Snow Falls in Midlothian
Emily Vanlandingham, Midlo Scoop Staff
December 7, 2018
Filed under Student Life
Much to the delight of every student and teacher, the weekend of December 8, 2018, may bring measurable snow to Richmond; in fact, on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, Richmond received a small preview of the coming storm. Richmond and its surrounding counties expect over four inches of the delicate fluff an...
Midlo Students Show Love of Latin
Sarah Moskovitz and Caitlin Woods
December 7, 2018
Filed under Clubs and Activities
On November 18 and 19, 2018, twenty-nine Latin Club students joined their sponsor Mrs. Amy Petersen, as they attended the annual Virginia Junior Classical League Convention, also known as the VJCL or Latin Convention, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Students from all over Virginia came toget...
Interact Club Decorates the Doorways
Ashley Manheim, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2018
Filed under Clubs and Activities, Showcase
On Tuesday, December 4, 2018, Midlo's Interact Club traveled to Richmond to spread holiday cheer throughout Doorways, a full-functioning hospitality house for those required to make frequent trips to MCV hospital due to an ill family member or friend. In the previous quarter, the Interact Club, a ...
‘Tis the Scoop’s Holiday Bucket List
Nabiha Rais, Copy Editor & IB Correspondent
November 30, 2018
Filed under Student Life
Each winter is filled with frigid temperatures, layers upon layers, and surprises of snow every now and then. With the changes in weather, most people cozy up indoors with warm blankets, food, and company instead of bearing the cold. Staying indoors can get boring after some time without activities to...
What’s Your Favorite Christmas Song?
November 30, 2018
Filed under Student Life
As Christmas rounds the corner, people break out the holiday tunes once again. This holiday season, Midlo Scoop created a festive playlist to enjoy, compiled by Midlo students. Here Comes Santa Claus (Ava Hammond and Grace Eiden, grade 9) Santa Is Coming To Town (Isabella Hazel, grade 9) ...
Trojan Nations Leaders Inspire Students
Zinzi Symister and Maddie Burke
November 30, 2018
Filed under Showcase, Student Life
The transition from middle school to high school can be overwhelming and nerve wracking. The mission of Trojan Nations at Midlothian High School is to give freshmen peace of mind when entering high school. The class of 2021 was the first to go through this program, and it has continued into the curre...
Joyous Christmas Traditions
Emily Vanlandingham, Midlo Scoop Staff
November 30, 2018
Filed under Student Life
As Christmas Day and Hanukkah loom near, Midlothian High School students don their Santa hats and prepare for the joyous holiday. During this time of year, students look forward to enjoying their favorite holiday traditions. Each student, along with families and friends, practice a different tradition ...
DECA Officers Deliver Subway in RVA
Ashley Manheim, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2018
Filed under Clubs and Activities
On Saturday, November 17, 2018, DECA officers Elyas Aldughaish, Thomas Gray, and Chris Dutton delivered Subway sandwiches to people throughout Richmond. As officers of DECA, they run and participate in multiple community service activities throughout the year, and this year, the officers decided to i...
RAMPS Helps Neighbors in Need
Carrie Rowley and Caitlin Woods
November 19, 2018
Filed under Clubs and Activities
On Saturday, November 17, 2018, Midlothian students in RAMPS club gathered up wrenches, nuts, bolts, impact drivers, and vice grips, to begin community service for neighbors in need in the Richmond area. RAMPS stands for “Ramps Access Made Possible by Students” and is a community service organizat...
Welcome to the Pumpkin Patch
Anna Chen, Entertainment Editor
November 15, 2018
Filed under Student Life
The Ashland Berry Farm, located in Beaverdam, Virginia, is one of the top destinations for students and teachers alike to gather for some laughs and new memories. During this time of year, the Berry Farm draws crowds for pumpkin picking and entertaining fall activities, as well as festive Christmas es...
Thankful for Family Tradition
Emily Vanlandingham, Midlo Scoop Staff
November 13, 2018
Filed under Student Life
Rather than students and their families simply sitting around a table full of delicious foods or enjoying a football game on TV for Thanksgiving, many students carry out long-running traditions in honor of Thanksgiving Day. Some students participate in interesting and unique traditions to make this ...
Midlo Students Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Brent Novey, Midlo Scoop Staff
November 13, 2018
Filed under Clubs and Activities, Student Life
On November 3, 2018, Midlo's psychology students and Alzheimer's and Dementia Awareness Club members flocked to the Walk to End Alzheimer's, held at Markel Plaza in Innsbrook. The Richmond race raised over $479,000 for the Alzheimer's Association, who use the money to support patients suffering from t...
