A few years ago, mythological sexed-up monsters, like the vampires and werewolves of Twilight, were all the rage. However, as of recently, another trend has infected not just the teenage world but the adult world as well. The stumbling, moaning, flesh-craving zombie apocalypse has taken over television and cinema. AMC’sContinue Reading

Students have voiced privacy concerns over the county’s new wireless device registration process. The “new Wi-Fi,” as it is often called, allows students and staff to set up their own devices without having to accept terms and conditions every time. It also requires an FCPS app or software to beContinue Reading

BBC Three’s In the Flesh offers a fresh alternative to the traditional good versus bad plot lines of most zombie franchises. The show is set in England after the Rising, in a society where Partially Deceased Syndrome sufferers are treated and then rehabilitated back into their communities. The two seasonsContinue Reading

Social studies teacher Ilsa Tinkelman didn’t expect dating advice when she began her career in teaching. When Tinkelman subbed for social studies teacher Matthew Axelrod at age 22, a student jokingly suggested she should date a student’s brother with the last name Winkeljohn, eventually leading to the hyphenated last nameContinue Reading

Fairfax County decided against any delay or cancellation for its schools on Jan. 6. Though weather forecasts predicted a mere one to two inches of snow, between four and six inches fell on the county, making for treacherous road conditions and slippery sidewalks. The lack of action from FCPS was followedContinue Reading

It’s that time of the year again.  Once again you’re scrambling around at the last second, racking your brain for gift ideas while simultaneously trying not to drain your bank account.  Luckily for you, we have a few ways to save money on gifts at the last minute. 1. Don’tContinue Reading

The administrative team that oversees Marshall High School will undergo several changes in the near future. Brandon Wolfe, principal of co-facility, the John Davis Center, will take the position of interim assistant principal from January 5 onward. Wolfe has previously taken the roles of special education teacher, department chair, summerContinue Reading

Water makes up more than 60% of the human body, but it doesn’t get there on its own. To maintain a healthy body, recommended water intake is 13 cups of water daily for men and nine cups daily for women. Drinking water has many benefits other than simply staying hydrated.Continue Reading

After competing at the district level, DECA is heading off to state competition. Members who participated at districts get to go to the next level to compete against  students from other schools. To get to where they are, DECA has organized practices several hours before big competitions—“Lots of practice,” senior Kate BockContinue Reading