T.C. vs Lake Braddock
October 12, 2009 by Alexander Goldfarb ·
The Titans followed up on their historic victory over Oakton with a 35-26 loss to Lake Braddock at home. On a rainy, cold day characterized by messy play, the Titans committed 11 penalties for 117 yards and threw six interceptions two of which were returned for touchdowns. After allowing two quick touchdowns to open the [...]
Titans Beat Defending Region Champion Oakton
October 12, 2009 by Alexander Goldfarb ·
On Thursday, September 17, time slowed at T.C. Williams. Just for a few seconds. Just for one bounce. That’s all it took. That bounce was the football jumping into Chelo Abbe’s arms on the deciding
play of not only a football game, but possibly an entire season. Ranked third in The Washington Post’s poll, the Oakton [...]
Back To School With Theogony
October 9, 2009 by Justice Jones ·
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Homecoming Week: October 12-17
October 6, 2009 by Alexandra Martinez ·
This year, T.C. Williams is debuting its very own Leadership course. Taught by Mary Ellen McCormick, the class is a more productive alternative to the typical Student Government Association − that is, one that meets only before or after school. By making student government into a class, members are able to accomplish more. They avoid [...]
Can the Marching Titans Hit the Right Notes?
October 6, 2009 by Justice Jones ·
As a new football season rolls in, many T.C. students can’t wait to show off their school spirit and support our teams at games. One thing that contributes to this Titan spirit is the marching band. Under the direction of Brian Thomas, the Marching Titans are best known for their halftime performances and entertaining fans [...]
ACPS: Middle School Math: 2=5
October 6, 2009 by Rachelle Ehrman ·
Many students at T.C. Williams have younger siblings who are going to one of the newly reorganized middle schools. This new system has led to a lot of questions among students, teacher, and faculty. With Hammond split in three and GW in two, the middle school system has gone through a huge shift.
This mass transition [...]
The Minnie Howard Difference
October 6, 2009 by Erin Embrey ·
Freshman? At T.C. Williams? While this may be commonplace at other high schools, at T.C. Williams (serving grades 10-12), the ides of freshmen is still somewhat of a phenomenon.
Yet though this may be a surprise to T.C. students, the change has been needed for awhile, explained the Executive Associate Principal at Minnie Howard, Ms Ignacio. [...]
Summer May Come Early for TC Seniors
October 6, 2009 by Grace Garrahan ·
As 2010 is approaching seniors are thinking about graduation. Traditionally seniors get out late and are held back from starting their summer at a reasonable time, leaving them little time for extra activities to build up their resume. Will seniors be lucky enough to get out early this year?
Dr. Clendaniel has proposed the June 12th [...]
Obama Delivers Back to School Address
October 6, 2009 by Saara Kaudeyr ·
President Barack Obama’s message to American students that was played the first day of school was met with mixed emotions throughout Alexandria. The speech, which was broadcast from Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, was delayed or not even shown at many schools across the country. Alexandria City Public Schools’ superintendent Dr. Morton Sherman [...]
Dear Tina…y Teresa
October 6, 2009 by Tina the Titan ·
Dear Tina,
My girlfriend is a mooch. I know it’s chivalrous to pay for dinner and dates but sometimes too much can be too much. I have a part-time job after school and I am trying to save money for college and a car, but it’s hard to do so when she’s draining my pockets. She [...]