Worldwide shutdown amidst pandemic allows Earth to breathe
By Melissa Redlich, Sports Editor
May 21, 2020
For decades, a polluted cloud has loomed over China and murky waters have filled Venice’s canals. But recently, both the skies and the waterways have begun to clear up, leaving beautiful and clean cities. If everyone is determined enough, we can keep it this way. It’s ironic that these positive changes ar...
Music provides a safe haven during COVID
By Hannah Zozobrado, Senior Writer
May 21, 2020
Students have witnessed a shift in their vision of the world. Cancellation of the rest of the remaining school year, cancellation of highly anticipated events and cancellation of large group gatherings with friends are just a few of the changes that make up the cancellation of a typical student life. This...
Lockdown protesters need to focus getting rid of Covid-19
By Sapna David, Features Editor
May 11, 2020
As a result of the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases in the state of Md., Gov. Larry Hogan issued a stay-at-home order--basically a lockdown. For the past few weeks, Marylanders have been holed up in their homes, uncertain of what lies ahead, and when life will return to normal. As families and friends...
Should MCPS implement the “pass/fail” grading system for semester 2?
By Ella Kaminsky, Features Editor
May 11, 2020
Eight weeks ago, life for everyone in the United States took a turn for the absolute worst. As the Coronavirus continues to sweep the globe, not only is it severely affecting many people’s health, but each and everyone’s everyday lives have been altered. From being quarantined in our houses and n...
States shouldn’t reopen until they have a plan
By Jeremy Fredricks, Assistant Opinions Editor
May 11, 2020
As the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths per day starts to plateau and shrink across the country, there comes the question, “What’s next?” For millions of unemployed Americans, they hope to return to work; just like students and teachers returning to the classroom environment. Governors now...
Coronavirus doesn’t stop sports teams from practicing
By Andrew Chan, Sports Editor
May 11, 2020
Coronavirus has shut down school entirely, ruining the year for many students. Not only has this shutdown affected academics, it has also disrupted the sports schedule for WCHS teams. However, teams like boys soccer and basketball have adapted, turning to online calls to stay in playing shape. ...