![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)
Senior Vijeta Arora is the vice president of a student-led volunteer organization, PASATA. She took up this role due to her interest in management....
Imagine getting your room taken away and being forced to sleep on a beanbag for seven months. Imagine being hit so hard that you and your...
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...
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...
On Feb. 18, Rock Ridge hosted Broad Run, Dominion, Heritage, John Champe, Loudoun County, Park View, Tuscarora and Woodgrove High Schools for...
On Feb. 28, Rock Ridge Performing Arts (RRPA) held its annual Broadway Desserts event, where students performed musical theater selections while...
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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Vice president Vijeta Arora takes charge of all new members of her organization and keeps it running smoothly.
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The purpose of Ramadan is to practice gratefulness and bring yourself closer to God.
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A list of commonly used Islamic terms during the month of Ramadan.
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Since the highly publicized arrest of family YouTuber Ruby Franke and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt, stories have run rampant about the inner workings of the Franke household. Hulu’s “Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke” chronicles what actually happened with lackluster editing but a powerful story. Photo courtesy of Hulu
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The purpose of Ramadan extends beyond fasting. It is to bring oneself closer to God and practice gratefulness.
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There are exceptions to certain groups of people during Ramadan, however, fasting is mandatory: if days are missed, they must be made up.
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During Ramadan, Muslims can not eat or drink during the day. Doing so, breaks their fast.
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Muslims do not go a month without eating or drinking. They fast from sunrise to sunset each day for 29 to 30 days.
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Ramadan’s popularity brings a lot of misconception about the holy month.
