Student Art Spotlight: Alex Zarynow
By Sarah O'Brien and Balbina Yang
May 28, 2016
For some people, it’s all about the music, the dance moves or the food. However, for senior Alex Zarynow, it’s all about the pictures. Although he is in Photography 1, Zarynow is self-taught and began taking photos during his junior year at CHS. Ever since, he has won awards, such as in the Congressional...
Turning on Your Technology Can Be a Turnoff
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
February 25, 2016
There is no question that technology is influencing high school teens. From online relationships to newly coined terms of endearment, such as ‘ily’ (I love you), ‘imu’ (I miss you) and ‘bae’ (before anyone else) sent via text, technology has changed the way we view our love lives. “Every...
No Need to Break Out in Tears Over a Break Out on Your Face
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
December 23, 2015
Acne: a chronic skin condition that produces bumps and painful red spots because of hormones, genetics, and stress. Acne is aperfectly normal thing to have, especially when one is a teenager, yet this is usually not viewed as such. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most...
CHS bands represent in All-State, All-County
By Emily Wang and Balbina Yang
December 22, 2015
With over 30 percent of all CHS band students involved in either All-State or All-County Band, it is no wonder that CHS has won many awards for its performing arts. Beginning practice in January and February of 2016, the All-State and All-County Bands are just a few of the many outside ensembles...
Rice water revealed to have rejuvenating effects
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
October 20, 2015
With school well under way, students’ stress levels are at an all-time high, leading to fatigue and breakouts. While it is difficult to get enough hours of sleep and combat acne, it is not impossible, thanks to rice water. According to organicfacts.net, a health and food website, there are many...
Excused Absences Too Much of a Hassle for Students
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
September 29, 2015
CHS may be 24th in the nation for college readiness, but its confusing and intensive process of approving excused absences makes for a less successful learning environment, as it discourages additional educational endeavors and promotes dishonesty. Whether it’s due to a college visit or a religious...
May the 4th be with you every year
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
May 14, 2015
With a day dedicated to it, there is no doubt that Star Wars is considered to be one of the most epic and influential science fiction movie series of all time. Also known as Star Wars Day, “May the fourth be with you,” the pun of the famous Yoda saying, celebrated its 36th anniversary last Wednesday. ...
Must-read novel twists typical story of teen love
By Balbina Yang, Features Editor
April 28, 2015
Many young adult (YA) novels rarely remain in the reader’s head after he or she turns the last page. However, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, with its perfect blend of teenage angst, friendship and romance, does the complete opposite and even manages to remain in readers’ hearts...
Mandatory PARCC affects scheduling, class time
By Emily Wang and Balbina Yang
March 23, 2015
More than 500 CHS students participated in the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) tests this month. According to a February 2015 MCPS letter, PARCC provides a better measurement of whether students are prepared for college once they graduate from high school. “The...
Athlete Commits: Eunbbie Kim
By Balbina Yang, Advertising Manager
February 25, 2015
Congratulations to senior Eunbbie Kim who recently committed to play golf at Bucknell University next year. “I started playing golf when I was around 9 years old.” Kim said. “I loved the game, but I actually didn’t play often and started competitive golf only right after eighth grade.” Even...