Local Fall Events: Upcoming To a Place Near You

       What do people think of when they hear the word “fall?” The obvious answer would be pumpkin spice themed food or even other products.      Concerts are great examples of fall related activities and here are some events that would spice up the fall season.  Hosted at the Capital One Arena (formerly the Verizon Center) in Washington D.C., Imagine Dragons perform … Continue reading Local Fall Events: Upcoming To a Place Near You

Ms. Wright – First Edition of Meet the Staff

  In the time McKenna Wright has taught English at Oakland Mills High School, she has displayed many special attributes including a positive attitude and engaging teaching. In an interview with Ms. Wright, she revealed many hidden characteristics that a multitude of students may not have known about her. When asked why she became an English teacher, Ms. Wright answered, “I love literature and storytelling … Continue reading Ms. Wright – First Edition of Meet the Staff

Newly Discovered Exoplanets

    A study published by Journal Nature announced during a conference at NASA headquarters that they had discovered seven exoplanets that are similar to Earth, which is 40 light years away. Researchers used a telescope called TRAPPIST (TRAnsiting Planets and PlanetesImals Small Telescope) to record the exoplanets’ distance from their stars, radii, masses, orbital rotation and revolution. The seven newly discovered exoplanets are revolving … Continue reading Newly Discovered Exoplanets