After the recent drop in COVID-19 cases and loosening of restrictions, including in-school mask mandates, it seems to many that the pandemic is finally coming to an end. Despite this, it is still early...
By Austin Vinner, Laughs at own jokes
• April 4, 2022
Just a gentle reminder that late arrivals, notes for early dismissal passes and notes for past absences should go to the now open attendance office by the main entrance. Does this sound familiar? Maybe...
It’s no secret that the 2021-2022 school year has been great for WCHS athletics. From the varsity football team making playoffs to the wrestling team qualifying for states, both student-athletes and...
As students get back into the hustle and bustle of school after winter break and the multitude of snow days, there are more changes than meets the eye. Surrounded in controversy around in-person school,...
Burnt out. That’s how many students at school this year are feeling. Transitioning back to in-person school has been challenging enough, and now that students have finally begun to feel normal again...
$15 an hour. This is the minimum wage in more than 20 states including parts of Maryland, like Montgomery County. Sadly, $15 is also the amount being offered to MCPS teachers who choose to give up free...
Imagine a crackling fire, glowing bright warm light shining throughout the house. A family is gathered early in the morning around a lush green tree, enrobed in decorative ornaments and lights. The excitement...
As students continue the transition back to school, the issue regarding school safety comes back into question. Recently this has become more prevalent at WCHS due to an incident that occurred on Oct....
With the 2021-2022 school year trekking on full steam ahead, let's recap what has probably been the most significant change in schools compared to previous years: masks. So how has the mask mandate been...
Over the past year, virtual school has become an important point of contention across the country. It is hated by some due to the learning difficulties it poses and revered by others as an easier way to...
Over the past year, MCPS has done its best to provide as many normal experiences to students as possible. Many events have undergone changes to account for adequate social distancing and other precautions,...
By Austin Vinner, Observations Editor
• March 22, 2021
With the increased distribution of vaccines, a select amount of students are beginning to return to school. This not only provides improved learning for many students, but it also brings the excitement...
