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The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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Remnants of a promposal remain on a classroom window. Photo by Casey Noenickx.

Promposals: bigger isn’t always better

By Casey Noenickx • April 22, 2015

As the final five minutes of eighth period tick by, the bell marks more than just the end of the school day in the weeks leading up to prom. At 2:10 the bell rings, seemingly saying, "ready, set, go!"...

Photo by Casey Noenickx.

Bdubbs Bakes: Hello Dollies

By Casey Noenickx • March 9, 2015

We've all found ourselves craving a delicious dessert but feeling too lazy to make anything fancy. But Hello Dollies will be ready in no time, with an easy preparation and an easy clean up. Prep...

Psych lab rats gone missing

By Casey Noenickx • October 21, 2014

It’s been a hectic week in the back room connected to psychology teacher Sheryl Freedman’s classroom, home of lab rats “Big Momma” and the “Notorious R.A.T.”. Returning to school from homecoming...

I dropped it again at bRAVE, and although I thought it was safe after replacing it and investing in a case and a screen protector, this time it shattered. Photo by Casey Noenickx.

The tragic story of an iPhone user

By Casey Noenickx • October 9, 2014

With the release of the iPhone 6, many may be ordering the new smartphone with the excitement of getting rid of their outdated version, but for me it’s not just about replacing my 4S—I’m hoping to...

Bethesda Downtown Plan workshop allows residents to discuss future, give ideas

By Casey Noenickx • March 12, 2014

It’s hard to determine where the heart of Bethesda really is, but that was just what residents were asked to define at the Bethesda Downtown Plan workshop. The Montgomery County Planning Department...

Teachers travel, relax in warm weather over break

By Casey Noenickx • January 11, 2014

While students put tests and homework into the back of their minds over winter break, teachers also spent time trying to forget about papers to grade. Whether in another country or staying local, the much-needed...

Sophomores Cassie Nighswander, Kaeyln Petrides and Ellie Gill, senior Isabel Gomez and junior Alison Cantwell pose for a photo in Copenhagen.

Students spend week in Copenhagen on exchange program

By Casey Noenickx • December 9, 2013

Nine Whitman students returned from Copenhagen, Denmark, this past weekend after spending a week with host families and exploring the quaint culture of the European country. This year’s third annual...

Proposed cell tower in Carderock draws debate

By Casey Noenickx • November 11, 2013

Construction for a new 180-foot cell tower has been proposed near Carderock Springs Elementary School, and could be installed within the next two years. However, residents have raised concerns about having...

ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen opened in Bethesda Oct. 30, and promises an interesting twist Chipotle-style cuisine. Photo courtesy Aaron Kraut.

Southeast Asian eatery ShopHouse opens in Bethesda

By Casey Noenickx • November 7, 2013

The Chipotle-owned and casual quick serve style restaurant ShopHouse joined the ranks of  many popular restaurants on the busy Bethesda Avenue Oct. 30, giving students yet another option for a fast, interesting...

Student apprehended during fire drill evacuation

By Casey Noenickx • October 13, 2013

Officer Pascali restrained and handcuffed a junior near the entrance to Whittier Woods during an evacuation due to a fire alarm Oct. 11. A faulty smoke detector caused the fire alarm to sound. Administration...

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