New MCPS LGBTQ+ Studies course makes history
By Trevor Gardemal, Social Media Manager
May 13, 2020
Over the past few years, MCPS has made efforts to diversify their curriculum. These changes include the introduction of books written by women and people in color into English curriculums, and the introduction of history courses beyond what is normally taught. In 2021, MCPS will extend this to member...
MCPS debates divisive redistricting policies
By Sacha Feldberg, Arts Editor
January 2, 2020
Members of Montgomery County are divided on the concept of redistricting, as the Board of Education pursues a comprehensive assessment of the county’s boundaries. The Board has been hosting Districtwide Boundary Analysis Public Meetings in Montgomery County, including a recent public hearing at the ...
Administration works to fight against vaping epidemic
By Miranda Chung and Ohio Meshanko
October 18, 2019
To date, more than ten teenagers have been confirmed dead as a direct result of e-cigarettes, or vapes. Last spring, some anonymous WCHS students were found intoxicated in a bathroom due to vaping. One student even had to be picked up by ambulance after another vaping related incident. E-cigs w...
Rockville Rape Charges Dropped
By Brandon Li, Online News Editor
May 17, 2017
According to a May 5 WTOP article, charges filed against two Rockville High School students are now dropped. According to a May 5 MCPS announcement, Superintendent Jack Smith states the 18-year-old will be charged with child pornography, while the 17-year-old will be tried in the juvenile...
CHS Ranked #1 in M.D., #75 in U.S.
By Julia Lescht, Online Opinions Editor
May 1, 2017
CHS was recently ranked the number one high school in the state of Maryland and the 75th best high school in the U.S. by US News and World Report’s 2017 High School Rankings. CHS additionally earned a gold medal and was ranked number 108 in National STEM High Schools. The well-known annual high...