Meet the Staff: Ms. McQueeney
Look out Oakland Mills High School! We now have a rebel up front, ready to inspire every student here at Oakland Mills. Her name is Ms. Jennifer McQueeney, and she … Continue Reading Meet the Staff: Ms. McQueeney
Meet the Staff: Dr. Fink
As a new school year begins, new faces are accompanied by familiar ones, eager to make the next nine months enjoyable and memorable. This not only goes for students, but … Continue Reading Meet the Staff: Dr. Fink
What’s Wrong With My iPhone?
It is so infuriating assuming that your device is okay only to then find out that your battery is mysteriously slowing down, or that your iPhone’s LCD magically dies. Everyone … Continue Reading What’s Wrong With My iPhone?
Separating Art From the Artist
The year is 2018. Kanye West has been blacklisted from a Detroit radio station for the comments made in his TMZ interview, R&B singer Sabrina Claudio has dropped off the … Continue Reading Separating Art From the Artist
NBA Finals
The NBA Finals are considered by many fans as the biggest stage in basketball. The best two teams from each conference compete for the Larry O’Brien Trophy in June, captivating … Continue Reading NBA Finals
Capital Punishment: Is it Right?
The history of the death penalty, otherwise known as capital punishment, may trace back as early as colonial times during the 1600’s in the United States, according to Carol Dwankowski’s … Continue Reading Capital Punishment: Is it Right?
Conflict in Israel
For hundreds of years, Israelis and Palestinians have been fighting against each other for the land that both believe they should have. In 1948, Israel was established as a country … Continue Reading Conflict in Israel
J.L.R. How Much Did Senior Year Cost You – And Was it Worth It?
Senior year has been the most expensive year thus far. Here’s a quick summary of what I have spent: Price Activities Price Activities $60 Senior Night $300 … Continue Reading J.L.R. How Much Did Senior Year Cost You – And Was it Worth It?
Thoughts of You –– Sydney Walrath
Thoughts of You –– written by Sydney Walrath (Grade 10) It didn’t pull up it was just suddenly there Hesitant and scared I held back but was pulled along by … Continue Reading Thoughts of You –– Sydney Walrath
The Snow – Zoe Curtis
The Snow – written by Zoe Curtis (Grade 9) Have you ever just stood outside, at night, in the snow? There is a certain kind of tranquility, but also a … Continue Reading The Snow – Zoe Curtis
J.L.R. – Learning
How to tell a teacher you’re not learning? Dear fellow student, This is such a good question, and honestly it’s one that I don’t hear asked often––but I don’t know … Continue Reading J.L.R. – Learning
Summer Internships
Hey, upperclassmen! Don’t have any plans for this summer and/or can’t find a job? Apply for an internship! Internships are great resume builders and some of them even pay, on … Continue Reading Summer Internships
Midterm Tips for Freshmen
Set aside time from family, friends, sports, and work to study for each exam. Eat a healthy breakfast before school on exam days. Be sure to get plenty of sleep … Continue Reading Midterm Tips for Freshmen
J.L.R. – Holiday Edition
What was the best movie of 2017? Dear Movie Enthusiast, I think, hands down the best movie was Get Out. From using its platform to talk about emerging racial issues … Continue Reading J.L.R. – Holiday Edition
School Events: Oakland Mills’ Holiday Endeavors
Oakland Mills High School has many groups that are doing various activities to help the community. On November 21, Alpha Achievers hosted a Thanksgiving dinner, from 12pm to 7pm. … Continue Reading School Events: Oakland Mills’ Holiday Endeavors
Did You Know? – Oakland Mills High School’s History
Oakland Mills High School was built to accommodate the new students of Columbia, Maryland. Oakland Mills High School was built in 1973. It was one of the first schools in … Continue Reading Did You Know? – Oakland Mills High School’s History
