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This year’s production will feature 51 members in Pit and various instrumental groups, including strings, woodwinds and the rhythm section.

Under the stage: The secret life of Pit Orchestra

By Celia Noya January 30, 2024

A line of students, instruments in hand, file down a short, narrow staircase leading to a small room underneath the stage of Whitman’s auditorium. Just past the stairs, dim lights clipped onto the stands...

Neustadter (far right) talks with Mortal Kombat director Simon McQuoid and producer Todd Garner while on set.

Q&A with “The Conjuring” executive producer Dave Neustadter

By Rylan Ammerman January 25, 2024

Dave Neustadter is an executive producer at New Line Cinema, known for his work on the widely successful films “The Conjuring,” “It” and “Shazam!” Getting his start in the movie industry as...

This past holiday season, from Nov. 23, 2023 to Jan. 1, 2024, the United States Botanic Garden in D.C. hosted its free annual Season’s Greetings event, adorned with decorations that celebrate the season in a natural style.

Season’s Greetings: The United States Botanic Garden combines nature with the holidays

By Celia Noya January 16, 2024

Nestled between the bustling streets of D.C., surrounded by iconic national landmarks, the United States Botanic Garden provides a peaceful sanctuary for visitors attempting to escape the noise.  This...

During each speaker event, they each gave a short speech explaining what their jobs were, why and how they chose to take a certain path and how Whitman students should take advantage of their resources and opportunities.

Photo of the Day, 1/12: Career Day

By Laura Gine-Vega and Abby Ikenson January 13, 2024

On Thursday, Jan. 11 and Friday, Jan. 12, the SGA held its second annual Career Day in the Commons. During this event, students gathered to hear several members of the Whitman community speak about their...

Sophomore Renia Ahmed and Mira Cooper wore a santa hat and an elf headband.

Photos of the week, December 18-22: Winter break spirit week

By Laura Gine-Vega December 24, 2023

Monday, 12/18: PJ day  On Monday, Dec. 18, students wore their pajamas to kick off the winter spirit week. Junior Celia Noya and Meera Krishnan wore their matching winter Mickey Mouse pajamas.    Tuesday,...

The teachers — Argyle Middle School teacher Hajur El-Haggan, Westland Middle School teacher Anike Robinson and Takoma Park Middle School teacher Angela Wolf — had previously been placed on administrative leave for expressing alleged antisemitism regarding the Israel-Hamas war on social media and within an internal email signature.

Whitman hosts second annual Electives Fair

By Romina Mofrad December 20, 2023

On Dec. 19, Whitman hosted its second annual Electives Fair for students and families on the first floor and commons from 5:00-6:30 p.m.. Each teacher was assigned a table that they could use to showcase...

The SGA puts together three pep rallies each year commemorating the fall, winter and spring athletes on their upcoming seasons of success.

Photo of Yesterday, 12/15: Winter Pep Rally

By Olivia Hansel December 17, 2023

On Dec. 15, SGA organized a pep rally to celebrate Whitman’s student athletes who play winter sports. Each player jogged into the dark gym, lit with colorful glowing lights, as their fellow peers applauded...

Students attended the assembly during an extended third period to celebrate and support Whitman’s musicians.

Photo of Yesterday, 12/15: Winter Music Assembly

By Celia Noya December 17, 2023

On Dec. 15, members of the chorus and instrumental music classes performed during the Winter Music Assembly. Students attended the assembly during an extended third period to celebrate and support Whitman’s...

Each group performed three songs, with the additional annual performance of “Sleigh Ride” by the combined orchestras.

Photo of Yesterday, December 14: Winter Instrumental Concert

By Laura Gine-Vega December 15, 2023

On Dec. 14, Whitman students and parents gathered in the auditorium at 7:00 p.m. to watch the Instrumental Music Department perform their winter concert.  A total of five ensembles played, including...

Flowing through numerous states, including Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, as well as the nation’s capital, this iconic waterway provides a connection with nature and a lifeline for countless communities.

“Our community deserves clean water”: The Potomac River doesn’t have to be a health hazard

By Sofia Lazarus December 13, 2023

Nestled amid the diverse landscapes of the northeast, the Potomac River is celebrated for its natural beauty and rich cultural significance. Flowing through numerous states, including Maryland, Virginia...

Folding 1,000 origami cranes, known as senbazuru in Japanese, is a traditional Japanese practice that promotes hope and healing during challenging times.

Photo of the Day, 12/12: Students fold origami cranes for art installation in Commons

By Liam Darnell December 12, 2023

On Dec. 12, the Community Arts Club, Word Language Cafe and Japanese Club guided students in folding 1,000 origami paper cranes during lunch in the Commons. Students will hang the cranes in the Commons...

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