Features

Mengtong Xiang

Dec. 21, 2024, 6:39 p.m.

MCPS's $2 million investment in vape detectors

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is stepping up efforts to address student vaping by investing $2 million in vape detectors for high school bathrooms. The funding, secured through a settlement with e-cigarette manufacturer Juul, aims to deter students from vaping and curb substance-related incidents in schools. However, the plan has sparked concerns about its effectiveness in addressing the root causes of student vaping.

Meghna Singh

Dec. 11, 2024, 2:10 p.m.

Blair Boys’ Cross Country wins Counties for the first time

How the 2024 team blazed through the finish line

Joe Newman

Dec. 5, 2024, 2:24 p.m.

Variety of languages reflects diverse Blair student body

From the Indigenous languages of Central America to native African dialects, language shapes school environment

Joyce Fang

Nov. 18, 2024, 4:14 p.m.

Take a peek into local youth ensembles

How youth orchestras further students’ passion in music

Joe Newman

Nov. 12, 2024, 7:13 p.m.

HoB Alumni: The career of Connie Chung

Esteemed journalist discusses her time at Blair during racial tension

Meghna Singh

Nov. 12, 2024, 1:48 p.m.

Blair's Donna Whitney awarded prestigious Fulbright teaching honor

Learn about her journey from a small town to a global teacher exchange program


Photo

Sydney Humpert

Feb. 8, 2025, 4:19 p.m.

Photo: Posing in Colorful Fashion

Ama Agbobli (left) and Tanisha Eza (right)

Sydney Humpert

Feb. 7, 2025, 1:32 p.m.

Gallery: Sankofa 2025

To kick off Black History Month, Blair's Sankofa show features a variety of performances to celebrate culture from group dances to fashion shows.

Bruno Resetarits

Jan. 27, 2025, 2:01 p.m.

Gallery: Boys Basketball Vs. Einstein

The Blair varsity basketball team took down Einstein in a blowout win 81-42 with dominant performances from Sophomore Joel Turkson (13 pts) and Senior Yacouba Maiga (12 pts).

Nathan Yap

Oct. 30, 2024, 6:47 p.m.

Gallery: Montgomery College

An increasing number of students are considering Dual Enrollment to supplement their high school education and jumpstart their careers. Pictured: Montgomery College Germantown Campus

Bruno Resetarits

Oct. 29, 2024, 1:12 p.m.

Gallery: Flag Football Senior Night 2024

The Blair Blazer Girls Flag Football team fell 13-12 in Overtime in an intense matchup on Senior Night.

Sydney Humpert

Oct. 25, 2024, 1:37 p.m.

Gallery: Volleyball Senior Night 2024

On October 23rd, the Blair Varsity Girls Volleyball team defeated Magruder Colonels 3-0.


Art

Sarah Zhang

May 17, 2023, 7:31 a.m.

Art: AP Season is Over

Best of luck to everyone on their APs! A comic about my feelings on it.

Bitanya Hailu

May 16, 2023, 1:26 p.m.

Art: SMOB Election

As the SMOB election came to a close, it led to different opinions on the winner.

Tovy Udomtanasub

Feb. 17, 2023, 9:27 p.m.

Art: Sleep-School Balance

It's hard to sleep when there's work to be done

Sophia Li

Feb. 10, 2023, 2:12 p.m.

Art: How to Manifest a Snow Day

As winter comes to a close, we have yet to experience a snow day this year.

Chikara Yamagishi

Jan. 10, 2023, 5:01 p.m.

Art: Breakdancing Club

While breakdancing may be hard, the breakdancing club is open to people of all levels of skill. Open during lunch on Thursdays in the wrestling room, people are free to practice their own skills and learn from the experienced members of the club.

Alisha Wu

Jan. 7, 2023, 12:59 p.m.

Art: Life Skills vs School Success

Isn't it funny how we can do calculus and learn about thousands of years of history, yet don't know what setting the washing machine on should be to wash 50% cotton, 50% polyester shirts?


HOB

Joe Newman

Dec. 3, 2024, 2:04 p.m.

Humans of Blair: TikTok wisdom

Senior Darya Toolsie discusses how her TikTok fame influenced her life.

Joyce Fang

Nov. 19, 2024, 12:09 p.m.

Humans of Blair: Just say yes

A look into John Weinshel’s motto

Meghna Singh

Oct. 25, 2024, 1:02 p.m.

Humans of Blair: From the Philippines to Maryland

Maureen Pascual on the importance of adapting in teaching

Drishti Singh

Oct. 17, 2024, 12:24 p.m.

Humans of Blair: The road from rookie to all-star

Keagan Green recounts his journey up to varsity baseball

Silvan Unger

March 12, 2024, 1:23 p.m.

Humans of Blair: Basketball, bonds, and balancing relationships

Jordan Warner shares her philosophy on relationships

Tejusvi Vijay

March 3, 2024, 8:11 p.m.

Humans of Blair: There’s no better time to start…

Oliver Solomon shares his journey from learning to sketch to selling graphic t-shirts


Esquina

Kyara Romero Lira, Jason Youm

Nov. 12, 2024, 1:53 p.m.

De juguetes a espadas

El viaje a los Juegos Olímpicos de esgrimista Hadley Husisian


News

Cherry Blossom tree planting ceremony at Blair celebrates intercultural bonds

By Meghna Singh | Nov. 20, 2024, 5:38 p.m.

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, students and community members came together to honor these pink blossoms


Rockin’ into downtown Silver Spring

By Petey de Brauw | Nov. 17, 2024, 1:14 p.m.

The 2024 Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade showcased local talent.


“Still Standing” at the Marching Band Showcase

By Petey de Brauw | Oct. 21, 2024, 8:57 a.m.

Blair’s Blazer Pride Marching Band performed Elton John tribute at annual Marching Band Showcase


Award winning author Jen Ferguson visits Blair

By Meghna Singh | Oct. 9, 2024, 1:14 p.m.

Canadian activist and writer Jen Ferguson inspires students with stories of identity, struggle, and activism.


Olympic artist visits Blair

By Steven Dubon | Oct. 3, 2024, 9:53 p.m.

Jesse Raudales shares his career journey with Blair students

Sports