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Interview with a Peruvian teacher

By Zach Mellman | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

Sandra Gutierrez is in her third year at Blair and teaches ESOL 4 and bilingual science, moved from Peru's capital of Lima to the United States when she was 15.


Getting a splash out of water sports

By Olivia Bevacqua | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

Sophomore Jocelyn Dowling has one thing on her mind as she fights her way through the Potomac River's raging rapids in July 2003: staying afloat. Capsizing could mean the loss of three days' worth of food and supplies tied loosely to the seat behind her. Water sprays across her face as she maneuvers through the whitewater, edging past jagged rocks that dwarf her red canoe.



AFI comes to Silver Theater

By Griff Rees | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

The AFI Silver Theater and Cultural Center will open in downtown Silver Spring next to City Place in April of next year. In addition to its commitment to showing quality films, the theater is intended to provide a cultural and educational resource for the whole Silver Spring community.



WUSA folds

By Ellie Blalock | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

The Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA) announced its closure on Monday, September 15, due to low attendance and poor sponsorship, according to CNN.com. WUSA's announcement came days before the Women's World Cup began on September 20.


snoWatch

By KC Costanzo, Jeremy Hoffman | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

Check out the Silver Chips Online snoWatch for all school-related snow information!


When teachers (verbally) attack

By Samantha Henig | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »


Photo: Fockey 2

By | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Sammy Wichansky takes a free hit


Coloring in the Lines

By Lily Hamburger | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »


Ice Hockey drops debut to B-CC

By Julia Gabriel | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

The Ice Hockey team suffered an unexpected 6-3 loss in its debut against B-CC at the Wheaton Inline on Dec 3. Extensive penalty time and a shortage of players contributed to Blair's loss.


Going pro

By Kent Anderson | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

When I was a lad you stayed in school. Back in my day you served your four years and then signed your contract. My how things have changed.


SCO reaches 1000th story ID

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Girl assaulted near Blair

By Elizabeth Green | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »



Do you think that SGA represents the student body effectively?

By | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

"I, being part of the SGA, do believe that we are trying our best to represent Blair students. However, I do not think we are really listening to what the student body has to say. It is taking too long for the SGA to do something about the student-teacher issues that occur everyday. Some students may really have problems with a teacher, or a student may just be unruly. Though it is taking a long time to address these types of issues, I do believe we are doing our best.”


Exam weight should not change

By | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

On Mar 24, Montgomery County will be making a huge mistake if it attempts to increase the weight of the semester exam from 25 to 30 percent.


First day runs smoothly

By Anthony Glynn | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »


Photo: Chicken Tikka Masala

By Claire Sleigh | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the many tasty options at Planet Bollywood.



Seeing Through the Haze

By Emma Norvell | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

Hazing is almost everywhere. Whether it's for a fraternity or a sports team, people always seem to feel the need to initiate new members of any organization with series of practical jokes.


Hispanic Heritage Month special feature

By Jeremy Hoffman | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

Silver Chips Online special on Hispanic Heritage Month.


Drug abuse more common in females

By Colby Chapman | Dec. 31, 1969, 7 p.m. | In Print »

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