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Written by Editor-in-Chief Claire BaekPhoto by Claire Baek.Building on his efforts to limit cell phone use in schools, G...
01/16/2026

Written by Editor-in-Chief Claire Baek
Photo by Claire Baek.

Building on his efforts to limit cell phone use in schools, Governor Glenn Youngkin and the Virginia General Assembly have attempted to limit social media use for minors under 16. On Jan. 1, the Consumer Data Protection Act became effective in Virginia.

The Consumer Data Protection Act aims to protect teenagers from the negative effects of social media in two ways. Not only does the Consumer Data Protection Act require social media companies to implement methods to determine whether a user is under 16, but it also limits minors’ use of their platforms to one hour per day.

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Written by Editors-in-Chief Lizzie Sun and Cedric TchommoDesign by Lizzie SunPhoto courtesy of unique bash creativeAI ca...
12/17/2025

Written by Editors-in-Chief Lizzie Sun and Cedric Tchommo
Design by Lizzie Sun
Photo courtesy of unique bash creative

AI can advance society, yet it brings risks, including misuse. As the job market’s priorities shift, students’ future will be affected by AI, pushing the need for guidance from schools. Without clear preparation, a loss of opportunities may occur, but knowing how to navigate it is a growing focus.

After months of internal planning, FCPS unveiled its next steps in taking the district into the AI age. On Nov. 3, the district hosted FCPS Forward: AI & The Future of Learning, an event announcing its partners, Google and Playlab, for their AI literacy initiative, Meeting the Moment

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The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) had their meeting and holiday party after school on Monday, Dec. 8. The meeting st...
12/16/2025

The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) had their meeting and holiday party after school on Monday, Dec. 8. The meeting started off with a slideshow, giving announcements on any updates or upcoming events. They had activities such as perler beading, clay sculpting and snacks including cupcakes, brownies, chips, a hot chocolate making station and a cotton candy machine.

Their usual meetings include creating arts and crafts and service hour opportunities. They also host events in the school such as the Pyramid Art Show. The club is open to students who have taken at least two years of an art class, have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a 3.0 or higher in their respective art class.

“If you are interested in joining an honor society that is a little more laid back than some of the other ones, then I fully recommend [joining NAHS],” senior president Nix O’Meara said. “The service opportunities are serious for the impact that they make but, in the end, we’re just making art. We’re making a visual representation of something beautiful.”

NAHS meets the first Monday of every month in Room 112. More information can be found on their upcoming meetings and activities can be found on .

Written by Staff Writer Sofya KornilovaPhoto courtesy of Caroline MusciTchaikovsky’s scores and nutcracker dolls have be...
12/12/2025

Written by Staff Writer Sofya Kornilova
Photo courtesy of Caroline Musci

Tchaikovsky’s scores and nutcracker dolls have become synonymous with the holiday season, a time when many ballet companies unveil their productions of “The Nutcracker.” With the show performed on a yearly basis, dancers and audience members get the opportunity for new experiences through an old tale.
“The Nutcracker” ballet premiered in St. Petersburg, 1892, as a loose adaptation of one of E.T.A. Hoffman’s short stories, “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.” The ballet gained popularity in the U.S. in the mid-twentieth century, and has since become a Christmastime tradition. Former ballet dancer and current Ph.D candidate at Harvard Sofiya Boroday recalls her experience with “The Nutcracker” in a student-run ballet company at the University of Chicago.

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Written by Staff Writer Nethra Kumaravel Photo courtesy of Kris BrownAs frost sticks to windshields and engines hum in t...
12/11/2025

Written by Staff Writer Nethra Kumaravel
Photo courtesy of Kris Brown

As frost sticks to windshields and engines hum in the cold morning air, drivers prepare to drive on winter roads. With temperatures falling, students are reviewing safety habits and learning how to adapt to changing winter conditions.

While temperatures drop, drivers are dealing with reduced visibility, slower morning commutes and changing road conditions. Colder mornings have already challenged the driving confidence of several students.

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Written by Business Manager/Copy Editor Janya ShrivastavaPhoto courtesy of wickedmovie.com.Whether “For Good” or bad, th...
12/08/2025

Written by Business Manager/Copy Editor Janya Shrivastava
Photo courtesy of wickedmovie.com.

Whether “For Good” or bad, the sequel film adaptation of “Wicked” leaves a lasting impact on its audience. After 21 years on the stage, the story reaches global audiences in a new light, illustrating the fine line between good and evil.

“Wicked: For Good” is a stage-to-screen adaptation of the second act of the Broadway musical “Wicked,” which itself is adapted from Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel “Wicked.” Altogether, the stories are all based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” and its 1939 film adaptation. The story takes place in the Land of Oz, following two young women named Elphaba, who was born with emerald-green skin, and Galinda, a bubbly, popular girl. With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, a screenplay by Winnie Holzman and direction from Jon M. Chu, the audience explores the pair’s journey in becoming the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch.

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New sports article by staff writer Nethra Kumravel is out now, highlighting the girls volleyball team aiming to redefine...
12/05/2025

New sports article by staff writer Nethra Kumravel is out now, highlighting the girls volleyball team aiming to redefine their identity on the court. Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

New A&E review by A&E editor Hansika Gautama is out now, highlighting Trader Joe’s fall seasonal snacks. Click the link ...
12/04/2025

New A&E review by A&E editor Hansika Gautama is out now, highlighting Trader Joe’s fall seasonal snacks. Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

New A&E article written by staff writer Leilah Ross is out now, highlighting the Performing Arts department managing to ...
12/02/2025

New A&E article written by staff writer Leilah Ross is out now, highlighting the Performing Arts department managing to get practices and performances done despite having limited space. Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

New features article written by assistant online editor/social media manager Munevver Culha is out now, highlighting the...
11/25/2025

New features article written by assistant online editor/social media manager Munevver Culha is out now, highlighting the meaning behind indivuals names in CHS. Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

New sports student spotlight by staff writer Lia Kim is out now, highlighting field hockey athlete Keeli Gant. Click the...
11/25/2025

New sports student spotlight by staff writer Lia Kim is out now, highlighting field hockey athlete Keeli Gant. Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

We’re starting to design our second print issue for this school year! Make sure to check our insta for more updates and ...
11/20/2025

We’re starting to design our second print issue for this school year! Make sure to check our insta for more updates and visit our website, chantillynews.org , to read our past articles🙌

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