Meridian High School Student Newspaper - The Lasso

The Lasso
Meridian High School Student Newspaper - The Lasso

The Lasso
Meridian High School Student Newspaper - The Lasso

The Lasso
Tessa Kassoff

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor

Tessa is a third year journalism student and this is her second year as the opinions section editor. She loves her two cats and dog and is very excited for her senior year.
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Seniors pull the weight in the infamous game of tug-of-war, winning every round. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

Students celebrate final pep rally

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
April 30, 2025
Watermelon is one of the most popular flavors of Celsius, along with orange, peach vibe, and wild berry. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

A Dive Into the Emergence of Celsius and Alani Nu

Tessa Kassoff and Camila Contreras
March 11, 2025
Opening night is April 3-5, so keep an eye out for tickets! (Photo via MHS Theatre Instagram)

Midsummer takes a sleepy turn

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
March 7, 2025
Ally Campbell will begin her journey as a Johns Hopkins Blue Jay in the fall of 2025. (Photo courtesy of Ally Campbell)

Meridian lacrosse player commits to Johns Hopkins University

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
January 14, 2025
Not only does a winner of a golden globe get a very, very gold award and an opportunity to market their work, but they also receive expensive gifts from sponsors. (Photo via FMT)

Reflecting on the Golden Globe Awards

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
January 13, 2025
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Examining “Elf” (2003)

Tessa Kassoff and Victor Kidwell
December 20, 2024
The sophomores cheer on their rock-paper-scissors representative to go against the other grades. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

First quarter concludes with Fall pep rally

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
October 24, 2024
As soon as you walk past the farmer’s market, you see the signs detailing notable women in Falls Church. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

Cherry Hill Park hosts Women’s History Walk

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
May 13, 2024
Just kidding, no asteroid! (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

Breaking news: small asteroid hits Falls Church

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
April 1, 2024
The theater was decorated with colorful lighting and dining tables so attendees could enjoy their dinner with live music. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

State Theatre hosts Little City Big Heart Winter Gala

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
February 29, 2024
Seniors smile in support of their friends playing in the basketball game. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

Moments from the winter pep rally

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
January 29, 2024
Oak Street Elementary GIVE Day ambassadors having fun while helping their fellow elementary schoolers get ready to pack meals. (Photo by Rachel Grooms)

Give Day hosts meal packing event on MLK Day

Rachel Grooms, Tessa Kassoff, and Anna Goldenberg
January 23, 2024
This scene shows the moment when Buddy the Elf met his lifelong love, Jovie. (Photo via Trusted Reviews)

A Definitive Review of 5 Classic Christmas Movies

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
December 15, 2023
Not only will students learn about the House and Senate wings of the capital, but also the election processes. (Photo via Rawpixel)

Turn AP Gov into AP love: An AP Government survival guide

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
November 25, 2023
Duos from each grade clash in the classic trivia game, Jeopardy. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

Meridian gathers for Homecoming pep rally

Tessa Kassoff, Sofia Braverman, and Molly Moore
October 18, 2023
Pumpkin Spice Latte (by Kaylah Curley)

What is the threshold for pumpkin spice?

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
September 15, 2023
This picture shows our current bell schedule with Stable Group. (courtesy of Tessa Kassoff)

Unstable group

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor
June 8, 2023
Jared Peet, one of Meridian’s history teachers, asks Mr. Zernik questions about his childhood experiences. (Photo by Tessa Kassoff)

Holocaust survivor visits Meridian

Sasha Kasher and Tessa Kassoff
May 8, 2023
Unlike the AP, IB, and DE courses offered at Meridian, honors courses are not weighted and do not boost a student’s GPA. (Graphic by Tessa Kassoff)

Why are honors courses not weighted?

Vedika Thapliya and Tessa Kassoff
February 3, 2023
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Students react to swastika found in Meridian elevator

Tessa Kassoff, Amity Pratt, and Preston Lieu
January 24, 2023
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New Meridian changes: Schedule, SBG, and more

Preston Lieu, Sasha Kasher, Tessa Kassoff, and Vedika Thapliya
October 9, 2022
Everything but the Bagel seasoning is one of Trader Joe's most popular items. (Photo by Isabel Costa)

A definitive review of 5 Trader Joe’s items

Tessa Kassoff and Isabel Costa
September 18, 2022
Valentine’s Day candy and treats at Target.

Our definitive review of Valentine’s Day candy

Kaylah Curley, Kylie Moffatt, Sophia Borghesani, Sam Mostow, Tessa Kassoff, and Mino Castillo-Juarez
February 11, 2022
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