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Oakton Outlook

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Oakton Outlook

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The Stress That’s Trying to Help

claudia messina, Editor in Chief | April 26, 2019

Every student knows or has experienced the stress related to the end of the school year. With final exams, end of year projects, AP testing, and keeping up with classes, there's a lot to stress over. On top of  that, there are also the SOL’s. SOL stands...

The Benefits of Yoga

The Benefits of Yoga

Portia Dai, Editorial Board | April 26, 2019

During the morning announcements, you may have heard that “yoga will be in the aux gym today.” These yoga sessions are led by Jenny Ferguson who has been teaching these classes since they started. These half hour sessions help students relax and relieve...

Benefits of Uber

Lizzie Thompson, staff writer | April 23, 2019

Just recently our society has been reminded of the dangers involving being driven around by strangers. A student from University of South Carolina was kidnapped after getting into someone’s car, which she thought was her Uber. With new safety concerns...

Mainstream Misinformation

Mainstream Misinformation

Annabelle Rosse, Staff Writer | April 22, 2019

Think about the last time you learned something new concerning the news. Where did you find that information? Was it plastered on some type of social media page like Facebook or Twitter? If so, were you wise enough to double-check these facts with a different...

Spring Break Bucket List

Spring Break Bucket List

Zoe Siamon, Staff Writer | April 22, 2019

If you are staying home for spring break, chances are that you want to have a fun time. So many people travel and go all around the world, and here you are, stuck at your house. What is there to do? This list consists of a variety of things, some very...

The Many Benefits of Meditation

The Many Benefits of Meditation

Haley Longfellow, Editorial Board | April 21, 2019

Upon hearing the word 'meditation', many people instinctively envision a person humming to themselves with their eyes gently closed, completely at peace. Others are reminded of the role that the practice plays in religions such as Buddhism. Siddhartha...

How to Have a Fun Staycation

April 13, 2019

    Many students excitedly talk about where they’re going for spring break as it grows closer. They talk about their plans for the beach or what relative they’re visiting, but not everyone’s leaving town. In fact, having fun while staying home...

How Important is Working Out?

Sarah Jeffries, Staff Writer | April 11, 2019

Exercise is something that everybody needs once in awhile; whether it be taking a walk, riding your bike, or actually going to the gym to lift weights or run on the treadmill, your body needs to move around to stay healthy and support your mental and...

The Stressful Break

April 11, 2019

Although high school experiences can vary tremendously from student to student, something nearly everyone experiences is the copious amount of stress. With trying to stay on top of all the assigned homework to cramming for the test next period, high school...

Spring Study Tips

Maddie Flickinger, Staff Writer | March 15, 2019

Spring is right around the corner and while you may be ready for some warmer weather, are you ready for the large amount of tests that are coming up? Here are 6 spring study tips that will allow you to enjoy the warm weather and prepare for your exams...

Breakfast On-The-Go

Breakfast On-The-Go

Haley Longfellow, Editorial Board | March 13, 2019

Sitting down and having a healthy breakfast is only a dream for many sleepy students. Tired from pushing through homework assignments late at night, many of us choose to wait until the last possible second in the morning to hop out of bed, frantically...

How to Make Time for Sleep

Olivia Garrone, Editorial Board | March 11, 2019

Though hibernating for 17 hours on Sunday may seem like an appealing way to catch up on sleep, there are more effective ways to stay well-rested throughout the week. Sleeping as little as high school students do is not only unhealthy but unsustainable....

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