by Maya Koeppen ‘17 After spending 12 years in the public education system, I have learned quite a few things about myself and the world around me. But probably one of the most important would have to be: read the book. Be it an assigned novel in your English class or some supplementary reading for your AP class, whatever you … Read More
by Matt Post ‘18 On March 3rd, Watkins Mill’s Je’Nan Hayes was barred from participating in her regional final basketball game. The reason? Her headscarf. The main referee pulled Watkins Mill’s coach aside ahead of the game and demanded a waiver allowing for Hayes’ “decoration or headwear,” something required by the National Federation of State High School Associations. When the … Read More
by Serena Mlawsky ‘17 While being accepted into college is exciting and well deserved, there is a fine line between being proud and being obnoxious when it comes to bragging. It’s understandable that seniors want to share their positive news; however, is it necessary to share it at every single possible opportunity? At some point, the accomplishments of students as … Read More
by Leah Peloff ‘18 Since the time we could walk, we have been trained to prepare for the “next step” in life. Pre-K got us ready for us for kindergarten, which prepared us for elementary school, then middle school, high school, and now, the culmination of our 13-year-long school careers, applying to college. According to The New York Times, only … Read More
by Brynn Smith ‘19 Following the qualifying tournament in January, the Forensics team was thoroughly prepared for their quarter finals, semi finals, and eventually the finals competition. Finishing behind Walter Johnson and Richard Montgomery, Sherwood claimed third place out of 21 other high schools throughout the county at the nals on February 10 and 11 at Blake. Forensics is competitive … Read More
by Isabella Pilot ‘18 The Sherwood Film Festival is returning for its fourth year on April 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ertzman Theater. This year’s event will feature some significant changes designed to both encourage more students to compete and increase turnout as the festival gains recognition and anticipation. “When we first started out, we had four categories; music … Read More
by Danielle Katz ‘18 Travel bans, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies, and deportations are topics plastered across national television and newspapers. Despite appearing far away and impersonal, their local effects can be found within the Sherwood community. New policies surrounding immigration have struck fear and brought a sense of uncertainty to populations within the school, and these effects are … Read More
by Lucy Kuchma ‘18 With the emergence of Sherwood’s new feminist club, EmpowHer, students have begun discussing things they notice in school and home life that might disadvantage young women. A couple of club members called attention to the fact that girls who frequently visit the nurse’s office in need of feminine hygiene products are asked to pay a quarter … Read More
by Meghan Kimberling ‘17 High school students are not likely to sit down and read a lengthy article on President Trump’s foreign policy, but if a popular show can relay the information creatively and comedically, then they are likely to become more engaged. Seeing a serious topic transform into a comedic one helps them understand the current events and politics … Read More
by Lauren MacFadden ‘17 The Power Rangers we all know and love, with their cheesy lines and vibrant uniforms, have completely transformed into modern teenagers in the film “Power Rangers.” Set in a small town Angel Grove, five teens with little in common all coincidentally meet at a gold mine where they each find a colored stone. After this discovery, … Read More