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 Chinese club has been a popular hotspot since its debut last year. Students fill the classroom for the interest meeting as the new school year begins.
Chinese connections
Jiayue Zou, News Editor • October 7, 2024

Established last year, the Chinese club has been a popular place that native Chinese students gravitate...

Love Like Adam founder Courtney White walks down the crowd of McLean juniors and seniors. The foundation spreads hazing awareness to schools and advocates for policies against hazing.
Learn to Love Like Adam
Ryan Kang and Alex Li October 7, 2024

After 19 year old Adam Oakes passed away at a fraternity initiation event in 2021, the Love Like...

McLean Korean Club officers prepare rice ball snacks for members. The Korean dish, also called Jumeokbap, is commonly enjoyed as picnic food as it is easy to make.
Korean Club picnic brings students together across Fairfax County
Minsong Ha, Editor-in-Chief • October 2, 2024

In collaboration with student organizations across Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), McLean’s...

Seniors attending the seminar discussed ideas with each other and received individual help on their essay drafts. The workshop welcomed students at all progress levels.
Easing into essays
Emily Reisman, Reporter • September 30, 2024

As college application deadlines loom in the near future, seniors are rushing to draft and finalize their...

McLean's Astronomy Club makes adjustments to the school's telescope. The telescope is located in the observatory in the cafeteria courtyard, where the club will be hosting a sky watch tonight from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
A lunar look
Addie Harris, Managing Editor • September 20, 2024

Tonight, McLean’s Astronomy Club will be hosting a sky watch event from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. in the...

Students interested in the Best Buddies club visit the club's booth to gain information, along with a sweet treat.
Rain washes away Celebrate McLean
Kavi Shah and Saavan Vohra August 31, 2024

As 2:55 p.m. approached and the bell rang, excitement filled the halls of the school. Not just because...

The Asian Night Market also allocated space in Lotus Plaza for individuals to gather with loved ones, lay picnic blankets, enjoy food and listen to various Asian and Pacific Islander artists/songs/performances.
Diplomacy with the District of Columbia
Sakura Mogami and Mae Bilegee September 22, 2024

With Eastern lanterns illuminating the sky, arrays of small businesses setting up stands and picnic blankets riddled on the grass of Lotus Plaza and lively chatter, the streets of Washington D.C.’s Chinatown...

Individuals accusing others of cultural appropriation despite not being a part of the culture themselves can cause more harm than good. It is important for people to do their research and consult those who belong to the culture at hand before leaping to potentially damaging conclusions.
Ignorant accusations of “cultural appropriation” are detrimental
Sakura Mogami, Features Editor • June 6, 2024

Accompanied by vibrant maximalist visuals clearly embracing the kawaii subculture, alongside Japanese dancers and filmed in the heart of Harajuku (the trendy pop culture hub in Tokyo), the 2000s rockstar...

Backroom Banter Episode 12: 2023-2024 Year in Review
Aaron Stark and Ryan Kang June 8, 2024

In this episode of backroom banter, Aaron and Ryan break down and review various notable events that occurred this school year. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bis6to1NGRJEoTpHiPctv  

Junior cornerback Justin Cossio catches a pass during McLean's warmup.
Highlanders struggle against Statesmen
Saavan Vohra and Olivia Wood September 28, 2024
Senior wide receiver Sebastian Carmanetes makes a tough reception, undeterred by the contact from an Edison defender.
Highlanders soar over Eagles
September 22, 2024
A&E
This fall, the NOVA area will harbor numerous film-related events. From breath-taking Ghibli Film animations, horror and Afro-futurist films, to outdoor classic RomComs: there is a wide range of genres to be enjoyed.  (Images courtesy of D.C. Website, Lunise Gerin Instagram, GhibliUSA Instagram respectively)
Fall festivals for film fanatics
Sakura Mogami and Gabriela Herrera October 5, 2024
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The Asian Night Market also allocated space in Lotus Plaza for individuals to gather with loved ones, lay picnic blankets, enjoy food and listen to various Asian and Pacific Islander artists/songs/performances.
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