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Photo: Black Lives Matter

By Maya Frey | Nov. 8, 2020, 4:59 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

A woman holds up her fist in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and celebrates Biden's win.

Photo: We Did it America!

By Maya Frey | Nov. 8, 2020, 3:58 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Two women walk down 16th street holding a sign in celebration of Joe Biden's win.

Is Disney drowning under their live-action remakes?

By Joy Xu | Nov. 6, 2020, 1:17 p.m. | In Entertainment »

Even with the mediocre opening weekend of Mulan’s live-action, Disney plans to launch a remake of The Little Mermaid next year.

Do you want to be my Holidate?

By Medhanit Desta | Nov. 4, 2020, 3:06 p.m. | In Movies »

Luke Bracey and Emma Roberts star in a rom-com that is funny but also demeaning

Student privacy proves to be important during virtual learning

By Tharindi Jayatilake | Nov. 3, 2020, 3:09 p.m. | In Op/Ed »

How serious are the privacy issues with online school?

NBA bubble ball: reaction to the regular season honors and postseason

By Billy Scott | Nov. 2, 2020, 3:54 p.m. | In Sports »

Giannis Antetokounmpo wins his second consecutive MVP and the Lakers win their 17th NBA Finals in one-of-a-kind NBA season (Image Courtesy of LA Times)

Halloween this year will be tricky, but there will be plenty of treats to find

By Rina Haimson | Oct. 30, 2020, 6:45 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Despite the pandemic cancelling most in-person gatherings, there are still many ways to celebrate

Editorial Board re-endorses Lynne Harris for Board of Education

By Silver Chips Editorial Board | Oct. 28, 2020, 8:27 p.m. | In Print Opinions »

After extensive research and a forum held by the Silver Chips Editorial Board with both candidates, the Editorial Board is proud to endorse Harris for the At-Large seat on the Board of Education, upholding the decision made in May. As a champion for student voices and an experienced MCPS teacher, Harris will bring necessary perspective to the Board table, ensuring that students are at the forefront of all conversations.

Everything you need to know about iOS 14

By Tharindi Jayatilake | Oct. 25, 2020, 11:17 a.m. | In Technology »

With the new Apple update comes customization and more freedom for an iPhone layout

Suffering with and for us: How Blair's staff is adapting to the pandemic

By Luke Sanelli | Oct. 25, 2020, 10:26 a.m. | In Features »

Blair students may be surprised to hear that Blair staff members are having the same feelings of loneliness and isolation as they are

"This is nothing new"

By Medhanit Desta, Myles Feingold-Black | Oct. 22, 2020, 10:11 a.m. | In Features »

Blazers react to the Breonna Taylor verdict

Breathing Space

By Myles Feingold-Black | Oct. 22, 2020, 9:45 a.m. | In Opinions »

MCPS should allow in-person fall sports practices for the remainder of the first semester

Photo: Tool Tree

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 11:04 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Various tools such as a ladder and some wheelbarrows are placed under a tree in the middle of the farm.

Photo: In the City

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 11:02 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

The last flowers on a dying sunflower plant are seen with one of Silver Springs many apartment buildings in the background.

Photo: Farm Cat

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 10:57 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

One of the cats that live on the farm is seen relaxing in front of the farm stand.

Photo: Water Daily

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 10:50 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Rows of leeks and lettuce are seen growing on Koiner Farm.

Photo: Compost Hub

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 10:47 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

A compost hub is seen in the middle of Koiner Farm with an ever growing pile of plant waste waiting to be incorporated into the next batch of compost.

Photo: Prepping the Beds

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 10:40 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

Intern and Blair senior Anna Fisher-Lopez breaks up the soil in a gardening bed, prepping to cover it up with grass sod.

Photo: An Educational Experience

By Audrey Haverland | Oct. 19, 2020, 10:37 p.m. | In ‎Latest »

One of Koiner Farms missions is to educate and inspire a new generation of urban farmers. A small sign is set up, providing information about various pollinators and their benefits.