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Katherine Jones
A Senior Storm's A' Brewin'
“Imma storm so bad it’s gonna be a tornado bruh roll 24,”
Logan Tongberg, Staff • June 5, 2023
Senior Storm is on June 8th at 7:30 on B-CC's concourse.
Taken of A4 Bathroom
Uptick in Student Misbehavior
Will Swann and Riley Petersen
In the past two weeks, two ambulances have been called to B-CC (or B-CC sponsored events) over drug-related incidents, students have shown up to school intoxicated, a trash can was lit on fire, and red paint was splattered on four B-CC bathrooms.
Not-So-Great Expectations: A Feedback Loop Sending B-CC in a Downward Spiral
Not-So-Great Expectations: A Feedback Loop Sending B-CC in a Downward Spiral
Hannah Yon and Sophie Hjares
The issue of rising truancy trends is much deeper than students neglecting to show up.
Lily Kolakowski
A Soapy Senior Prank
Ali Hellerman, Staff

Throughout B-CC last week, the senior class filled the hallways with pranks of all different shapes and sizes. “It was a last-minute decision...

Council Members Reach Decision for Teacher Salary
Council Members Reach Decision for Teacher Salary
Will Swann, Staff
Montgomery County Council Members agreed in a straw poll that they would not pass the proposed 10% tax increase to fund teacher salaries.
Prom: A Night to Remember?
Prom: A Night to Remember?
Caroline O'Brien, Culture Director
"My favorite part was the before prom when we were taking pictures, and everyone was vibing"
Katherine Jones
A Senior Storm's A' Brewin'
Logan Tongberg, Staff • June 5, 2023
Senior Storm is on June 8th at 7:30 on B-CC's concourse.
Taken of A4 Bathroom
Uptick in Student Misbehavior
Will Swann and Riley Petersen
In the past two weeks, two ambulances have been called to B-CC (or B-CC sponsored events) over drug-related incidents, students have shown up to school intoxicated, a trash can was lit on fire, and red paint was splattered on four B-CC bathrooms.
Lily Kolakowski
A Soapy Senior Prank
Ali Hellerman, Staff

Throughout B-CC last week, the senior class filled the hallways with pranks of all different shapes and sizes. “It was a last-minute decision...

Council Members Reach Decision for Teacher Salary
Council Members Reach Decision for Teacher Salary
Will Swann, Staff
Montgomery County Council Members agreed in a straw poll that they would not pass the proposed 10% tax increase to fund teacher salaries.
Not-So-Great Expectations: A Feedback Loop Sending B-CC in a Downward Spiral
Not-So-Great Expectations: A Feedback Loop Sending B-CC in a Downward Spiral
Hannah Yon and Sophie Hjares June 2, 2023
The issue of rising truancy trends is much deeper than students neglecting to show up.
Gather Around the Table
Gather Around the Table
Caroline O'Brien, Staff
“I feel like, in a way, [family dinners] create connections and increase bonding, whereas when you have separate dinners, it’s kind of a disconnect”
The Facade of Politeness
The Facade of Politeness
Alex Elias, Staff
“I need to be very careful when I talk or text with my boss at work to make sure that I don’t send them anything that can be misinterpreted as unprofessional or inappropriate”
The TikTok ban is just a Political Performance disguised as Privacy Protection
The TikTok ban is just a Political Performance disguised as Privacy Protection
Matt Carr, Staff
“The way forward is taking steps towards actual regulation instead of only banning ‘Chinese spyware,’”
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Chips: A Yearbook for the Arts
Matt Carr, Staff • June 2, 2023
“I like reviewing people's art because I love seeing the different art styles of students around the school”
Long Distance or Break Up: What Will B-CC Couples Decide?
Long Distance or Break Up: What Will B-CC Couples Decide?
Courtney Kloss, Staff
“I think it’s better to break up now than be held back by my significant other in college, but I’m still really sad about our decision”
Staycationing
Staycationing
Ellie Gips, Writer
“I couldn’t afford to go away this break because my parents have to pay for my college in the fall”
Crushing the Clock: Inside the Minds of First-Time AP Exam Takers
Crushing the Clock: Inside the Minds of First-Time AP Exam Takers
Lily Capizzi, Staff
“I prioritize studying for my exams over any other homework” 
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El Centro Kennedy Presenta: Ritmo Latino
Sara Torres May 12, 2023
“Estamos muy emocionados por esta increíble oportunidad para preformar y competir con equipos tan talentosos. Estamos listos para mostrar a todos lo que Ritmo Latino puede hacer.”
Katherine Jones
A Modest Promposal
Gabe Gebrekristose, Opinion Director (Emeritus) • June 2, 2023

The date is April 28, exactly three weeks before the prom on May 19. David had already been scheming Alissa, the girl in his AP Physics class,...

Anthony Manzo
Ultimate Frisbee Team Wins Back to Back State Championships
Milan Bhayana, Staff • June 2, 2023

B-CC’s Ultimate Frisbee team won the state championship on Monday, May 15th, going back-to-back for state titles.   In the finals, they...

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Andy's Pizza Coming to Bethesda
Roxie Jenkin, Staff • June 2, 2023
In what was once Booeymonger, the pizzeria will be taking a new home.
From the Coasts of Maryland to the Mountains of Virginia: A Tattler Guide for Day Tripping
From the Coasts of Maryland to the Mountains of Virginia: A Tattler Guide for Day Tripping
May 26, 2023

With school ending for seniors on May 26th, graduation on June 7th, and beach week on June 10th, we are left with an awkward gap of time where...

Is Daisy Jones and the Six Worth a Watch?
Is "Daisy Jones and the Six" Worth a Watch?
May 26, 2023
With a Bezos budget and a range of talented actors and actresses, Daisy Jones & The Six was set to be the show of the year.
Review: Grand Opening of the National Museum of the American Latino
Review: Grand Opening of the National Museum of the American Latino
May 12, 2023
This exhibit beautifully showcases how Latin American history is American history.
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