The Chemistry SOL will be held in the upstairs gym. May 23, 2012 at 9:52 am
Prom tickets are being sold during all lunches. May 23, 2012 at 9:48 am
Today is a Red Day. May 23, 2012 at 9:48 am
The Class of 2013 will hold their final bake sale after school outside of the cafeteria. May 23, 2012 at 9:40 am
This is Ngan’s second year on staff after first joining The A-Blast as a staff writer her sophomore year. She is now the Managing editor who hopes to continue her participation with the publication for the rest of her stay in high school. She is a member of Math Honors Society and holds officer positions in French Honors Society, Key Club, and Green Atoms. Follow her on twitter @xngan.
Ngan Pham, Sports X-tra Editor
April 20, 2012
Filed under Sports X-tra
A hard shove by your opponent in the midst of a game and you’re on the ground. Frustration follows and you expect someone to help you up, but instead, that player walks away. In that instant, you question the very existence of sportsmanship. Sportsmanship is widely considered an extremely... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Sports X-tra Editor
February 24, 2012
Filed under Sports X-tra
What is it like being a part of the same sports team with a person that you see on a daily basis for most of your life? Sophomore Katie McCann and freshman Jenny McCann might argue with each other on the field hockey field and at home, but they have to set aside these differences when it is... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Sports X-tra Editor
February 1, 2012
Filed under Sports X-tra
Q. Why did you choose to attend Radford? What is your favorite part about the school? A. I really like the campus and the team. It fits me academically and athletically. Q. What was the recruiting process like? A. It was difficult e-mailing coaches and getting them to come to games... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Sports X-tra Editor
January 11, 2012
Filed under Sports X-tra
In decades past, the letterman jacket was a staple article of clothing for high school athletes, but that is not the case anymore. It seems as though parents have failed to pass on this tradition to their children because of the lack of letterman jackets among the student body. Despite receiving... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Sports X-tra Editor
August 15, 2011
Filed under Sports
The Washington Redskins opened their preseason with a victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers, 16-7. The Redskins showcased an effective offense with a defense that prevented several advances from the Steelers on August 12. First quarter ended with tied score of zero between both teams despite... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
April 15, 2011
Filed under News, Story of the Day, Top Stories
Countless hours have been spent by The A-Blast staff on formatting and editing the newspaper that is so widely known at AHS. However, it is time for this to be passed down to newbies who will be the future of The A-Blast. As AHS enters its spring chapter, The A-Blast begins a new generation... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
March 23, 2011
Filed under Arts, Entertainment, Movies
It may seem like another Adam Sandler chick flick where he gets the girl, but the surprisingly hilarious twist of lies and betrayals seem to pull it all together with an enjoyably entertaining bow. However, while Sandler seemed to be the star, Nick Swardson takes the spotlight with his natural... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
March 9, 2011
Filed under Arts, Entertainment
We all remember that artist who created that song that everyone turned up when it came on, but when he or she seems to disappear, we are all left wondering; where in the world did they go? Some have moved on with their lives while others are still stuck on the music scene, just not as popular... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
March 4, 2011
Filed under News, Story of the Day, Top Stories
Every sophomore knows that junior year is the one year to impress colleges and the classes they take are paramount in showing the skills that they have developed. From choosing IB HL to regular classes, everyone has a choice as to how they want their future to look. Counselors do their best... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
February 16, 2011
Filed under Arts, Entertainment
Many students who have been exposed to the MTS’s “Skins” have no idea that it is only a less controversial adaptation of the UK version of Skins. The “Skins” television series aired on MTV and has been a huge hit among teenage viewers. Parents of teenagers and other... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
January 25, 2011
Filed under News, Story of the Day, Top Stories
Publications students and several English and history classes gathered in the auditorium to listen to Kelly Kennedy’s reporting experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan, which she used to write her published book, “They Fought for Each Other.” Kennedy is also a close friend to Journalism... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
January 19, 2011
Filed under Sports
With a record of 7-8, the varsity wrestling team was able to earn three victories at their home meet against Stone Bridge, Thomas Jefferson and Hayfield on Jan. 12. The final score in the match against Stone Bride was 45–28, against Hayfield was 39–30 and against Jefferson was 53–12.... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staffwriter
January 13, 2011
Filed under Entertainment
Everybody’s favorite guidette Nicole Polizzi, otherwise known as “Snooki,” has unleashed the magnitude of her writing skills onto the world by releasing her new book, “A Shore Thing.” While some are shocked by the fact that Snooki has written a book, what is more surprising is that... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
November 8, 2010
Filed under News, Story of the Day, Top Stories
On Nov. 4, publication students gathered in Clausen Hall during R1 and W8 flexes to meet a professional journalist, James Carroll. Carroll writes for the Courier-Journal and was there to discuss with students about his experience in journalism. The self-proclaimed “Journalism Dinosaur”... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
October 27, 2010
Filed under Entertainment
On Friday, October 22, thousands of fist-pump loving fans gather around their television screens, anxiously awaiting the season two finale of The Jersey Shore. As they tune into the highly anticipated finale, the drama and “oh yeah” filled night began. However, while some found their fulfillment... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
October 14, 2010
Filed under Lifestyles
YouTube is a web phenomenon that has allowed regular people to become famous and celebrities to show off their skills. Millions of people around the world enter the YouTube web link and find their way to a site filled entertainment. YouTube’s ten most viewed videos are the highlight of all... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
September 30, 2010
Filed under Sports, Top Stories
In the mist and rain of an early Tuesday morning on Sept. 28, several kids found a way to wake up early for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes tailgate breakfast. This was the first event the club had held this year and they hoped to have many students come to enjoy the fun. “We were hoping... (more...)
Ngan Pham, Staff Writer
September 16, 2010
Filed under Entertainment
This year’s MTV Video Music Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, had high expectations from the last VMA’s dramatic events. Though the new “Jersey Shore” episode preceding the award show warmed up the audience, the VMAs stepped up and got the crowd even more pumped up. Hot musical Artists... (more...)
