A look at the Langley Read
Rosie Brock, Staff Photographer
April 10, 2012
This summer, you’ll probably be relaxing at the pool, hanging out with friends, watching Tv, and of course…reading the annual Langley Read book. Each summer, everybody at Langley is required to read the same book, which acts as a commonality between the different classes and supplies a... Read More
Spring play preparations underway
Rosie Brock, Staff Photographer
February 19, 2012
Written by Arthur Miller in the early 1950’s, The Crucible is the tale of a scorned woman with an unquenchable desire for vengeance. Focused on the Salem Witch Trials and the explanation of McCarthyism ideology, it is the epitome of intense drama. The Crucible cast was selected by Theatre... Read More
Editorial: The glamorization of moral decay
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
February 17, 2012
I find no comfort in knowing that the majority of my peers think getting wasted drunk and snapping some risqué party pictures is the idea of a good time. Perhaps I’m just a cynical, lonely sixteen year old with a hyper-critical eye… or possibly, I’ve just seen the effects of a no-class... Read More
Music review: upcoming artists
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
January 31, 2012
Lana Del Rey Lana Del Rey’s melodic voice hums and the 24 year old singer/songwriter’s lyrics sound more like they should be echoing out of a vintage Victrola record player rather than 21st century headphones. Del Rey, born Elizabeth Grant, is a rising artist with a truly unique essence,... Read More
One Acts pictures
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
January 16, 2012
The annual student directed One-Act plays were held on Friday, Jan. 13 and Saturday, Jan. 14 in the auditorium. ... Read More
A look at One Acts
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
December 7, 2011
Leaning into the faded upholstery of the cushioned sofa, sophomore Hayley Wenk sits with her duct-taped Converses propped up in front of her. She hums a number from Phantom of the Opera to herself, and occasionally lifts her head to contribute to the conversation regarding octave range which... Read More
Grease dress rehearsal
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
November 9, 2011
As things get down to the wire with the fall musical Grease, the actors and actresses are stepping up the rehearsals and working harder than ever to put on a great production. Grease will be presented in the auditorium on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, at 7:30. Below are pictures from the... Read More
Football loses to McLean
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
November 6, 2011
In its final regular season game, the varsity football team was defeated by longtime rival school McLean 21-0. ... Read More
Blood drive pictures
Rosie Brock, Photo Editor
October 28, 2011
The blood drive was hosted today in the auxiliary gym. ... Read More
Pep rally pictures
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
October 15, 2011
This afternoon, the homecoming pep rally took place in the football stadium, to pump up Langley for tonight’s homecoming game against Yorktown. ... Read More
Boys golf wins states
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
October 12, 2011
After triumphing in the Northern Regional competition last week, the Langley Boys Golf Team went on to win the state championship on Oct. 11. This victory is a huge boost to the reputation of the Langley Golf program, as well as the overall team morale. “Winning states definitely gives... Read More
Steve Jobs dies at 56
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
October 6, 2011
Steve Jobs- the brain behind the 21st century epitome of technological advancement, Apple, died yesterday at the age of 56 from pancreatic cancer. From humble beginnings (Steve Wozniak and Jobs began Apple in a garage as hobbyists), Jobs was able to form one of the most influential companies... Read More
A look at e-books
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
September 27, 2011
The possibility of incorporating electronic books into the classroom, to serve as an essential learning material is becoming increasingly likely as Langley continues to adapt new technologies. “It would be advantageous to have easy access to not only the in-class source, but also outside... Read More
Faculty, students unbroken at start of year
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
September 7, 2011
“Unbroken,” the biographical novel centered on the life of Louie Zamperini, was the assigned Langley Read for all students over the summer break. During the school year, students will notice aspects of the novel incorporated into the learning curriculum, as well as the overall environment... Read More
In memoriam: Elizabeth Taylor
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
April 27, 2011
Mar. 23, 2011: Film star Elizabeth Taylor died at age 79 due to heart failure at Cedars-Sinai Hospital located in Los Angeles, California. Hailed for her extraordinary beauty and “violet eyes,” Taylor grew up in the spotlight, appearing in her first major motion picture, National Velvet,... Read More
2011 Grammys
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
February 23, 2011
An enthralling combination of fame and entertainment, the 2011 Annual Grammy Awards, took place last Sunday. Cee Lo Green, Katy Perry, Lady Antebellum, and Lady Gaga were among this year’s most prominent musicians. With Lady Antebellum taking home both “Record of the Year” and “Song... Read More
National School Counselors Week
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
February 9, 2011
Sponsored by the ASCA (American School Counselor Association), National School Counselors Week lasts from Feb. 7-11 and is a time dedicated to the influential counselors that can make a tremendous impact on a student’s life. Principal Matt Ragone announced the weeklong event this Monday... Read More
iPhone (Finally) Comes to Verizon
Rosie Brock, Reporter
January 13, 2011
The legendary and highly coveted iPhone 4 will be coming to Verizon, the largest cell-phone carrier in America. Having been originally only available on AT&T network, the iPhone 4’s hardware will be receiving a slight tweak in order to correspond with Verizon’s CDMA network. Prices... Read More
Burlesque
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
December 15, 2010
With the voice of a gospel singer blessed with a five octave range and looks which rival a modern day equivalent of Jean Harlow, Christina Aguilera has made quite the name for herself as a universally renowned pop sensation. Recently, after her somewhat disastrous new single “Not Myself... Read More
Facebook Multitasking
Rosie Brock, Copy Editor
October 17, 2010
Facebook has revolutioned social networking, connected people worldwide, and, of course, proven to be a major distraction from homework. A study published by Paul Kirschner (Open University of the Netherlands) in 2010 supports the fact that Facebook is a distraction. “Facebook users reported... Read More