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The Black and White
The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White
The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White
News
MCPS introduced new hate-bias response procedures on Sept. 21., outlining how the county will address serious incidents. The protocol implements a tiered system, categorizing incidents into yellow, orange and red categories based on severity.
MCPS releases new tiered system for hate-bias response
By Phoebe Gordon • October 16, 2024
The Black & White’s weekly politics review will be posted every Tuesday, up to and including Election Day. The column will include a recap of the past week’s political events, an explanation of the most recent polls and a preview for the next week.
Countdown to the Election: three weeks left
October 15, 2024
At Whitman, students and teachers are more vigilant than ever in taking additional measures against gun violence. The heightened awareness reflects a nationwide effort to prevent tragedies, as schools around the country grapple with how to keep their communities safe.
Whitman community reacts to recent school shootings
October 15, 2024
Trending Stories
“Short n’ Sweet” is a great addition to the pop star’s discography and regardless of some weaker songs, was exactly what she needed to take the next step into pop stardom.

Every song on Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’ Sweet” ranked

Clothing choice is a powerful means of communication that reflects the wearer’s personality, mood and intentions. In a society where first impressions matter, fashion is the first look into one’s identity.

Nobody’s entitled to inclusivity: Why Victoria’s Secret’s rebranding was a horrible business decision

The UFC is a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion that hosts multiple fighting events year-round, such as their UFC Fight Night cards and their UFC pay-per-view (PPV) cards, garnering millions of views and thousands of PPV buys.

The rising popularity of UFC with Gen Z

The challenge lies in finding a balance between reaping the benefits of these platforms and avoiding excessive use that may lead to addictive behaviors.

Unmasking the allure: The instant gratification trap of social media

⁤Unlike traditional basketball leagues, OTE started with the support of fans rather than the athletes on the court. ⁤⁤

Overtime Elite: A new wave of professional basketball

Sports
Boys Soccer demolishes Walter Johnson 3–0 in regional semifinals
Boys Soccer demolishes Walter Johnson 3–0 in regional semifinals
October 27, 2024
Girls Soccer crushes Churchill 6–2 in regional semi-finals
Girls Soccer crushes Churchill 6–2 in regional semi-finals
October 27, 2024
LIVE: Boys Soccer takes on Walter Johnson in second round of playoffs
LIVE: Boys Soccer takes on Walter Johnson in second round of playoffs
October 25, 2024
Girls Flag Football falls to Quince Orchard 6–0 in final regular season game
Girls Flag Football falls to Quince Orchard 6–0 in final regular season game
October 25, 2024
Since OpenAI’s 2022 unveiling of ChatGPT for the public — the first major generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, teachers — parents and school administrators have worried about its impact on students’ education.
How high school students are using AI today
By Benjamin Levy • October 28, 2024
Ashwagandha, a supplement meant to relieve stress, is the internet’s current wellness obsession.
Ashwagandha: a magic supplement or placebo?
October 27, 2024
The afternoon sun leaks through the windows, illuminating books littered on shelves. The sound of flipping pages and friendly chatter echoes through the bookstore as customers file in.
Wonderland Books: bringing the joy of reading back to Bethesda
October 27, 2024
In 1948, American psychologist Bertram Forer administered a personality test to his students, offering each of them a tailored analysis based on their responses.
The Barnum effect: unethical persuasion of the masses
October 25, 2024
Feature
Whitman’s Leadership Academy for Social Justice (LASJ) program expanded for county-wide enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year.
A month in: LASJ opens doors, breaks barriers
By Camilla Fan • October 17, 2024

Whitman’s Leadership Academy for Social Justice (LASJ) program expanded for county-wide enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year. The program is part of MCPS’s Division...

Joyful greetings fill the expansive room at Soorp Khatch Armenian Apostolic Church. Tables scattered around the space hold traditional Armenian cuisine, its aroma filling the air.
Armenian Food Festival: exploring Armenian culture through taste
October 16, 2024
Guyer co-founded youth-run Breakfast All-Day Records alongside fellow junior Tonito Tijerino in July 2023.
Breakfast All-Day Records: labels supporting the next generation of music
October 13, 2024
White-clothed tables line the Steadfast Supply store’s exterior, each covered with products ranging from colorful earrings to ornate canvas paintings.
Steadfast Supply hosts 4th designers and makers pop-up
October 11, 2024
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Opinion
Curling up with a book borrowed from the library, a young girl settles in for a cozy fall evening. She cracks the spine of her book, inhaling the familiar scent of paper as she turns to the first page.
Turning the page on fantasy "BookTok"
By Asha Tallapragada • October 24, 2024
21st Century Studios’ newest project “Alien: Romulus” marks the return of the now seven-movie “Alien” franchise. The film rose to the top of the charts just weeks after its release, quickly becoming the highest-grossing horror movie of 2024.
“Alien: Romulus” bursts out theaters
October 21, 2024
In the 2020 Democratic primaries, then-Senator Kamala Harris was polling at a mere five percent of the youth vote.
Who’s winning the youth vote? All signs point to Harris
October 21, 2024
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Through Our Eyes: Episode 6 - Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation
Through Our Eyes: Episode 6 - Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation
August 29, 2024