Art talk

Na He Jeon, Reporter
March 31, 2011

You don’t have to go as far as the Louvre or the Metropolitan Art Museum to take in quality art. You just need to drive to the Mclean Community Center. From Mar. 24 to Apr. 7, the Mclean Community Center is holding the middle and high school part of the 30th Annual Youth Art Show. Student works of... Read more »

Program provides unique opportunities

Morgan Sasser, News Editor
March 30, 2011

For most Langley students, going to college is following in their parents’ footsteps.  However, there is a small minority who will be the first in their families to attend college, and the College Partnership Program is dedicated to making their transition as smooth as possible. The CPP has been at... Read more »

Carnival preview

Terra Holderman, News Editor
March 30, 2011

Unlike last year, the 2011 carnival won’t be an elusive event. Scheduled for June 3, the second annual event will include all the entertainment of last year’s, plus other additions to the lineup. “This year we will have upgraded rides and restaurant sponsors, like Chipotle and Mrs. Fields,” said... Read more »

Robotics team excels

Arianna Talaie, Feature Editor
March 30, 2011

The D.C. Regional robotics competition took place last weekend at the D.C. Convention Center, where Langley placed twenty-third out of 63 teams with six wins and four losses. The students spent about six weeks constructing the main robot; however, this year they were pressured with the extra task of... Read more »

Saxon Scope iPhone App

Aimee Cho, Online Editor
March 29, 2011

The Saxon Scope website has now been released as an iPhone/iPod Touch app, so you can stay informed about Langley news even when you’re not at a computer. The app displays stories and pictures in a user-friendly format, and also offers the option to create an account and post comments. The app... Read more »

A magical trip

Ashley Ryan, Staff Writer
March 29, 2011

On Mar. 23, the Langley Choir brought a whole new type of magic to the most magical place on earth.  The Langley Choir- the Concert Choir, the Madrigals, the Women’s Chamber Choir, and the Women’s Select Choir- brought home 5 trophies and 4 gold plaques at their Heritage Festival Competition in... Read more »

Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy

Elia Rathore, Reporter
March 28, 2011

When I first read the book “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”, I had drastically high expectations, considering the movie based on it was one of my favorites. With this novel, Douglas Adams gave life to a phenomenon that will long outlive his tragically short life, delighting millions... Read more »

A warm welcome

Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
March 28, 2011

Although many people will miss Dr. Joan Tannenbaum as she transitions from counselor to Latin teacher, Ms. Carolyn Fasana will make an excellent replacement.  Like Dr. Tannenbaum, she will be responsible for students with last names Rau-Stuq. Ms. Fasana is well-qualified to assist students by guiding... Read more »

Saxon scouts

Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
March 25, 2011

They devote themselves entirely to the good of the community.  They value good citizenship and trustworthiness in themselves and in others.  Through a wide range of outdoor activities, educational programs, and service hours the Girl and Boy Scouts have committed themselves to a single purpose: becoming... Read more »

Deactivation contemplation: the con argument

Terra Holderman, News Editor
March 25, 2011

Apparently it’s the latest thing to disappear off the face of the earth. To cope with the heavy homework load that accompanies high school student, some have reverted to cancelling or ‘deactivating’ their Facebook accounts to decrease distraction. But with Facebook acting as the main communication... Read more »