Kelly McGarey, Co-Editor in Chief
February 27, 2010
If you are a teenage girl, seasoned after years of navigating the turbulent road of inter-sex relationships with a semi-effective combination of low expectations, patience and a willingness to ignore a broad spectrum of personality flaws, then chances are you know a Tucker Max. Though his name and face... Read more »
Emily Fruchterman, In-Depth Editor
February 26, 2010
The stereotypical gamer is a middle aged man sitting in his basement fighting orcs, aliens and other fantasy creatures as his hairline recedes and midsection expands. However, new gaming systems are striving to change this preconception, adapting video gaming from a sedentary pastime into an activity... Read more »
Aishwarya Venkat, In-Depth Editor
February 26, 2010
Playing video games is one of the most common teen past times. SafeYouth.org reports that almost 75 percent of students own video gaming equipment at home, and school-going students play video games for 53 minutes on average per day. Since 1996, the computer and gaming industry has almost tripled its... Read more »
Aishwarya Venkat, In-Depth Editor
February 26, 2010
With thousands of video games and gaming systems around us today, it is easy to take this form of entertainment for granted. Everyone is waiting for the next generation of Pokemon to be released, the next Madden game and many of us were even waiting in line for the Beatles Rock Band game to hit the... Read more »
David Hookey, Sports Editor
February 26, 2010
AHS alum and assistant football coach Mike Scott was named head varsity football coach for the 2010 season today, Feb. 26. Scott will replace the legendary Dick Adams and become just the fifth head coach in AHS’ 56-year school history. “I’m extremely excited and very proud to become Annandale High... Read more »
Jeff Shim and CJ Aftergut International Editor and Staff Writer
February 26, 2010
Heritage Night is one of the most anticipated events of the year. It is an opportunity for all of the diverse cultures at Annandale to show off their rich heritage. Led by ESOL teacher Georgiana Tomisato, the night will have a variety of performances from Egyptian belly dancing to Korean martial arts.... Read more »
Hilla Haidari, Staff Writer
February 25, 2010
The American Association of Mental Retardation describes an intellectual disability as “a disability characterized by significant limitations both in intellectual functioning and in adaptive behavior, which covers many everyday social and practical skills.” In addition, WebMD states that, “the... Read more »
CJ Aftergut, Staff Writer
February 25, 2010
The IB Diploma Program is often a daunting topic for students at AHS, which is why so many events are held to explain the program to students and parents and encourage participation. One such event, officially called the IB Parent Night Informational Meeting, was held February 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. The... Read more »
Jennifer Oakes, Weekend Editor
February 25, 2010
From the outside of the YeChon Korean Japanese Restaurant it may seem questionable to enter. The crazy, blinking neon signs, tacky wooden siding and the twinkle lights might lead you to think that the restaurant is more of a bar then a classy place to eat. Dare to step inside this always crowded restaurant... Read more »
Alex Davalos, Staff Writer
February 25, 2010
The sonorous melodies of three schools’ orchestras will fill the AHS auditorium on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The Orchestra Department will be presenting their Virginia Band & Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA) Pre-Festival Concert; the event will begin at 6:30 p.m. The many performers consist... Read more »
Video Recap of the 4th Annual STAND Benefit Concert that was held on January 20th, 2012. By the end of the night, $1,175 had been raised for STAND. Made By Troy Callahan, Videographer
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