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Depression affects many teenagers, especially aggravating symptoms in students who are stressed by school. If you or a loved one is suffering from depression, you can speak to someone through the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

With Depression, You Don’t Have To Struggle Alone

Savannah Jackson, Writer May 8, 2017

“In past generations, people didn’t really talk about it. You just kind of pretended that it wasn’t there.” That’s what one Wilde Lake teacher has to say about her struggle with depression. “I’ve...

A red couch that had been in Mr. Townsends room where students sat and slept during their lunch period has now been replaced by a grey table.

Bookshelves, Coffee Makers, Couches, All Removed From Classrooms Due to HCPSS Policy

Luka Trikha, Writer March 29, 2017

“Just put them in the closet!” students exclaimed after Ms. Bullock informed her students that her lamps, posters, and chair must go after the results of the Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) inspection held...

Culinary Students Get a Chance to Cook Again After Teacher Leaves

Culinary Students Get a Chance to Cook Again After Teacher Leaves

Gabby Christopher, 2015-2017 Opinions Editor February 23, 2017

Upon entering the classroom on February 15, there was a liveliness that wasn’t there before in the 4B culinary class. The students were animated again, talking and interacting with one another while...

“Strong Burning Smell” From HVAC Causes Second Evacuation This School Year

“Strong Burning Smell” From HVAC Causes Second Evacuation This School Year

Anjali DasSarma, 2015-2017 Editor-in-Chief February 15, 2017

Students were forced to evacuate the building on February 15, 2017 at the end of first period due to another round of issues with the HVAC system. At 8:15 am, the first two fire trucks arrived at the...

Bio Classes Give Wilde Lake Failing Grade on Pollution Test

Bio Classes Give Wilde Lake Failing Grade on Pollution Test

Luka Trikha, Writer February 7, 2017

E. That’s the grade Wilde Lake received based on the test administered by Ms. Carpenter and Mr. Mandl's Biology classes. This test was based on criterion provided by the Howard County Conservatory....

The new net-zero building has natural lighting that shines through large windows.

Wilde Lake Middle School Holds Grand Opening of New Net Zero Building

Gabby Christopher and Bryan Castillo, Opinions Editor and Staff Writer February 3, 2017

Wilde Lake Middle School held it’s grand opening for the newly built Net Zero building on January 8, the first one in Maryland, making it the most energy conscious school in the state. The grand opening...

Despite Election Results, Wilde Lake Trump Supporters Feel Silenced

Despite Election Results, Wilde Lake Trump Supporters Feel Silenced

Savannah Jackson, Writer January 30, 2017

Immediately following the presidential election of 2016, the student body was split between those who supported Hillary Clinton and those who supported President-Elect Donald Trump. Many Trump supporters...

Women’s March Inspires Students to Get Involved

Women’s March Inspires Students to Get Involved

Misbah Farooqi, 2015-2017 Editor-in-Chief January 30, 2017

“This is what democracy looks like!” shouts thousands of women and men in pink knitted hats, famously dubbed “pussy hats,” holding signs with messages like “girls just wanna have fundamental...

Superintendent Dr. Renee Foose Gives Wilde Lake Seniors Opportunity to Speak Their Minds

Superintendent Dr. Renee Foose Gives Wilde Lake Seniors Opportunity to Speak Their Minds

Anjali DasSarma, 2015-2017 Editor-in-Chief January 11, 2017

Superintendent Dr. Renee Foose reached out to Principal LeMon to set up a meeting with Wilde Lake seniors on December 13, 2016. This meeting, which was organized with students voicing their concerns while...

Howard County Council Chairman Calvin Ball Visits Wilde Lake to Hear Student Feedback

Howard County Council Chairman Calvin Ball Visits Wilde Lake to Hear Student Feedback

Ihsaan Fanusie, News Editor January 9, 2017

Dr. Calvin Ball, chairman of the Howard County Council, visited Wilde Lake on Wednesday, December 14 to hear the students give their opinions and ask questions about the social atmosphere in Howard County. Dr....

SGA Hosts Student Leadership Conference to Unite Student Body

SGA Hosts Student Leadership Conference to Unite Student Body

Gabby Christopher, 2015-2017 Opinions Editor January 3, 2017

As a response to the high demand for more opportunities to celebrate and learn about Wilde Lake’s diversity from the students who attended the student voices discussion on November 14, the SGA put together...

Wilde Lake Teachers Disappointed by Election Results

Wilde Lake Teachers Disappointed by Election Results

Bryan Castillo, Photographer December 15, 2016

At Wilde Lake, teachers just like the students, want to have their opinions heard on the results of the election. While some teachers feel satisfied with the results, others feel disappointed and shocked. Ms....

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