The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

The Beacon

Mary Harney, Junior Editor

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DCPS faces District-wide sub shortage

Mary Harney, Junior Editor November 28, 2021

While adjusting to various safety measures due to the pandemic, Wilson has suffered from a district-wide lack of substitute teachers, leaving several teachers to work during their free periods. At least...

Metro implements safety policies as usage ramps up

Metro implements safety policies as usage ramps up

Mary Harney, Junior Editor June 22, 2021

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA) established procedures to limit any lingering risk from COVID-19 in buses and trains.  Their facilities and equipment, including rail...

WandaVision tells a mysterious yet relatable story

“WandaVision” tells a mysterious yet relatable story

Mary Harney, Junior Editor March 30, 2021

“WandaVision” takes two Marvel superheroes on a twisty journey through TV sitcoms into a science fiction thriller that, in the end, becomes a very human story that shows that love and what we do with...

DC Council terminates Education Committee

DC Council terminates Education Committee

Mary Harney, Junior Editor March 24, 2021

The DC Council has dissolved the Education Committee, a decision that has come under criticism from The Washington Teachers Union (WTU) and the Action Network.  Council Chairman Phil Mendelson and...

Federal government awards $16 million to DC schools in order to combat illiteracy

Federal government awards $16 million to DC schools in order to combat illiteracy

Mary Harney, Junior Editor January 7, 2021

DC Public Schools have been awarded a 5 year $16 million grant to improve literacy among students. The grant is intended to help children who have disabilities, are learning English or are financially...

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