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Arlington Career Center | 816 S. Walter Reed St. | Arlington, VA | 22204

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Groundbreaking
School News
Groundbreaking
Bella Weslow, Staff Reporter • June 12, 2024

On May 16th, 2024, a monumental event occurred for the students and staff of the Arlington Career Center. At 2 pm, students and teachers left...

Latinas Leading Tomorrow at ACC
Clubs & Extras
Latinas Leading Tomorrow at ACC
Lary Renderos, Guest Reporter • June 12, 2024

Let’s zoom into the bustling hive of activity that is ACC (let's throw some props to our extracurricular buffet: from frisbee to D&D, there's...

Op Ed: A Call for Accelerated Learning in APS
Op Ed
Op Ed: A Call for Accelerated Learning in APS
Joseph Sparks, Guest Reporter • June 12, 2024

Dear Arlington Public Schools, As I prepare to begin my education at Princeton University next fall, I often look back and consider the impact...

Op Ed: Let’s Expand Restorative Justice in Virginia
Op Ed
Op Ed: Let’s Expand Restorative Justice in Virginia
Zack Dabrowski, Staff Reporter • June 12, 2024

Dear Barbara A. Favola, In one month, I will have graduated from high school and be ready for the next stage of my life. When I look back...

Acme Pie Company
Community & Beyond
Acme Pie Company
Zack Dabrowski, Staff Reporter • June 12, 2024

Acme Pie Co., located barely a block from the school, is one of the only pie shops within Arlington - and it’s also the best. Walking towards...

24 with ‘24: Ananya Sinha

24 with ’24 is a Chronicle series where we ask 24 questions to a member of the class of ’24. Between now and June, we’ll shine a spotlight on each member of this year’s graduating class. Our goal is to feature all seniors from all ACC programs. Get started by completing this Google form, and reach out to Zack Dabrowski with any questions.

  1. How does it feel to be a senior in high school?
    • It’s really exciting 
  2. Favorite moment at Arlington Tech
    • The Blooket Hacker
  3. What is the best piece of advice you’ve received?
    •  Don’t be afraid to fail
  4. Advice you’d give to underclassmen
    • Cybersecurity is hard
  5. A person who supported you the most through high school
    • Ainsley
  6. Favorite core class you’ve taken and why? 
    • DE Biology because we have interesting conversations
  7. Favorite elective?
    • Early childhood education
  8. What is your Capstone experience and how’s it going?
    • Great, I do data entry
  9. Any advice on Capstone you’d like to share?
    • Get a paid Capstone
  10. What would you like to be remembered for at Arlington Tech?
    • Being nice
  11. What grade did you enjoy the most?
    • Sophomore year
  12. What are you excited about for life after high school?
    • College
  13. What is your top college choice?
    • India Institute of Technology 
  14. What field are you planning on going into?
    • Environmental science / applied mathematics 
  15. What is something you can’t live without?
    • My driver’s license
  16. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
    • Still in school
  17. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?
    • Mumbai 
  18. Favorite extracurricular activity
    • Community service club
  19. A song that you have on repeat?
    • “Aal izz well” by Sonu Nigam, Swanand Kirkire, & Shaan 
  20. Favorite movie or TV show?
    • Too Hot to Handle 
  21. What is your favorite meal?
    • Cheese and crackers
  22. What time do you go to bed on school nights?
    • 9:30 pm
  23. What motivates you?
    • Myself
  24. What is your greatest achievement?
    • Speaking at the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science. 

 

About the Contributor
Zack Dabrowski
Zack Dabrowski, Staff Reporter
Zack is a senior at The Arlington Career Center who is earning a general education associates degree at NOVA. He’s interested in pursuing a degree in anthropology and political science. He is currently a representative on the Student Advisory Board and a member of the Senior Committee. He is also currently interning at the Center for Youth and Family Advocacy.