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The Student News Site of Richard Montgomery High School

The Tide

The Student News Site of Richard Montgomery High School

The Tide

The TidePod, which was started in early 2019, is currently in its seventh season. Graphic designed by Valerie Wang.
Season 7, Episode 7: New Year’s traditions and resolutions around the world
Taiwo Balogun, Isabel Woldeab, and Yi Yi January 3, 2025

With the recent passing of New Year's and the signaling of 2025, all across the globe...

The updates come on top of existing safety measures. One example is Richard Montgomery's designated CEO, Corporal Derrick Tibbs, who has worked with administration for safety issues beginning in the 2021-2022 school year.
MCPS creates new school safety updates
Jacob Kim, News Writer • December 16, 2024

School shootings have been an issue affecting the United States for many years. Now, MCPS is adopting new policies to address the issue and increase school safety. Schools have implemented active shooter...

LGBTQ+ Studies, African American Literature and Literature as Film are three electives that may be available for RM students to take next year.
MCPS approves new student-designed elective courses
Aaron Hwang, News Writer • December 9, 2024

“Now for the fun stuff,” said MCPS Board of Education Superintendent Thomas Taylor as he kicked off a discussion regarding the introduction of new, student-proposed classes for the 2025-26 school year.  The...

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Memes often result in fake news circulating around the internet, leading to misinformed individuals.
The Tide’s View: Social media desensitizes viewers, Gen-Z
The Tide Editorial Board January 3, 2025

Memes and trends on social media have become a staple of American news culture. On a superficial level, they function as a source of light humor, but can also serve as visual communication for breaking...

Christmas trees line the floor of a Harris Teeter grocery store in Clarksburg.
Holiday Greed: How festive spirit becomes cold profit
Sophia Neufeld, Opinions Writer • January 2, 2025

Over the years, holidays have become a time for gift-giving, reunions and celebration. However, currently, companies capitalize on the festive spirit to mass produce their products and generate high sales....

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Coach David Breslaw draws up a play during a varsity boys basketball game vs BCC.
Winter sports season approaches
January 3, 2025
Junior Tom Stone prepares to shoot the puck in a RM varsity hockey game.
Hockey hits the ice
December 20, 2024
The cheer team warms up before a football game.
Photo courtesy of Hannah Klun
Winter cheer begins season with strong start
December 13, 2024
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Club Natya members pose after their dance at the Clarksuburg Naach Ball.
RM’s Club Natya dances Bollywood at the biannual Naach Ball
January 3, 2025
Movies like "Home Alone" remain a beloved staple of the holiday season.
The Tide Rounds Up Top Holiday Movies
December 27, 2024
Cast members perform on-stage. From left to right: Juniors Cory Breychack and Quinn Creel, seniors Eliza Petrova and Noah Lechheb. Photo courtesy of Erin Caplan.
Black Maskers bring world of Oz to life in sold-out show
December 12, 2024
An announcement for the Chromakopia World Tour, beginning February 4, 2025. Photo courtesy of Sony Music.
Tyler, the Creator drops stunning, personal album, elevates his resume
December 5, 2024
A senior works on her college applications on her laptop.
Seniors navigate college applications
January 2, 2025
Holiday treats come in all colors, shapes and sizes.
Holiday sweet treats to try
December 20, 2024
Beyond Christmas, RM celebrates a variety of holidays from all over the world.
RM celebrates winter holidays from around the world
December 17, 2024
A common symbol of Thanksgiving, the Cornucopia consists of a goat's horn overflowing with flowers, fruit and corn. (Photo courtesy of Pixabay)
Thanksgiving traditions bring families together
December 12, 2024