Bike accidents skyrocket in lieu of helmet-less riders
By Nur Yavuz, Assistant Observations Editor
December 8, 2019
A lesson that is annually drilled into the heads of little kids all across the world: “Wear your helmet while riding your bike to prevent head injury.” However, according to recent studies, the number of bicycle accidents due to not wearing helmets is skyrocketing. Maybe little kids should not be...
SciTech Technion international program fosters new experiences
By Hannah Zozobrado, Arts Editor
November 28, 2019
William Shakespeare had once said “the world is your oyster,” but in a world of billions of people, it may be hard to stand out against the abundance of competition. However, for some people, standing out may come naturally; after undergoing the application process, WCHS senior Nathan Slotnik had ...
“Let it Snow” captures the essence of the holidays in a unique way
By Maya Bhattiprolu, Assistant Online Editor
November 28, 2019
Let it Snow is a classic holiday movie with a twist—there are three different point of views. Told from the eyes of three young adults, Let it Snow allows the audience to get a glimpse into their lives. Based on the young adult book by John Green, Lauren Myracle and Maureen Johnson, Let it Snow features...
“Be free or die”: Harriet Tubman’s remarkable story explodes on the big screen
By Sacha Feldberg, Arts Editor
November 25, 2019
Lying flat on the ground, her eyes are closed, but her mind sees the nightmarish memories of her past along with flashes of the future. Every time she closes her eyes in prayer, she has the uncanny ability to see the unseen. This is our first glance of Harriet Tubman (Cynthia Erivo) in the latest Ho...
Why people love Karen McManus’s mystery books is no mystery
By Jeremy Fredricks, Assistant Opinions Editor
November 25, 2019
Looking for a great read? With murder? Detention? A twist ending? Karen McManus’ One of Us is Lying, and Two Can Keep a Secret are great books. The 2018-2019 Black Eyed Susan award-winning novel One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus displays the impact of deep friendships while in an ominous setti...
Lobby Baby: Seth Meyers in this Netflix special lives up to expectations
By Olivia Yasharoff, Assistant Sports Editor
November 25, 2019
Joining fellow comedians John Mulaney, Leslie Jones and Dave Chappelle, Seth Meyers debuts his own stand-up comedy special on Netflix, stepping away from his usual desk scene and leaving his suit behind. Being the host of Late Night with Seth Meyers for five years, Meyers mixes things up with his very own c...
Hack on Naviance terrifies the MOCO community
By Nur Yavuz, Assistant Observations Editor
November 13, 2019
The safety concerns of administration greatly increased after the news of two students in Montgomery County hacking into the Naviance college-prep database system came into light. The suspects were able to see the personal and school related data of 1,344 students at Wheaton High School and are now under p...
Parent Observation Day must go out the door
By Austin Vinner, Photo Editor
November 12, 2019
With the turnout at last month’s Parent Observation Day being low, the purpose of this event comes into question. On the outside, Parent Observation Day seems like a great idea that allows parents to have a larger role in their child's education, but it can also have some negative effects that migh...
Homecoming week improvements boost school spirit
By Charley Hutton, Advertising and Subscriptions Manager
November 12, 2019
Cowboys are wandering the halls on Wednesday. Captain America is eating in the cafeteria on Friday. The only time of the year that it is socially acceptable to wear pajamas to school has arrived: Homecoming Spirit Week. This year, vast improvements were made in regards to getting people hyped for spi...
WCHS students express themselves through their clothing choices
By Trevor Gardemal, Social Media Manager
November 12, 2019
American photographer and designer Bill Cunningham once said: “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.” This is especially true in high school, where students may feel judged by their peers everyday. Some students choose to use their personal style as not only a means o...
School violence threats must be taken seriously
By Anna Kronthal, Opinions Editor
November 10, 2019
Last year’s bomb threat left WCHS students evacuated from the building and contained within the football field stadium for hours. This past month’s shooting threat left students in their regular classes as if attending a normal day of school. Threats of school violence are becoming increasingly common. Alt...
TBaar bubbles its way past other tea shops
By Cherri Tung, Arts Editor
November 10, 2019
Many students may think of Kung Fu Tea or Gong Cha when the topic of bubble tea comes up, however, TBaar is the latest bubble tea shop in the WCHS area. TBaar is a bubble tea shop rooted in New York, but one has recently opened up in North Bethesda, a close range for WCHS students. They are well k...