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Sincere Senior Fathiha Sheriff Looks to Send Off ´24 Grads

June 10, 2024June 10, 2024 Melanie Licona Class of 2024, Fathiha Sheriff, Graduating Senior, Graduation, Senior, speech, student speaker

With graduation right around the corner, you might be wondering about the student speaker. Blake’s panel of teachers has chosen

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Ruby of the Season: Mark Hernandez Blanco

May 13, 2024May 13, 2024 Morgan Holden Bridgerton, Mark Hernandez Blanco, Morgan Holden, Play, Ruby

Hello, my esteemed reader, This author is pleased to shed light upon the latest in high-class entertainment. A new artist

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Swimming Towards Success

April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 Julianni Wyche Andrea Dworak, Blake, Julianni Wyche, MCPS, swimming

Andrea Dworak is undoubtedly Blake High School’s most decorated swimmer, with many state titles, school records, and amazing performances. And

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The Blake Namesake

February 7, 2024 Hannah Pritchett Blake High School, Eubie Blake, James Hubert Blake

In honor of his fast-approaching birthday, it only seems right to remind and educate the students of Blake on the

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Coach Marshall MCPS COTY

January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 Julianni Wyche 0 Comments Blake, Blake football, Coach of the Year, COTY, MCPS, Mr. Marshall

Blake Football had a great run this fall, ending undefeated with a record of 9-0 in the regular season and

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The Marvelous Ms. Chaplin

January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 Josephine Andoh business, counseling, mental health, Ms. Chaplin, self-care

Whenever you pass by Room D153, you might notice a teacher standing at the door, talking enthusiastically with her students,

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Blake’s New Jazz Band Teacher

December 19, 2023December 19, 2023 Michael Hromalik Blake Music, Concert, Jazz Band, Marching band, Mr Solomon, UMD

A graduate of Paint Branch High School and a University of Maryland alum, Mr. Abel Solomon’s end goal was always

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Engineering: An Elective for Everyone

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 Jose Morales Rivera class registration, education, electives, Engineering, Jose Morales Rivera, Technology

Welcome! Are you wondering what electives to take next year? Let me tell you about Engineering/Technology Education. These classes are

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What is the Thomas Edison Technology Program?

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 Leila Diomande careers, Edison, Graphic Design, Health Professions, Leila Diomande, programs, school, SkillsUSA, Technology, Thomas Edison High School of Technology, We Are SkillsUSA

Have you ever wondered what happens to the kids who get called to the “Edison bus” at 11:00 right before

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Freshman Fiona Stars Onstage

November 20, 2023November 20, 2023 Kassandra Pougoum acting, Cydney Wilson, dancing, Kassandra Pougoum, performing arts, Shrek the Musical, singing, theater

With Shrek the Musical happening last week, we decided to take a look into one of the main actresses, Cydney

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TBB Meets New TBT (The Blake Trainer): Ms. Tiffany Perry

November 17, 2023November 17, 2023 Julianni Wyche Athletic Trainer, Blake Athletics, Julianni Wyche, student-athletes, Tiffany Perry

The heart and soul of every high school is the students, especially the ones who make an impact, and this

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The Eclectic Mr. Cain

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 Former Staff Member Andy Alomoto, education, History, Mr. Cain, teaching

In the upstairs E hallway, just south of the library, lies a seemingly dormant room, which is easily missable and

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Kai, the Clarinet King

October 31, 2023November 2, 2023 Nicole Johnson All-State Band, Clarinet, Feature, Jazz Band, Kai Johannessen, Marching band, Saxophone, student feature

You may not know it if you pass him in the halls, but Junior Kai Johannessen is among the best young

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The Writing Center: Welcoming Students in Need

October 30, 2023October 30, 2023 Jose Morales Rivera college, college essays, Dr. V, Mr. Bing, tutors, Writing Center

The Writing Center is back at it again with another incredible year of help and hospitality towards kids in need

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17 Years, 17 Apps

October 27, 2023November 6, 2023 Suhela Hettiarachchi apps, Bongani, college, HArvard, Questbridge, scholarships, Suhela Hettiaachchi

College applications are arguably the most stressful time in a student’s academic career. Simply hearing the word “college” makes seniors

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