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Girls varsity soccer team huddled for team prayer before fall 2021 game.

Pray before Play? How students feel about praying before games

by Marla Rowley and Anessa Davy May 19, 2022

Whether or not religion can be discussed in schools has been an ongoing debate for decades. Parents, teachers, and students of all cultural backgrounds and religious beliefs have argued that it is inappropriate...

In a collage created by Alexis Simmerman, some of these amazing fictional moms are featured, including Pema from Avatar: The Legend of Korra, Mrs Boonchuy from Amphibia, Angella from She-Ra: The Princesses of Power, Aunt Ellen from Lolirock, Eda Clawthrone from the Owl House, Maya from Ninjago, Sarai from the Dragon Prince, and Julieta from Encanto.

Next to my own #1 mother, the best mothers are in animated television series

by Alexis Simmerman, Editor May 10, 2022

Everyone has a different definition of the term “motherly” but the one thing I think most people can agree on is that they’re the most loving and supportive people in a person’s life. As a result,...

Students in DRCC pose together for a picture after a meeting.

Teens find a friends and spiritual life at Damascus Road Community Church

by Lindsay Shade, Reporter May 4, 2022

Going to church and attending youth groups has become a more popular activity with teenagers. In these times, youth groups are an opportunity that would bring kids hope within themselves and others. Usually,...

My brother has been walking for a year, and Ive been following him ever since.

For me being a big sister means being 16 years older

by Katherine Lopez, Reporter May 3, 2022

When my one-year-old brother cries, guess who gets up to hold him?  Me.  I am the “big sister.”  And when I say that, I mean I am sixteen years older than my two siblings.  What is it like...

Many students are embarrassed of their allergies and the tables that accompany them. There should be no embarrassment when all youre doing is keeping yourself safe.

The allergy table creates uncomfortable segregation

by Emily Rice, Reporter April 29, 2022

Picture lunch detention, sitting at that one round table in the cafeteria where everyone can see that you were late to school for the third time and got in trouble. Embarrassing, but you have plenty of...

Do you want to be a teacher?  Some students return to FCPS to teach

Do you want to be a teacher? Some students return to FCPS to teach

by Kaelyn Diaz, Reporter April 29, 2022

From age 5 to 18, students have spent 22,540 hours with 61 different teachers.  The older we get, the more we come to understand how hard being a teacher really is, but still some students want to...

Why I avoid Maryland gun shows

Why I avoid Maryland gun shows

by Mack Mullinix, Reporter April 27, 2022

On April 4,the Frederick County gun show was held at The Frederick Fairgrounds. Gun shows have always been an event I've enjoyed attending. Even though I can't legally purchase many of the items...

Batman review: Is he getting old? The trilogy needs a refresh

Batman review: Is he getting old? The trilogy needs a refresh

by Lizzy Miller, reporter April 26, 2022

There are so many Batman movies and books out in the public, and the number just keeps on growing. The newest addition is The Batman directed by Matt Reeves. Robert Pattinson plays the iconic role of Bruce...

Is making Daylight Savings Time permanent the best option for teens?

Is making Daylight Savings Time permanent the best option for teens?

by Marla Rowley, Reporter April 26, 2022

Recently this year, the U.S.  Senate has passed a bill that would end the twice annual clock reset. This would decrease energy consumption and benefit the health of Americans who are impacted from the...

Pro: STEM encourages creativity.

Pro: STEM encourages creativity.

by Seth Moses, Reporter April 25, 2022

 Many kids struggle deciding on whether they should take the STEM route or the liberal arts route. I would suggest taking the STEM route for kids who are undecided. Building bridges, designing a house,...

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