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Science teacher Ashley Hastings writes the date for an upcoming anatomy quiz on the board on Aug. 28.
Spanish teacher Alina Jimenez Rosa reviews sophomore Nadia Blanco Huarita’s notes on Aug. 22.
Subschool 5 Assistant Principal Brad Bartosiewicz demonstrates his passion for his work in a discussion with crisis resource teacher Peter McDonough in his office in Subschool 5 on Aug. 21. “I couldn’t just sit in a cubicle,” Bartosiewicz said. “I like to be in the schools with the students and the staff. That’s what motivates me.”
French teacher Hannah Hughes class on Aug. 26. Photo by Saaya Patel. stands in front of the Eiffel Tower during her trip to France in the summer of 2019. Photo used with permission of Hannah Hughes
Special education teacher Andria Watkins gives her class directions and possible takeaways during instruction on Aug. 25.
News
Republican candidate Stewart Whitson delivers a speech at the Virginia Republican Ticket rally on July 1.
Campaigns work toward winning special election
Huda Noorzai, Copy Editor/Graphic Editor • September 8, 2025
According to the European Union
European Union implements new travel requirements for 2025
June 22, 2025
Lotte, a grocery store, stocks its aisles with predominantly imported goods.
Tariffs raise prices on imported goods
June 16, 2025
The School Board members passed the motion concerning the use of cell phones during school hours on May 8. The board voted to allow students to use cell phones during lunch. Photo courtesy of the Fairfax County School Board.
District revises cell phone policy based on new Virginia law
June 5, 2025
Arts&Entertainment
The Birthday Cake cookie was part of Crumbl’s lineup from Apr. 28- May 5 .
Crumbl’s cookies rotating lineup crumbles expectations
Huda Noorzai, Business Manager/Copy Editor • June 24, 2025
Internet-loved Dubai chocolate misses mark with copy cats
Internet-loved Dubai chocolate misses mark with copy cats
June 17, 2025
Sophomore Isabella Santos Maia chooses a healthy eating option at CAVA. “CAVA is becoming really popular on social media right now for being a healthy eating out option, so I decided to stick to being healthy while eating out,” Maia said.
Gen Z engages in healthy lifestyles promoted by social media
June 14, 2025
Taken place in a small suburban town, “Better Than the Movies” is the debut rom-com novel by Lynn Painter. Mantrala and Bana praised the book for being fun, fresh and wholly embodying the idea of rom-com.
Bookworms share their favorite summer rereads
June 11, 2025
Features
Science teacher Ashley Hastings writes the date for an upcoming anatomy quiz on the board on Aug. 28.
Hastings finds family at CHS
Nischal Annapareddy and Leilah Ross • September 16, 2025
Spanish teacher Alina Jimenez Rosa reviews sophomore Nadia Blanco Huarita’s notes on Aug. 22.
From mom’s classroom to her own, Jimenez Rosa teaches Spanish
September 15, 2025
Subschool 5 Assistant Principal Brad Bartosiewicz demonstrates his passion for his work in a discussion with crisis resource teacher Peter McDonough in his office in Subschool 5 on Aug. 21. “I couldn’t just sit in a cubicle,” Bartosiewicz said. “I like to be in the schools with the students and the staff. That’s what motivates me.”
Bartosiewicz powers up for school year, fuses interests with supporting community
September 13, 2025
French teacher Hannah Hughes class on Aug. 26. Photo by Saaya Patel. stands in front of the Eiffel Tower during her trip to France in the summer of 2019. Photo used with permission of Hannah Hughes
Hughes says ‘bonjour’ to first year at CHS
September 12, 2025
Opinions
Headquartered just under five miles from CHS, the National Rifle Association is among the largest organizations dedicated to preserving gun access in the U.S. Photo by Nischal Annapareddy
Staff Editorial: We must close the ‘open gate’ to violence
TPT Staff • August 18, 2025
Yes, the fall of American exceptionalism is social media’s fault too
Yes, the fall of American exceptionalism is social media’s fault too
June 19, 2025
A pride parade takes place with plenty of rainbows. Photo used courtesy of Pexel from Chicago, IL, United States.
America still needs Pride Month
June 13, 2025
On Jan. 14, 2014, 6-year-old Lizzie Sun eats her leftover lunch at Einstein Bros. By then, English had replaced her first language, Korean.
Personal column: How I season my ‘flavor of Asian’
June 9, 2025
Sports
CHS has six sports this summer that are holding summer camps ranging from the grades K-12.
Summer camps bring Chargers, community closer together
Gabby Roper, Staff Writer • June 10, 2025
Parents and students wait for the Future of CHS Athletics meeting to start in the cafeteria on May 7.
Community discusses future changes at athletics meeting
June 2, 2025
Sophomore Kyle Hammer subs into the game during the second half against Centreville High School on April 29. Chantilly won 3-2.
Boys soccer surpasses last season’s success
May 28, 2025
Senior captains serve up leadership
Senior captains serve up leadership
May 22, 2025
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Republican candidate Stewart Whitson delivers a speech at the Virginia Republican Ticket rally on July 1.

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Headquartered just under five miles from CHS, the National Rifle Association is among the largest organizations dedicated to preserving gun access in the U.S. Photo by Nischal Annapareddy

Staff Editorial: We must close the 'open gate' to violence • 45 Views

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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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FCPS chief safety and security officer Brian Lambert operates an OPENGATE weapons detector for a student in an April 10 training video. Photo courtesy of Fairfax County Public Schools.

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French teacher Hannah Hughes class on Aug. 26. Photo by Saaya Patel. stands in front of the Eiffel Tower during her trip to France in the summer of 2019. Photo used with permission of Hannah Hughes

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