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NJROTC cadets, Captain Shin, and Chief Mark pose along with Rear Admiral David J. Faehnle and Vice Admiral John Nowel, Jr.
Paint Branch NJROTC Marches for Memorial Day Parade
June 8, 2026
For Prom 2026, students put on their best and headed to The Hotel at Arundel Preserve in Hanover, Maryland.
PB’s 2026 Prom was Epic
May 28, 2026
PB's annual International Night event is a beloved tradition to brings many different cultures to the stage.
Student Culture Takes Center Stage
May 15, 2026
The newly elected Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB), Leul Dawit, stands with Anuva Maloo (current SMOB), and Reemey Ghermay.
Leul Dawit Secures Historic Victory in the 2026 SMOB Election
May 14, 2026
PB Art Students Visit the National Gallery of Art
PB Art Students Visit the National Gallery of Art
May 7, 2026
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
Juniors Reflect on “Most Important” Year
June 10, 2026
Rising Sophomores Look Back at First Year of High School
June 10, 2026
Dr. Mugerwa was recently named Principal Intern for the 2026-27 school year at MOCO high school Richard Montgomery.
Dr. Mugerwa Says Goodbye to PB
June 9, 2026
Manga vs. Manhwa
March 27, 2026
The Junior Year Experience
The Junior Year Experience
June 15, 2026
Social Media Distractions
Social Media Distractions
June 15, 2026
Approaching Senior Year
June 10, 2026
PRO/CON: Homework Shouldn’t Exist For Students
June 9, 2026
Pro/Con: Kids Under The Age of 12 Should Not Have Access to Social Media
May 21, 2026
Seiko Oomori: An Underrated J-POP Artist You Should Know
June 11, 2026
During Cardi B's opening screening she had this beautiful visual with her face making different expressions then leading to her crows to represent her newest album " Am I The Drama?"
Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour
April 24, 2026
Zara Larsson brought her new style and show, the "Midnight Sun" tour, to D.C. on March 31st.
Returning to the Spotlight: Zara Larsson’s Pop Resurgence
April 16, 2026
Manga vs. Manhwa
March 27, 2026
Perspectives Takes on The Sound of Music!
Perspectives Takes on The Sound of Music!
March 24, 2026
NBA Draft Top 5
April 30, 2026
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
NFL Free Agency Recap: Winners and Losers
March 24, 2026
Spring Sports Blooming
March 23, 2026
The Washington Commanders hope to keep the home fans cheering in 2026 with some new free agents and draft picks.
Commanders Look to be Better in 2026
March 23, 2026
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
The Junior Year Experience
The Junior Year Experience
June 15, 2026
Social Media Distractions
Social Media Distractions
June 15, 2026
Ms. Perkins, PB's Forensics Club coach.
Forensics League Celebrates Success
April 14, 2026
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
Students walk into PB in the snow on the morning of December 5th.
MCPS’ Call for On-Time Opening Causes Frustration
December 23, 2025
PB's 2025 College Fair
PB’s 2025 College Fair
November 5, 2025
Each year my family creates an ofrenda to celebrate the lives of those who have passed.
Dia De Los Muertos: The Importance of Cultural Traditions
October 10, 2025
NJROTC Cadets honored the fallen during their ceremony on 9/11.
NJROTC Commemorates September 11th
September 17, 2024
Students Conquer Fashion
March 10, 2023
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
This is Paint Branch (2018 Homecoming Game)
This is Paint Branch (2018 Homecoming Game)
October 27, 2018
This is Paint Branch (Culture Day)
This is Paint Branch (Culture Day)
October 19, 2018
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
Teens on Social Media
February 23, 2026
Two Artists to Listen to
January 22, 2026
The Dark Secrets of the Dark Web
January 15, 2026
An Unpopular Opinion
December 5, 2025
Spending time in the halls in her mobile office, running a meeting for staff, or spending time out and about at a PB event, Dr. Mirshah can be found all over PB.
Meeting Dr. Mirshah-Nayar
October 6, 2021
Mainstream Worthy Episode 3 - Pisces prophet Sonnie teaches Nigus and Izzie astrology
Mainstream Worthy Episode 3 – Pisces prophet Sonnie teaches Nigus and Izzie astrology
January 21, 2020
Mainstream Worthy episode 2- Trump's Impeachment: what does it really mean?
Mainstream Worthy episode 2- Trump’s Impeachment: what does it really mean?
November 27, 2019
Mainstream Worthy- Episode 1: Leadership and Self Actualization in modern age with Mr.Bohlen
Mainstream Worthy- Episode 1: Leadership and Self Actualization in modern age with Mr.Bohlen
October 5, 2019
How did your team do in the NFL draft?
June 2, 2022
This is the final podcast for Rushabh & Angad as they are set to graduate in June and head off to college next year. Here's to nothing but good times ahead for these two NFL super fans.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Super Bowl Edition
February 11, 2022
Joe Burrow leads the surprising Bengals into Kansas City to take on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the AFC, while the Niners head to LA to take on Rams.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Conference Championship Edition
January 28, 2022
Josh Allen and the Bills head to KC to take on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on Sunday.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Divisional Round
January 21, 2022
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – SuperBigWildCardWeekend
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – SuperBigWildCardWeekend
January 14, 2022
The Dark Secrets of the Dark Web
January 15, 2026
How Social Media Shapes Teen Mental Health
November 19, 2025
Spend Half a Million With Me
November 12, 2025
My Favorite Relaxing Tunes
May 7, 2025
Let’s keep it real: Self-respect
February 11, 2025
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
Social Media Distractions
Social Media Distractions
June 15, 2026
Seiko Oomori: An Underrated J-POP Artist You Should Know
June 11, 2026
Juniors Reflect on “Most Important” Year
June 10, 2026
Rising Sophomores Look Back at First Year of High School
June 10, 2026
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
June 3, 2026
Mainstream – March, 2026 – Full Issue
Mainstream – March, 2026 – Full Issue
March 19, 2026
Welcome to the December, 2025 print issue of Mainstream!
Mainstream – December, 2025 – Full Issue
December 10, 2025
Welcome to the February, 2025 Issue of Mainstream
Mainstream – February, 2025 – Full Issue
December 9, 2025
Mainstream - November, 2024 - Volume 55, Issue 1
Mainstream – November, 2024 – Full Issue
December 2, 2024
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
An Open letter to MCPS
An Open letter to MCPS
June 15, 2026
Dr. Mugerwa was recently named Principal Intern for the 2026-27 school year at MOCO high school Richard Montgomery.
Dr. Mugerwa Says Goodbye to PB
June 9, 2026
NJROTC cadets, Captain Shin, and Chief Mark pose along with Rear Admiral David J. Faehnle and Vice Admiral John Nowel, Jr.
Paint Branch NJROTC Marches for Memorial Day Parade
June 8, 2026
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
June 3, 2026
I Shall Paint My Own Story
February 19, 2026
The Pen, the student-operated literary magazine of the Paint Branch creative writing community, publishes student fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and art annually.
The Pen: PB’s Literary Magazine (2025 Edition)
May 30, 2025
The Future of Gaming: Marvel Rivals
February 4, 2025
Watch how the Computer Man, the mastermind within Lauren's computer, horrifies and lurks Lauren, Dane, and Brook into a world of pure technology and secrets.
Computer Man
January 21, 2025
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!
November 15, 2024
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NJROTC cadets, Captain Shin, and Chief Mark pose along with Rear Admiral David J. Faehnle and Vice Admiral John Nowel, Jr.
Paint Branch NJROTC Marches for Memorial Day Parade
Bethel Solomon, Staff Writer • June 8, 2026

On Monday, May 28th, the Paint Branch NJROTC cadets marched in the Memorial...

For Prom 2026, students put on their best and headed to The Hotel at Arundel Preserve in Hanover, Maryland.
PB’s 2026 Prom was Epic
Luise-Emerson Terrel, co-Editor-in-Chief • May 28, 2026

On Friday, May 1, 2026, Paint Branch held its annual prom for seniors and juniors...

Sports
NBA Draft Top 5
Ryan Bobb, Staff Writer • April 30, 2026

This is one of the best draft classes of all time, with star power throughout...

A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
Bryant Huntley, Staff Writer • April 10, 2026

Listen in as I talk about lacrosse, including its origin and some of its greatest...

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The Junior Year Experience
Social Media Distractions
Entertainment
Seiko Oomori: An Underrated J-POP Artist You Should Know
Kourtney Do • June 11, 2026

Seiko Oomori is a unique musician who expresses in her songs how much she loves music and writing lyrics. Seiko debuted in 2014 with her single “Kyuru Kyuru,” which was released...

During Cardi B's opening screening she had this beautiful visual with her face making different expressions then leading to her crows to represent her newest album " Am I The Drama?"
Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour
Keziah Suggs, Staff Writer • April 24, 2026
Zara Larsson brought her new style and show, the "Midnight Sun" tour, to D.C. on March 31st.
Returning to the Spotlight: Zara Larsson’s Pop Resurgence
Rayisa Islam, Entertainment Editor • April 16, 2026
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Features
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
Nardos Wondimu and Efratha Tewodros • June 19, 2026

Juniors Reflect on “Most Important” Year
Nathan Bui, Staff Writer • June 10, 2026

With the class of 2026 fast approaching graduation, another group of students...

Multimedia
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
Nardos Wondimu and Efratha Tewodros • June 19, 2026

The Junior Year Experience
The Junior Year Experience
Rayisa Islam, Entertainment Editor • June 15, 2026

Meet the Staff
Eileen Morataya
Staff Writer

For Paint Branch freshman Eileen Morataya a favorite activity is to walk around the Burtonsville shopping center. Eileen likes to walk around this shopping center because she thinks it is like two centers...

Bethel Solomon
Staff Writer

Bethel Solomon is a junior at Paint Branch High School who has lived in the area for about seven years. At home, she has a younger sister who is 15 years old. One place she would like to travel to is Minnesota,...

Eva Silva
Staff Writer

As the school year gets underway, Paint Branch senior Eva Silva stands out for her curiosity and big goals for the future. With graduation only about 180 days away and many more summers ahead, Eva holds...

Rayisa Islam
Entertainment Editor

High school represents four of the main essential years of our lives. It's where we start to figure out who we are and who we want to be. Rayisa Islam, a junior at Paint Branch, is in her third year of...

Joelle Hlover
Staff Writer

What is something you would want to be remembered for? For your awesome style? Will it be your amazing cooking? Some people dream of being remembered for their accomplishments, but for Paint Branch junior,...

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