The Student News Site of Richard Montgomery High School

The Tide
The Student News Site of Richard Montgomery High School

The Tide
The Student News Site of Richard Montgomery High School

The Tide
All content by Graphic by Caroline Dinh
Fans of high selling artists like The Weeknd and BTS were shocked to see their favorite artists go home grammy-less.

[Photo] The 2021 Grammy’s disappoints but doesn’t surprise with exclusive actions

Emily Pham, News and Social Justice writer
April 22, 2021
The crisis at the border is rapidly growing as facilities are being overpacked and families are still being kept apart

[Photo] The Growing Crisis and Lack of Action on the Southern Border

Davi Jacobs, Features Writer
April 14, 2021
A prominent issue during the 2020 election, it is time American healthcare be made universal.

[Photo] An American absurdity: a healthcare system that makes you pay with your life

February 27, 2021
As popular home security products, Ring surveillance devices offer monitoring functions.

[Photo] Controversy rises over Ring surveillance products

Myka Fromm, Senior News Writer
January 9, 2021
Thousands of rioters stormed Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Jan. 6, to dispute the 2020 election results.

[Photo] RM reacts to Wednesday’s storming of the Capitol

Avery Wang and Niki Esmaili
January 8, 2021
The unprecedented 2021 college application process has been a tumultuous journey for seniors.

[Photo] From the eyes of a senior: COVID-19 has shown me what the college application process should look like

Kyla Baker, Opinions Writer
January 20, 2021
This year's NFL Playoffs features 14 teams gunning for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

[Photo] NFL Wild Card Playoffs Preview

Lucas Corea, Sports Writer
January 8, 2021
Mariah Carrey continues her reign on the Christmas music genre with her new song "Oh Santa!" featuring Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson.

[Photo] Offering an emotional escape during the darkest of times, it is never too early to listen to Christmas music

Francesca Venditti, Opinions Writer
December 23, 2020
For the past 200 years, the Electoral College has preserved American democracy--it must not be eliminated.

[Photo] The Electoral College is a unique and essential feature of American democracy

Kidus Walelign, Opinions Writer
December 16, 2020
BTS's introspective and heartfelt album 'Be' reflects on the hardships of the pandemic life while offering healing and hope for a brighter future.

[Photo] BTS’s ‘Be’ shares a sensitive, stunning testament to pandemic distress

Nicole Fang, Arts Editor
December 4, 2020
The world must not stand by as the Chinese government wrongfully interns millions of Uighur Muslims.

[Photo] If the world does not hold China accountable, a second Holocaust could be part of history

Upaasna Yadav and Kyson Taylor
November 25, 2020
Students playing Spoon Assassin in 2019 vs. students playing Among Us in 2020

[Photo] Cartoon Corner: Fun and Games

Caroline Dinh, Graphics Editor
November 17, 2020
After tapes revealed Melania Trump's attitude towards the nation and immigrants, she no longer deserves to be portrayed as a victim.

[Photo] Hardly the quiet saint we imagine, Melania Trump is just as bad as the rest of her family

Helina Tamiru, Opinions Writer
November 18, 2020
The voting age should be lowered to allow 16 and 17 year-olds to participate in politics.

[Photo] Minors should have a say in the politics that govern their lives

Kidus Walelign, Opinions Writer
November 2, 2020
Minors can not be trusted with the responsibility of voting. The voting age should remain at 18.

[Photo] B&G: Should the voting age in America be lowered?

November 2, 2020
If Biden wins the upcoming election and Trump refuses to step down, civil war could be in the cards.

[Photo] Could America be inching closer to civil war?

Rohan Dewan and Athira Nair
November 3, 2020
Students are pressured to know real-world skills without learning them in school.

[Photo] Schools lack necessary real-world lessons

Ada Fiala, Features Writer
April 9, 2020
High school students may face difficulties joining some clubs without prior experience.

[Photo] B&G: Should clubs be allowed to be exclusive

March 2, 2020
Rockville announced on Jan. 28 that the annual Chinese Lunar New Year celebration would be canceled in response to growing concerns over the coronavirus.

[Photo] Coronavirus spurs closings and racism

Jerry Shen and Hannah Lee
February 26, 2020
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[Photo] RM launches new accessible technology and hotspot program

Timothy Chu, News Writer
February 26, 2020
Students no longer are obligated to commit to a decided binary gender when registering for school.

[Photo] Gender stereotypes: marketing in pink and blue

Ada Fiala, Features Writer
January 31, 2020
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[Photo] Mr. Montelone shares insights into Rocket Time

Amanda Wu, Features Writer
October 31, 2019
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[Photo] Yes, club exclusivity ensures commitment

Athira Nair, Senior Opinions Writer
October 30, 2019
The outfit on the left is deemed to be inappropriate by RM's dress code, but certain students tend to be more targeted than others.

[Photo] The school dress code unfairly targets girls

Marcela Ferrufino, Opinions Writer
October 30, 2019
On half days, the ESOL departments hosts the Caring Closet in room 267, which allows students to take clothing, toiletries and other essential items they need for free.

[Photo] RM’s Caring Closet leaves no student coatless

Victoria Koretsky, Features Writer
October 24, 2019
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[Photo] MCPS looks into “All-gender” bathrooms

Chloe Gonzales, News Writer
May 3, 2019
The Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP), is a state test that is required for high school students to take.

[Photo] Ready for exams? Top tips for success

Amna Shamim, Features Writer
May 2, 2019
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[Photo] Students puzzle their way through Mole Week

Eric Yi, News Writer
November 14, 2018
Despite the pandemic, many students are still finding ways to celebrate Halloween in a safe, albeit untraditional, way.

[Photo] It’s Spooky Season: Here are our favorite horror films for Halloween

Nicole Fang, Isabella Levine, Shane Querubin, and Andy Zabinski
October 30, 2018
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[Photo] MCPS to excuse students for civic engagement

Emily Chen
October 17, 2018
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