side (Porter) At the beginning of this month, Democrats made the mistake of agreeing to the negotiated deal to prevent the fiscal cliff provisions from going into effect. When the Democrats had the chance to do something to … Read More
In light of recent events, including the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School and at a Texas community college, President Obama wants new policy on gun control. As reasonable Americans, no, as reasonable human beings, we must realize the potential this policy has to make schools safer and to prevent catastrophe nationwide. It is obvious that banning assault weapons (guns … Read More