Music to Our Ears
October 6, 2010 • James Darby
Filed under News
Ever been to a home football game? Ever stayed for the half time show? Ever wondered who writes music for the OHHS band? Well to answer all the questions that come to mind, Mr. Walter A. Harley director of bands/ orchestra at Oxon Hill High School is the arranger for the Marching Clipper Band. It all... Read more »
If You Really Knew Me – The Anime Nerd
October 7, 2010 • Miah Green
Filed under Student Life
The anime fanatics. We all know of them. Usually seen wearing odd fashions inspired by their favorite characters. Often found with their noses in a Japanese comic. And when they’re put in a group? All the talks are centered on the new role-playing game that’s out, or their costume ideas for the next... Read more »
Got Security?
October 7, 2010 • Brittany Goodman
Filed under News
“The craziest thing I’ve ever seen was kids having sex in the stairwells.” Deputy Franklin explains. How do you tell the parents about what you’ve just encountered as a security officer? Well, we’re not in their shoes as much as they are. “Based on the student population, we are slightly... Read more »
Bring Home the Bacon!
October 10, 2010 • Imani Brown
Filed under Uncategorized
On September 12, 2010 in Los Angeles, California, more than 50 pounds of raw meat was worn as a dress at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards by the infamous Lady Gaga. Although she is known for her idiosyncratic way of dress, the “tough” fabric seemed to shock observers. When she walked to the stage... Read more »
Style vs. Practicality
October 10, 2010 • Anthony Aquino
Filed under Opinion
Fashion is a common commodity to most teenagers. It is a way in which expression is brought out. Through their clothing, teenagers create their own “style.” The school system however believes that through uniform efficient students are made. Transitioning from one to another is a big change. So the... Read more »
If you really knew me…Overachievers
October 12, 2010 • Robyn Harper
Filed under Student Life
What do people who achieve higher than a 3.5 every quarter, have lots of extra-curricular activities under their belt, and still manage to go that extra mile to achieve have in common? Absolutely nothing. Well maybe they do, but don’t think that every overachiever eats, sleeps, and breathes school.... Read more »
MORE THAN MOVES (If You Really Knew ME)
October 12, 2010 • Christal Todd & Andre Artis
Filed under Student Life
“When I was sixteen my mom and I got into an argument over something pointless which by the end of it I was put out of the house. My belongings and my memories were trashed; all I had was the few articles of clothing’s, shoes and memories I left with and then those that my younger sister hid in her... Read more »
If You Really Knew Me; Jocks Version
October 12, 2010 • Thalia Goddard
Filed under Student Life
Moving along the hallways of OHHS, on any given day, can be found groups students in different cliques such as; Cool Science and Tech students, Cool Comprehensive students, Hispanics who only hang with Hispanics, Hispanics who only hang with Blacks, the Weird kids (that don’t fit into any category),... Read more »
½ Day Professional Development – Early dismissal for students
September 25, 2010
Filed under Event Calendar
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Rain, Rain, Go Away: The effects of constant rain on sports
October 14, 2010 • Erica Williams
Filed under Sports
Football, soccer, outdoor track, and baseball conditioning all have one thing in common: they are all sports that practice outdoors. Sometimes rain isn’t a problem when it comes to outdoor practices. Even at the little league or boys and girls club levels, practices aren’t cancelled unless... Read more »
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