Blow Pierce S-p-e-l-l-i-n-g Bee
February 7th, 2017. Have you ever wanted to be in a school spelling bee? Well, I have always wanted to participate in an actual real spelling bee. My school spelling bee has lots of easy and hard words like personification, precautionary, and aspirations.
Our Glow Day!!
On January 31, 2017, Preschool - 2nd grade went to a skating rink named Temple Hills Skate Palace. All kids that had 150 DOJO points could go. DOJO points have to be earned by following directions.
Chamberlain Volleyball Team To The Playoffs!
This year the Chamberlain Girls Volleyball team advanced to the playoffs. They defeated two teams in the playoffs and had a great season!
Pre-K Valentine’s Day Celebration: “Love to Dance”
On Tuesday, February 14th, 2017, in honor of Valentine’s Day, the Pre-K Team put on a spectacular Valentine’s Dance entitled “Love to Dance.” The dance was held in the gym for elementary students in grades kindergarten thru 4th grades. Everyone was asked to wear some form of red, pink, purple or white.
Woodridge Dance Team Won Again
On Saturday, February 4th, 2017, the Dancing Eagles competed in the Cheer Starz Dance Competition. The dance competition was held at Ballou High School. There were approximately 11 girls who danced to a total of 8 songs. The dancers came in first place once again in the overall competition based on moves, style, and uniforms.
All About our Former President, Barack Obama
This past year, we saluted and said farewell to our inspiring former president, Barack Obama. President Obama was and still is a great leader to the people of America. But how did President Obama become the wonderful leader he is today? Let’s take a look back at Barack Obama’s story about how he became the great person he is today.
Woodridge Celebrates the 100th Day of School
On Friday, February 3rd, 2017, Woodridge Scholars celebrated the 100th Day of School! Scholars in grades PK thru 4 dressed up like they were 100 years old.
Should Transgender People Have Their Own Bathrooms?
Should transgender people have their own bathrooms? This is a question that has been debated many times. Should they be allowed in the bathroom of the gender they changed to? Or should transgenders use the bathroom that matches the gender they were born with?
Top Defense In The DMV
This year I was honored to be selected to the First Team Allmet Defense. Allmet consists of the top players in this area from both offense and defense. Players are deemed first team, second team, or honorable mention based on their performance during the season.
Dance to the Beat and Move Your Feet!
January 11, 2017. Over the years, dance has played an important role in helping people get in shape and be healthy. In 2016-17 there are all types of different dances. Some of the dances consist of JuJu on that beat, Running Man and of course, the famous Whip and Nae Nae.
Up Up And Away At The Air And Space Museum!!
Blow Pierce went to the Air and Space Museum with the Junior Cadet program. We did lots of activities. First, we went to the top level which is also the tower. In the tower, we had a fantastic view. We saw a big field, a runway for the airplanes and clear parking lots.
The New Edition Miniseries—A Powerful and Inspirational Look Into the Lives of Music Legends
On January 24th, BET aired the three-day event “The New Edition Story” which takes you on the journey of the legendary R&B music group, “New Edition”. This epic three-part series takes you through the lives of Bobby, Mike, Ralph, Ricky, Ronnie, and Johnny Gill.
FCA Homecoming Pageant
Video by Christian Braswell, Kiani Bell, Danniece Hollins, Vincent Abney, Takalya Keys, Ireana Gaddis and Christian Taylor.
18 FCA Student Athletes Commit to Full Ride Scholarships
Photos by Xavier Cook and Simone Wimbush
Who is Todrick Hall?
Who is Todrick Hall? Todrick is an American singer, dancer, and actor. It all started on Youtube when Todrick began making Youtube videos of him and friends doing flash mobs. His flash mobs went viral! From dancing in Target to “End of Time” by Beyonce in 2011 to singing “Coca-Cola Shake” in Times Square, Todrick has made appearances in many places with his beautiful voice.
“Isn’t She Lovely”: Woodridge’s 1st Annual Father and Daughter Dance
On Saturday, January 28, 2017, the Woodridge Dance Team put on their 1st Annual Father Daughter Dance. The dance was held in the gym with decorations like it was a prom. The colors were pink, white and purple.
Animals Tell Us How To Be Healthy
On January 25, 2017, our school Friendship Southeast Academy K-5th grade had an assembly. We had a visitor named Sarah. Sarah showed us a video about her friends Grace and Michael. She showed two videos, one was called Jump Rope Heart Survivor-Michael Ehlers.
Come On Ladies Let’s Get in Formation: Woodridge Eagles Take the Maryland Cup by Storm
On Saturday, January 28th, our Lady Eagles Cheerleading Team won 1st place in the Maryland Cup Cheerleading Competition that took place in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This year’s team had way more synchronization and fewer falls than they did last year.
When it Comes to the President, “Size Does Matter”
Once again, President Donald Trump got angry, and this time it was about his inauguration crowd. By now most of his remarks are devoted to attacking the news media. He continues to say that the media is dishonest.