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World News Briefs Feb 16

Hanna Addis
March 1, 2017
World News Briefs Feb 16
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Rising seniors celebrate the end of the year at Patriot Palooza by playing games, sports and activities. “My favorite part of Patriot Palooza was seeing so many students get involved with the fun activities that were going on in the gym,” junior Ashley Rudolph said.
Patriot Palooza brings fun, excitement to students
MCPS program regions divide the county into six geographic zones, changing how students access magnet and other programs. Supporters say the plan will expand opportunities and improve fairness and equity. “Regional Magnet Programs in MCPS: Proposed Changes and Community Response” by MCPS is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
MCPS Magnet Program changes spark debate among students, families
Sophomores Laila Krizer, Maya Gerstenzang and freshman Amelia Crespem played sports at Field Day on June 6. Photo courtesy Wootton Booster Club
Field Day brings sports, clubs, community together
Freshmen work on an an English assignment in the Writing Center during third period. In addition to help with English assignments, the Writing Center also offers help with social studies assignments, college essays, scholarship applications and internship applications.
MCPS budget cuts eliminate English composition assistant positions
Montgomery County’s new law bans single-use plastic bags at most stores, aiming to reduce pollution and protect local rivers and streams. “Sometimes customers complain if the bags tear, and it’s costing us more money,” Congressional Aquarium manager David Deckert said. "plastic bags awaiting recycling" by EvelynGiggles is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
No more plastic
Sally McCarthy is running for the Board of Education. Signs for candidates are plastered throughout Montgomery County, and people put them in front of their homes.
MCPS Board of Education candidates discuss experience, priorities ahead of election
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