Netflix’s On My Block is not on our block
By Sofia Williamson, Senior Writer
May 31, 2018
Filed under Arts, Movies and Television, Online Exclusives, Top Stories
It's rare that we see a television show highlighting minority neighborhoods and the violence that takes place within them. If we did see a show on these topics, however, we would only hope that it would be well-executed and accurately document the struggles that people living in such conditions endure. Netfl...
Avengers: Infinity War lives up to the hype
By Ethan C. Miller, Senior Writer
May 18, 2018
Filed under Arts, Movies and Television
“Avengers: Infinity War” delivers a conflict of mass proportions in the perfect way; tons of action, great characters and minimal down-time. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, The Marvel Cinematic Universes (MCU) 19th installment, “Avengers: Infinity War” is the best Marve...
“Before My Eyes” is a must-read for CHS students
By Miranda Chung, Assistant Opinions Editor
May 15, 2018
In Before My Eyes, author Caroline Bock perfectly captures the societal problems of today, by weaving her story very closely to reality. It is a new thought-provoking young adult novel featuring the lives of three teenagers whose lives were forever changed after being held at gunpoint. ...
Rich the Kid releases promising new album “The World is Yours”
By David Malament, Promotions Manager
May 10, 2018
Rich the Kid, XXL 2018 Freshman, platinum artist, and only 25. The Atlanta, GA native, Dimitri Leslie Roger better known as Rich the Kid released his first album, The World is Yours on March 30th. Rich the Kid’s album had a couple songs on the billboard top 100. Popular songs on the a...
Weeknd’s new album “My Dear Melancholy” deserves a listen
By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor
May 9, 2018
Following Instagram posts of himself in the studio, Abel Tesfaye, better known by his stage name, The Weeknd, released a new Extended Play Mar. 30. Titled My Dear Melancholy, the six track record marks a return to The Weeknd’s dark style, which was featured heavily on his mixtape Trilogy and firs...
Large and in-charge: new rap artists break out on the scene
By Jackson Resnick, Features Editor
May 9, 2018
Filed under Arts, Music, Top Stories
Each year, a new group of rappers emerges into the mainstream, turning heads and gaining recognition through social media. The annual XXL magazine Freshman List highlights the 10 hottest new rappers, earning each rapper the prestigious title: “XXL Freshman.” XXL is a magazine specializing hip-hop...
“A Quiet Place” impresses without saying a word
By Rebecca Jackson, Senior Writer
May 9, 2018
Filed under Arts, Movies and Television, Top Stories
A new horror movie directed by John Krasinski came out Apr. 6 and made quite a statement at theaters and in the box office without making a sound, literally. “A Quiet Place” focuses on a rural family tormented by supernatural forces. They must stay completely silent in order to survive, and communicate...
Summer concerts bring heat to D.C. area
By Drew Ingall, Senior Writer
May 9, 2018
Filed under Arts, Music, Top Stories
It’s that time of year. The weather is getting warmer, outdoor concert venues are opening and big music artists are coming to town. That’s right, it’s concert season. The stretch from early May until the middle of June is jam-packed with visits from big music artists from all over; in the DMV,...
CHS students appreciate art through free D.C. exhibits
By Rebecca Jackson and Becky Wolfson
May 9, 2018
Filed under Arts, Top Stories
With an incredible amount of museums within the D.C. metropolitan area, it only makes sense that CHS students take advantage of free and entertaining art exhibits. The Renwick Museum just opened its “No Spectators: Beyond the Renwick” exhibit that highlights the art of the Burning Man Festival,...
Student Art Spotlight: Sebin Jeon
By Vicky Gunawan, Observations Editor
May 9, 2018
Filed under Arts, Top Stories
Art is not just a black-and-white subject, as it is usually thought of as vibrant and complex. However, for junior Sebin Jeon, her style of expressing her creativity is through the use of monochromatic, or single colored, pencil drawings. Jeon recently received a Gold Key and honorable mention for...
Alumnus Michael Mainwaring makes dreams a reality
By Cherri Tung, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
Filed under Arts
Have you ever wanted to become an actor but never thought you’ll have the opportunity? Well for Michael Mainwaring, he had the chance of a lifetime to realize his acting dreams. It all started in first grade when he went to a song and dance competition with his brother at Montgomery Mall to win...
Student Art Spotlight: Jiyou Kang
By Riley Hurr, Circulation Manager
April 12, 2018
Filed under Arts
High school is a time of discovery and self reflection. Many students are still searching for their passions and future career interests. But junior Jiyou Kang has already discovered his calling as an artist. Kang takes drawing classes both in and outside of school. Whether it’s doodling in his...