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The Student Newspaper of Paint Branch High School

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The Student Newspaper of Paint Branch High School

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November Election Looms Large in Montgomery County, Maryland
November Election Looms Large in Montgomery County, Maryland
Luise-Emerson Terrel, News Editor • October 9, 2024

On November 5, voters from all across Montgomery County, Maryland will head...

The Social Studies Department dressed up as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Panther Spirit on Display
Zachary Kamba, Staff Writer • October 8, 2024

During the annual Spirit Week, Panthers showed off their snug and comfy sleepwear,...

Coach Blackwell coaching the Panthers on Paint Branch's sideline.
Panthers Dominate the Knights
Chaya Blount, Staff Writer • October 10, 2024

Following their September 27th homecoming win against Walter Johnson High School...

Why the 2024 Men’s Olympic Basketball Team was Better than The Dream Team
Ryan Bobb, Sports Editor • September 25, 2024

We done with the 90’s.  After another gold medal for Team USA at the 2024...

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Halloween is no fun without a scream, especially when you go trick or treating with Jack and Boo! Watch how Ashley and James, two high school friends, escape from the chasing Eye.
Jack and Boo!
Marissa Munger, Contributing Writer • November 15, 2024

A gentle autumn breeze rustled through the darkened streets of a small town, carrying the vibrant purple, orange, and green lights that danced in the streetlights' warm glow. As...

The set of Little Shop of Horrors at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, DC
There is Nothing Quite Like Live Theater
Sage Suddleson, Editor-in-Chief • October 17, 2024
Movie Review: Twisters (2024)
Movie Review: Twisters (2024)
Sage Suddleson, Editor-in-Chief • September 10, 2024
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The set of Little Shop of Horrors at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, DC
There is Nothing Quite Like Live Theater
Sage Suddleson, Editor-in-Chief • October 17, 2024

Musicals have historically been somewhat inaccessible to most of the population....

Dash In: What It’s Like Being a PB Student Driver
Xavier Chang, Staff Writer • September 20, 2024

How do you get to school? For those who have their license, driving to school...

I miss Cartoon Network, reminisce with me!
Jacqui Bennett, Staff Writer • November 20, 2024

Listen in as I talk about my favorite memories of Cartoon Network and what I...

Junior Year: A Rollercoaster
Macoura Niambele and Samantha Tewodros November 18, 2024

Join us as we recap quarter 1 with our challenges, tips, and more!

Meet the Staff
Riley Munger
Staff Writer

A new school year means excitement and new beginnings for many, and Paint Branch senior Riley Munger is no exception as she finds herself very excited about life because she has “this new mindset to...

Minh Nguyen
Staff Writer

When first stepping into high school, what were your expectations? Were they met or did you realize you were completely wrong? Minh Nguyen, a senior at Paint Branch, quickly discovered that high school...

Jacqui Bennett
Jacqui Bennett
Staff Writer

As a person who really enjoys summer, Paint Branch junior Jacqui Bennett admits that “because I like summer, it makes coming back to school hard to do.” While going back to school may be difficult,...

Macoura Niambele
Staff Writer

If you spend time with a high school student, it’s easy to see how good they are at doing their own thing, focusing on reaching their goals, and acting friendly and respectful to others. Most are easy...

Jaymie Miller
Staff Writer

What was the very last thing you did yesterday? Could it have been completing the last step in your nightly ritual? Or, maybe, hastily delivering near-overdue assignments to beat that infamous 11:59 deadline? Common...

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