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The Purple Tide
The student news site of Chantilly High School (Chantilly, VA)

The Purple Tide
Math teacher Craig Primus dresses up as Vince Vaughn for Halloween at CHS in 2017. Photo used with permission of Craig Primus.
Fairfax County Begins New Partnership with Varsity Tutors
Junior Josh Silva dribbles the ball at the top of the key in a game against James Madison High School on Sept. 30. CHS lost 77-50.
Systems of support advisory instructional assistant Kenika Wawrzyniak works on her laptop in fifth period on Sep. 4. Photo by Delaney Brooks
Features

October 28, 2024

Special education math teacher James Johnson monitors a passing period on Oct. 17. Photo by Delaney Brooks
News
The School Board takes a photo with meeting attendees to celebrate the recognition of Hindu American Heritage Month. Photo courtesy of the Fairfax County School Board
FCPS recognizes Hindu Heritage Month, considers changing graduation requirements
Nischal Annapareddy, Assistant Online Editor • October 26, 2024

On October 24, the Fairfax County School board conducted its bimonthly meeting at...

Students in Gill’s CC 1 work and talk in the second half of class on Oct. 15.
New CC changes take effect for 2024-2025 school year
October 25, 2024
History teacher Daniel Ashley explains the phone policy and its consequences to his students on Sep. 20.
Youngkin takes first steps to permanently switch phones off
October 24, 2024
FCPS dials down on phone use during school hours
FCPS dials down on phone use during school hours
September 25, 2024
arts&entertainment
Math teacher Craig Primus dresses up as Vince Vaughn for Halloween at CHS in 2017. Photo used with permission of Craig Primus.
Halloween celebrations transform over time
Janya Shrivastava, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Halloween might be characterized by the scramble to find a costume or to set up spooky decorations in the front yard, but this celebration used...

Ellie Russell comes to visit the new Savers store in Fair Lakes and is going through a rack of clothes. “I come thrifting often; “it’s a fun way to spend time with your friends,” Russell said.
Thrift your way to sustainability
October 23, 2024
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” was released on Sep. 6, making more than $408 million in revenue. (Courtesy of Warner Bros)
Beetlejuice returns
October 21, 2024
Creative writing students publish their stories into the book, “Hunted”
Creative writing students publish their stories into the book, “Hunted”
June 12, 2024
Features
Fairfax County Begins New Partnership with Varsity Tutors
Fairfax County Begins New Partnership with Varsity Tutors
Brendan Lewis, Staff Writer • October 28, 2024

Sitting down at her desk, English teacher Stephanie Vu begins her workday at seven...

Systems of support advisory instructional assistant Kenika Wawrzyniak works on her laptop in fifth period on Sep. 4. Photo by Delaney Brooks
Wawrzyniak connects past to present
October 28, 2024
Special education math teacher James Johnson monitors a passing period on Oct. 17. Photo by Delaney Brooks
Johnson dives into new job, makes splash in math department
October 28, 2024
Star reference: Special Education teacher Frankie Gallo teaches nouns to her class, using Michael B. Jordan as an example.
Teacher turned basketball-guru reflects on change
October 17, 2024
Opinions
The Wave Episode 1
The Wave Episode 1
Alexine Cornelio, Online Managing Editor • October 22, 2024

Alexine Cornelio: Hello, Chantilly. I am Alexine Cornelio, the Online Managing...

Satire: Class of 2024 takes final steps of tumultuous high school journey
Satire: Class of 2024 takes final steps of tumultuous high school journey
June 15, 2024
Students in AP Environmental science create posters about climate change as part of a school PSA project.
Youngkin vetoes HB 1088, denies schools necessary climate education
June 13, 2024
Chantilly Contests Episode 5
Chantilly Contests Episode 5
June 11, 2024
Sports
Junior Josh Silva dribbles the ball at the top of the key in a game against James Madison High School on Sept. 30. CHS lost 77-50.
Fall league fosters success in regular season
Nadia Corea, Sports Editor • October 28, 2024

Defensive slides, running lines and crafting new plays all go into a basketball...

Logans Corner: U.S men's basketball assemble their own “Avengers”
Logans Corner: U.S men's basketball assemble their own “Avengers”
June 9, 2024
Christian Hundley on his high jump was at Liberty University on January 14, 2024. He cleared 6’4 and placed second in this event. Photo used with permission by Josh Jocuns
Student spotlight: Hundley jumps into track and field
June 6, 2024
Miller shoots against Mclean High School on March 13, CHS tied 0-0. Photo used with permission of Phil Dolinger.
Girls lacrosse battled season
May 31, 2024
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