Exterior of the back of Oakland Mills High School at dusk.

Tips to Pass High School

Advice from a departing senior High school can be a challenging time for many students, with academic pressure, a social life to maintain, and personal responsibilities to manage all at once. In the quest for success, some individuals may be tempted to explore more unconventional or ethically questionable methods to secure a passing grade. While academic integrity should always be upheld, it’s essential to acknowledge … Continue reading Tips to Pass High School

Testing Season Approaches

Info about upcoming exams and tests As spring approaches so does the ever-stressful season of exams. AP Exams are standardized tests given out as a chance to prove how well students know the material within a college-level (AP) class and allow them to potentially earn college credit depending on how high they score. AP Exams take place over two weeks in May. A five is … Continue reading Testing Season Approaches

30 Scholarships for High School Students

30 ways to save on tuition! It is no secret that college is expensive, and as time goes on, the more the prices rise. While nobody wants to be in debt for the rest of their lives, it is equally daunting to consider turning down your top colleges because of astronomical tuition.  Scholarships serve as beacons of hope, bridging the gap between unattainable tuition and … Continue reading 30 Scholarships for High School Students

HCPSS Phone Ban Starting Next Year! by BO Omidiran

Will this motivate students to focus more on their academics? According to the Howard County Board of Education, students will no longer have the privilege to bring their phones to schools starting in the 2024-2025 school year. The Board of Education has decided to create this new rule because there has been a severe decline in students’ academic performance for the past few school years. … Continue reading HCPSS Phone Ban Starting Next Year! by BO Omidiran

Elective Spotlight

What classes should I pick for next year? With class selection time here, it can be difficult to figure out what classes you might like. This can be especially true when class names arenโ€™t particularly informative; like, what on earth happens in Strength and Conditioning? Since choosing the right electives for you is vital to your high school experience, here are a few classes my … Continue reading Elective Spotlight