If you claim to like running in Arlington, either you’re one of the two people on this earth who enjoy hilly runs, or you’re lying. Running here is terrible. It just is. Nothing is more humbling than finishing a 30 minute “easy” run and having...

Every year, students decide what classes they want to take for the coming year. Although most students go off of preference or future plans, college applications are always considered in some shape or form.The most recent data on admissions for the...

You have probably heard of Taylor Swift or Bob Dylan, both lyrical geniuses that transformed the musical world. However, I’m guessing you don’t know the masterful composers of songs here at Yorktown. The songwriting club combines all the talent that...

Are you in need of ideas for spending your Valentine’s Day weekend? Whether you’re looking for an engaging excursion or a laid back stay-at-home itinerary, here are eight ideas for spending your ideal hallmark holiday with friends or a date.Trampoline...

Between studying for midterms and the winter weather discouraging any outdoor activity, you probably haven’t gotten out of the house much recently. However, there’s a quick solution to your days stuck indoors and you probably didn’t realize it was...

Washington DC has a plethora of museums. There are the big players, like the Smithsonian museums, the National Gallery of Art, or the National Archives, but what about the lesser known museums? There are plenty of hidden gems you can find in DC, as well...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...