How to adjust to the new reality: Social distancing in a social world
Leana Travis, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2020
Dear South Lakes Sentinel readers, As someone who tends to struggle with a lack of structure and long periods of isolation, I understand how a month of “social distancing” can seem overwhelming and near to impossible. For those of you who relate to that feeling or just need so...
Best commercials of the 2020 Super Bowl
Maddy McFarlin, Sports Editor
February 12, 2020
The Superbowl LIV (56) was an eventful game that resulted in the first victory in 50 years for the Kansas City Chiefs. But for the people who don’t understand or like football, the real entertainment is the commercials. A thirty-second commercial had cost about 5.6 million dollars, which leav...
How to stick to New Year’s resolutions
Adriana Agic, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
It’s official! 2019 has come to an end, and a new decade has begun. With the conclusion of the month of January, many people are struggling to keep their New Year’s resolutions. Here are some tips if you’re having a tough time sticking to your resolutions! Be specific when writing goals When it co...
The best 3D animated cat movie
Lourdes Santiago, Staff Writer
January 21, 2020
Cats, the movie has shocked and stunned the world with its atrocious animation, that if looked at directly could possibly cause you physical pain. Now this setup has been done before, with “live action” The Lion King, Cats and Dogs, and of course, the Garfield movies. While the first movie was a...
The truth about JV sports
Marc Goldstein, Sports Editor
January 16, 2020
JV sports is the slightly lower level for high school sports. That is the technical term, but people within these programs think of it differently. Players on junior varsity teams think of their team as a second-class citizen compared to the varsity team. It makes sense, though, the team that goes on t...
The Shield of Opinions
Caiya Morrison, Staff Writer
December 19, 2019
Opinions are meant to be a view or belief not necessarily influenced by facts or your own knowledge. Throughout the years, opinions have contorted into something different: a shield. A common and incorrect understanding is that an opinion cannot be wrong. An opinion may be a judgment or...
10 ways to get into the Christmas spirit
Audrey Wheeler, Staff Writer
December 17, 2019
The holidays are right around the corner, and with only three days until winter break there is not a lot of time to prepare. Whether you stay in or go out, these activities are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit! Visit a Christmas Tree Farm Nothing says Christmas like getting a real evergreen to ...
The Pros & Cons of Reston’s New Wegmans
Evie Mohan, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
As many Reston residents know, a new Wegmans store will be opening up in 2020. Wegmans is a grocery store that’s focused on nutrition and is very similar to Whole Foods. However, the prices in Whole Foods are much higher, and often, one doesn’t get the same variety that is available in Wegmans. T...
Why the South Lakes athletes should be thankful for the South Lakes community
Marc Goldstein, Sports Editor
November 27, 2019
Seahawk athletes past and present all have one thing in common to be thankful for: the Reston community. The atmosphere that has been created by all the fans and supporters is something that is unlike any other. The energy and passion that is demonstrated by everyone in the community. The praise for t...
The chemtrail conspiracy: What it is and whether or not it’s true
Taylor Anderson, Online Editor
October 31, 2019
If you’ve ever looked up at the sky, and noticed a white streak, almost like a cloud, trailing behind an airplane, you’ve witnessed the formation of what scientists call “contrails”, a nickname short for condensation-trails. The almost white-crayon-looking markings are defined as condensing water...
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Leana Travis, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2020
Dear South Lakes Sentinel readers, As someone who tends to struggle with a lack of structure and long periods of isolation, I understand how a month of...
Best commercials of the 2020 Super Bowl
February 12, 2020
How to stick to New Year’s resolutions
January 23, 2020
The best 3D animated cat movie
January 21, 2020