Author: Stallion at MRHS
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Teacher of the Year
Kacey Richardson Seniors are gone and have made many great high school memories these past four years. From laughing with… READ MORE
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That’s a Wrap: Graduation 2026
Jesus Mirabal and Jacob Insley June 2nd marked a celebratory finale for seniors, which allowed them an opportunity to bid… READ MORE
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Best Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Cas Bransford School is almost out for summer vacation, and many students will be looking forward to freedom, no classes,… READ MORE
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MRHS 2025-26 Sports Recap
Nibha Patil As the MRHS 2025-26 year comes to an end and spring sports wrap up, MRHS recognizes the tremendous… READ MORE
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School Is Never Out
Isabella Kennedy The last school bell will ring on June 18th, and summer vacation will officially begin. But for many… READ MORE
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Concerts and Music Festivals to Look Out For
Valeria Gutierrez There are many local concerts and music festivals that students with different music tastes can enjoy without venturing… READ MORE
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Rec Letters: How Important Are They?
For many prospective students, the beginning of the college process begins not only with searching for colleges that fit their… READ MORE
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Multicultural Festival: A Cultural Assortment
The 2024 Multicultural Festival, a popular annual celebration of a multitude of cultures, was held on April 12. For months,… READ MORE
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Power of Poems
This April is National Poetry Month, and students at Marriotts Ridge celebrate all the great contributions that poetry has had… READ MORE
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Ridge Sports Rolling into Playoffs
As the season peaks, the perseverance and dedication of Marriotts Ridge athletes has started to pay off. The rigorous training… READ MORE
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Seniors Reflect On Memories, Milestones and Moving Forward
As their last chapter of highschool comes to an end, seniors across Marriotts Ridge pause to reflect on the rollercoaster… READ MORE
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A Jazzy Spring: Students Share Their Opinions on Jazz at the Ridge
On April 4th, Marriotts Ridge High School hosted Jazz at the Ridge — an exciting performance featuring students from both… READ MORE
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Spring Trip 2024: Myrtle Beach
One of the most anticipated aspects of the entire school year for Marriotts Ridge band, choir, and orchestra students is… READ MORE
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Springing into Spirit Week at the Ridge
With the winter chill easing away, Marriotts Ridge High School is prepared to welcome the long awaited spring season with… READ MORE
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Approaching AP Test Season
As May approaches, Advance Placement (AP) test season draws closer. The month of May is often filled with nerves, long… READ MORE
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From Ancient Jokes to Modern Memes
Comedy, a timeless staple of human culture, has traversed the records of history, morphing and adapting to the changing tides… READ MORE
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Eid: A Global Celebration of Faith
Ramadan is a religious holiday marking the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. For the whole month of Ramadan, Muslims… READ MORE
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Battle of the Bars: The Rap Civil War
Chaos has recently broken out in the world of hip hop and rap music. With the creation of the albums… READ MORE
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MLB Opening Day 2024
The 2024 Major League Baseball (MLB) season is here and fans are excited to see their favorite teams play this… READ MORE
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Why is this Holiday Different from all other Holidays? Passover at the Ridge
Celebrated on the 15th day of Nisan on the Jewish calendar, Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the Israelites’… READ MORE
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Solution to Procrastination, Be Sure to Read it Later
Today distractions are constant, many people know that procrastination has experienced a large uptick. Procrastination has had severe effects on… READ MORE
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From ‘Neverkusen’ to Champions: Bayer Leverkusen’s Historic Transformation Under Xabi Alonso
Bayer Leverkusen has completed the impossible. They are one of the most unluckiest clubs in football history. In one hundred… READ MORE
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Celebrating the Planet With Earth Day
Every April 22nd, the world celebrates Earth Day. For over 50 years, the event has been celebrated to demonstrate support… READ MORE
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2024 Teacher of the Year Announced: English Teacher Mr. Sullivan
On March 13th, Mr. Sullivan was announced to be the 2024 teacher of the year. In his time here at… READ MORE
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Teens on Social Media’s Influence: Body Image Pressures
The day I started lifting weights signified a major change in my life. I started much younger than most at… READ MORE
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Women’s History Month
First declared in 1987, initially spanning from one week to extending into a whole month, Women’s History Month (WHM) creates… READ MORE
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College Decisions Update: Where Seniors are in their Commitment Process
With the end of the school year approaching, many seniors are hearing back from the colleges of their choice and… READ MORE
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Curtain Call
The Marriotts Ridge High School theater department is known for its amazing shows in the school community. They have planned… READ MORE
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Breaking News: English Teacher And Teacher Of The Year Mr. Sullivan Fired For Stealing Food And Corrupting Youth
Shocking news has just surfaced about allegations of theft from the Marriotts Ridge food drive for the Howard County Food… READ MORE
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Lunch Line Scandal: Has Snack Gone too Far
Mouthwatering cookies, crispy Rice Krispy Treats, glorious muffins and the oh so sought after Switches. The school snack line is… READ MORE
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Marty the Mustang has Gone Missing: Bucky the Manafrog to Take His Place
Marty the Mustang was last seen at the boys’ basketball senior night game on Valentine’s Day, and no one has… READ MORE
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A Worthwhile Experiment: Start Times Changed Yet Again to 6:20am
The school start time change at the beginning of the 23-24 school year proved controversial for students, staff and administration.… READ MORE
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New School Uniforms
A shocking new decision has just been released regarding the Marriotts Ridge dress code. Starting in the upcoming 2024-2025 school… READ MORE
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Marriotts Ridge Rebrand: A New Beginning in Chariot’s Creek
On Thursday, March 21st, the SGA and Class Council of Marriotts Ridge voted to change the school’s name. Gone are… READ MORE
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MRHS Installs Porta Potties to Fix Bathroom Epidemic
The Marriotts Ridge bathroom epidemic has become a major issue in the school once more. Students fuel the issue in… READ MORE
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Banned Backpacks
On March 10th, 2024, Marriotts Ridge High School (MRHS) announced an incoming ban on school backpacks. With them being one… READ MORE
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No Prom, No Problem? Mustangs Stunned with Administrative Decision
In a startling turn of events, Marriotts Ridge High School experienced complete disbelief upon the midnight release of Mrs. Rashid’s… READ MORE
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March Madness
March Madness, The NCAA College Basketball Tournament, is right around the corner, and many fans are looking forward to it.… READ MORE
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Club Spotlight: GirlUp
Girl Up is a club at MRHS that offers many opportunities for students to learn about the struggles in legislation… READ MORE
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MRHS Bathrooms: Why They Continue To Be Locked
Over the past two years, several MRHS bathrooms, specifically the boys’ bathrooms, have been subjected to being shut down and… READ MORE
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The Sport of Indoor Skydiving
The little known sport of indoor skydiving is on a constant rise and fall in interest. Despite this constant flux… READ MORE
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Professionalism At The Ridge: Junior Interviews
As spring creeps up on students at the Ridge, the junior world of work requirement does the same. Before graduation,… READ MORE
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What Makes a Good Teacher?
Having a good teacher can be a determining factor in how much a student likes their class. Some students find… READ MORE
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What Are MRHS Students Up To For Spring Break?
As spring break approaches in the coming weeks at the end of March, many Marriotts Ridge High School students are… READ MORE
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Sora AI: AI Takes Over The Internet, But Could It Take Over The World?
Technology is advancing faster than ever before, and with this generation’s heavy reliance on it, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become… READ MORE
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Third Quarter Triumphs and Troubles
As the end of third quarter approaches on April 9th, Mustangs begin to assess their overall achievements, goals and improvements.… READ MORE
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Resurgence of Reggae
Reggae has seen a massive rise in popularity over these past few months, propelled by the release of the Bob… READ MORE
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The Road to Glory: Unraveling the Champions League Journey
The Champions League, headed by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), has a competition every season where the best… READ MORE
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Milk Madness
Milk, a magical elixir, is used to heal and strengthen bones. It is filled with nutrients, and has allowed humans… READ MORE
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Is Homework Necessary?
Homework is a tool that teachers use to reinforce a student’s learning, and it comes in many forms depending on… READ MORE
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Students Applaud Stellar Performance: The MRHS Theater Production Presents Chicago
Song and suspense hit the stage this February as the Marriotts Ridge Theater and Performing Arts department produced a rendition… READ MORE
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Valentine’s Day Survival 101: The Importance of Asking Your Girlfriend to Be Your Valentine
Valentine’s Day, the holiday of love, sparks excitement within couples as they rush to creatively convey their affection towards one… READ MORE
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The Naked Truth About Shampoo
A heated topic around Marriotts Ridge is the use of shampoo. Some use it, and some don’t. From the greasy… READ MORE
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Club Spotlight: Educators Rising
Educators Rising is both a club and a national honor society at Marriotts Ridge, whose mission is to support the… READ MORE
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Food Drive: Marriotts Ridge Gives Back
From February 7th to the 14th, MRHS held a food drive allowing students to donate non-perishable food items to their… READ MORE
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Ramadan: Fasting, Spirituality and Community
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. During this month, Muslims all around the world fast for 29-30… READ MORE
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MRHS Sweeps into Spring Sports
The spring season is nearly here, and although the vice of winter still is lingering on, its seasonal sports are… READ MORE
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2024 Grammys: Jaw Dropping Revelations Amidst Grammy Award Debacle
On February 4th, 2024, the 66th annual Grammy celebration took place, showcasing remarkable artists of trendy new songs and albums.… READ MORE
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Psychology of Fashion
While a person’s fashion choice may seem like nothing more than a trivial decision, sometimes it can speak volumes to… READ MORE
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Productive Planners: MRHS’s Class Council
For each class, there is a group of students who are set to represent their individual class. These groups are… READ MORE
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Do People Still Read?: The Decline of Books
In an era where social media use is at an all time high, books have become increasingly forgotten. Books have… READ MORE
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NBA All Star Weekend 2024: Recap
NBA All-Star Weekend is here, and the halfway point of the NBA season has been reached. NBA All-Star Weekend is… READ MORE
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Are Sequels Necessary?
In a time when popular original movies come slowly, old fans share their opinion on anticipated sequels of their favorite… READ MORE
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Roid Rampage
Some Howard County students have been faced with an unexpected temptation this school year; steroids. With steroids being more accessible… READ MORE
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Stupendous Snowy Season
Students at Marriotts Ridge have been hitting the slopes this year, with it being one of the snowiest winters in… READ MORE
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Observances of Lent and Easter
Lent, which started on Ash Wednesday, February 14th, is a religious observance when Christians give up something of significance or… READ MORE
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Too School for Summer: Students share their opinions on year-round school vs traditional school
There are two major school systems across the world: year-round schooling works in many places and provides shorter, but more… READ MORE
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Spring Showers Bring May Flowers
Many students experience seasonal depression during the winter months, due to the gloomy, short days. As spring is rounding the… READ MORE
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Revealing the Shadow: Students Share Their Thoughts on Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is an American tradition celebrated every year on February 2nd. It is beloved throughout the United States and… READ MORE
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MRHS Seniors: Unforgettable Events Ahead
With the end of senior year approaching, events start piling up, leaving Mustangs excited for what’s to come. Nearing the… READ MORE
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Evolution of Slang: From the Disco Floor to Social Media
What’s goody gang! Ever wonder where the slang terms everyone uses came from? On god its tuff, the brainrot people… READ MORE
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Humanities Courses at MRHS
I first moved to Howard County in the third grade after a series of moves took me across schools all… READ MORE
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Great Black Leader Throughout History: MLK and Black History Month
Born in 1929 on January 15th, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader of the civil rights movement and… READ MORE
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Club Spotlight: We Are Ridge
We Are Ridge is a Marriotts Ridge club that aims to help students with a variety of disabilities feel welcome… READ MORE
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Prom Royalty?
Since the 1950’s, American high schools have offered prom royalty to their students, a friendly competition among students where they… READ MORE
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Turning Points in History: NHD’s Fiftieth Anniversary
Every year, Marriotts Ridge freshmen who are enrolled in Gifted and Talented (GT) U.S. History are faced with National History… READ MORE
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Hoops and Hurdles: Marriotts Ridge Mustangs Charge Towards Basketball Glory
The 2023-2024 boys’ basketball season is in full swing this time of year, and the fans are excited. With results… READ MORE
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Love is in the Air
Once again, Valentine’s Day celebrations begin as February 14th creeps closer. Valentine’s Day gifts, chocolates and cards are not uncommon… READ MORE
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Prom Dress Evolution: Trends Through the Decades
Get ready to party Mustangs because prom season is fast approaching. With Marriotts Ridge’s prom on May 3rd, many students… READ MORE
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Anticipating the Main Event: AfterProm 2024
AfterProm, the exciting party that juniors and seniors at Marriotts Ridge High School get the option to attend, is going… READ MORE
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The Post Winter Break Lull
There comes a stressful period of time after winter break and midterms that many students find difficult to endure in… READ MORE
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Haircut Hysteria
There are a variety of barbershops in the Ellicott City area that people have come to know and love. Many… READ MORE
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School Lunch Debacle: Student’s Speak Out on Lunchtime Meals
In the school cafeteria of Marriotts Ridge, a culinary debate is forming as students passionately discuss their favorite school lunches.… READ MORE
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Approach of the Dragon’s Year
The Chinese New Year is upon us, and with its arrival, the Year of the Rabbit departs and the Year… READ MORE
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The Subtle Art of Breathing
While performing one of the many acts we do daily, the effects of the way we breathe are often overlooked.… READ MORE
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Disney’s Downfall: What Happened?
There’s no denying that Disney is an entertainment titan. Disney has been making unforgettable productions that have defined the childhoods… READ MORE
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College Football Playoff Recap
The College Football season has finally come to an end with the University of Michigan being crowned champions, in a… READ MORE
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The Dangers of Fast Fashion
Offering stylish clothing at low prices, affordable fashion is favored by many, but when does it cross the line? Shops… READ MORE
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Kayaking Kraze
Splashing its way into the Marriotts Ridge High School community, kayaking is an exciting way to experience nature while getting… READ MORE
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Water Bottle Craze
Water is an essential part of life, being of utmost importance for the human body and occupying the majority of… READ MORE
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