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Students and faculty gathered in the small gym from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to donate blood for those in need of a transfusion.

Photo of Yesterday, Nov. 14th: SGA blood drive

By Marilena Adamantiades November 15, 2023

On Nov. 14, the SGA partnered with INOVA Blood Donor Services to host a blood drive open to the Whitman community. Students and faculty gathered in the small gym from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to donate blood...

Director Martin Scorsese delivers his usual elegance within his newest cinematic experience. His passion for the harrowing history is palpable and complements the stunning performances of the cast. However, while the technical aspects are undoubtedly top-notch, the film is held back by a lengthy narrative that stretches the experience too thin. 

“Killers of the Flower Moon”: An eye-opening, educating, exhaustive experience

By Rylan Ammerman November 15, 2023

With 25 feature films at 80, director Martin Scorsese has every reason to hit the brakes and admire his stamp on the world. However, in the twilight of his career, Scorsese’s 26th film, “Killers...

The festival, which took place on Oct. 14 and 15, is free for all visitors, allowing patrons to view various pieces of art displayed across five blocks in the center of Bethesda Row.

Bethesda Urban Partnership puts on 25th annual Arts Festival

By Zhara Thomas November 10, 2023

The Bethesda Row Arts Festival has been a staple for the local art community for 25 years, annually selecting 165 different artists to showcase their work. The festival, which took place on Oct. 14 and...

Committed athletes from the women’s lacrosse team pose for a photo with team members at Signing Day.

Photo of the Day, 11/08: Signing Day

By Olivia Hansel November 8, 2023

Students, coaches, and family members gathered in the gym during lunch to honor senior athletes as they signed a written commitment to further their athletic careers at the collegiate level on Nov. 8.  Athletic...

On Oct. 28, Mount Vernon held its annual Trick-or-Treating event, which debuted in 2014. Families visited George Washington’s historic home to collect candy and celebrate Halloween with 18th century themed activities.

Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon: Combining fall festivities with 18th century culture

By Celia Noya November 1, 2023

Children scamper eagerly across a lush green lawn, dressed in colorful costumes. The sun beams through the vibrant red and orange leaves as they stop in front of the iconic red-roofed British Palladian-style...

These are “stories,” first and foremost, and each film provides necessary context about their origins. Anderson is adapting stories that are primarily light, fun and intended for children, but he treats each text with the utmost respect. 

Wes Anderson’s Roald Dahl roundup: Pushing the boundaries of story adaptations

By Henry Dupree October 19, 2023

Ever since he spearheaded 2009’s inventive cinematic portrayal of “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” Wes Anderson has made clear his love of classic British children’s author Roald Dahl. Now, in 2023, Anderson...

When Laura Van Der Pasch first met the Youngs, she immediately felt part of their family. She recalled how happy Young was and how welcoming and open his family was to a new member of their household.

Uniting the Young: Whitman teacher opens his home to foreign exchange students

By Laura Gine Vega October 17, 2023

Traveling from a distant foreign country, a young student overflows with excitement and anxiety as they board a flight that will alter their life forever. The destination: America. Butterflies soar...

Healthy Baller has three locations in Rockville, Alexandria and Fairfax. All centers employ professional trainers with extensive athletic training experience and recovery expertise.

Healthy Baller Performance Center: A look into how Whitman athletes are bettering themselves in the offseason

By Elliott Brown October 14, 2023

For some athletes, the offseason is a break from their sport and a time to focus on school and family. For others, it means opportunities to train, develop their game and set themselves up for success...

From personal information and test scores to online behavior patterns, schools can amass an unprecedented amount of information. However, this increase in available information comes at a price: hostile parties are gaining more user information than ever.

Currency in the digital age: Navigating the maze of student data protection

By Sofia Lazarus October 14, 2023

In the current digital age, where chalk dust mingles with pixels, classrooms across the nation are experiencing a profound transformation. From personal information and test scores to online behavior patterns,...

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