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Out of school, onto the stage
By Petey de Brauw | Feb. 20, 2025, 1:05 p.m. | In Features »
How Blair students develop their theatrical talents and build community through local opportunities
HoB Alumni: Puzzle-solving with World Puzzle Champion Wei-Hwa Huang
By Mengtong Xiang | Feb. 8, 2025, 4:30 p.m. | In Features »
Blair alum Wei-Hwa Huang proves persistence, networking, and thinking outside the box are puzzle pieces of success.
The thought behind every shot
By Joe Newman | Feb. 8, 2025, 2:17 p.m. | In Features »
How Blair student photographers learn to capture the essential moments
Lightspeed and the age of student surveillance
By Joe Newman | Feb. 3, 2025, 2:14 p.m. | In Features »
Blair students and teachers voice their opinions on the latest activity surveillance software
MCPS's $2 million investment in vape detectors
By Mengtong Xiang | Dec. 21, 2024, 6:39 p.m. | In Features »
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.
Blair Boys’ Cross Country wins Counties for the first time
By Meghna Singh | Dec. 11, 2024, 2:10 p.m. | In Features »
How the 2024 team blazed through the finish line
Variety of languages reflects diverse Blair student body
By Joe Newman | Dec. 5, 2024, 2:24 p.m. | In Features »
From the Indigenous languages of Central America to native African dialects, language shapes school environment
Take a peek into local youth ensembles
By Joyce Fang | Nov. 18, 2024, 4:14 p.m. | In Features »
How youth orchestras further students’ passion in music
HoB Alumni: The career of Connie Chung
By Joe Newman | Nov. 12, 2024, 7:13 p.m. | In Features »
Esteemed journalist discusses her time at Blair during racial tension
Blair's Donna Whitney awarded prestigious Fulbright teaching honor
By Meghna Singh | Nov. 12, 2024, 1:48 p.m. | In Features »
Learn about her journey from a small town to a global teacher exchange program
From Guatemala to Blair
By Steven Dubon | Nov. 5, 2024, 4:18 p.m. | In Features »
Blair freshman describes her experience with immigration and boxing
Behind the election
By Zuri Smith | Nov. 4, 2024, 12:24 p.m. | In Features »
Find out what happens during the election and how you can get involved
Was Blair’s introduction of flag football a success?
By Joyce Fang | Oct. 25, 2024, 7:29 p.m. | In Features »
How the new varsity sport, flag football, is changing Blazers’ lives
Voces Unidas 2024: A celebration of the diversity of Hispanic Americans
By Anjali Harrison | Oct. 24, 2024, 1:11 p.m. | In Features »
Blair’s annual production featured songs, poems, and dances from a variety of Hispanic cultures
Blazer voices on new ID policies
By Anjali Harrison | Oct. 23, 2024, 1:33 p.m. | In Features »
Enhanced security measures for the 2024-2025 school year prompt an array of responses from students and staff
Triumphs through teamwork: Blair’s girls’ varsity field hockey season in review
By Meghna Singh | Oct. 23, 2024, 1:07 p.m. | In Features »
The team went 9-3 in a 2024 fall season dominated by blowout wins
Blair’s newest varsity sport: pickleball
By Joe Newman | Oct. 14, 2024, 1:09 p.m. | In Features »
The fastest-growing sport has reached MCPS with success
Still daydreaming: Delve into the mind of Pulitzer Prize-winning Michael Dirda
By Joe Newman | Oct. 11, 2024, 1:23 p.m. | In Features »
After a successful career in writing, Dirda reflects on his life and gives advice to young readers
Latino restaurants to try during Hispanic Heritage Month
By Joe Newman | Oct. 11, 2024, 12:56 p.m. | In Features »
From El Salvadoran to Cuban cuisine, some of the best restaurants are in the local Silver Spring area
Blazers shoot for the stars in the science olympiads
By Meghna Singh | Oct. 9, 2024, 1:19 p.m. | In Features »
Five Blazers pushed the boundaries of learning, earning medals and national recognition in their respective fields
Montgomery County’s cricket scene: Embracing the World Cup on home turf
By Meghna Singh | Aug. 28, 2024, 5:02 p.m. | In Features »
Local cricket enthusiasts celebrate as the U.S. hosts the Cricket World Cup for the first time.
Getting to Know Our Acting Principal Mr. Yates
By Mengtong Xiang | Aug. 25, 2024, 10:42 a.m. | In Features »
Meet Mr. Yates, a seasoned educator bringing a community-focused vision to Montgomery Blair High School.
Election season engagement opportunities
By Alex Feingold-Black | April 25, 2024, 8:51 a.m. | In Features »
During the election season, Blazers can find ways to give to their communities, despite not being old enough to vote
Breaking down the process of running for SMOB
By Tejusvi Vijay | April 13, 2024, 6:04 a.m. | In Features »
Looking beyond the Instagram posts and newsletters to understand the process of running for SMOB.
Spoken in silence
By Sophia Li | March 22, 2024, 3:27 a.m. | In Features »
How sign language interpreters are paramount, yet unavailable
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