Sabina Salguero, News Managing Editor
June 11, 2019
RHS’ It’s Academic team placed third out of 81 teams in the D.C. Metro Finals after being defeated by Montgomery Blair High School (MBHS) and Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS) 565–455–360 May 18 at NBS studios in D.C. This is the first time in nine years RHS has made finals since winning the Metro Championships in 2010. Until recently, the furthest RHS’ It’s Academic has gotten was to semifinals three years ago. Although the RHS team had a good run during the final game, MBHS ultimately outdid both SSFS and RHS. MBHS has won the It’s Academic Superbowl for the past three consecutive...
Paige Krawczel, Staff Writer
October 1, 2019
Despite not playing their first game of the season, the RHS football teams were 1-0 during the first week of school after Damascus High School (DHS) had to forfeit the first game of the season for hosting illegal practices. DHS broke two MCPS practice rules over the summer. All sports teams are prohibited from practicing on Sundays due to religious purposes, and fall sports’ rules mandate that tryouts and practices can not start until Aug. 14. DHS football coaches held a practice on their stadium field Sunday, May 19. DHS’ assistant principal caught the football team practicing illegally...
Monica Blassou, Staff Writer
June 12, 2019 • No Comments
Rockville staple with New Jersey roots, Carmen’s Italian Ice has become a popular spot for desserts, with a great atmosphere for students to cool off over the hot summer. The menu is filled with a variety of ices, custard flavors, shakes, cakes and snacks. With over 40 flavors of ice and tens of custards, there are many possibilities for unique mixtures. Flavors vary almost weekly, with a select few that remain available all year. In the morning, people can visit Carmen’s to grab coffee and breakfast, a less popular, but nonetheless delicious option. Covered in murals and unique paintings,...
June 12, 2019 • No Comments
As of September 2018, MCPS has decided to drop the PARCC exam, after disapproval from many students and staff, and implement the new Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) test next school year. The goal of the MCAP is to gather information to strengthen instruction and improve student...
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