The National Education Association recommends a class size of 15 students, especially in the early years of education. However, according to the U.S. Department of Education, the average U.S. class size in 2010 was 25 students. To many, this situation seems like an obvious disadvantage to the students in the largerContinue Reading

As the student population blasts through the election season, a proposed change in the Student Government Association (SGA) election process has arisen to make the elections fairer. “The SGA will be done through a process similar to, but not exactly like, the electoral college in the U.S. government,” SGA boardContinue Reading

You may have seen the emails on Twitter begging FCPS to delay school start times, with gripes about sleep deprivation and circadian rhythm.  And despite the lack of recent news on the subject, the FCPS School Board has recently met to discuss the issue of later school times. While someContinue Reading

The unusually long and cold winter has left more than a trail of snow days in its wake; it also left gaping potholes in many of the roads on the east coast. It’s especially noticeable in the northern Virginia area, where we aren’t as used to some of the sideContinue Reading

With a price tag of $50 to $60, prom tickets can be difficult to pay for. But where does the high cost come from? Each year, the Student Government Association takes charge of planning the spring dance. Part of the SGA board members’ role is to raise money so theContinue Reading

Gendered marketing goes beyond the make-believe kitchens and toy guns of childhood, following individuals far into adulthood. Mimicking the clearly defined toy aisles—one just for girls, and one just for boys—cosmetic and clothing aisles noticeably don’t just use signs to boast the difference between two genders. An easy distinction toContinue Reading

Fractures, strains, sprains, tears and twists. Sports injuries are common—and terrifying. Especially when the big game is coming up with all the college scouts, or the meet that determines your place in regionals. But it’s not the end of the world, it just requires some time off to ensure aContinue Reading

Shows that were cancelled but should still be on: Firefly This spaghetti western space drama was everything a sci-fi lover could dream of. A Joss Whedon masterpiece, Firefly brings a new meaning to Clint Eastwood’s “Space Cowboy” circa 2000. The marriage of high-tech spaceships and dusty saloon doors makes for anContinue Reading

Arctic Monkeys: “I Want It All” Disclosure: “Latch” Bear Hands: “Giants” MisterWives: “Reflections” RATKING feat. King Krule: “So Sick Stories” Big Black Delta: “Money Rain Down” Hall and Oates: “You Make My Dreams” The Olivia Temor Control: “California Demise 3” Vance Joy: “Riptide” Nico & Vinz: “In Your Arms” Alexandr Desplat: “Ron’s Speech” Toto: “Africa”Continue Reading