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Variety show comes to a close, as all the participants reach the front of the stage.

The Annual Variety Show

Axel Blake, Reporter/Cartoonist December 4, 2024

Talent shows are a stereotypical school experience, and our school is no different. Every year, there is something called The Variety Show, students can sign up to show off what they’re good at. Singing, instruments, comedy and scripted acts are just...

Bouncers And Guest Lists: Inside The Hottest New Club At Our School

Bouncers And Guest Lists: Inside The Hottest New Club At Our School

Ryan Pericak, Reporter December 4, 2024

The hottest, most exclusive club in Arlington is not where many would expect. If you want to get into our school’s library during Patriot Period, and you’re not on the door list, you might not want to spend your time waiting in a line to get in. There...

Katie Shore as Abigail Williams (back), and Caitlin Burke as Betty Parris (front).

Arthur Miller’s The Crucible: Fall Play Makes It’s Outstanding Debut

Harper Kois and Luke Colbert December 4, 2024

Yet again, the theater department of our school makes an astonishing fall debut. This year, they decided on The Crucible, a story by Arthur Miller based on the true events of the Salem witch trials. Since starting rehearsals in early September, the cast...

Local pie shop, Livin' the Pie Life located on Glebe Road.

A Dessert To Be Thankful For

Luke Colbert, Reporter November 27, 2024

Thanksgiving often gets overlooked as the little brother of Christmas. However, a lot of people don’t appreciate the traditions that come with it. For many people, it's a day spent with family watching football, the Macy’s Day Parade, and gearing...

Mariah Carey iconically breaking through the ice singing "ITS TIME" on November 1st.

How Early Is Too Early To Start Celebrating Christmas?

Andrew Cole and Emily Miller November 26, 2024

By Emily MillerFor many, the Christmas season is the most wonderful time of the year. But how early is too early to whip out the jingle bells and mistletoe? Some Christmas fanatics would argue that the holiday never really ends and can be found listening...

Carson Knowles, showing enthusiasm as she is preparing to give the morning announcements.

The Voice Behind Our Morning Announcements

Scarlett Gray and Maggie Dickerson November 17, 2024

You’re walking into class and a feeling that you forgot to do something creeps upon you. Quickly, you check your backpack, but it’s full, with your books and computer stuffed alongside your lunchbox. You even remembered a computer charger, which you...

How AFAC Is Combating Food Insecurity In Arlington

How AFAC Is Combating Food Insecurity In Arlington

June 14, 2024

In Arlington County there are 30,000 people living on less than $42,690 a year. This figure is a mere 30 percent of the Average Median Income (AMI) for a household in Arlington. This group makes up 10 percent of Arlington’s population and, as cost of...

Animal Shelters in Arlington

Animal Shelters in Arlington

June 14, 2024

Even though Arlington County is one of the smallest in the U.S by land, we are home to many animal shelters. From locally-based organizations to local chapters of national organizations, we have it all. Below is a list of a few of these shelters and their...

Colonial Williamsburg day trip.

Best Arlington Day Trips

Jackson Weber and Emily Snelbecker June 14, 2024

Arlington is extremely lucky to be situated so close to so many attractions and cities. Here are a few day trips you can take if you are feeling in the mood for an adventure.Skyline Drive: A staple destination for anyone searching for a trip here...

A Comprehensive Review Of Our Local Libraries

A Comprehensive Review Of Our Local Libraries

Brendan Schmitt, Reporter March 22, 2024

Arlingtonians are lucky to have a multitude of public libraries scattered throughout the county. The libraries range not only in size but also in the variety of books they possess.Central Library: Central Library is the biggest public library in...

A Student’s Complete Guide to Prom Shopping in VA

A Student’s Complete Guide to Prom Shopping in VA

Mary-Frances Dempsey, Reporter March 22, 2024

Prom season is coming, and our school’s students are beginning to search for their outfit. Between tuxedos and dresses, our students want to show up and show out. But where do the best get-ups come from?Arlington and DC both have a plethora of fashionable...

Need a Late Pass? Ask Campana and Perez

Need a Late Pass? Ask Campana and Perez

Olivia Hays, Reporter March 7, 2024

During your time at our school, you may find yourself coming in late on occasion. You can find the attendance office just outside the atrium for a tardy slip. Here resides attendance workers Constance Campana and Anai Perez.This is Campana’s 31st...

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