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THE BLAZE

The Student News Site of Rock Ridge High School

THE BLAZE

The Student News Site of Rock Ridge High School

THE BLAZE

Senior Nitya Matcha advises underclassmen to “try everything” and find activities they’re passionate about.
Photo Courtesy of Nitya Matcha
Features
Seven Questions with Nitya Matcha: A Master of Managing it All
Sitwat Mian, Graphic Editor • March 18, 2025

An average day for senior Nitya Matcha is best described as “a lot.” It’s not easy having to juggle so many clubs and activities and one’s...

The Video Game Design team waits in the auditorium to receive their award. 
Howard Goldberg
News
TSA Transforms Hard Work into a Victory at Regionals
Amogh Sarasam, Abhinav Jammula, Saketh Nandam, and Arnav Mahajan March 16, 2025

On Feb. 22, TSA, also known as the Technology Student Association, went to the TSA Regional Event, with the Video Game Design and Music Production...

PEER club leader senior Rishit Choudhari leads with a goal of making the act of being nice a common courtesy in Rock Ridge. 
Courtesy of Rishit Choudhari
Features
10 Questions with Rishit Choudhari, Co-Leader of PEER
Hylay Assefa, Website Coordinator • March 11, 2025

PEER Club is a club where people join with the purpose of spreading kindness. One of the leaders of the club, senior Rishit Choudhari, felt the...

Senior Jiya Chadha reads a book to two elementary students at Rosa Lee Carter elementary.
Photo courtesy of Shelby Whittington
Young Adult Literature Class Fosters Connections with Rosa Lee Students through Reading
Sanvi Challa and Divitha Mathe March 7, 2025

On Feb. 26 and 28, students in the Young Adult Literature elective class traveled to Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School to read to first and second...

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Senior Rodrigue Gomado runs the boys 4x400 meter relay event.
Sprinting to Success: Rock Ridge Hosts Indoor Regionals Track Meet, Launches Two Teams to States
Zahra Hameed and Bhargav Kuniki February 28, 2025

On Feb. 18, Rock Ridge hosted Broad Run, Dominion, Heritage, John Champe, Loudoun County, Park View, Tuscarora and Woodgrove High Schools for...

Senior Yug Kolla runs a leg in the boys distance 4x800 in the regional track meet hosted by Rock Ridge.
Athlete of the Week: Yug Kolla
Bhargav Kuniki, Sports Editor • February 25, 2025
Senior Lorenz Penn brings hustle and heart to the court.
Athlete of the Week: Lorenz Penn
Hylay Assefa, Website Coordinator • January 31, 2025
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Angel Labosette energetically sings “You’ll Be Back” from “Hamilton,” dressed as King George III.
Broadway Desserts Hits the Sweet Spot with Show-Stopping Performances
Ananya Karthik and Maya Coleman March 6, 2025

On Feb. 28, Rock Ridge Performing Arts (RRPA) held its annual Broadway Desserts event, where students performed musical theater selections while...

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Gifts and treats that you can exchange for Valentines Day
The Season of Love: 9 Ways You Can Celebrate This Valentine’s Day
Kristian Bryant, Ryan Desiderio, and Danielle Kimpson February 14, 2025

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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