Osama Bin Laden Killed
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
May 2, 2011
All over the country, cries ranging from anger to elation rang out over the demise of a prominent figure in history. Osama bin Laden, head of the al-Qaida operation and one of the ringleaders behind the 9-11 attack, was shot and killed by US forces in Pakistan on May 1. For several months,... Read More
Россию (Russian) Olympiad
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
April 12, 2011
Last week, the Russian students embarked on an adventure like no other. Preceding their trip to Russia, a few Russian students actively participated in a competition of literary and comprehensive achievement. Otherwise known as the Russian Olympiad, the competition tested students in their... Read More
Getting the vote
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
April 7, 2011
In some of the prominent community service clubs and honor societies and Langley, the officer selection procedures are extremely unfair. For example, Spanish Honor Society positions are chosen not by democratic elections, but by the honor society teacher sponsors. Even though all of the students... 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:... Read More
Snow Days vs. No Vacation Days
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
February 22, 2011
It’s always the same equation. We start off with a slight accumulation, then progress to a heavier downpour, then end the winter with a blanketing of snow. This torrent of snow or ice normally leaves us stranded, whether it be without power, or with a case of cabin fever. For the majority... Read More
Class Takes on New Meaning
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
February 14, 2011
Ontological doubt, Cartesian Circle, Tabula Rasa, esse est percipi, a posteriori and a priori knowledge. These are just a handful of the concepts students grapple with in a philosophy class where a student can contemplate and ponder the meaning of life altogether. NOK, formally known as... Read More
District Band
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
January 26, 2011
Every year, Langley students audition for a place in the prestigious VBODA District 12 for the All-District Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band. This year, over 2,100 high school students from all over Fairfax and Arlington Counties competed, with Langley earning 22 spots. “These are amazing... Read More
Coffeehouse concert
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
January 17, 2011
When you think of Jammin’ Java, you might imagine sipping a cup of coffee, listening to a variety of acoustic music. On Jan. 8, Langley became a part of the flavor, through its “Coffeehouse Concert” hosted by the Theatre Honor Society. The students were excited to be able to showcase... Read More
It’s Beginning to Look Too Much Like Christmas
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
December 16, 2010
Every year around December, people can’t walk by schools or offices without seeing signs plastered everywhere that say, “Have a Merry Christmas,” or “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” The subliminal message within all these slogans is all catered towards one... Read More
Serenading Saxons
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
December 16, 2010
Class dinners are rarely anything truly special. But one group at Langley makes it a formal affair: clad in Medieval garb, the choir students treat their peers and families to a night of Renaissance songs and food. “This is the ninth Madrigal Feast. It was something that I inherited from... Read More
Model UN
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
December 1, 2010
After the recent victory at William and Mary, the Langley Model UN team is set to put its speaking skills to the test once more at Chantilly High School on January 7th and 8th. They will debate current issues and show off their knowledge to bring Langley with the hopes of winning even... Read More
Model UN Team Motions for Victory
Sandy Jolles, Senior Staff Writer
November 24, 2010
The team recently traveled to William and Mary College for its annual overnight conference, which attracted over 40 different high schools from all over the country. At the tournament, students had the opportunity to represent various countries and discuss current issues in a mock United Nations... Read More