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The Student News Site of McLean High School

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Paarth Soni

Paarth Soni, Reporter

Paarth Soni is a Senior at McLean High school who is now in his fourth year of journalism.  Paarth has reported on over 25 articles for the online and paper magazine over his time on the Highlander staff. During his free time, Paarth loves to play basketball as well as hang out with his friends. He is also excited to be writing articles for the upcoming issues for the 2021-2022 school year.

 

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Senior Sophia Tursi poses with her crew teammates at during signing day. She signed to the University of Central Florida for crew.

Seniors sign to colleges for sports

Laine Phillips and Paarth Soni
May 3, 2022
Hallways that were once empty in late December are back to being packed with students, after COVID-19 cases declined shortly after winter break.

COVID-19 cases on a steady decline

Paarth Soni, Reporter
January 26, 2022
The cover art from Cordae's latest album

Cordae’s “From a Birds Eye View” album review

Paarth Soni, Reporter
January 24, 2022
RISE UP FOR THE SLAM - Senior Nicole Malus rises up to spike the ball after a set from Pari Eaton at the rivalry game against Langley on Sept. 2.

McLean volleyball falls short against Langley

Paarth Soni, Reporter
September 13, 2021
High School done, College begins — Senior Kobe McCowan graduated from high school and is ready to take on a new path in his life at VCU. He is very excited to begin his journey and what will appear in his way. (Image by Kobe McCowan)

What do in-state college decisions look like?

Kaan Kocabal, Andy Chung, Paarth Soni and Noah Barnes
June 2, 2021
READY TO ROLL - with the game just starting, the Highlanders have the ball on offense, seeking to score a touchdown.

McLean sweeps Herndon with ease at Homecoming

Paarth Soni, Online Sports Editor
April 2, 2021

Varsity swim team wraps up season

Paarth Soni, Online Sports Editor
February 16, 2021
Movies like The Grinch have plot and character similarities with many other classic holiday films. This led many to think why this is. Image obtained via creative commons license.

Clichés and stereotypes in holiday movies

Noah Barnes and Paarth Soni
December 17, 2020
Top Class - the list ranks the top 10 from highest to lowest profits in the simulation game.

Students invest their time in the Investors Club

Paarth Soni, Online Sports Editor
November 23, 2020
Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: worth the long wait

Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: worth the long wait

Paarth Soni and Andrew Christofferson
October 30, 2020
the streets are flooded with protestors holding up posters supporting BLM

Should individuals really be protesting?

Paarth Soni, Online Sports Editor
June 10, 2020
The Goat, Album Review

The Goat, Album Review

Paarth Soni, Online Sports Editor
May 21, 2020
Senior guard Elizabeth Dufrane attempts the tough floater in close game against South Lakes.

Elizabeth Dufrane wins Regional Player of the Year

Arnav Gupta and Paarth Soni
March 11, 2020
Nothing But Net—Senior guard Elizabeth Dufrane pulls up for a near elbow jump-shot. Quick shots were utilized by McLean to keep South Lakes on their toes.

District downfall

Josh Bass and Paarth Soni
February 23, 2020
Charlie Poole in the 220 pound weight class , depicted on the left, taking on his opponent from Annandale.

McLean hosts their first Jamboree!

Paarth Soni
January 24, 2020
Senior Justin Dehghan secures two points after a take down. These two points were pivotal in the match.

Dueling it out during the school day

Josh Bass and Paarth Soni
December 20, 2019
Sooren Ghodshi is walked up with his family members to be announced on Senior Night.

Varsity wrestling steals a win on Senior Night

Paarth Soni and Benjamin Pham
January 24, 2020
McLean varsity football team is on offense against Washington Liberty. It is the first quarter and the game is getting exciting.

McLean varsity football team shut out on Senior Night to Washington Liberty

Kaan Kocabal and Paarth Soni
November 4, 2019

Varsity fockey takes a tough loss at Langley

Paarth Soni, Reporter
September 15, 2019

Students Dissect Current Events around the World

Paarth Soni, Reporter
October 29, 2018
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