AP Literature Analyzes Rap Songs

By Leo Corman ’15 In an effort to make their poetry unit more engaging for students, AP English Literature teachers came to a bold but controversial decision: incorporate rap lyrics into the curriculum. Although most people don’t normally associate rap with the kind of literary excellence reserved for high school English courses, these teachers contend that such music is indeed … Read More

Odd Robbery of ‘Just Puppies’

By Lauren Cosca ’15 This past Saturday, a group of five young girls who attend Sherwood broke into Just Puppies in Rockville and took part in a robbery. The girls did not take any money from the several cash registers in the store, but instead took every single puppy in the store. Arriving early the next morning, store manager Bill … Read More

Human Hibernation Epidemic

Cartoon by Helen Schmitt ‘15 By Allie Pino ’15 Now that the winter season is bringing cold weather, many students are getting ready to start what they have been planning for months: human hibernation. All kids want to do during the chilly times is eat, sleep and watch new episodes on Netflix. Human hibernation does not begin at birth, but … Read More

The Backlash Against the Common Core

By Emma Hierholzer ’15 Common Core—two words that often drag along a slew of thoughts, spoken in voices of greatly varying opinions. Stuck between its supporters and opponents, it seems that the shiny new policy—the Phoenix of President George W. Bush’s No-Child-Left-Behind ashes—has seen better days. In light of this recent backlash against the educational reform, a rarity has occurred … Read More

Young Woman with a Passion for Fashion

By Gianna Bartolini ’15 Senior Samantha Berger may seem like your average student, taking rigorous classes and playing as the captain of the soccer team, but there is more to her than meets the eye. For the last eight years, she has been working towards her goal of becoming a fashion designer. Beginning in the fourth grade, she was designing … Read More

Should MCPS Change College Curriculum?

The current MCPS agenda is designed to steer students towards college life. This curriculum’s emphasis on college-readiness is believed to help create efficient and productive students who will be well-prepared for a higher education. However, not all students are fit for a life on a college campus, and MCPS’s curriculum may not be preparing them for the real world. Should … Read More

Starr Continues To Interact with MCPS Student Community

By Brian Hughes ‘15 and Betselot Wondimu ‘15  photo by Jack Armstrong ’15 On Tuesday, Superintendent Joshua Starr visited Sherwood as one of the middle and high schools in a series of town hall meetings. Students who attended the town hall asked a myriad of questions concerning academic programs and MCPS’s distribution of funds. “The more we can engage them in … Read More

‘Cinderella’ Captivates for a Magical Night of Theater

By Zach Stubblefield ‘15 The autumn play, “Cinderella,” was a huge success. It was shown on November 14, 15, 21 and 22. Despite its origins as a simple children’s tale, the cast managed to spice it up with some clever dialogue, special effects and great set pieces. The cast did a great job of keeping the audience engaged throughout the … Read More

SGA Organizes Various School Activities

By Catherine Jou ‘15 Throughout the year the Student Government Association works with the school coordinating and attending activities, promoting school spirit and connecting to the community. Many of these functions are unknown to students or go unnoticed. Representing Student Interests Once a month the Montgomery County Regional Student Government Association holds a countywide General Assembly Meeting which hosts a … Read More