by Leah Peloff ‘18 Senior year brings many experiences that students have anticipated their entire lives. They build up these events, notably prom, and begin to think that this will be a night they will remember forever; it must be perfect. This Cinderella fantasy of how prom should be drives focus away from a fun, end-of-high-school dance and towards a … Read More
by Naomi Lawrence ‘17 Beginning when they are still only toddlers, children have been learning life skills such as self-control and persistence from their parents. Now, some public schools in the United States are trying to mistakenly assume the role of teaching these character traits. Recent updates to a federal education law require schools to use one form of non-academic … Read More
As summer slowly descends upon us, so are graduation parties, day trips into the city, and inevitably warm weather. Below are a few looks that guarantee you to look cool during all your endeavors this summer: This look combines a classic 90s grunge look with more modern pieces. Pairing boyfriend jeans with a fitted crop top creates a contrasting look, … Read More
by Lexi Paidas ‘17 The Olney/Brookeville area is quite fortunate to have copious musical outlets to help inspired and developing young musicians. One such inspired musical group is Something Witty, an alternative rock band comprised of sophomore Soc Matthews and juniors Aimee Nguyendinh, Nina Linkletter and Julia McIntrye, a Good Counsel student. Since its formation in the summer of 2013, … Read More
by Colleen Yates ’18 Famous comedian and commentator Samantha Bee had been the longest serving correspondent on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” until a twist of fate caused her life path to slightly alter. Bee was given the opportunity to start her own show, “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee”, which made its debut on February 8. With a feminist … Read More
by Alex Nnabue ‘18 The third annual Sherwood Student Film Festival was held in the Ertzman on April 28. The festival, sponsored by English teacher Christiane Lock, took place in conjunction with the annual art show, with junior Leo Trieu serving as the emcee. Inspired by the final film project that is required in Lock’s film class, the festival has … Read More
by Lizi Thach ’18 The girls’ varsity lacrosse team earned the number one seed in section one of the Maryland Public Secondary Athletic Association after blowing past their Montgomery County competition this season. After winning a closely contested game by a score of 9-7 against Whitman on March 23, the Warriors outscored their nine remaining opponents in the county by … Read More
by Nicole Reich ’17 The varsity baseball team impressively came together en route to an undefeated regular season, but four players share an extra bond beyond that of teammates. They are the Collins brothers, Patrick and Brendan, and the Ervin brothers, Matt and John. The Collins each started their baseball careers when they turned the age of 5, but they … Read More
by Connor Brady ‘17 and Noah Rosendorf ‘17 The U.S. womens’ soccer team has finished in the top three in the World Cup several times, and won many tournaments in the past 20 years. The players’ paychecks, however, do not reflect the team’s success, as the women’s earnings are significantly lower than their counterparts on the U.S. men’s team. As … Read More
by Natalie Murray ‘18 The varsity softball team has finished its fifth season in a row undefeated, with 99 consecutive wins. After yet another hugely successful season, the Warriors may be on their way to another state championship. With 15 wins and 196 total runs this season, it is no question that Sherwood softball had an excellent season. Their average … Read More