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The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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

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MCPS and the MCPD plan to strengthen collaboration and communication regarding school safety in the future.
MCPS implements heightened school safety policies
By Noah Bloom • October 14, 2024
During the event, Fergeson spoke about her goals as a writer and the messages she wants to send.
Renowned author Jen Ferguson visits Whitman
October 11, 2024
Whitman introduces WhitMAP open workroom
Whitman introduces WhitMAP open workroom
October 10, 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
Field Hockey dominates Clarksburg in final regular season game
Field Hockey dominates Clarksburg in final regular season game
October 21, 2024
Girls Soccer finishes season with a win on senior night
Girls Soccer finishes season with a win on senior night
October 19, 2024
Girls Flag Football demolishes BCC 25–12 on senior night
Girls Flag Football demolishes BCC 25–12 on senior night
October 19, 2024
Girls Soccer cruises past Wooton 4–2
Girls Soccer cruises past Wooton 4–2
October 16, 2024
MCPS community members voiced concerns about overcrowding and insufficient school resources during the Sept. 18 Community Engagement Listening Session with new Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor.
MCPS community concerned over overcrowding in schools
By Noah Bloom • October 22, 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
One of the founding principles of the United States is that every voice counts, but in reality, many voices go unheard. The 2022 American Community Survey reported that 21.7% of U.S. citizens are too young to cast their vote in any general election.
You can’t vote — what can you do?
October 21, 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
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
By Landon Heuer • October 15, 2024
Female achievement in debate is staggeringly low, causing lower female enrollment and competitive effort. The NSDA is obligated to continue pushing for equality in their spaces, particularly concerning misogyny. 
Confronting misogyny in high school debate
October 9, 2024
Gambino has stocked his discography with many different genres of music, from his earlier experimental hip-hop/indie mixtapes to his award-winning soulful R&B album “Awaken, My Love!” His newest and final album, “Bando Stone & The New World,” is a culmination of Gambino’s many years of genre experimentation, featuring the most extensive set of songs on any Gambino LP.
Childish Gambino’s “The New World Tour” Concert Review
September 13, 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