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Junior class board members Isabella Pazos and Natalie Nguyen hang up posters advertising prom.
Protesters gather in Thomas Paine Park after the arrest of Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. One of the signs reads, “HANDS OFF OUR STUDENTS / ICE OFF OUR CAMPUSES.” Photo by SWinxy. This photo is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Sophomore Melody Namvar drinks an alternative to coffee, peppermint tea which has no caffeine.
During first period on Feb. 18, junior Sopris Kilker drinks coffee to boost her focus in social studies teacher Victor Scott’s class.
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Protesters gather in Thomas Paine Park after the arrest of Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. One of the signs reads, “HANDS OFF OUR STUDENTS / ICE OFF OUR CAMPUSES.” Photo by SWinxy. This photo is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Clearing the ICE: FCPS responds to new immigration policies
Nischal Annapareddy, Assistant Online Editor • March 20, 2025
Yearbook staffer sophomore Owen Guzman takes a photo on March 3. Before his work is published, it will be reviewed by multiple levels of student leadership and yearbook adviser Luc Nguyen, but the book does not go through prior review.
FCPS schools lose First Amendment Press Freedom Award streak as result of county guidance document
March 5, 2025
FCPS enacts first collective bargaining agreement since 1977
FCPS enacts first collective bargaining agreement since 1977
February 20, 2025
Students arriving after 8:10 enter their student IDs to check in on Feb. 6. Photo by Nischal Annapareddy
Tardy check-in process no longer bottlenecks arrival to class
February 8, 2025
arts&entertainment
This collection features affordable beauty products, with most items priced under $20, including brands like Glossier, e.l.f., BYOMA and The Ordinary. Photo by Athula Cheboli
Teens embrace minimalist makeup to redefine beauty standards
Athula Cheboli, Copy editor/unity manager • March 10, 2025
Restaurant Review: Chopin Noodle House (肖邦拉面馆) harmonizes noodles, tradition
Restaurant Review: Chopin Noodle House (肖邦拉面馆) harmonizes noodles, tradition
March 6, 2025
“Captain America: Brave New World” has grossed over $88 million domestically and over $92 million internationally, making the overall total $180 million on opening week.
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ explores legacy of new hero
March 4, 2025
Released on Feb. 21, singer Tate McRae’s third studio album “So Close to What” debuts with over 31.7 million listeners on Spotify. Album used with courtesy of tatemcrae.com.
Review: Tate McRae ‘So Close to What’ could be a Grammy
February 28, 2025
Features
Junior class board members Isabella Pazos and Natalie Nguyen hang up posters advertising prom.
Glitz, glam of prom moves to Tysons
Amanda Yesin, Staff Writer • March 21, 2025
On Jan. 18, senior Catherine Huynh and her dance mates performed a traditional fan dance at the La Vang Lunar New Year Festival at Dulles Expo Center.
East Asian cultures celebrate Lunar New Year
February 11, 2025
On Dec. 12, members of the Korean Club perform a traditional fan dance during a rehearsal. Photo by Rachel Neathery
Students place spotlight on cultural festivities
February 7, 2025
The Speech Team wins the Northern Regional Competition for the 13th time on Jan. 23. (Photo courtesy of Jihoon Shin)
Public speaking teams foster confidence, communication
February 5, 2025
Opinions
Sophomore Melody Namvar drinks an alternative to coffee, peppermint tea which has no caffeine.
Con: Coffee shows disadvantages towards high school students
Camila Rodriguez-Marrero, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025
During first period on Feb. 18, junior Sopris Kilker drinks coffee to boost her focus in social studies teacher Victor Scott’s class.
Pro: Coffee shows advantages for high school students
March 12, 2025
Senior Caroline Donovan looks through various Valentine’s Day items, searching for the perfect gift for her Valentine this year.
Capitalists take over Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2025
Staff Ed: Civic engagement at stake as school board spurns student media
Staff Ed: Civic engagement at stake as school board spurns student media
February 10, 2025
Sports
Selection Sunday shapes March Madness
Selection Sunday shapes March Madness
Nadia Corea, Sports Editor • March 3, 2025
The referee blows the whistle to start the game and both opponents try to swat the ball to their side during jump ball.
JV girls basketball brings their A-game against Westfield
February 27, 2025
Freshman Dixie Yocum wrestles sophomore Aspen Mudge during practice on Jan. 28.
Girls wrestling fights through first season
February 25, 2025
Freshman Ravin Singh prepares to fence at the Kansas City Northern American Cup Jan. 5 where he placed 209 out of 262 in the Division 1 Men's Epee. Photo used with permission of Ravin Singh
Student Spotlight: Singh eliminates competition to achieve fencing goals
February 21, 2025
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Yearbook staffer sophomore Owen Guzman takes a photo on March 3. Before his work is published, it will be reviewed by multiple levels of student leadership and yearbook adviser Luc Nguyen, but the book does not go through prior review.

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Senior Caroline Donovan looks through various Valentine’s Day items, searching for the perfect gift for her Valentine this year.

Capitalists take over Valentine’s Day • 129 Views

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Released on Feb. 21, singer Tate McRae’s third studio album “So Close to What” debuts with over 31.7 million listeners on Spotify. Album used with courtesy of tatemcrae.com.

Review: Tate McRae ‘So Close to What’ could be a Grammy • 77 Views

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Anand Gandhi visits Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia over summer break to explore the campus and search for a firsthand feel for the college's neo-Gothic architectural design.

Campus aesthetic influences college commitments • 65 Views

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Assistant principal Zack Winfrey, principal Dr. Amy Goodloe, sophomore online managing editor Alexine Cornelio, junior editor-in-chief Lizzie Sun and yearbook adviser Luc Nguyen accept the school board’s recognition of CHS’s receipt of the First Amendment Press Freedom Award on June 27, 2024. Photo courtesy of Abby Cornelio

School board votes against motion to review rights of student journalists • 62 Views

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