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

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

The Purple Tide
Rachel Neathery

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor

Rachel Neathery is a senior in her third year writing for The Purple Tide. Outside of school, she loves spending time honing her passion in the arts, such as painting, jamming piano with her jazz friends or video editing. She is currently secretary on FBLA’s leadership board, because of her interest in business– being an avid Suits fan. She is looking forward to being the staff’s graphics editor this year at TPT.

All content by Rachel Neathery
Better Sleep month 2

[Photo] Better Sleep Month delivers wake-up call to students

Nandini Sattineni, Staff Writer
May 30, 2025
From South India, to China, to Samoa, Asian and Pacific Islander representation have featured asian actors as protagonists from some of the most popular movies in cinema. Left to right: Nani from South India, Jackie Chan from China and KJ Apa from Samoa. ( Illustration by Rachel Neathery)

Students share their favorite Asian, Pacific Islander celebrities

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
May 21, 2025
On April 4, senior Alex Lee and the outreach team presented ThyroCure’s circuit and magnet activity boxes made by the educational seminar team at the Oakton Symphonium event at Oakton High School.

Student-led nonprofits serve local communities

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
May 12, 2025
The Wave Episode 2

The Wave Episode 2

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
March 24, 2025
book review

[Photo] TikTok ban threat leaves BookTok finding new shelf

Nandini Sattineni, Staff Writer
April 4, 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

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
February 11, 2025
On Dec. 12, members of the Korean Club perform a traditional fan dance during a rehearsal. Photo by Rachel Neathery

[Photo] Students place spotlight on cultural festivities

Hansika Gautama, Features Editor
February 7, 2025
mental health

[Photo] Melodies explore music’s role in mental health

Camila Rodriguez-Marrero, Staff Writer
February 26, 2025
Alongside training to teach Chemistry 2 DE in the 2025-2026 school year, Chemistry teacher Anila Gill teaches her seventh period class on Nov 20.

FCPS offers new course schedule selection

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
January 10, 2025
Traditional Hispanic food used to celebrate during Three Kings Day.

[Photo] Celebrating Three Kings Day with tradition, significance

January 6, 2025
Permission of Brett Jordan (CC-BY-2.0)

Brat Summer to Demure Fall pipeline

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
November 7, 2024
On September 12, Lt Col Michael Rue discussed their first day in uniform with senior fourth-year cadet Vy Thai and junior first-year cadet Ethan Montatsky.

Rue transitions from Air Force officer to AFJROTC instructor

Rachel Neathery, Graphics Editor
October 11, 2024
After practice on April 20, Coach Anna and the varsity girls team take a group selfie to put a wrap on the day. (Photo Provided by Anna Klinker)

Coach Spotlight: Anna Klinker serves for success

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
June 2, 2023
Dressed in a fluorescent colored áo dài, a traditional Vietnamese dress, An Nguyen and her mom celebrate festivities in Vietnam. Áo dài can be worn in less formal settings or during special occasions like Tết, the lunar new year celebration.

First-, second-generation Vietnamese-Americans pass down culture, traditions

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
April 28, 2023
AP classes are able to catch the attention of college admissions officers, helping students stand out compared to the rest of the competition. A strong grade in an AP class typically shows that students have developed a thorough understanding of the subject.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: AP classes’ true opportunities overlooked by students

TPT Staff
April 27, 2023
CDramas see popularity with student body

CDramas see popularity with student body

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
March 23, 2023
Valentine's Day: The day of broke, heartbroken singles - Satire

Valentine’s Day: The day of broke, heartbroken singles – Satire

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
February 14, 2023
Knowing the symptom differences of respiratory illnesses can better help identify and diagnose an affliction.

Similar symptoms cause confusion between COVID-19, seasonal illnesses

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
December 12, 2022
Prepackaged food such as Frito chips, Jello, gummies and cheese sticks are food options to quickly munch on.

Taste of Culture; Students share lunch alternatives for back to school lunches

Rachel Neathery, Copy Editor
October 31, 2022
A student waves a pride flag through the air during the walkout on Sept. 27 in protest against the state's new model policies.

VDOE’s new model policies trigger protest from LGBTQIA+ groups, supporters

Rachel Neathery, Haley Oeur, and Sixuan Wu
October 17, 2022
My mom, brother and I admire the eye-catching view on Griffith Observatory as the sun sets behind the Santa Monica Mountains.

Summer Diaries: Rachel Neathery

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
August 18, 2022
For more information, visit the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

[Photo] Athletes, coaches share how to keep safe while exercising in heat

Delaney Brooks, Staff Writer
May 31, 2022
On May 6th, Freshman Mathangi Ramakrishnan and Alexandra Smith read for leisure at Chateau while drinking a Chocolate Grande Frappuccino.

Hangout hotspots spice up summer relaxation

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022
Freshmen Anna Gaysh and Claire Moon playing the violin as they practice pieces for an upcoming concert. Famous violinists such as Saint Saens, Beethoven and Vivaldi have composed violin concertos and repertoires since the Baroque Era.

Classical curiosity: Listeners explore boundless genre of music

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
April 20, 2022
typical’s Cassie and Izzie, alongside the MCU’s Phastos and Ben and The Owl House’s Luz and Amity, are just a few queer characters emerging in new media.

Television characters represent LGBTQ+ community

Sharon Santos and Rachel Neathery
February 9, 2022
Maddy Latham, Katie Craddock and Loki Anderson run through the script for “Magic In The Attic” during after-school rehearsal on Nov. 16.

‘Magic In The Attic’ embraces cultural heritage through storytelling

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
January 20, 2022
Students use their personal pronouns to identify themselves and be referred to.

Pronouns need to be respected in classrooms

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
November 7, 2021
English teacher Laura Guilmartin plans future lessons at her desk during her free block.

Laura Guilmartin

Rachel Neathery, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
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