by Evan Joseph ‘23 While still in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, many students are wondering what Sherwood’s homecoming will be like when it occurs on October 23. Will students have to wear masks? Will the dance be indoors? Will there be social distancing or capacity requirements? In the September 15 issue of MCPS Quicknotes, the county released guidance … Read More
by Emory Gun ‘22 Classes are back in session, and students of all ages are returning to classrooms after a year or more of virtual school. Transitioning back to fully in-person school is a major change for everyone, but current college freshmen and a number of sophomores have gone from being quarantined to living away from home for the first … Read More
by Liam Trump ‘24 In recent years, Soundcloud rappers have become a staple of the Sherwood community. Soundcloud, the popular music sharing website, has garnered popularity amongst teens as the definitive way of uploading songs in the rap sub-genre. Heavily influenced by artists like Jimi Hendrix, Young Thug, and Bob Marley, sophomore Alex Lanning took on the challenge of posting his … Read More
by Marissa Harris ‘22 This summer will be very different from last year as many people are getting vaccinated. Even with the increase of vaccinations, it never hurts to spend time outside as many have been cooped up inside throughout this year. This summer, it will be even easier to do these outdoor activities as vaccinated individuals can ride in … Read More
by Devon Goldstein ‘21 As seniors in high school are beginning to make their final decisions as to where they will commit to college, many of them are going to decide without having seen any of the campuses in person. Although this has put the seniors at a disadvantage from those in the past, they have found ways to work … Read More
by Jenna Bloom ‘21 At the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, Sherwood was facing administrative struggles amidst school closures and adjustments to virtual learning. With an admin position open, music teacher Johnathan Dunn took the leap and became the school’s Acting Assistant Secondary Administrator. Dunn entered the education field with one goal: making an impact. “Truthfully, I wanted to be … Read More
by Sudha Sudhaker ‘21 Even though a number of colleges and universities have made SAT score submission optional, earning a good score on the exam has become more important than ever for many students entering the college application process. With extracurricular activities being canceled and the challenges of online learning taking a toll on students’ performances, submitting a good SAT … Read More
by Kate Diuguid ‘22 In May, two months into the Covid-19 pandemic quarantine, my family got an Australian Shepherd puppy and named him Finnegan. This tiny puppy would grow to be utterly afraid of every little thing, namely baby gates, delivery boxes, vacuums, and literally every person outside of our immediate family. Little did we know, this phenomenon of terrified, … Read More
by Jenna Bloom ’21 The library is one of the most resourceful spaces at Sherwood, constantly hustling and bustling with students doing research or checking out books. Since the coronavirus pandemic, Sherwood’s media center staff have seen a major change in the work they do, but have continued to carry out their roles, benefitting both students and staff. Media Specialist … Read More
by Evan Joseph ‘23 Upon the arrival of the Covid-19 vaccine, many elderly people in local communities have struggled to find appointments to get vaccinated. This includes the wife of an 88-year-old hospice patient who finally received the vaccine and now can be near her husband — thanks to the “Vaccine Hunters,” a group of MCPS teachers that includes four … Read More