The Blake Beat James Hubert Blake High School Silver Spring, MD

Issue Date: Friday, May 04, 2007 Issue: 2007 May Last Update: Wednesday, August 01, 2007

This funky front man searching for guitar fortune, fame, fans

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Jake Feldman

Give Me Your Loot. I came up with it in the shower a few weeks ago as I rubbed Red Zone Body Wash, the Coral Reef scent, out of my eyes (I hate when that happens). It was the name that would rule Amer
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Popular website puts new face on student life: Statistics provide insights into teen interests, leisures

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Amanda Perlman & Aili Weeks

Who knew that seven percent of our school was married?Okay, maybe not, but kids now have the opportunity to see who has listed themselves as such on a new Facebook page called Network Statistics.There
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New Rowling epic series casts spell over eager muggles

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Katharine Hamilton

Though 78 days remain until the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, countless rumors have been flying around concerning the happenings in this seventh and final installment of J.K. Rowlin
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Remember to Race for Alicia

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Blake Beat

DESPITE THE DEPARTURE of the class of 2006, we must continue to run for Alicia Betancourt. This Sunday will be the third annual Race for a Dream to reiterate the importance of teen driver safety, and
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SENIORS STALKED AT 2017 REUNION: Superlative winners sucked into murder-mystery

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Pam Dysland & Allie Pistolessi

It was the year 2017. It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. Nineteen Class of 2007 yearbook superlative winners had gathered in the mansion of Most Likely to be a Billionaire Priscilla
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Sophomore swims new lengths, aims to assist disabled

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Megan Casady

Teaching children how to swim is difficult. Teaching children with debilitating disabilities how to swim is almost impossible. But one Blake sophomore takes on the nearly impossible task every week on
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Dancers prep for real world experience with cumulative project

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Amanda Perlman & Aili Weeks

Dance Company, in its third successful year, added to an already extensive curriculum a comprehensive 700 point final project laid out by dance teacher Danielle D’Anna. Says Ms. D’Anna, “I thought th
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Five Guys walk into a restaurant...and order a burger: New hangout offers yummy beef patties

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Kellie Clark

Five Guys Restaurant has two new locations in the community, one which opened March 23 in Aspen Hill, and another opens soon off of Tech Road in Silver Spring. Known for its delicious burgers, Five Gu
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Gymnastics squad ready to balance their way into county competition: Team looks forward to championship meet despite recent defeat

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Kelly Murphy

Hoping to win its county competition and head to states, the gymnastics team is keeping its spirits high after its 166.25 to 122.8 defeat at Sherwood April 26. “The meet last [week] did not go well be
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Un-Belize-able! Central American adventures: Ancient Mayan areas, beautiful nature draw many

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By: Liz Wabik

Walking down the road, tell me what you see. Some people driving, a couple holding hands, young children riding horses…or not. In Belize, it is not unusual to see people traveling on horseback alongsi
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ARTISTS REFLECT ON MIRRORS OF MIND: Students to display masterpieces at May 18 festival

Wednesday, August 01, 2007 By Jordi Kauffman

Students and teachers are working together to prepare for the ninth annual Festival of the Arts and Humanities held May 18, which will celebrate Blake’s signature program through a display of students

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With a Wink and a smile, scientist helps prove “physics is phun!” for Hylton, classmates as well: Larissa explains it all at lunch, in class, whenever needed; deals with annoying freshman, lazy seniors

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Cheryl Hylton

Amidst the craziness that is downstairs F-Hall, there is one teacher who has changed the past two years of my life. Here is her story:The first time I even heard the name “Ms. Winkler” was on the fir

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Mrs. Letcher’s dedication, respect for each individual gives reason to sing praise: After four memorable years together, Perlman appreciates chorus instructor’s compassion, hard work

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Amanda Perlman

I always look forward to classes with Mrs. Letcher whether it’s because I know we’re getting a “study-day” after a big chorus concert, or because we’re getting new music to learn. Mrs. Letcher is the

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Disappointed fan faces facts; injuries to Arenas, Butler, true daggers: Despite quality back up ballers, Wiz kids fail to overcome loss of key playmakers

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Jake Feldman

It’s over. It’s all over, and it hurts. It was over when all-star forward Caron Butler banged his right hand on the backboard after hustling down the court for a block. It was over when all-star guard

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Wannen, Acker snatch athlete-of-year honors as Blake careers come to close, college awaits

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Ben Swanson & Zack Burger

With over 15 sports through three seasons, there are hundreds of Bengals that represent the school in athletic events. We here at the Blake Beat would like to recognize a few of the most outstanding a

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New sport looks to put smackdown on staged wrestling: Modern gladiators take everything into ring except spear, steel chair

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Ben Swanson

Brutal boxing, excruciating Brazilian Jujitsu, grueling wrestling have all been combined for one gut wrenching sporting event, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Despite being billed as having

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He dribbles around the bases, he kicks... touchdown! Wait, what?: Wanna-be sports fan attempts to learn basics, can’t pass finish line

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Allie Pistolessi

We all know them. The not-so-few. The proud. The loud and the obnoxious who drink warm beer at baseball games and shout random obscenities at the television screen. They are sports fans, and I want to

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He dribbles around the bases, he kicks... touchdown! Wait, what?: Wanna-be sports fan attempts to learn basics, can’t pass finish line

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Allie Pistolessi

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He dribbles around the bases, he kicks... touchdown! Wait, what?: Wanna-be sports fan attempts to learn basics, can’t pass finish line

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By Allie Pistolessi

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Devoted Red Sox fan sheds some light on baseball passion: Lanning hopes to roll “Dice” into World Series, reveals extreme obsession

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 By James Lanning

Hello, my name is James Lanning, and I have a problem - at least so my family tells me.Personally, I see nothing wrong with worshiping the players of past and present who bring me my only joy in life.

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