Layla Mohran, class of 2026 Advisory is a waste of time. Is it to make more friends? People already know what works best for them. It shouldn’t be forced. From what I’ve seen of high school so far, everyone has their own group. Sorting into grades isn’t a good ideaContinue Reading

A common narrative that is spread around Marshall’s community is that in the past few years big changes have been made, most seemingly negative. In my time here I’ve definitely been disgruntled and infuriated with many of the changes—and lack of changes—that have gone on during my time here. MyContinue Reading

Aiming to unite clubs, the Club Council takes its first steps into Marshall. Co-founders and juniors Josephine Blanton and Manahil Jawaid aim to encourage communication and collaboration among clubs. The Council’s sponsor is Health and P.E. 9 teacher and clubs and activities assistant director Laura Campbell. “The issue is thatContinue Reading

For many, a new school year brings an opportunity for new goals. This is the case for Hendrick Booz, who wants to be more patient with his IB English Literature HL 2 and Theory of Knowledge students this school year. Booz said his wife, Kelly, and mother both suggested thisContinue Reading

Take a look at some old stories we’ve published through the years! “Chance the Rapper unveils coloring book” – may 2016 “Arsonist lit up Homecoming in 1980” – october 1998 click here for… “Bionic Christmas” – december 1976 “Proposal takes place on Santa’s lap” – december 2002 “Students Plan toContinue Reading

A deep dive into the Spirit Week through the decades. This year is the 60th anniversary for not only Rank&File, but also Marshall itself. Through these 60 years, both the publication and the school have changed drastically. With Homecoming occurring every year, we always somehow have something different to talkContinue Reading

After working in Tanzania and Mozambique, English teacher Jessica Batterton has returned to her education career—and her hometown. Batterton recently worked at the International Youth Foundation, an international nonprofit, where she focused on employability programming. This year Batterton is teaching English 10 and English Language Development 3. She said herContinue Reading

Governor Glenn Youngkin of VA has revised new guidelines from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). These guidelines could kill trans students in Virginia. In fact, they will. I have been fighting for trans protections at Marshall High School and in Fairfax County Public Schools since my freshman year. ThatContinue Reading

Freshman Trevor Bates and senior Zuli Ruth talk about their spirit week. What did you like about spirit week? Bates: “Everyone showing their spirit for Marshall was pretty cool.” Ruth: “Spirit week was fun because it felt like everyone participated.” How was the Homecoming dance? Bates: “It was fun. TheContinue Reading