The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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Junior Emily Cavanagh, right, poses with her brother.  He will shave her head April 18 to raise money for a non-profit cancer organization.  Photo courtesy Emily Cavanagh.

Junior Emily Cavanagh to shave head for kids who lost their hair in chemotherapy

By Juelia Fong April 14, 2011

Before school, some girls devote hours to straightening, curling and perfecting their beloved locks. But for junior Emily Cavanagh, there are more important things than a full head of hair. Cavanagh...

With every glass, UNICEF project brings clean water to children

By Juelia Fong April 11, 2011

Drinking water is no longer only good for you. It's good for the world. Bethesda restaurants teamed up with the UNICEF Tap Project to raise money for access to clean water around the world. Two...

Sophomore band plays their way into school spotlight

By Juelia Fong April 7, 2011

Members of sophomore band Lockhouse 8, formally known as Borealis, prove that a band doesn’t have to be widely recognized to win the Battle of the Bands, which took place Feb. 23 to raise money for Leukemia...

AP Psychology exam retakes inefficient

By Juelia Fong March 24, 2011

Some AP Psychology students were in for a surprise when they returned from semester break. Because an unusually large number of students did poorly on the exam, teachers required students who scored below...

Boy Auction: Guy Guide

By Juelia Fong February 15, 2011

Whether you’re looking for a nerd, jock or musician, the SGA is auctioning off them all at the second annual Guy Auction Feb. 17. Girls (and guys) will have the opportunity to bid on dates with some...

Administrators try to put a lid on the school’s growing trash problem

By Juelia Fong January 3, 2011

The odor of half-eaten burgers pervades the hallways. Suspicious sticky, colorful liquids are spilled on the floor. Used ketchup packets lay scattered across the ground. Students and teachers alike said...

Christmas trees: good and bad places to buy

By Juelia Fong December 9, 2010

Picking the right Christmas tree is an important, often tricky holiday tradition. Whether you’re searching for a tall tree to impress the neighbors or one with sturdy branches just for decorating, this...

Photo by Juelia Fong.

Q&A with E! News anchor Giuliana Rancic (’92)

By Juelia Fong November 18, 2010

Whitman alum and E! News anchor Giuliana Rancic (’92) recently hosted the National Italian American Foundation’s annual ‘Expo Italia’ gala at the Washington Hilton Hotel in D.C. from Oct. 22 to...

CollegeTracks helps students navigate college process

By Juelia Fong October 27, 2010

College prep: a junior’s worst nightmare. Students often complain about the stress that their parents cause by nagging about college applications. While the pressure is far from enjoyable, the assistance...

Groupon website revolutionizes coupons

“Groupon” website revolutionizes coupons

By Juelia Fong October 19, 2010

Gourmet ice cream from Gifford’s: 50 percent off. Clothes at the Gap: 75 percent off. Tickets to see a musical at Wolf Trap: 60 percent off. Accessing hundreds of useful coupons for 50 to 90 percent...

Award-winning Speech and Debate Team welcomes new coach

By Juelia Fong September 17, 2010
New Head Coach Ari Parker isn't letting his age or size detract from his coaching ability. Just a few weeks into the school year, he's already led the nationally-ranked Speech and Debate team to success.

Q & A with 2010 Mr. Whitman Sam Lilek

By Juelia Fong June 7, 2010

Senior Sam Lilek’s rap won the judges over to win the title of Mr. Whitman. His new sash and crown now sit next to his soccer state championship trophy. Lilek agreed to talk to the Black & White...

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