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The Saxon Scope
Bringing you the latest at Langley

The Saxon Scope
Bringing you the latest at Langley

The Saxon Scope
Two seniors distract Mr. Robertson while their friend sneaks away with the prize

The BIG Plan

Thomas Dillard, Staff Writer • December 12, 2016

A brilliant plan was devised by Sachin Murhalidir, the secretary of freshman Student Government Association, during their last meeting along with the other members of the team. Freshman doughnut days...

This piece is probably my favorite out of all of the projects I’ve completed this year,” Guinn said.This image, titled “Falling”, is an example of a project that Josh created in computer graphics.

No Pencils? No Problem!

Mikayla Schoff, Staff Writer • December 12, 2016

A stereotypical art project consists of paint on a canvas, a drawing on a piece of paper, or glaze on a piece of pottery. However, Langley student Josh Guinn goes above and beyond these standard ways of...

Jamie Goodson and her fellow castmate, Thomas Miner, performing in Harvey on December 2nd. She played Veta Louise Simmons, the sister of Elwood P. Dowd.

Chicago Star Takes the Stage Again

Ashley Saxenian, Staff Writer • December 7, 2016

Many students have performed on the Saxon Stage, but one student, Jamie Goodson, has created a lasting legacy.  Goodson has been in a multitude of plays, such as Chicago, Almost Maine, 25th Annual Putnam...

During a game (pictured left to right) Coach Shifflett, Hannah Curtis, Allison Franke, and Jessica Maebius cheer for the Saxons. Langley’s varsity team went 27-3 including preseason and playoffs. Photo courtesy of Coach Shifflett.

From a Varsity Player to a Varsity Coach

Kayla Maguire, Staff Writer • December 7, 2016

After graduating, many volleyball players hang up the kneepads and spandex and go into college focusing only on school; Coach Sue Shifflett however, was still at the beginning her volleyball career. ...

Kaitlin Bonacci and other school leaders on the bleachers. They help out our school every day. Photo courtesy of Kaitlin Bonacci.

Keeping it Classy

Anna Krause-Steinrauf, Staff Writer • December 2, 2016

Kaitlin Bonacci’s heart pounded as she approached the stage to give her speech as a candidate for office. She was terrified when the crowd quieted and the spotlight fell on her. Her voice trembled as...

Lachlan Pitts smiles after completing practice during his senior season. He had 2 receptions for 33 yards and a TD in a 41-13 win over Fairfax. Photo Courtesy of Rebecca Canfield.

One Big Man

Brandon Berry, Staff Writer • December 2, 2016

When you look out onto the turf under the lights of Saxon Stadium on any Friday night during the fall, one man towers over everyone. Whether it is that he truly is taller than his teammates or opponents...

Graffiti Vandalism Takes Over Langley

Nik Popli, Managing Editor • November 10, 2016

Two weeks into the start of the new school year, school officials and local police discovered several instances of graffiti throughout Langley High School. According to Principal Fred Amico, a Langley...

Students practice for their upcoming performance at the home football game after school. (Photo by Nik Popli, Managing Editor)

Year in Review: Marching Band

Nik Popli, Managing Editor • November 10, 2016

“Band Ten Hut!” Students warm up in one corner of the parking lot next to Langley High School, led by their classmates as they prepare for the next marching competition. The sound of trumpets...

Party Animals

Party Animals

Sawyer Blazar, Staff Writer • October 18, 2016

Every Thursday at 3, a variety of students from all grades and backgrounds convene in a small classroom in Langley High School. Though the students as individuals are diverse, the unifying element that...

The renovated auditorium where Harvey will be performed.

The Newest Edition to the Saxon Stage

Ashley Saxenian, Staff Writers • October 18, 2016

The newest play by the Langley theater program, Harvey, will be premiering on December 1st on the recently renovated Saxon Stage.  The play follows a man named Elwood P. Dowd who meets a Pooka, a mischievous...

Lo Presti advertises her real estate business through Avery Hess to gain contacts.

Helping You Find Good Chemistry with Your New Home

October 13, 2016

Chemistry and real estate may seem like two completely different subjects with no overlap, but former chemistry teacher Cindy LoPresti has done it all. Starting as a teacher 18 years ago, Lo Presti fell...

New Year New Faces

Raneem Khan, Reporter • October 13, 2016

Every year, around the beginning of September, students look down at their schedules to see what teachers they have. You see a teacher’s name and your face might light up, because according to all the...

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