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Toxic masculinity reinforces harmful gender norms
On August 19, wildfires expanded over the streets of Sacramento, California and transformed the sky into a red-orange color.
Borussia Monchengladbach player Marcus Thuram takes a knee after scoring a goal in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.
Vegetarian diets contribute to more ethical environment
Mental health during coronavirus

Cassie Barnes, Staff Writer

October 24, 2020

On August 19, wildfires expanded over the streets of Sacramento, California and transformed the sky into a red-orange color.
California wildfires impacted by global warming
Harum Taha, Staff Writer • October 27, 2020

Twenty-six deaths. 6,223 buildings destroyed. Over 23,000 people evacuated.  Wildfires...

What
What's on the ballot: looking at Constitutional Amendment 1
October 20, 2020
Uncertainty arises as flu season coincides with coronavirus
Uncertainty arises as flu season coincides with coronavirus
October 17, 2020
President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden are both running for president.
Trump v. Biden
October 15, 2020
Mental health during coronavirus
Mental health during coronavirus
Cassie Barnes, Staff Writer • October 24, 2020

With virtual learning, students can experience higher levels of loneliness and anxiety....

Chantilly Amnesty International member Yatra Karki sends solidarity messages written by club members on October 2nd.
Clubs adapt to a virtual environment
October 21, 2020
Junior Sheona Jerin explores a trail with her sister on Aug. 20 near a friend’s house. Quarantine has opened up space for many to spend time in nature and with family.
Students reflect on summer adventures during quarantine
October 19, 2020
'Mulan' Controversy: how the remake went wrong
October 18, 2020
Borussia Monchengladbach player Marcus Thuram takes a knee after scoring a goal in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.
Various sports organizations support Black Lives Matter
Terra Nagai, Sports Editor • October 26, 2020

Sports leagues across the world have finally resumed seasons after a six-month hiatus...

Impact of COVID-19 on professional sports
Impact of COVID-19 on professional sports
October 19, 2020
Junior Kiera Davenport finishes a conditioning session with the volleyball team on the field as a safety precaution on September 24. Working out together is a way of keeping everyone in shape and active so they can jump right into the season.
Athletes find their own ways to prepare for school sports
October 14, 2020
Vaulting to greater heights
April 10, 2020
Sophomore Isabell Lee attends her online class outdoors on Oct. 1.
Students adjust to a new learning environment
Shreya Baskaran, Staff Writer • October 23, 2020

Signing on to Blackboard Collaborate at 8:10 a.m. students prepare to attend school...

A picture of the laptop screen
Elective classes make major changes to adapt to the virtual setting
October 20, 2020
Sophomore Jocelyn Cheung practices symphonic band’s group piece, “Longwood Celebration,” on the flute during class on October 1.
Music department makes most of online learning
October 13, 2020
Science teacher Patrick Matalavage demonstrates a physics problem on the white board during seventh period on October 1.
Teachers adapt to virtual learning
October 10, 2020
Toxic masculinity reinforces harmful gender norms
Toxic masculinity reinforces harmful gender norms
Thirtha Poruthikode Unnivelan, Staff Writer • October 27, 2020

“Man up.” “Men don’t cry.” “Stop being such a girl.” These...

This graph depicts the drastic decline of over 90% of the indigenous population after the arrival of Christopher Columbus.
The Controversy of Columbus Day
October 12, 2020
This image depicts George Floyd (left), Ahmaud Arbery (middle) and Breonna Taylor (Right) Source: CNN
Three lost lives that sparked a civil rights movement
June 14, 2020
College Board faces backlash after poorly-conducted AP Exams
College Board faces backlash after poorly-conducted AP Exams
June 12, 2020
Purpose: Chargers find meaning through their artistic aspirations
Purpose: Chargers find meaning through their artistic aspirations
Priscilla Woo and Aarthika Krishnan, Academics Editor and Staff Writer • April 6, 2020

From dance to drama to culinary arts, many talented students have taken their passions to the next level. With years of dedication behind them,...

The future we face: Climate change debate sparks controversy and concern
October 1, 2019
A classroom divided
A classroom divided
March 26, 2019
Breaking barriers: America
Breaking barriers: America's journey toward broadening its definition of love
March 5, 2019