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The Current

The Student News Site of Ocean Lakes High School

The Current

The Student News Site of Ocean Lakes High School

The Current

Class of 2027 pose with the surf vs. turf day banner made by Kamie Santos. The group is dressed as surfers and cowboys on the final day of the competition, Sept. 10, 2025. Photo used with the permission of Kamie Santos.
The upperclassmen outfit competition
Anna Keck, Stall Seat Journal Editor • September 16, 2025

During the most recent spirit week, a new competition emerged between the upperclassmen: the Battle of 6’ and 7’, playing on the popular 67 internet...

Nimish Nookala '24 sings a solo during the Virginia Gentlemen's 2025 Spring Classic Concert on Apr. 17, 2025, as president Cavan Meade (right) looks on. The VGs performed an original cover of Speechless by Dan + Shay at UVA. Photo used with permission from Nimish Nookala.
Alum sings acapella
Mihika Sakharpe, Webmaster; Opinion Editor • September 5, 2025

The chatter fades away as Nimish Nookala ‘24 steps onto the stage with the rest of the group. Clad in smart navy-blue suits and sporting a set of cool shades, they all take...

Quinn Jones spending time during her summer break teaching kids at her Jr. Lifeguard Camp about first aid on August 14, 2025. The education included injuries from scrapes to strokes as well as how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Photo used with the permission of Quinn Jones.
To rot or not to rot?
August 31, 2025
From left to right: Executive board members Aidan Favarolo, Avery Smead, Laurel Dick, Brooke McCallister, Maddie Llamas and Jack Llamas gather after the first executive board meeting for The Vine on August 18, 2025. Members discussed future plans for The Vine during the meeting. Photo used with permission by Brooke McCallister.
Rooted in faith
August 31, 2025
A&E
Promotional picture of the movie. The children all run in this posture, which was featured heavily in both the movie and the marketing. Courtesy of: Warner Bros. Pictures.
“Weapons” wants viewers to laugh at its failures
Dominic Zdan, Copy Editor; Entertainment • August 27, 2025

“Weapons,” directed by Zach Cregger, starts with a simple premise: seventeen children from the same class inexplicably run from home in the middle of the night, except...

Community Partners Wall at Roanoke Higher Education Center's, featuring colleges, universities and community organizations, on Aug. 29, 2025.
How to get a head start on college preparation
Tameya Norton, Video/Podcast Editor • August 31, 2025

The Common App application portal officially opened on Aug. 1, 2025, giving students a chance to get ahead of the application process. Although it may seem early, most early decision and early action deadlines fall Nov. 15. Additionally, some schools,...

The team huddles up during a timeout in a game against Kellam High School at Ocean Lakes High School on Sept. 10, 2024, later winning the game 3-0. Photo used with permission from Carmela Mendoza.
Girls volleyball attacks new season
Anna Daubenspeck, Social Media Editor • September 1, 2025

Girls volleyball started their season off strong with two back-to-back wins against Great Bridge High School and First Colonial High School and are currently ranked sixth...

Ocean Lakes High School Back To School Night 2025
Ocean Lakes High School Back To School Night 2025
September 5, 2025
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