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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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Fighting the Fires

Lindsey Katsaros, Editorial Board Member | December 12, 2017

Wildfires across the state of California have already damaged an area greater than New York City and Boston combined, and there does not seem to be an end anytime soon. Although there were a total of six wildfires recorded in California last week,...

Mileys Back and Younger Now

Miley’s Back and Younger Now

Jessica Marshall, Editor-in-Chief | November 23, 2017

After releasing "Bangerz" in 2013, Miley Cyrus took a break and focused more time on herself and her relationship with serious boyfriend and now fiancé Liam Hemsworth. Now, four years later, she is back into her music career and just released her newest...

Is Grey Thursday the New Black Friday?

Is Grey Thursday the New Black Friday?

Olivia Garrone, Editorial Board | November 22, 2017

Each year, the day after Thanksgiving is dubbed Black Friday, famous for its big sales and even bigger crowds. You may spend Thanksgiving morning or night pouring over the plethora of ads and planning you big trip the next morning and preparing line up...

Positive Performances

Lindsey Katsaros, Editorial Board Member | November 20, 2017

At the 2017 American Music Awards, many actors and artists took the opportunity to share uplifting messages during their acts. Throughout the year, the media has been filled with news of devastating natural disasters, hate crimes, and tumultuous politics....

Falling into a Series of Productions with Oakton Theatre

“Falling” into a Series of Productions with Oakton Theatre

Jessica Marshall, Editor-in-Chief | November 14, 2017

Now that Much Ado About Nothing has wrapped up from last weekend, Nov. 9th through Nov. 11th, the talented students of Oakton Theatre have moved on to working on two more productions: Almost, Maine and Orphie & the Book of Heroes. Almost, Maine...

Surfael and his teammate after a victory in his basketball league

Girl’s Varsity Basketball Practice Squad

Nathan Tankel, Staff Writer | November 14, 2017

This year, at Oakton High School, the girls varsity basketball team is trying something that is unprecedented at the school. Because of the smaller than expected turnout for tryouts, the team is having 3 seniors act as a practice squad to help the team....

It’s Official!

Lindsey Katsaros, Editorial Board Member | November 14, 2017

After school on November 8, four of Oakton’s top athletes signed their National Letter of Intent. November 8 through November 15 is the first signing period of the year. Before this day, many high school seniors have been verbally committing to the...

Album Releases: November 2017

Album Releases: November 2017

Olivia Garrone, Editorial Board | November 14, 2017

Whether you listen to pop, country, or holiday music, there’s something new coming for you this November! A wide range of singers and songwriters have albums slated to be released this month. One of the most anticipated releases this November was...

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What happens after tragedy strikes Texas?

Ishika Jain, Editorial Board Member | November 12, 2017

On November 5, tragedy struck Texas as 26 year old Devin Patrick Kelley killed 26 people and wounded 20 people at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, Texas. Kelly served in the US Air Force in 2010 until he was discharged. Later, Kelly was...

A Walk for Friendship and Inclusion

A Walk for Friendship and Inclusion

Jessica Marshall, Editor-in-Chief | October 22, 2017

The annual Best Buddies Capital Region Friendship Walk was held on Saturday, October 21st on the National Mall. Members of Best Buddies Oakton participated in the walk and some have said that it was the best walk yet. Not only was team Oakton the...

Powder puff, the flag football game between the junior and senior class, is being postponed

Powder puff not present

Rebecca Woodhouse, Editor-in-Chief | October 22, 2017

This fall, there appears to be a break in the tradition. Yes, the homecoming dance was this past weekend, and yes, the football team continues to play, but where are the powder puff practices? The intense flag football game between the junior class...

How electives will help you later in life

How electives will help you later in life

Emily Richardson, Editorial Board | October 22, 2017

Getting yourself through school day after school day can prove to be difficult, with the typical strain of less sleep and more stress. Taking notes can get repetitive, and testing gets dull quickly. Most students, however, have at least one class in their...

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