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Tiffany D. Jackson speaks at Yorktown regarding her book, Mondays Not Coming

[PHOTO] So Close, Yet So Far: A Glance into Monday’s Not Coming

April 5, 2019
Deborah Waldron helping students with a physics lab.

[PHOTO] Deborah’s Force on Yorktown

February 15, 2019
Current Sentry siblings have a laugh together

[PHOTO] The Families of The Sentry

January 31, 2019
8D Music on YouTube

[PHOTO] 8D: The Future of Music

November 13, 2018
Principal Bridget Loft speaking to students at prom

[PHOTO] Loft’s Successful First Year

June 20, 2018
The arguably better way to relax is at the beach

[PHOTO] The Better Way to Cool Off

June 8, 2018
Junior, Alison Sawyer, sporting Capitals gear around school.

[PHOTO] Capitals Playoff Spirit Around Yorktown

June 8, 2018
Students line up for MacBook re-imaging

[PHOTO] Computer Re-imaging: What Does It Entail?

June 6, 2018
Freshman Ethan Anderson would describe his style as me.

[PHOTO] Project Runway or Project Yorktown?

April 27, 2018
Some of the best conversations are those overheard by other people walking in the halls while you lap or walk to class.

[PHOTO] Overheard in the Halls

April 27, 2018
A teacher was randomly selected to start “teacher telephone.”

[PHOTO] Teacher Telephone

April 26, 2018
Senior Bradley Davis has participated in choir on and off since 3rd grade.

[PHOTO] Musician of the Day: Bradley Davis

April 26, 2018
Students were asked if they buy lunch or bring lunch.

[PHOTO] This or That

April 26, 2018
According to the attendance office, most students usually come to school late on Mondays.

[PHOTO] Why Were You Late?

April 26, 2018
The painting by Elis F., created in 1993, depicts Kermit the Frog sitting at a table with a cup of tea and a jar of sugar directly in front of him.

[PHOTO] Yorktown’s Best Artwork

April 26, 2018
A history fanatic from a young age, Yorktown graduate turned-teacher Ryan Zito always knew that teaching was the job for him.

[PHOTO] Person To Know: Ryan Zito

April 26, 2018
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Filling out a NCAA basketball tournament bracket and choosing winners of the 63 games to be played creates a buzz every year from even the non-sports fans due to its history of being unpredictable.

[PHOTO] March Madness Brackets In Five Words

March 23, 2018
In recent months there has been a call for action nationwide as the sexual assault problem has come to the surface and gained a huge amount of attention.

[PHOTO] PAVE and 1in4 Assemblies

March 19, 2018
A little more than 3 weeks ago, Snapchat rolled out a controversial new update.

[PHOTO] Dear Snapchat: If It’s Not Broken, Don’t Fix It.

March 12, 2018
No non-mobile game has garnered such an intense following than up-and-coming developer Epic Games’ battle royale smash hit Fortnite.

[PHOTO] A Nite To Remember

March 12, 2018
Many students and teachers have come together in order to recognize Black History Month within the school.

[PHOTO] Celebrating Black History

March 1, 2018
In addition to a change in teaching style, there are concerns that students are abusing the strictly instructional use of laptops.

[PHOTO] APS Computer Update

February 14, 2018
With over 16 million followers on Youtube and a combined 20 million on Instagram, it is clear that Logan Paul has a strong influence.

[PHOTO] Logan Paul’s Removed Video: A Necessity on Youtube

February 8, 2018
Assistant Principal Scott McKowen shared his thoughts about the Virginia graduation requirements.

[PHOTO] Possible Changes to Virginia Diploma Eliminates Certain SOLs

February 8, 2018
Senior Emily Brooks rigorous work schedule and academic accomplishments have paid off as she has committed to Pomona College.

[PHOTO] Athlete of the Month: Emily Brooks

February 8, 2018
Star Wars: The Last Jedi was the most recent addition to the Star Wars saga.

[PHOTO] The Ups and Downs from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

February 5, 2018
Many families have their own unique traditions for the holidays.

[PHOTO] The Best Holiday Family Traditions 2017

December 21, 2017
The most common way kids tend to find out Santa isnt real is finding presents from Santa in their parents’ room before Christmas.

[PHOTO] Santa Spoiler Alert

December 21, 2017
Many students have complained about the lack of menu labels.

[PHOTO] Cafeteria Lacking a Sign Telling Students What’s for Lunch

October 26, 2017
After moving to Portland, Oregon, teacher Chris Mauthe realized how much he missed working with students.

[PHOTO] Back from a Break: Returning Teachers

October 26, 2017
The overwhelming support throughout the country for those in need makes people smile!

[PHOTO] Five Heartwarming Stories Sure to Brighten Up Your Day

October 26, 2017
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[PHOTO] Jessie Moyer and Joseph Ramos

October 7, 2017
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[PHOTO] Maggie Keane and Eliza Howard

October 7, 2017
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[PHOTO] Claire Kuwana and Grant Blumberg

October 7, 2017
Saavedra’s students have nothing but high praise to say about her teaching.

[PHOTO] The Title of Teacher of the Year Sums Up Saavedra

June 15, 2017
Fleischer taught at Arlington Public Schools for 35 years

[PHOTO] Saying Goodbye to a Picture Perfect Teacher

June 1, 2017
People listen to every different genres between classes

[PHOTO] Yorktown’s Playlist

April 24, 2017
115 students were late to their first or second period this morning

[PHOTO] Why were you late?

April 24, 2017
Mr. Kuppens is known for his humor in school

Person To Know: Nicholas Kuppens

March 9, 2017
Many people have different opinions on censoring manuscripts

[PHOTO] A Sensitive Issue

March 9, 2017
Whether you watch for the commercials or the game, everyone gets excited for the Super Bowl

[PHOTO] The Calm Before the Storm: Super Bowl Week

February 15, 2017
Theater IIIs and IVs went to the VHSL Regional Competition for their outstanding production of The Lottery

[PHOTO] The Lottery Lead to a VHSL Jackpot

February 14, 2017
Redskins jerseys are seen around school

[PHOTO] Redskins on the Rise

January 19, 2017
Mr. Hanson has been teaching in Arlington for 37 years

[PHOTO] Bruce Hanson: A Yorktown Legend

January 19, 2017
There are lots of charity opportunities during the holiday season

[PHOTO] Volunteering For The Holidays

December 20, 2016
Some houses have decorations for different holidays

[PHOTO] Chrism-ukkah

December 21, 2016
2016 was an interesting year for everybody

[PHOTO] 2016 In Five Words

December 20, 2016
It isnt uncommon to see people holding hands around school during the holiday season

[PHOTO] The Cuffing Season

December 20, 2016
Sophomore Jordii Yee has made a huge impact on the Yorktown community

[PHOTO] Getting To Know Jordii Yee

November 17, 2016
Senior Christian Cleaveland shows off his No Shave November beard

[PHOTO] No-Shave November

November 17, 2016
Theatre IIIs and IVs made their own version of The Lottery

[PHOTO] Yorktown Theatre Presents: The Lottery

November 15, 2016
The Outsiders is a book that deals with many different topics, including friendship

[PHOTO] The Outsiders Shedding Light on Judgment

October 18, 2016
The coming of Fall means tons of cool possibilities

[PHOTO] Falling Into Fall

October 14, 2016
Shari Benites was named a White House Champion for Change this year

[PHOTO] Shari Benites: A Champion of Change

October 13, 2016
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