Alexia Fenner, Staff Writer
September 15, 2019 • No Comments
Payment to take an AP exam is now due by Nov. 4, 2019, instead of Mar. 28. College Board assessed that schools that register in fall achieve higher scores compared to schools with spring registration. “I see the point for it. If you sign up for the exam earlier then it gives more incentive to study,” said junior Erik Makela who is enrolled in two AP courses. Exams are $94 per class and there is also a $40 fee for those who cancel their exam. NMSI [Nation Math and Science Initiative] provides...
Josh Brown, Staff Writer
September 9, 2019 • 1 Comment
AP Human Geography teacher Robert Weisenbeck took 16 students to Europe this past summer. Chaperoned by himself and other teachers, such as English teacher Alexis Jones, the group traveled to Athens and Delphi in Greece and Rome and Florence in Italy. They experienced different landmarks and cultures in the famous cities. According to Weisenbeck, on their first day in Athens, Greece, they walked through the open markets. "The students were shocked to see butcher shops with dead lambs cut...
Josh Garcia, Staff Writer
September 7, 2019 • No Comments
Unlike past years, the annual National Math & Science Initiative study sessions will be held at Ocean Lakes instead of Cox this year. NMSI offers Saturday study sessions for students as they prepare for AP exams. Contrary to last year, students who show up without the completed online sign up will be turned away to avoid confusion. “I’m definitely going to the study sessions because they are very helpful, and I wish I went to more last year,” said senior Brendan Fritz. “It will...
Hurricane Dorian skims Southeast Virginia
September 7, 2019
Friday morning Hurricane Dorian skimmed the coast of North Carolina and South East Virginia causing many power outages, but not as much flooding as expected. By the time Dorian landed in Virginia Beach, it was only a Category 2. “My family and I...
Ocean Lakes pilots new permit test option
September 7, 2019
The Secure-A-Test Program provides eligible students an opportunity to take their permit test at Ocean Lakes High School, rather than at the local Department of Motor Vehicles office. The program was first conducted in Norfolk and Chesapeake in 2014,...
Sun rises on senior year with oceanfront shindig
September 2, 2019
To commemorate the start of their last school year, about 80 Ocean Lakes seniors gathered at the Oceanfront to watch the sunrise. At the Class of 2020 sponsored event, which took place last Friday, Aug. 30, seniors shared snacks, took pictures, and played...
Destination Dolphin new student orientation, summer success
August 24, 2019
Administrators, faculty, and student volunteers welcomed future dolphins at the annual new student orientation held Aug. 22. "About 350-400 kids [attended]," said NSO adviser Darcy Pohl. "It was a great turn out." Rising freshmen, as well as other...
Varsity football recruits alumnus running back coach
August 6, 2019
Varsity football expanded coaching staff for the 2019 football season, including new running back coach Gary Felton, 2015 alumnus. "Ready to get to work and bring back the traditions and help bring back that State Championship where it belongs. Choosing...
Annual kids soccer camp held to sharpen skills, raise money
July 26, 2019
During the week of July 22-25, varsity girls soccer coach, Christine Thornton, kicked off her annual kids soccer summer camp. During the evening, a co-ed camp was held for players ranging in age from three to 14 in age, and it cost campers $100 to...
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The first pick of the draft was Heisman winner Kyler Murray, the quarterback from Oklahoma University....
Trip to Mars, mankind’s next and necessary giant leap
May 15, 2019
In spite of the parroted stance to focus on global problems, the colonization of Mars holds paramount...
Meilani Bitanga, Staff Writer
September 7, 2019
Senior Jessica Estrada traveled to the Eastern Shore for a recent mission trip with an organization called “Missioners of Christ.” Jessica spent the week at different migrant camps each night and helped perform church...
Abby Asimos, Editor-in-Chief
July 26, 2019
“The Miss Earth Organization, which I've been a part of for three years now, aims to teach people to be more environmentally aware in our communities. I was Junior Miss Virginia Earth 2017, Teen Miss Virginia Earth 2018,...
September 7, 2019
The varsity football team kicked off the season with an exciting game, beginning what could be another undefeated season. Dolphins defeated the Cox Falcons on August 29 with a final score of 31-27. ...
Emily Dixon, Staff Writer
August 28, 2019
Boys volleyball defeated Salem in all three sets on Aug. 27. The final set scores were 25-12, 25-11, and 25-17. The team showcased stellar hitting, passing, and serving technique as they quickly pulled...
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Abby Asimos, Features Editor
May 23, 2019
The sun may be a star, but this romantic film does not shine. Inspired by the novel written by Nicolo Yoon, “The Sun Is Also a Star” follows two teens as they meet...
Jordan Latter, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
The penultimate movie of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's infinity saga, “Avengers: Endgame,” brings together storylines and characters from 21 previous films and leaves...
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