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Meet MCPS’ New Superintendent!

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Ray Njassu Administrator, Dr. Taylor, MCPS, Ray Njassu, school, Student needs, superintendent

Over the summer, MCPS instated a new superintendent who emphasizes student well-being and equity. Dr. Thomas W. Taylor was sworn

What’s Happening with Hall Sweeps?

May 3, 2024May 3, 2024 Josephine Andoh hall sweeps, Josephine Andoh, school

For the past couple of weeks, there has been an increase in hall sweeps happening between classes. Before the next

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

Legislators Are Making Laws That Harm LGBTQIA+ Youth, Again

May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 Former Staff Member 0 Comments DeSantis, Disney, Don't Say Gay, Florida, LGBTQ+, school, Youth

Time and time again, queer youth voices have been silenced. Historically, legislation has been passed that completely endangers queer youth,

MCPS Virtual Snow Day Update

February 7, 2022February 7, 2022 Former Staff Member 0 Comments Learning, MCPS, school, Snow Day, Sofia Norberte, virtual

On Feb. 4, MCPS announced to the community that they are currently considering implementing virtual learning during days where schools

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Upperclassmen Uncensored: The Advice Column

February 4, 2022February 7, 2022 Former Staff Member 0 Comments Advice, Alayna Brandolini, Indira Kar, Lauren Ambe, Relationships, school, Self help, Shyness, Sofia Norberte, Studying, Valentines

Welcome to the new and improved Blake Beat advice column, where your esteemed upperclassmen, Sofia, Alayna, Lauren, who, along with