Solely because I am not pursuing the IB Diploma, the exclusive Theory of Knowledge (TOK) class is closed off to me. TOK should be made available to all juniors and seniors, regardless of what diploma program they chose. Despite the shortage of teachers who can lead the class, opening upContinue Reading
After getting her start at Marshall in 1999, administrative assistant Kathy Veoni will leave in late December. Originally, Veoni worked in the Defense Intelligence Agency. After 15 years of government work, she sought to be closer to family. Prior to the Activities Office, Veoni worked at Marshall’s front office, theContinue Reading
Clubs and after-school activities are one of the many ways students are able to form a bond with each other and develop school spirit. In the aftermath of virtual learning, clubs have started scheduling in-person meetings again, with mixed results. “This year, I would say it is pretty similar toContinue Reading
The Saturday school program requires volunteers like English teacher Margaret Hemmingson, who has been supervising it since 2019, to keep it afloat. The program was implemented to help students who are struggling or need a quiet space to do their work on the weekends. “There were quite a few [students]Continue Reading
One of the themes I have observed in the coverage of other publications across our county, and rightfully so, is the spotlight that mental health has taken. Early December can be a time of stress for high school students, especially after a year and a half of virtual instruction. InContinue Reading
Today marks the 29th annual International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and what began as a yearly observance first celebrated by the United Nations in 1992 has made its way into the classrooms of George C. Marshall High School. English Teacher Claire Tinsley has been promoting this day through InstagramContinue Reading
For senior cheer captains Whitney Booth and Iyesha Souiri, taking home the title of district champions once again marks a satisfying conclusion to their cheer careers. Despite a change in districts this past year, the varsity cheer team won their fourth consecutive title. “The most special thing about being onContinue Reading
Music filled C hall last Wednesday at the first acoustic LEARN concert of the year. The concert showcased student bands CPK, Bad Flowers, and Paved, in addition to English teacher Walter Miller, who played Kid Cudi’s “Pursuit of Happiness” on guitar. “I was shocked to hear him singing, because heContinue Reading
With his classes back in person, guitar instructor Mathew Kulikosky said it’s time to get out of the bedroom and onto a stage. After playing behind a screen for a year, guitar ensembles are back in the classroom. “Being by yourself and playing the guitar isn’t necessarily a disaster, butContinue Reading
Growing up in Panama, junior Leo Perez chose his path at an early age. Alongside becoming a golfer at age seven, Perez added guitar to his list of talents. “I lived in Panama for around seven years.” Perez said. “I was born in Venezuela, and we moved [to Panama] whenContinue Reading