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NYU graduate Arielle Goldman performs "To Life, L'Chaim!" The play, based entirely on Lowy's experiences in the Holocaust, was performed at CESJDS April 26. Photo courtesy David Stein.

JDS hosts one-woman play “To Life, L’Chaim”

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz May 8, 2015

Holocaust survivor Edith Lowy has shared her story countless times. But this time, Lowy’s story was told in a very different way. NYU graduate Arielle Goldman wrote, directed and performed a one-woman...

Letter from the Editors: presenting the new Black & White Online

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz October 20, 2014

Dear readers, After several months of designing, programming and editing, we are thrilled to launch our full website redesign. Our fundamental goal behind the redesign is to make the website more...

Photo of the Day: August 24

Photo of the Day: August 24

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz August 24, 2014

Senior girls decorate their cars with slogans in preparation for the first day of school. Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Photo of the Day: June 11

Photo of the Day: June 11

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz June 11, 2014

Students and teachers prepare for graduation today. Graduation will take place at DAR Constitution Hall starting at 2:30. Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Photo of the Day: June 6

Photo of the Day: June 6

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz June 6, 2014

Seniors Maisy Deans and Sydney Wolstein, accompanied by senior Carson Lystad on guitar, sing together at the last coffeehouse of the year. The event, held in the Whittier Woods auditorium, started at 7...

Photo of the Day: May 24

Photo of the Day: May 24

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz May 24, 2014

The Ferris wheel at National Harbor provides a great view of the water and surrounding area. Kayaks are available for rent, and there are various shops and restaurants by the water. The National Harbor...

Photo of the Day: May 19

Photo of the Day: May 19

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz May 19, 2014

Senior Carson Lystad speaks at the annual music banquet. The banquet, held in the cafeteria, is a way for the instrumental music department to celebrate the year. Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

How (not) to do a promposal

How (not) to do a promposal

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz May 6, 2014

**By Halle Ostoyich and Zoe Berkovitz** How (Not) to Do a Promposal from The Black & White Online on Vimeo.

The azalea festival, held at Landon, is taking place this weekend.  Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Photo of the Day: May 3

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz May 3, 2014

The Azalea Festival, held at Landon, is taking place this weekend. Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Mrs. Landau, a group of seniors and four college admissions officers answer questions at the "Admissions Panel Meeting" for juniors and parents.  The meeting was intended to aid students and parents in the college process.  Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Photo of the Day: April 29

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz April 29, 2014

Mrs. Landau, a group of seniors and four college admissions officers answer questions at the "Admissions Panel Meeting" for juniors and parents. The meeting was intended to aid students and parents in...

Only 6 out of 22 seniors were present in Mrs. Crewdson's third period AP Lit class.  Many students are absent today, Easter Monday, as it was originally part of spring break.  The county added an extra day to make up for the numerous snow days.  Photo by Julia Pearl-Schwartz.

Photo of the Day: April 21

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz April 21, 2014

Only seven out of 22 seniors were present in Mrs. Crewdson's third period AP Lit class. Many students are absent today, Easter Monday, as it was originally part of spring break. The county added an extra...

Congratulations to The Black & White Volume 53!

By Julia Pearl-Schwartz April 10, 2014

Congratulations to the staff of The Black & White Volume 53! Online Editor-in-Chief: Julia Pearl-Schwartz Online Managing Editor: Scott Singer Print Editor-in-Chief: Sarah Friedman Print Managing...

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