Do AP Exams Impact College Admissions?
Aynsleigh Escher, Editor
April 23, 2019
Filed under Features, Opinion, Top Stories
Applying for college in the twenty-first century is a strenuous process. Seniors have to select, tour, and apply to schools and even once they apply, they still have to keep up good grades and activities as well as handle the stress caused by waiting for decisions. The process isn’t entirely a senior-specif...
Life as a Dancer
Melanie Thomas, Reporter
April 8, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life
Olivia Burton (‘19), the Colonial Forge Dance Team captain, has had a passion for dance since she was one and a half years old. Her dream has always been to make a living in the professional dance world as a backup and Broadway dancer. She works hard toward that dream, spending about 42 hours per week...
Boys Varsity Soccer Has Team Spirit
Brianan Chubb, Reporter
April 4, 2019
“Do it for yourself and not for anyone else” said Coach Spinelli. Starting out the soccer season, our varsity boys soccer team has a spirited attitude. “We all go to the locker room and play music and just chill and get ready for the game” said Jack Lausten(21). ...
The Ultimate Burrito Showdown
Anne Johnakin, Aynsleigh Escher, Editor
March 29, 2019
Filed under Features, Opinion, Top Stories
We (Aynsleigh and Anne) have decided to embark upon the ultimate quest: find out which burrito reigns supreme. Everyone has their favorites, but which one is actually the best? We decided to try out the three most popular burrito places in Stafford County and give our honest reviews. To maintain an ...
March Athlete of The Month: Mackenzie Watterson (’19)
Emily Imes, Reporter
March 29, 2019
Since there was no female Athlete of the Month selected for March 2019, the staff of The Talon has chosen one of our own: We would like to congratulate Mackenzie Watterson (‘19), gymnast and scholar, for being our AoM. Mackenzie has been doing gymnastics since she was two years old, and started compet...
How To Register To Vote
Connor Merk, Editor
March 27, 2019
Filed under Features, Top Stories
Rules: Be a citizen of the United States Be a resident of Virginia and of the precinct in which you want to vote Be 18 years old (any person who is 17 years old and will be eighteen years of age at the next general election shall be permitted to register in advance and also vote in any in...
Down The Rabbit Hole of The Mandela Effect
March 25, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Features
*This is a theory, not fact. The Mandela Effect refers to the conflict between the past and peoples’ memory of the past. The idea was constructed by Fiona Bromme, a paranormal consultant in late 2009. Fiona Broome and many others believe that the Mandela effect originates from the passing from one a...
Karen Jonas: From Open Mics to Music Festivals
Aynsleigh Escher, Editor
March 25, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Features, Top Stories
Fredericksburg has its fair share of musicians, many of whom are from various genres. One of the most prominent genres in the downtown music scene is Country, with venues such as the Colonial Tavern and Old Silk Mill commonly hosting musicians like Karen Jonas. Karen Jonas has been on the scene for around...
Winners, Competitors, and Organizers Discuss Forge Assassin 2019
Sara Michel, Reporter
March 15, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life, Top Stories
Players of Forge Assassin, a game that has risen in popularity among Forge upperclassmen, must constantly watch their backs and hide their locations. Every time that they are outside of school, their home, or their car, is an opportunity for them to be attacked. Participants are pitted against and have to ...
Orchestra Class Trip to New York City
Anne Johnakin, Editor
March 15, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life, Top Stories
The orchestra took a class trip to New York City on March 1 through 3. While there they had a workshop with Broadway musicians, went to see Phantom of The Opera, and explored New York. On the first day, the groups explored Times Square then went to dinner at Hard Rock Cafe. The evening closed out w...
All You Need To Know About the Glow
Connor Merk, Editor
March 1, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life, Top Stories
The class officers have been planning the first annual glow dance since the summer, and the event is fast approaching. Senior Class President Erin Liebe ('19) has taken the lead on this dance and has been a part of the planning process. Why did the class officers come up with the glow dance? Liebe: There...
Jack Lausten (’21) Looks Forward To A Strong Soccer Season
Brianan Chubb, Reporter
March 1, 2019
Varsity soccer captain Jack Lausten (‘21) is pushing through tryouts this week with his team. Lausten has been playing for Forge since his freshman year, and he’s coming back for his second season. Not only is it his first year on varsity, but he is also one of the team captains. Lausten expec...
