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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

The liberal bookstore became a place for open expression and free discussion, promoting conversations about sensitive topics such as politics, constitutionalism and religion.

Chinese bookstore begins new chapter in D.C.

By Camilla Fan March 25, 2025

Colorful stacks of novels and stories line the shelves of JF Books, an independent bookstore located in Dupont Circle. Visitors quiet down and find their seats inside as Stanford Senior Research Scholar...

Heroines of Maryland: Katie Ledecky

Heroines of Maryland: Katie Ledecky

By Julia Cerione March 24, 2025

Women’s History Month originated as a weeklong celebration of women’s contributions to the U.S., organized by the Sonoma California School District. Their local celebration caught the attention of...

As visitors walk through the exhibit, posters are lined in rows that chronologically display the history of comic books. The display encompasses a wide history of comics, from Yiddish comics of the early 20th century to the founding of comic book entities like DC and Marvel in the 1940s and eventually modern graphic novels.

Capital Jewish Museum spotlights Judaism’s influence on comic book industry

By Stella Bleiweis March 23, 2025

Bright blue walls form a maze-like exhibit filled with colorful posters and glass cases of artifacts. Framed Sunday pages with comic panels hang, displaying portraits of Superman and various original copies...

Apps like Google Maps that monitor travel are already the focus of subpoenas used to prosecute women seeking reproductive care out of state.

Our bodies, our data: The fight for digital autonomy

By Hannah Mullins March 21, 2025

Some names have been changed to protect privacy. This June marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark abortion case Roe v. Wade with a 6-3 ruling in Jackson v. Dobbs, breaking...

Despite significant progress on the field, women still account for less than 25% of head coaches in NCAA women’s sports, and female coaches are practically nonexistent in men’s sports. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, only 13% of all coaches were women.

Beyond the game: the fight for female coaches

By Rishith Alimchandani March 20, 2025

From Coco Gauff dominating tennis courts to Simone Biles redefining gymnastics, female athletes constantly achieve new heights and inspire generations of young women. However, on the sidelines, a different...

'Companion' is a twisted, twisty delight

‘Companion’ is a twisted, twisty delight

By Jose Urzua March 18, 2025

In “Companion,” director Drew Hancock has successfully crafted one of the most acclaimed films of 2025 while subverting the classic tropes of sci-fi horror. Sporting an impressive 94% critic rating...

From mid-February through mid-March, the Whitman Student Government Association hosts an annual ‘Charity Month’ made up of a series of fundraising events.

A look into Whitman’s 2025 Charity Month

By Fiona Graham March 17, 2025

Popular love songs blast on speakers as seniors in bright pink shirts run through the hallways singing at the top of their lungs. They burst through classroom doors during class time, crowding around the...

The Trump administration is taking steps to redefine traditional press by creating new applications for press credentials and introducing new media seats in the briefing room.

Karoline Leavitt redefines media in the White House

By Rishith Alimchandani March 17, 2025

Since taking office Jan. 20, President Donald Trump has signed approximately 50 executive orders targeting topics such as illegal immigration, climate change, foreign policy and federal diversity programs....

In the 2023-2024 school year, current seniors Nomi Bortnick and Allison Khani created the Adaptive Music class to help provide every student with a music education.

Adaptive Music: Spreading musical opportunities to everybody

By Benjamin Levy March 12, 2025

The bell marks the start of fifth period and the beginning of the Adaptive Music class for some Whitman students. Nine students and one teacher-helper sit in the band room as a single note sounds from...

After the conversation, Carver and Yen introduced some of the dogs from the book and the shelter to the audience.

Wonderland Books hosts dog adoption Q&A

By Lauren Perrin March 11, 2025

Among the wagging tails of puppies and shelves of books, owners accompanied by their dogs sit, greeting passersby. Paws tap on the ground as dogs leap into open arms and lick smiling faces.  Bookstore...

In 1912, Barton died from pneumonia in her home at the age of 90. Her impact on education and humanitarian aid remains a prominent part of society today.

Heroines of Maryland: Clara Barton

By Julia Cerione March 10, 2025

Women’s History Month originated as a weeklong celebration of women’s contributions to the U.S., organized by the Sonoma, California, school district. Their local celebration caught the attention of...

Meet the 2025-2026 SMOB Candidates: Peter Boyko and Anuva Maloo

Meet the 2025-2026 SMOB Candidates: Peter Boyko and Anuva Maloo

By Phoebe Gordon March 9, 2025

On Apr. 23, all eligible MCPS middle and high school students will vote for the 48th Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB). The SMOB is the only student given full voting rights on the Montgomery...

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