Here at Oakton, there are a variety of clubs for students to choose from, ranging from community service to academic programs. With the large number of choices for students to decide between, it is often...

On February 26th, Oakton Best Buddies hosted their monthly Fitness Buddies event in which passionate members gathered together in the Cafeteria for an afternoon of fun and fitness. A number of Oakton teachers...

Whether you’re looking for something to do with your friends, a program in your future field of study, or are looking for volunteer opportunities, the summer is a perfect time to fulfill these interests....

Superstitions are often evaluated throughout the course of the year, and are evident in our everyday lives. Although these ideals are seen on a daily basis, and are relevant throughout the course of the...

With the approaching end of the first quarter, students are panicking to raise their grades and retake assessments. With these challenges, comes stressful attempts to find new ways to study and learn content...

On April 4th, Best Buddies held their annual Spread the Word to End the Word celebration during lunch in the cafeteria. During the event, Oakton students signed the campaign created by the Best Buddies...

On March 23, 2018 the Stay Amped concert was held in Washington D.C. at the Anthem theater. The performance was a special event dedicated to seeking support for the end of gun violence in schools, targeting...

Youtube In honor of Black History Month, Youtube Spotlight has featured a new column on their channel known as #CreateBlackHistory. The spread is dedicated to informing the public about influential...

With the drop of temperatures across the nation, people are at a greater risk of getting health-related illnesses such as the flu or pneumonia. Just standing in the cold for several minutes can expose...

Have you ever sat down to think about the true meaning of Thanksgiving? The last Thursday in November hasn’t always been associated with the holiday of Thanksgiving. Inspired by the pilgrims and Wampanoag...

With the coming of the holiday season, charities become an increasingly important part in our community. Giving back to your community can be a very rewarding experience, especially during the holidays....

Did you know that teenagers require 8-10 hours of sleep a night? This statement is shocking to most. Most teens get less than 8 hours of sleep, as the average number varies between 7 to 7.5 hours a night....

The bright leaves and change in weather says it all. With the arrival of Fall comes the traditional celebrations of Halloween and Thanksgiving, but also the beginning of many exciting events, including...

Big Sib Project What is the BigSib Project? The Big Siblings program is a school wide effort to create a comfortable atmosphere for rising freshmen. Any current Oakton student can sign up, to help a...

Science is always impacting our daily lives. On August 21, 2017, the United States will experience a solar eclipse for the first time in more than four decades. Known as the Great American Total Solar...

   A study done at Semmelweis University in Budapest on October 18, 2014 has shown that the season in which you are born has an influence on certain monoamine neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and...

   For many of us, high school represents a new chapter in our lives. It is a time of meeting new people and forging new friendships. High school means having to become accustomed to a larger school....