Q&A with Langley’s new Girls Varsity Tennis coach
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
March 17, 2013
Executive Sports Editor Emily Flessas interviewed Mr. Joshua Henry about his debut as head coach of the girl’s varsity tennis team, and his objectives for team this season. Saxon Scope: How long have you been at Langley, and what subjects do you currently teach? I’m new to Langley this... Read More
The Importance of Family Dinners
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
March 2, 2013
Pick any given day, and you will find my house in utter chaos. Between my parents, three sisters and two dogs, there’s usually a lot going on. Whether it’s sports practices, book club, work or some other miscellaneous activity throughout the day my family is all over the place. These days... Read More
Meet the director of Stop Hunger Now
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
February 6, 2013
Saxon Scope Executive Sports Editor Emily Flessas sat down with senior Kyle Dear to talk about his involvement with “Stop Hunger Now.” Saxon Scope: What are your expectations? Kyle Dear: My expectation is simply to have as many kids volunteer as possible. Not a large percentage of high... Read More
Deck the halls with holiday sweaters
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
December 20, 2012
Instead of green and gold, our halls are soon to be dekked out in a sea of holiday sweaters. Friday, Dec. 21 marks Langley’s first annual holiday sweater day, an idea originating in the leadership class. Junior J.T. Meyer was one of its most enthusiastic supporters and took on the project. With... Read More
Capitol Steps: Putting the “mock” in DeMOCKracy
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
December 4, 2012
My Sunday night was well spent, to say the least. A mere $30 donation to the All Night Grad Party fund in exchange for a Capitol Steps ticket, allowed me to laugh hysterically for two hours and receive much-needed extra credit in AP Government. A win-win in my book. Capitol Steps is a political... Read More
Seniors visit Dave and Busters
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
October 17, 2012
Leading up to the annual senior field trip to Dave and Buster’s arcade, my expectations were low. All I had heard from past seniors were complaints about how quickly they ran out of money for games, how gross the food was and how boring and expensive their day off was. Nevertheless, at Langley... Read More
Follow the leader: Student services puts new mentor program in place
Emily Flessas, Executive Sports Editor
June 5, 2012
Coming into a new high school freshman year and being surrounded by 2,000 unfamiliar faces and taking new rigorous classes can be overwhelming. But through the collaboration between Principal Matthew Ragone and the Student Services department, a new mentor program will relieve freshmen from... Read More
Movie review: The Hunger Games
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
March 27, 2012
“May the odds be ever in your favor.” Teenager Katniss Everdeen clings to this mantra as she fights her way through the 74th Annual Hunger Games, a televised competition that takes place in a futuristic world in which children are selected to fight one another to the death. This weekend... Read More
To link or not to link: the pro argument
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
March 13, 2012
The thought of having to take a higher level class than you think you can manage, especially a class that you don’t have any interest in, isn’t very appealing. I know. I’ve been there. As a rising sophomore, I had zero interest in taking AP World History. However, I knew that if I didn’t... Read More
Get connected
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
February 16, 2012
Junior year is one of the most stressful years that high school has to offer, course-load alone. On top of that is sports, clubs, extracurriculars and the beginning of the oh-so important-search to find “the perfect college.” Thankfully, Blackboard is here to help. Most students have seen... Read More
Snow puts a damper on districts
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
January 22, 2012
Yesterday’s much anticipated meet was the last hope for many varsity track and field athletes. With only four meets during the regular season, each is equally important. This particular meet was the last opportunity for runners, jumpers, vaulters and throwers to qualify for the District meet. Unfortunately,... Read More
What is your favorite part of having a sub in class?
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
January 12, 2012
Elizabeth Kruse"You don't have to do any work."-Elizabeth Kruse (9) Hunter Yates"Once our substitute teacher gave us the answers to the test."- Hunter Yates (10) Olivia Sisson"I love watching movies."-Olivia Sisson (11) Matt Pyster"They don't take away your ipod."-Matt Pyster (12)
What is your reaction when there is a snow day?
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
January 11, 2012
Khoi Tran"Yes, it's a slacking day!" -Khoi Tran (9) Austin Denham"Yay, my teacher isn't here!" -Austin Denham (10) Meghan Stowell"I hope that all of my tests are cancelled." -Meghan Stowell (11) Shelby Galvin"Heck yes, no work today!" -Shelby Galvin (12)
Counseling staff works to increase awareness
Emily Flessas, Opinion Editor
December 7, 2011
With the recent allegations of sexual misconduct at Penn State, the counseling staff at Langley has made it a priority to help students understand what sexual harassment is, and when it should be reported. Over a span of two weeks, the sophomore and junior classes were required to attend a... Read More
Prom court nominees
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
May 20, 2011
The finalists for this year’s prom court have been revealed. ... Read More
Senior Saxons say goodbye: Track and Field
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
May 5, 2011
As the spring varsity track and field season is coming to an end, students will begin to say their goodbyes to the senior athletes. Sixteen seniors, who all have competed in a wide array of events varying from long-distance running to pole-vaulting, were recognized on senior night, for all... Read More
Meet your match
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
May 3, 2011
After a controversial coin toss decided a three-way tie in last year’s varsity girls tennis district tournament, the format for qualifying for Regionals has taken on a new meaning. In spring 2010, three teams in the Liberty District tied for first place: Langley, Thomas Jefferson and McLean,... Read More
AP curriculum changes
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
May 3, 2011
Students currently enrolled in any AP classes know the demanding workload that goes into each course. There are a wide range of topics that must be covered before each exam, making it difficult for teachers to teach all the necessary concepts during the limited school year. Because of this,... 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... Read More
Renovation ’14
Emily Flessas, Copy Editor
February 23, 2011
Renovation plans are in the making for Langley, breaking ground in 2014. Due to the uneven proportion of students and square footage, Langley has recently moved up on the Capital Improvement Plan, a list that determines which schools have the greatest need for improvement. One of the major... Read More
Introduicng the New DSS
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
February 8, 2011
Langley welcomes Ms. Sonya Williams, who began her new position as the Director of Student Services today, Feb. 7. After counseling students here at Langley, from 2002-2007, Ms. Williams has returned to become Langley’s Director. She will be taking the place of Ms. Vicki Kagan, who was... Read More
Track takes home title
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
February 5, 2011
Athletes sprinted furiously, jumped high and long, vaulted gracefully, and threw with all their strength. An outsider might describe this as pure chaos, but to these dedicated Langley athletes, the Track and Field district meet was the pinnacle of their meets thus far. Through lasting commitment... Read More
Chinese hop into the New Year
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
February 4, 2011
Welcome to the Year of the Rabbit. Today is one of the biggest holidays of the Chinese culture, the Chinese New Year! The exact date varies from year to year, because it is determined from a lunisolar calendar. Traditionally, this celebration lasts for 15 days, completing an entire lunar cycle... Read More
New Addition to Langley’s Administration
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
January 30, 2011
Starting Jan 3, Geoff Noto assumed the position of DSA (Director of Student Activities). Formerly the Assistant Director of Student Activities at Woodson High School, Noto is a man of many talents. In the past, Noto has been a soccer coach, an SGA Sponsor, and a Social Studies teacher, among... Read More
Volleyball Academics
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
January 28, 2011
Langley High School is known for its challenging academics and high expectations. Juggling athletics and a demanding workload isn’t easy, but the Langley girls varsity volleyball team makes it look like a piece of cake. With a team grade point average of 3.888, and a season record of 18-8,... Read More
Change in Junior Class Administration
Emily Flessas, Copy Chief
November 26, 2010
On Jan. 1, Dr. Michelle Norell, will officially retire from her current position as Assistant Principal of the class of 2012. In place to take her position is Director of Student Activities Corey Bowerman. “Corey has done an outstanding job as our DSA and so this move does not come without... Read More