by Bryan Kim ‘23 As students and teachers have adjusted to in-person learning during an unpredictable pandemic, unexcused absences and tardiness has been an issue. Procedures such as hall sweeps were briefly introduced in November to address the problem. However, because of the pandemic and following virtual learning for most of last year, many attendance policies used in past school … Read More
by Erica Kuhlman ‘22 MCPS is currently seeking comments on proposed amendments to the board policy on disciplinary action for students. These amendments aim for “restorative approaches” to student discipline as required by Maryland law in hopes to foster a more positive and constructive learning environment. Suggested revisions to Policy JGA, Student Discipline, focus on proactive intervention to prevent disruptive … Read More
By Tori Newby ‘22 As MCPS upgraded their Chromebooks to accommodate students during the pandemic, another new piece of technology has also made its way into classrooms this year: Boxlights. These interactive flat panels serve the purpose of Promethean Boards while offering new benefits, provoking a countywide transition. Scott Hughes, a supervisor at the Department of Integrated Technology and Support … Read More
by Apurva Mahajan ‘22 Despite Sherwood’s efforts at promoting gender equality in academic subject areas, the percentages of boys and girls often significantly varies in upper-level STEM and humanities courses. These courses are different from others as students choose to be in these classes out of their own volition as upperclassmen, and they are usually not required to take them. … Read More
By Ella Scher ‘23 Many students and teachers were surprised and pleased when the MCPS Board of Education voted to close schools one day early for the Thanksgiving holiday. However, it was only a small indicator of a much larger problem. MCPS is experiencing an extreme shortage of substitutes, with hundreds of open positions, forcing teachers to take on the … Read More
by Emory Gun ‘22 Updated Jan. 11 MCPS put out an updated statement on its website on January 9 addressing the steep rise in Covid cases and announced that all schools will distribute KN-95 masks and rapid test kits to all students. Results from the rapid tests should be reported by January 14, through the MCPS Covid-19 Reporting Form, whether … Read More
by Yusra Husain and Rachel Klein ‘22 Sherwood is hosting One Sherwood Cultural Celebration Week during the week of December 13-17. The lead coordinators, Spanish teacher Tanya Aguilar, music teacher Jonathan Dunn, and staff development teacher Catina Wist, are hoping to highlight the diverse set of cultures that unite Sherwood students and staff alike. Although many have perceived this event … Read More
by Tori Newby ’22 The Instagram account frenzy of Sherwood High School began with @shsstupidparking. Accepting photos via DMs, the account exposes cars that have parked over the lines in the school parking lot. After the first post on November 12, the account now has 610 followers and counting. Students interact with the account, commenting on the posts and tagging … Read More
by Avery Prudenti ‘22 Since the beginning of the year, Covid protocols have been constantly changing and shifting. The state, county, and individual schools have been merging their plans together to create a cohesive system designed to create the safest environment possible for students and staff. At the beginning of the year when students enrolled, their parents were given the … Read More
by Bryan Kim ‘23 The first hall sweep began during the fourth period on Wednesday, November 10. As students adjust to in-person classes, an increased number of unexcused tardiness and absences have become an issue, according to Principal Tim Britton. In order to get students to class on time, the administration has implemented hallway sweeps during the beginning of classes. … Read More