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PB Celebrates Spirit Week
October 15, 2026
NJROTC cadets, Captain Shin, and Chief Mark pose along with Rear Admiral David J. Faehnle and Vice Admiral John Nowel, Jr.
Paint Branch NJROTC Marches for Memorial Day Parade
June 8, 2026
For Prom 2026, students put on their best and headed to The Hotel at Arundel Preserve in Hanover, Maryland.
PB’s 2026 Prom was Epic
May 28, 2026
PB's annual International Night event is a beloved tradition to brings many different cultures to the stage.
Student Culture Takes Center Stage
May 15, 2026
The newly elected Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB), Leul Dawit, stands with Anuva Maloo (current SMOB), and Reemey Ghermay.
Leul Dawit Secures Historic Victory in the 2026 SMOB Election
May 14, 2026
“I see myself working at my own dental practice or for a company, probably in a different state," says PB senior Nini Jackson. 
Class of 2027 Takes on Senior Year
October 5, 2026
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
Juniors Reflect on “Most Important” Year
June 10, 2026
Rising Sophomores Look Back at First Year of High School
June 10, 2026
Dr. Mugerwa was recently named Principal Intern for the 2026-27 school year at MOCO high school Richard Montgomery.
Dr. Mugerwa Says Goodbye to PB
June 9, 2026
Why Social Media Can Hurt a Beginner Artist
October 15, 2026
A guy using headphones.
Was it Really Necessary to Ban Headphones, too?
October 15, 2026
Feeling the Pressure
October 15, 2026
Drop the Screens and Take a Breather
Drop the Screens and Take a Breather
October 13, 2026
Last in Line: Third Time’s the Charm?
October 12, 2026
Graffiti art of Dolly Parton.
A Tribute to the Stars We Lost this Summer
September 25, 2026
Seiko Oomori: An Underrated J-POP Artist You Should Know
June 11, 2026
During Cardi B's opening screening she had this beautiful visual with her face making different expressions then leading to her crows to represent her newest album " Am I The Drama?"
Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour
April 24, 2026
Zara Larsson brought her new style and show, the "Midnight Sun" tour, to D.C. on March 31st.
Returning to the Spotlight: Zara Larsson’s Pop Resurgence
April 16, 2026
Manga vs. Manhwa
March 27, 2026
NFL Top 5
NFL Top 5
October 15, 2026
The NFL season kicked off last week and the best teams are showing just who they are.
NFL SEASON PREVIEW WEEK 1
September 18, 2026
NBA Draft Top 5
April 30, 2026
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
NFL Free Agency Recap: Winners and Losers
March 24, 2026
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
The Junior Year Experience
The Junior Year Experience
June 15, 2026
Social Media Distractions
Social Media Distractions
June 15, 2026
Ms. Perkins, PB's Forensics Club coach.
Forensics League Celebrates Success
April 14, 2026
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
Students walk into PB in the snow on the morning of December 5th.
MCPS’ Call for On-Time Opening Causes Frustration
December 23, 2025
PB's 2025 College Fair
PB’s 2025 College Fair
November 5, 2025
Each year my family creates an ofrenda to celebrate the lives of those who have passed.
Dia De Los Muertos: The Importance of Cultural Traditions
October 10, 2025
NJROTC Cadets honored the fallen during their ceremony on 9/11.
NJROTC Commemorates September 11th
September 17, 2024
Students Conquer Fashion
March 10, 2023
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
This is Paint Branch (2018 Homecoming Game)
This is Paint Branch (2018 Homecoming Game)
October 27, 2018
This is Paint Branch (Culture Day)
This is Paint Branch (Culture Day)
October 19, 2018
A Look at the History and Growth of Lacrosse
April 10, 2026
Teens on Social Media
February 23, 2026
Two Artists to Listen to
January 22, 2026
The Dark Secrets of the Dark Web
January 15, 2026
An Unpopular Opinion
December 5, 2025
How did your team do in the NFL draft?
June 2, 2022
This is the final podcast for Rushabh & Angad as they are set to graduate in June and head off to college next year. Here's to nothing but good times ahead for these two NFL super fans.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Super Bowl Edition
February 11, 2022
Joe Burrow leads the surprising Bengals into Kansas City to take on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the AFC, while the Niners head to LA to take on Rams.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Conference Championship Edition
January 28, 2022
Josh Allen and the Bills head to KC to take on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on Sunday.
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – Divisional Round
January 21, 2022
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – SuperBigWildCardWeekend
PBHS Edge Pigskin Podcast – SuperBigWildCardWeekend
January 14, 2022
The Dark Secrets of the Dark Web
January 15, 2026
How Social Media Shapes Teen Mental Health
November 19, 2025
Spend Half a Million With Me
November 12, 2025
My Favorite Relaxing Tunes
May 7, 2025
Let’s keep it real: Self-respect
February 11, 2025
Why Social Media Can Hurt a Beginner Artist
October 15, 2026
A guy using headphones.
Was it Really Necessary to Ban Headphones, too?
October 15, 2026
Feeling the Pressure
October 15, 2026
Drop the Screens and Take a Breather
Drop the Screens and Take a Breather
October 13, 2026
Last in Line: Third Time’s the Charm?
October 12, 2026
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
Mainstream – May/June, 2026 – Full Issue
June 3, 2026
Mainstream – March, 2026 – Full Issue
Mainstream – March, 2026 – Full Issue
March 19, 2026
Welcome to the December, 2025 print issue of Mainstream!
Mainstream – December, 2025 – Full Issue
December 10, 2025
Welcome to the February, 2025 Issue of Mainstream
Mainstream – February, 2025 – Full Issue
December 9, 2025
Mainstream - November, 2024 - Volume 55, Issue 1
Mainstream – November, 2024 – Full Issue
December 2, 2024
I Shall Paint My Own Story
February 19, 2026
The Pen, the student-operated literary magazine of the Paint Branch creative writing community, publishes student fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and art annually.
The Pen: PB’s Literary Magazine (2025 Edition)
May 30, 2025
The Future of Gaming: Marvel Rivals
February 4, 2025
Watch how the Computer Man, the mastermind within Lauren's computer, horrifies and lurks Lauren, Dane, and Brook into a world of pure technology and secrets.
Computer Man
January 21, 2025
Halloween is no fun without a scream, especially when you go trick or treating with Jack and Boo! Watch how Ashley and James, two high school friends, escape from the chasing Eye.
Jack and Boo!
November 15, 2024
PB Celebrates Spirit Week
October 15, 2026
“I see myself working at my own dental practice or for a company, probably in a different state," says PB senior Nini Jackson. 
Class of 2027 Takes on Senior Year
October 5, 2026
Graffiti art of Dolly Parton.
A Tribute to the Stars We Lost this Summer
September 25, 2026
The NFL season kicked off last week and the best teams are showing just who they are.
NFL SEASON PREVIEW WEEK 1
September 18, 2026
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
June 19, 2026
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PB Celebrates Spirit Week
Richard Beltran, Contributing Writer • October 15, 2026

Starting on Monday, October 5th, Paint Branch began its 2026-2027 edition of...

NJROTC cadets, Captain Shin, and Chief Mark pose along with Rear Admiral David J. Faehnle and Vice Admiral John Nowel, Jr.
Paint Branch NJROTC Marches for Memorial Day Parade
Bethel Solomon, Staff Writer • June 8, 2026

On Monday, May 28th, the Paint Branch NJROTC cadets marched in the Memorial...

Sports
NFL Top 5
NFL Top 5
Raheim Briddell, Sports Editor • October 15, 2026

With week 6 of the NFL season approaching, it is time to look at which teams...

The NFL season kicked off last week and the best teams are showing just who they are.
NFL SEASON PREVIEW WEEK 1
Raheim Briddell, Sports Editor • September 18, 2026

After seven long months, American football is finally back. With the 2026 NFL...

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Was it Really Necessary to Ban Headphones, too?
Entertainment
Graffiti art of Dolly Parton.
A Tribute to the Stars We Lost this Summer
Rayisa Islam, Editor-In-Chief • September 25, 2026

As the summer season drew to a close and we entered the second half of 2026, we were faced with the loss of several beloved icons within the entertainment industry. From iconic...

Seiko Oomori: An Underrated J-POP Artist You Should Know
Kourtney Do • June 11, 2026
During Cardi B's opening screening she had this beautiful visual with her face making different expressions then leading to her crows to represent her newest album " Am I The Drama?"
Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour
Keziah Suggs, Staff Writer • April 24, 2026
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Features
“I see myself working at my own dental practice or for a company, probably in a different state," says PB senior Nini Jackson. 
Class of 2027 Takes on Senior Year
Elizabeth Hernandez-Bustamante, Opinions Editor • October 5, 2026

Senior year for the class of 2027 has finally arrived. As we navigate college...

Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
Nardos Wondimu and Efratha Tewodros • June 19, 2026

Multimedia
Photo from senior prank day.
Asking the Class of ’26 Questions on Their Last Day
Nardos Wondimu and Efratha Tewodros • June 19, 2026

The Junior Year Experience
The Junior Year Experience
Rayisa Islam, Entertainment Editor • June 15, 2026

Meet the Staff
Chris Chaucca Pereira
Staff Writer

For some people, finding their voice means becoming the loudest person in the room. For Chris Chaucca, a sophomore at Paint Branch, it has meant finding comfort in the things that allow him to fully express...

Nahom Assefa
Staff Writer

Most people have something that makes them happy and gives them a reason to keep going. For Nahom Assefa, that thing is basketball. Nahom is a freshman at Paint Branch High School who dreams of one day...

Shafia Hamid
Staff Writer

One thing that stands out about Paint Branch senior Shafia Hamid is that she is very mindful, caring, and aware of the people and world around her. She has an interest in politics and meaningful issues...

Elijah Miles
Staff Writer

Waking up early for school is a pain for everyone. We wake up to an alarm—sometimes five—feeling groggy, tired, and ready to go back to bed. But imagine waking up at 5 a.m. every day because your mom...

Elijah Obiozor
Staff Writer

While many people see a truck simply as a way to get from place to place, that’s not the case for Paint Branch freshman Elijah Obiozor. According to Elijah, his dad’s truck has become something that...

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