• • September 30: Color Wars! •
  • • October 1: Pink Out! •
  • • October 2: Runway vs Recliner (Formal vs PJs) •
  • • October 3: I Love OL Day! •
  • • October 6-7: Adjusted Schedule (Surveys) •
  • • October 8: PSAT/NMSQT 11: Testing Day •
  • • October 31: Halloween, First Grading Period Ends •
The Student News Site of Ocean Lakes High School

The Current
The Student News Site of Ocean Lakes High School

The Current
The Student News Site of Ocean Lakes High School

The Current
Philip Stiles

Philip Stiles, Webmaster

As a third year journalist, senior Philip Stiles currently serves as the webmaster editor-in-chief for The Current. Philip also writes freelance and co-owns a young adult magazine based in the Hampton roads area.

All content by Philip Stiles
The Current Issues: Episode 2

The Current Issues: Episode 2

Jackson Bracknell and Philip Stiles
May 21, 2019
English teacher Christopher Robinson introduces his son Elliot to his students.

Bring Your Child to Work Day excites students and teachers alike

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 30, 2019
Stanford University responds to bribery case, expelling student.

College admissions scandal sparks aid legality debate for elite schools

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 28, 2019
The Current Issues: Episode 1

The Current Issues: Episode 1

Philip Stiles and Jackson Bracknell
April 11, 2019
We the People, time to embrace the luck of the American

We the People, time to embrace the luck of the American

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
March 5, 2019
Twenty one student athletes sign and commit to 21 universities, colleges during the ceremony.

Athletes ‘sign up’ for college sports

Philip Stiles and Jackson Bracknell
February 8, 2019
(Left to right) Briannah Hawley, Jake Low, and Haley Tiedeman create their personalized holiday cards to send to those in service in the cafeteria on Dec. 7.

NHS sends holiday joy to those in service

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
December 8, 2018
'Red Rising' explains the aftermath of large-scale warfare

‘Red Rising’ explains the aftermath of large-scale warfare

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
November 30, 2018
Pierce informing students (left to right) Alex Cigularov and Matt Escobar on Oct. 5

[Photo] Former student athlete returns to Ocean Lakes as teacher, impacts students

Meilani Bitanga, Copy Editor, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Senior Patrick Meinen assembles his project on Software Development in Robinson's 2B class.

English class looks to future, explores careers

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
November 18, 2018

Homecoming 2018 finishes with a rout, “pink” out, sold out

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
October 17, 2018
Assistant Principal James Imbriale (left) and Principal Claire Leblanc (right) welcome the senior class.

Administration holds back to school assemblies for students

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
September 23, 2018
Senior Joseph Mastrullo warms up with a few practice swings during a match at Red Wing Park. Photo by: Madison Smith.

Golf team starts the season undefeated

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
September 7, 2018
Juniors Alex Sarchet and Alexi Aboka explore the streets of France with Senior Tayler Seamen.

Around Europe in 12 days

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
August 13, 2018

Social media privacy is an issue, keep life more private

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
June 17, 2018
Seniors William Greer (left) and Sean Dimente (right) show off their medallions in the foyer at the conclusion of the ceremony. Both William and Sean received additional medallions at graduation, held on Sat. June 16, at the Virginia Beach Convocation Center. Photo courtesy of William Greer.

MSA annual medallion ceremony acknowledges graduating academy seniors

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
June 17, 2018
Marching Dolphins performed their show, Playing with Fire, at Homecoming 2017. The 2017-2018 season was Parker’s directorial debut at Ocean Lakes.

Marching Band hosted marcher meeting to get to know incoming members

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
May 22, 2018
Students decorated ozobots to look like sea turtles and used them to trace migration patterns.

Ozobots used to track sea turtle patterns in oceanography class

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 26, 2018
Graphic by Philip Stiles

Mock AP exams introduced as a result of NMSI grant

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 20, 2018
Self portraits hang on the wall outside the art room.

[Photo] Art foundations hang self portraits for display

Jordan Latter, Entertainment Editor
April 15, 2018
Security Officer Frank Lam monitors the front entrance and anyone who enters the building.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools plan to increase school security

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 16, 2018
Faculty Members James Imbriale, Lori Tignor, Marsha Sablan, and Ericka Chambers "Purple Up" in the front office.

Time to “purple up,” honor military service members

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
April 16, 2018
Dolphin Dash scheduled, race "99 to 1"

Dolphin Dash scheduled, race “99 to 1”

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
March 25, 2018
Senior Carson Harrell and Economics teacher Charles Brown perform Free Fallin' by Tom Petty.

Annual Talent Show showcases students with unique skills

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
March 14, 2018
Brent Bailey wins the 1000 meter by leaning.

Indoor track wraps up season at States

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
March 7, 2018
Muhammad Ali standing over Sonny Liston. Ali declared the winner.

Black History Month Profiles: Muhammad Ali

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
February 19, 2018
Poll and Infographic by Philip Stiles.

Young adults have become dissatisfied with Valentine’s Day

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
February 15, 2018
"Where is my umbrella? The haters are raining down on me," said freshman Elisha Rivera.

Elisha Rivera

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
February 2, 2018
Saving and investing important for young adults

Saving and investing important for young adults

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
January 1, 2018
Senior Jeremy Alexander demonstrates with a freshman volunteer what it is like to have to juggle to many things at once.

Public Speaking provides advice to freshmen, practices skills

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
December 9, 2017
Theater Company's production of Pride and Prejudice is a hit

Theater Company’s production of Pride and Prejudice is a hit

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
November 22, 2017
Senior class takes the win in Powderpuff event

Senior class takes the win in Powderpuff event

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
November 22, 2017
Photo submitted by Brianna Calkins The band performs their show, Playing with Fire, at the Parade of Champions.

Marching Dolphins attend annual Parade of Champions

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
November 8, 2017
Photo by: Kelly Singer. Chloe Bishop and Micah Singer represented the junior class during the Homecoming presentation.

Homecoming king and queen announced at last Friday’s football game

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
October 26, 2017
Photo by Fara Wiles. Pictured: The Current Staff 2016-17: Jacob Zidow, Philip Stiles, Samantha Simmons, Mickinley Plyman, Megan Munson, Makenna Miller, Harley Middleton, Jordan Latter, Autumn Holt, Jordyn Gunter, Sarah Day, Jackson Bracknell, Chloe Bishop, Marissa Anderson, Dillan Alspaugh, Reese Fields, Coral Maxey, Rachel Zidow, Lauren Nery, Shelly Slocum, and Sam White.

Journalism and yearbook staff take first class

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
October 20, 2017
Photo Submitted by Anne Gill Students of Cy-Fair receive and sort through one of the fifteen boxes sent by Ocean Lakes.

Students, teachers participate in Hurricane Harvey school sponsor program

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
October 17, 2017

Pod Squad hosts wireless connection kiosk event

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
September 12, 2017
Graphic by Philip Stiles

Misuse of prescription drugs on the rise

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
February 8, 2017
Information from Statista.com. Infographic created by Philip Stiles.

Companies create new worlds with virtual reality

Philip Stiles, Webmaster
December 15, 2016
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