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In the new 2023-2024 SOL Schedule, there will be three major testing dates which are in a row from April 30 to May 2. Since there are only a small number of students taking the History SOL, the school day will start at the regular time.
Freshman Taniya Rajjohn spends time with freshmen Naina Kohli and Uma Sarkar relaxing during lunch on March 15th. “I love hanging out with my friends when I feel stressed, it gives me a break from my worries,” Rajjohn said.
Early start to school detrimental student health
In dedication: The board displays George T. Snyder Jr., previous City of Fairfax mayor from 1983-1990. Photo credit: Lizzie Sun.
Junior Isabel Kraft holds a rescued dog at an event for A Forever Home on Dec. 17, 2022.
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In the new 2023-2024 SOL Schedule, there will be three major testing dates which are in a row from April 30 to May 2. Since there are only a small number of students taking the History SOL, the school day will start at the regular time.
Change in SOL schedule provides flexibility for non-test takers
Hansika Gautama, Business Manager • April 26, 2024

While some pursue the Standard Diploma and others aim for the Advanced Diploma, five...

In dedication: The board displays George T. Snyder Jr., previous City of Fairfax mayor from 1983-1990. Photo credit: Lizzie Sun.
Snyder Trail construction passes despite local opposition
April 24, 2024
Dean of students Sonny Romine and assistant principal Zach Winfrey monitor the math bathrooms during class on March 13. Photo by Asmin Cakir.
Bathroom vandals disrupt learning, results in severe consequences
April 18, 2024
Though 63 CHS students park across Stringfellow Road at the Chantilly regional library, there is no crosswalk from campus to the library parking lot.
Administrators encounter roadblocks between Stringfellow, safety
April 16, 2024
arts&entertainment
Sam Wolff and his tap group practice the choreography during rehearsals.
Theater Department sets sail for ‘Anything Goes’
Asmin Cakir, Staff Writer • April 18, 2024

A cast of 50 people and a tech crew of 25 people are producing “Anything Goes” unlike the smaller productions in the past. Although in previous...

Junior Emerson Mustard listens to Noah Kahan while reading in her free time.
Music alleviates stress in students
April 4, 2024
Blooming Trends: Springing into style with the latest fashion
Blooming Trends: Springing into style with the latest fashion
March 19, 2024
Digital art teacher Christine Choi looks at the “Colossal” art website for the “pass the ball” animation video.
Artists aspire aesthetic art
March 12, 2024
Features
Freshman Taniya Rajjohn spends time with freshmen Naina Kohli and Uma Sarkar relaxing during lunch on March 15th. “I love hanging out with my friends when I feel stressed, it gives me a break from my worries,” Rajjohn said.
April stress quest: Self-Care strikes back
Nandini Sattineni, Staff Writer • April 26, 2024

In the whirlwind that is student life, stress is typically a silent issue, impacting...

Junior Isabel Kraft holds a rescued dog at an event for A Forever Home on Dec. 17, 2022.
Volunteering sparks positive change, discovery of new passions
April 23, 2024
Healthcare clubs prescribe dose of innovation
Healthcare clubs prescribe dose of innovation
April 15, 2024
Smith looks through the security cameras to track a lost item.
From lost to found: Security office reunites owners with their belongings
April 10, 2024
Opinions
Early start to school detrimental student health
Early start to school detrimental student health
Alexine Cornelio, Social Media Editor • April 25, 2024

The alarm rings like a maniac as the sun is starting to come out—it's too early...

Seniors Natalie Shinego, Kyle Cobb, Alex Marcalaya and Sasha Smith play their trombones on March 15. Photo by Tyler Ellison.
Rich history, musical achievements: Jazz deserves greater recognition
April 17, 2024
Sarayu Pulipati, Brianna Edwards, Varna Selva, Katie Sample, Emily Scott, Varshini Gourishetty, Shriya Seenuthoju and Jewelle Sanchez (left to right) chose to go to DC on prom night last year as a big group of friends, making it a night of fun and friendship. Photo courtesy of Shriya Seenuthoju
Need for perfect prom creates pressure around dating
April 12, 2024
Staff Ed: Fairfax County’s environmental policy opens gates for progress
Staff Ed: Fairfax County’s environmental policy opens gates for progress
April 9, 2024
Sports
A crowd of Wizards fans began to pack Capital One Arena on Jan. 31. The Wizards ended up losing to the Los Angeles Clippers 125-109.
Logan’s Corner: Washington sports call off relocation deals
Logan Earle, Staff Writer • April 22, 2024

Professional sports teams being located outside of the city they are named after...

The CHS players run on the field before the game against South Lakes. Many members have set goals for this season. “This season I would like to be a solid defensive member on the team, and to win a lot more this year then last year,” senior defensive midfielder Jonathan Han said.
Varsity boys lacrosse attack to victory
April 18, 2024
College fans in Orlando crowd Kia Center to watch the Duke vs. Oral Roberts (ORU) March Madness first round matchup on March 16, 2023. Number four ranked Duke ended up defeating 12th ranked ORU 74-51. (Photo used with the permission of Cameron Lai-Harrris)
Logan’s Corner: Cinderella teams shape magic in March
April 5, 2024
Junior Arya Jadhav manages her team’s defense from the sidelines during a game at Sully Community Center on Feb. 11.
High school hoopers: Students volunuteer as coaches for CYA
March 15, 2024
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