Staff Profile

Nikki Cheshire –– Staff Writer

Hey, I’m Nikki Cheshire and I’m a junior at Langley. I’ve taken Journalism classes, both broadcast and print, for nearly five years now. Over the summer, I interned at the Connection Newspapers and had numerous stories published. Even though my internship has ended, I continue to write stories for the publication in addition to the work I do for the Saxon Scope. After I graduate, I hope to pursue broadcast journalism as a profession. In addition to journalism, I am on the Varsity Track and Field team at Langley and also play on a WAGS Herndon soccer team all year round. Also, I raise service dogs for Canine Companions for Independence (CCI), a non-profit organization that provides assistance dogs to the handicapped, and I’ve written a book about my experiences with the program and the dogs I’m raising. The book is archived in the Fairfax County Public Library system and has been submitted to the U.S. Library of Congress to be copyrighted. MLIJ.

Photos by Nikki Cheshire

AP vs Regular

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Broadcast Journalism

Is the Langley Read worth it?: CON

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
May 18, 2011

In a competitive school where the majority of students are enrolled in honors courses and APs, the last thing students need is more work – especially over the summer. The Langley Read, a program implemented last year with the intention of unifying the school through a common experience, turned... Read More

Gym for Four Years Seems Grim

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
February 14, 2011

When many students enter high school, they’re excited to have the opportunity to choose some of their classes. And despite being limited to one true elective due to foreign language and gym requirements, most look forward to the day when they can choose more: when gym is over sophomore year.... Read More

FCPS Goes Wireless

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
February 2, 2011

As technology like cell phones and iPods become increasingly prevalent in daily life, and almost necessary for many activities, Fairfax County schools might have more trouble banning their presence in the classroom. So instead of preventing them from ever leaving your pocket, Superintendent... Read More

Remembering Will Stephenson

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
January 28, 2011

On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Langley 2005 graduate Will Stephenson passed away from testicular cancer. He was the third Langley graduate to be affected by the disease. A service and celebration of his life was held on Saturday, Jan. 22 to honor his passing. Many will remember and miss Stephenson, who... Read More

Muharram

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010

When December finally rolls around, many people are focused on the more mainstream holidays, like Christmas and Hanukkah, than anything else. But on Dec. 7, a different type of holiday takes place. While many of us celebrate the New Year on the night of Dec. 31, Muslims instead... Read More

Cancer Awareness Crosses a Line

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
November 18, 2010

Many have seen them. Thick, colored bands with gigantic font plastered across them, clasped around peoples’ wrists. Except there’s one thing other than their neon colors or the fact that they’re twice the size of a Livestrong bracelet that attracts the attention of many: the word “boobies.” The... Read More

Broadcast Journalism

Nikki Cheshire, Staff Writer
October 17, 2010

Chairs scrape across the floor as students snatch their favorite spots in this untraditional, deskless classroom. Mirroring the format of TMZ’s studio, students scrawl ideas across a large whiteboard as they are shouted out. Room 101 lies in a semi-secluded corner of the school, and is well... Read More