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AP exam tips to ensure a less stressful testing season

AP exam tips to ensure a less stressful testing season

Madison Dietrich, In-Depth Editor March 26, 2021

Advanced Placement (AP) exams are right around the corner, undoubtedly bringing stress to students around the world. This year, James Madison High School students will take their exams either in-person...

Book recommendations to whisk you away over spring break

Book recommendations to whisk you away over spring break

Mehru Adnan, News Editor March 26, 2021

Spring break is on the horizon, which means it’s time to swap your textbooks with novels! If you’re not sure how to kick off your spring reading, here are some suggestions:  Young Adult Six...

Madison science teacher Nick Sylor discusses his love for the outdoors, teaching and more

Madison science teacher Nick Sylor discusses his love for the outdoors, teaching and more

Connor Foote, Editor-in-Chief March 11, 2021

Sports Editor Connor Foote speaks with Madison science teacher Nick Sylor about his life and experiences.  

PHOTO COURTESY OF ADOBE STOCK

Black History Month Special Part 2: SGA’s Louize Bingi interviews Black staff at Madison

Hawk Talk Staff March 11, 2021

Even though Black History Month has come to a close, we would like to continue to highlight the stories and experiences of various Black staff members at Madison. It is important to continue to celebrate...

Madisons beloved teacher and rockstar Daniel Blanchet

Madison’s beloved teacher and rockstar Daniel Blanchet

Mia Pisani, Lifestyle Editor March 2, 2021

Daniel Blanchet is a father, band member, Back to the Future fan and high school history teacher. He has been teaching for 17 years, ten of which he spent in Boston before moving to Northern Virginia....

Black History Month Special Part 1: SGAs Louize Bingi interviews Black staff at Madison

Black History Month Special Part 1: SGA’s Louize Bingi interviews Black staff at Madison

Hawk Talk Staff February 28, 2021

As we celebrate the final day of Black History Month, we would like to highlight the stories and experiences of various Black staff members at Madison. The Hawk Talk is collaborating with Madison's Student...

Teachers Thoughts on Returning to School

Teachers’ Thoughts on Returning to School

Aida Araia, News Editor February 25, 2021

When the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines were approved in the United States, demand far exceeded supply, which meant only certain people could be vaccinated. The trick was figuring out who. This...

Spotlight on College Admissions during COVID-19

Spotlight on College Admissions during COVID-19

Mehru Adnan, News Editor February 23, 2021

Each fall, the college application season descends upon a frenzied pack of seniors and parents. For many, this time has been months in the making, since the arduous process often begins spring of junior...

Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight to Combat Voter Suppression

Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight to Combat Voter Suppression

Joshua Brown, Editor-in-Chief February 23, 2021

After a grueling 2018 campaign that garnered national attention, Stacey Abrams fell short against Republican Brian Kemp in the Georgia gubernatorial election. The closest governor’s election in Georgia...

Social media sites Trump Ban remove a major source of misinformation

Social media sites’ “Trump Ban” remove a major source of misinformation

Madison Dietrich, In-Depth Editor February 23, 2021

Egregious typos and all capitalized threats don’t normally appear on a president’s social media page. Then again, very little was normal about former President Donald Trump’s tenure. Following the...

The State of Bidens Cabinet

The State of Biden’s Cabinet

Madison Dietrich, In-Depth Editor December 17, 2020

Following his election victory over President Donald Trump, President-elect Joe Biden’s cabinet is starting to take shape. While the president has the final say on many decisions, his cabinet is responsible...

Madison Students Volunteer as Election Pages

Madison Students Volunteer as Election Pages

Rachel Schlueter, Editor-in-Chief December 17, 2020

Madison students used the opportunity of the historic 2020 presidential election to work as Fairfax County election pages. Election pages are essential volunteers that allow for the election to proceed...

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