By Madison Dymond ’16 Everyone has fears. Most of us shudder at the thought of bugs crawling up our arms or feel our hearts racing before a big presentation, and we all have a survival instinct that makes us fear anything that may lead us to harm or even death. Few, however, are so afraid of something that it prevents … Read More
By Shannon Armstrong ’16 When a teacher poses a question to a classroom full of kindergarteners, the children are often bursting out of their seats, delighted with the opportunity to display their knowledge. Yet if a teacher were to ask this same group of children a question twelve years later, in their senior year of high school, the teacher would … Read More
Compiled by Jacob Golomb ’16 1883 THE FOUNDING OF SHERWOOD: We begin our journey in a small, wooded area in the predominantly Quaker community of Sandy Spring. Tucked within these trees was a large farm owned by Miss Mary Roberts. The Roberts’ called this the “Sherwood Farm” due to the resemblance to the Sherwood Forest in the tale of Robin … Read More
By Danielle Katz ’18 The art department will take its annual spring break trip in Paris and London this year. From March 24 to April 2, participants have the opportunity to tour these cities focusing on the unique art and artistic landmarks these locations have to offer. This year, art teacher Angela Praisner organized the trip. The ten days will … Read More
By Alleigh Keyes ’16 Although they share the same name, sophomore and senior Joseph Hunt excel in different areas of interest. Hunt ‘18 plays varsity football, JV basketball and JV baseball, while Hunt ‘16 stars in school productions including Rock ‘n’ Roll and CAST shows. At the tender age of 6, Hunt ‘18 started to play football for OBGC. His … Read More
By Leah Peloff ’18 Many high school students would describe their lives as relatively busy. Between school, homework, sports, socializing and more, most spend whatever excess time they have sleeping. Sophomore Matthew Post, however, fills his already busy schedule with responsibilities that come with his role as chief of staff to Student Member of the Board (SMOB), Eric Guerci. Post … Read More
By Katherine Sperduto ’19 Many middle-aged women, and even men, hyperfocus on covering up their gray roots, but one of the hottest trends today among young people is the “Granny Hair” trend. Don’t be fooled by the name “Granny Hair,” dyed locks of silver, gray, lavender, soft blue, or even white, the dyed hair looks anything but old. Having seen … Read More
By Maya Koeppen ’17 What used to be a favorite childhood pastime is quickly emerging again as a new trend in the form of adult coloring books. Holding five of the top 10 bestselling spots on Amazon, these books have been quickly surging in popularity as a unique alternative to meditation. Books feature intricate designs of anything from nature to … Read More
By Isabella Pilot ’18 We’ve all heard it a million times before; the story of the American Dream. Someone leaves their home country to come to the land of opportunity, and is greeted by Lady Liberty upon arrival. At this point it all seems a little cliché. But walking beside us in the halls, using the same desks we do … Read More
By Natalie Murray ’18 Geoff Britten seems like a fairly typical Olney resident—he’s a husband, a father, and a professional cameraman. But Britten is not an ordinary soccer dad, he’s a man who recently made history. Last summer, Britten became the first person ever to complete the final stage of Mount Midoriyama—the last in a set of obstacle courses in … Read More