Since the dawn of the new year, two Montgomery County high schools have faced multiple safety concerns, adding fuel to recent conversations about students’ security in schools and the quality of their...
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division—high schoolers all wish they could go back to the simpler days of math. However, MCPS math scores have recently been dropping across the board, especially...
The MCPS Board of Education (BOE) stands at a pivotal crossroads in shaping the future of the classroom for its students. As students' academic and personal needs evolve, so must the system designed to...
By Amari Suissa, Sports Editor
• December 19, 2024
MCPS is known for its high-quality programs, elite staff and top students. The many components of a functioning school system require enough funding to make them possible, which is designated by the Board...
Speech is a part of everyday life. It is used to communicate with one another and even now with the rise of technology, speech is a crucial part of clear communication. Without being able to clearly communicate,...
On Oct. 7, 2024, five WCHS seniors were caught sharing racist and antisemitic content on a school document, containing numerous references to the “N-Word,” “K-Slur” and Nazi symbolism. The response:...
By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor
• December 10, 2024
On July 25, 2024, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) investigated MCPS’ management of a multi-million dollar contract to acquire and operate 326 electric school buses. The investigation concluded...
Towards the end of the third quarter, MCPS students, teachers and parents alike were caught off guard by a sudden overhaul in Synergy, the system that serves as the center for students’ most important...
It is no secret that WCHS is known for its rigorous courses and strong academics. While students strive to do well, they are given something to fall back on—the 50% rule. With MCPS’ 50% rule, students...
By Lily Chadwick, As. Sports Editor & Photo Manager
• May 30, 2024
“What do I need to get on my next test to keep an A?” This is a question that WCHS students are heard saying daily. Although other programs had served a similar purpose, Tinu Vanapamula’s "Grade...
On May 23, 2024, the Montgomery County Council approved a $7.1 billion budget for Montgomery County’s fiscal year 2025, which is higher than the gross domestic product (GDP) of at least 42 countries,...
Sports are extremely competitive and a huge part in MCPS, especially at WCHS. Every school year, fall sports are given around 18 weeks for the regular season and winter sports 20 weeks. In stark contrast,...
