![The Phoenix varsity volleyball team lines up for the national anthem. “We were more communicative [with each other] during this game, and I feel like we kept our energy up, especially after the first set,” senior Jessica Valdov said.](https://theblazerrhs.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/DSC_0202-1200x800.jpg)
On March 14, Hindus celebrated the festival of colors, known as Holi. The holiday celebrates the eternal and divine love of the deities Radha...
As the third quarter winds down for students across the country, end-of-quarter tests are ramping up, leaving students overwhelmed and stressed....
Five long years. I waited five long years for Playboi Carti to drop his new album. What can you do in five years? Start a multi-million dollar...
![Rock Ridge students, Ghrini Sai Jella, Priya Bojji, Roma Rudrakshala, Lasya Thammineni and Zunairah Hasan dress up in green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. “I [celebrate] for fun because it seems very festive, and it's really enjoyable to see all the different people wearing green with you,” freshman Roma Rudrakshala said.](https://theblazerrhs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DSC_0184-2-1200x800.jpg)
On Monday, Mar. 17, students celebrated St. Patrick's Day, starting off the week upbeat by celebrating in various ways. The halls were filled...
On Tuesday, March 18, Phoenix varsity softball played against the Loudoun County Captains in a battle that ended with a Captain victory 16-0....
On Tuesday, March 4, Rock Ridge Sings, with a feature from the Stone Hill Eighth Grade Choir, performed their annual pre-assessment chorus concert...
Valentine's Day is coming up, shining the light on unforgettable quality time with friends and loved ones. With many people trying to find the...
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People with their family members celebrate Holi by throwing powder color at each other.
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Recognizing the theme of ‘hope’, Keynote speaker and women’s rights activist Katherine Spillar held a speech about legislative milestones and the importance of community engagement. “We can’t put our heads under the pillow and say we’re going to wait it out because without the pushback, without us fighting, we can’t hold the line,” Spillar said. “We have to be organized and strong so when an opportunity becomes available to make forward movement, we’re there to seize it. Begin the fight now, wherever you are.”
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As end of year assessments get closer for students, there has been a perceived rise of people skipping their classes in order to either relax or study, which leaves many teachers scrambling to schedule make-ups and stay on schedule.
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Freshman Grayson Andrews keeps her eye on the pitcher as she winds up for the incoming ball.
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Sophomore Lily Omo gets into position as the Loudoun County batter swings. “I think that we need to get a lot more confident hitting and then also just working towards being better competitors and keep our head in the game,” Omo said.
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Junior Kyra Young secures her mitt as Loudoun County takes their place at home plate.
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A play on Playboi Carti’s new album cover of “Music.” Previously, the album cover said “I AM MUSIC,” although due to its “mid” reception–a result of its raucous beats and dull lyrics–“I AM MID” might be more appropriate. Arnav Mahajan via PixelFrame
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Freshman Grayson Andrews begins her swing as the ball nears her. “We definitely did a good job making those routine plays, even though we weren’t getting as many outs,” sophomore Chela Hess said. “It was good to take those preventive measures to make sure they didn’t get a super, super high score.”
