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

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Poole has served as CHS principal since 2017.
Principal leaves legacy of academic success, support
Katelyn Chu, Editor-in-Chief • January 30, 2023

“Hey, Dr. Poole,” a student yells out after lunch, greeting the school’s principal,...

Knowing information about affirmative action can prepare students for college admissions.
New Supreme Court cases may change future of affirmative action
January 13, 2023
New courses for the subsequent school year include Forensic Science and Athletic & Sports Leadership 4.
FCPS spices up course selection for upcoming school year
January 6, 2023
Tutor.com receives positive reviews but remains underutilized
Tutor.com receives positive reviews but remains underutilized
January 1, 2023
arts&entertainment
Freshman Ananya Nanduri plans a chapter of a work-in-progress novel, a tragic romance dealing with corruption, hypocrisy and selfishness, while receiving feedback from freshman Jinna Hyun during lunch period.
Novelists wield words to craft worlds
Tyler Nguyen, Staff Writer • January 17, 2023

It begins with a moment of inspiration, and after hours upon hours of writing, what was once just a passing idea evolves into a world of characters...

Junior Tanisha Lanka adds the final touches to one of her pieces illustrating her cultural identity
Scholastic competition encourages creative liberty in students
January 10, 2023
Christmas songs elicit nostalgic memories
Christmas songs elicit nostalgic memories
December 24, 2022
The IMAX feature poster for “Avatar.”
Long awaited ‘Avatar’ sequel returns with tidal-wave impact after 13 years
December 22, 2022
Features
Senior Connor Park reads over senior Navid Jawid’s essay. Peer tutors are able to provide one-on-one help for students who come in during Charger Time.
Writing Center sharpens students’ skills during Charger Time
Tyler Ellison, Staff Writer • January 23, 2023

On average, students attending college will have to undertake around 12 essays per...

Twins and seniors Andrew and Josh Jung look into a microscope during AP Biology on Nov. 29.
Twin, triplets telepathize despite unique identities
January 18, 2023
Senior Ashika Ganta practices answering common questions with seniors Mags Mathew and Saniyah Manaal ahead of her interview for admission into Northwestern University’s music school on Friday, Dec. 2.
Effective interview strategies support student applicants
January 12, 2023
This group of students is learning how to get a car wheel off the axle and how to level the axle. Unbalanced wheels can take a toll on the alignment and suspension components, as well as lead one to have to change their tires more frequently. Changing and replacing tire rims can and cost anywhere from $50 to $150 to fix according to Getjerry.
Autobody class offers mechanical training for students
January 4, 2023
Opinions
Staff Editorial: Thank You, Dr. Poole
Staff Editorial: Thank You, Dr. Poole
Rachel Lee, Staff Writer • January 31, 2023

Chantilly is “filled with special people that make a positive difference in the...

Comparing two designs based off of the rolling gradebook.
Rolling gradebook should lower stress among students
January 25, 2023
As rates of illness continue to climb nationwide, more and more students are falling victim to separate viruses.
Students need to put sickness first
January 20, 2023
Information for proper holiday light etiquette.
Lights out
January 9, 2023
Sports
Members of the boys varsity basketball team Ved Desai, Saharsh Salama, Tyler Swindell, and Ivan So communicate with each other while the play is stopped.
Chemistry on the hardwood: Boys basketball drives to success
Logan Earle, Staff Writer • January 24, 2023

As the season tips off for the boys varsity basketball team, they look to finish...

Freshman Hee Theng Chong warms up by skating laps around the rink for her skating lesson at SkateQuest on Nov. 3.
Skating through Winter
January 19, 2023
Junior Connor Harrison and members of the winter track and field team stretch at the start of practice on Nov. 30, clad in warm-weather clothes.
Winter track warms up for new season
January 11, 2023
The girls and boys swim team practices in the competition pool at Cub Run Rec Center on Nov. 28.
New swimmers make a splash on girls team
January 5, 2023
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