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Clearing the Way: Addressing MOCO's Challenges with Student Safety

Clearing the Way: Addressing MOCO’s Challenges with Student Safety

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor January 17, 2025

This past week, we experienced three snow days. While I was among those grateful for the unexpected break right after winter break, my appreciation quickly turned to frustration when I returned on Thursday...

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Compassion and Service

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Compassion and Service

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor January 10, 2025

 On December 29, 2024, Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away at the age of 100. His legacy will endure for generations. From founding the Carter Center, which focuses on human...

Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa

Hillary Juarez, Staff Writer December 20, 2024

As The Current nears the Holiday break, we’d like to highlight one of the many celebrations occurring around this time. The Current’s highlight is none other than Kwanzaa's welcoming of the 2025 New...

The unbelievable truth about Christmas lights!

The unbelievable truth about Christmas lights!

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor December 6, 2024

Every year around this time, my family puts up Christmas decorations. Through past experience, I've realized that one thing can make my 6-foot-4, ex-army uncle break down: a string of plastic lights with...

Upcoming SAT on December 7th: Tips and Insights for Success

Upcoming SAT on December 7th: Tips and Insights for Success

Brianna Cherry, News Manager Editor December 6, 2024

The SAT, a key standardized test for college admissions, is scheduled for Saturday, December 7th, 2024. With the test date approaching, students nationwide are gearing up to demonstrate their proficiency...

Interview with Wally the Wolverine

Interview with Wally the Wolverine

Junee Kim, News Managing Editor December 5, 2024

Wally the Wolverine is an icon, representing Watkins Mill High School. With the former Wally having graduated last year, who is our new Wally for the 2024-2025 school year? Follow this interview with the...

Winter Sports Preview

Winter Sports Preview

Josephine Guy, Sports Managing Editor December 3, 2024

As the winter season is about to begin, the excitement is building for our school's sports teams! With packed schedules of events, there's something for everyone to look forward to. Here’s a sneak...

Turkey Troubles? Me too.

Turkey Troubles? Me too.

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor December 2, 2024

“It’s the happiest time of the year,” or so the holiday slogan claims. I’ve always found that a little hard to believe. Sure, there’s joy, but there’s also enough stress. Families can bring...

National Native American Heritage Month Feature: Rachel Caroline Eaton

National Native American Heritage Month Feature: Rachel Caroline Eaton

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor November 19, 2024

This week, in honor of National Native American Heritage Month, we shine a spotlight on Rachel Caroline Eaton. She is recognized as the first-ever Native American and Indigenous person to earn a PhD. Eaton...

2024 Presidential Elections: Reliving my eight year old fears

2024 Presidential Elections: Reliving my eight year old fears

Tracy Espinoza, Opinion Managing Editor November 7, 2024

I was eight years old when a screen fighting between blue and red tainted my face. At eight years old, I was terrified. The Associated Press had announced that Donald Trump had won the 2016 Presidential...

Why be financially stable when you can have a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks?

Why be financially stable when you can have a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks?

Zoë Conroy, Features Managing Editor October 31, 2024

Fall is officially in the air, which means stores are preparing for Christmas—because who doesn’t want to hear jingle bells while sweating in a pumpkin patch? Thankfully, we can skip the holiday tunes...

Photo credit: Khao Kheow Open Zoo Facebook

Sass, Class, Moo Deng

Tracy Espinoza, Opinion Managing Editor October 30, 2024

Conquering Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand, Moo Deng, a three-month-old pygmy hippo, wins this year's "It-girl" award, capturing the hearts of millions around the globe. Moo Deng,...

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