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Oakton Outlook

The student news site of Oakton High School

Oakton Outlook

The student news site of Oakton High School

Oakton Outlook

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Meaningful Holiday Gifts

Meaningful Holiday Gifts

Haley Longfellow, Editorial Board | December 21, 2019

There’s a priceless feeling you get when you give someone a gift. Even if it’s something little, a burst of joy accompanies watching a friend or family member get excited about your gesture.  It’s especially gratifying to gift something clever...

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“Fine Line” Review

Zoe Sauger, Editor-In-Chief | December 15, 2019

One direction no longer exists, and Harry Styles has proven this by releasing an album that not only pushes limits, but takes the listener into a world that feels nothing like a teenage love song. The first single of Styles’ album was released October...

Students parking on Sutton Road.

Jumpstart Your Day

Payton Wozny, Editor-In-Chief | December 15, 2019

For many student drivers at Oakton, getting to school early to park on Sutton is a norm. To ensure a good spot, students begin arriving as early as 6:30 AM. Although the parking situation is not ideal, especially for the unlucky seniors who missed out...

Frozen vs Frozen 2

Frozen vs Frozen 2

Shevany Moharir, Editorial Board | December 13, 2019

The big buzz of Thanksgiving 2019 was the premiere of Frozen 2, the sequel to Disney’s Frozen which, at the time of its release in 2013, was the highest grossing animated film in history. It was no surprise that audiences went crazy when Disney announced...

The Battle Between Old and New Film Making

The Battle Between Old and New Film Making

Will Locklin, Staff Writer | December 13, 2019

A heated debate in the entertainment world has taken place over the legendary filmmaker, Martin Scorsese's controversial comment about Marvel movies. In November, Scorsese said “I don’t see them. I tried, you know? But that’s not cinema,” Scorsese...

Christmas One Hit Wonders

Lizzie Thompson, staff writer | December 13, 2019

It’s that time of year again when Christmas trees are being put up and holiday music is being played on every radio station. During this season it’s often fun to listen to one-hit wonders like Mariah Carrey’s All I Want for Christmas is You, Eartha...

Planning the Winter Break

Grace Park, Staff Writer | December 13, 2019

   It’s December, and the year of 2020 is approaching.  Winter break is coming but still there are so many students who do not know what to do during winter break.  The break is in the middle of the second quarter, so students have to focus on...

Assumptions about Kpop Fans

Elene LIpartiani, Staff Writer | December 13, 2019

As Korean-pop artists such as BTS, MONSTAX and BLACKPINK gain traction and popularity in the U.S, more and more people become fans and celebrate the successes of the groups they enjoy, or ‘stan’. However, due to the sheer size of the fandoms and the...

Holiday Celebrations in December

Lindsay Greenspan, Staff Writer | December 13, 2019

 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Music jingles around busy holiday shoppers, and colorful lights go up on houses across America. Different countries and cultures have various festivities, even for similar holidays. So sit back, grab your...

Sad Music on Mental Health

Holland Cogan, Staff Writer | November 8, 2019

  Who wants to listen to a happy song on a bad day? People usually resort to the comforts of their sad music playlist with slow beats and soulful words to cancel out the world. A select few, however, turn up the volume in their car and scream...

Cultural Exchange at Oakton

Cultural Exchange at Oakton

Haley Longfellow, Editorial Board | November 6, 2019

Cultural experiences can be fascinating, offering people a glance into the day-to-day lives of others. They can shed light on the differences between simple things; say, shopping for groceries in California versus Egypt, or finding transportation in Laos...

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Pumpkin Bread

Sitota Mesfin, Staff Writer | November 6, 2019

Summer has disappeared and fall has shown its colors. With the leaves falling and the weather cooling, what better time is there to make some pumpkin bread? Get ready to surprise all of your friends and family with some incredible pumpkin bread, making...

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