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 Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

Bryan Eng at the Jeff Awards in Chicago

“It’s like Whitman but on steroids”: Bryan Eng takes on Broadway

By Ava Faghani June 5, 2023

Bryan Eng unwillingly began his acting career in tears, begging his mother not to make him audition for his middle school’s musical. Brimming with dread as he scanned the script before the audition,...

Whether it be as a coach, department head or math teacher, Kuhn’s teaching has inspired many students to succeed inside and outside the classroom. After 28 years at Whitman, he will retire at the end of the 2022-2023 school year.

“An extraordinary teacher, coach and administrator”: James Kuhn retires after 28 years at Whitman

By Laura Gine-Vega June 5, 2023

Ever since his first day teaching at Whitman in 1995, James Kuhn has devoted every second of his career to educating. Both in the classroom and on the field, his encouraging smile and positive attitude...

Just this past planting season, Tree Montgomery planted over 3,800 trees, Forest Conservation Coordinator Laura Miller said.

Tree Montgomery: A free program bringing benefits to Montgomery County through shade trees

By Celia Noya June 1, 2023

Employees walk into a neighborhood home’s backyard, carefully transporting a small maple tree ready to be planted in the rich, nutrient-filled brown soil. The sun beams brightly as the sapling sits in...

The National Museum of African Art

Five culturally awakening D.C. museums

By Zhara Thomas May 31, 2023

While passing through the iconic National Mall, beautiful and intricate architecture overlooks each lingering passerby, mesmerizing them with both magnificence and American pride. Straight ahead, the Capitol’s...

Some residents are worried about developers chopping down mature trees, while others want to feel safe when walking in their neighborhood — even if it means the removal of local trees.

New Kenwood Park sidewalk project stirs up controversy

By Zhara Thomas May 27, 2023
Some residents are worried about developers chopping down mature trees, while others want to feel safe when walking in their neighborhood — even if it means the removal of local trees.
After 22 years of teaching math at Walt Whitman High School, Stebbins will retire at the end of the 2022-2023 school year. Throughout his tenure, he found immense joy working with Whitman students and held an incredible passion for math education. 

“Patient, caring, understanding”: Math teacher Michael Stebbins retires after 22 years at Whitman

By Colette Yehl May 26, 2023

The vibrant orange sun shines through the windows of the math hallway as Michael Stebbins makes his way to his classroom at the end of the hall. It’s a striking 6:15 in the morning, but the Honors Algebra...

Nearing its 50th anniversary, Dungeons & Dragons continues to impart valuable lessons and experiences to all that partake in its fantastical trials and quests.

Campaigns and controversies: D&D’s lasting legacy

By Dresden Benke May 25, 2023

At the bank of a tranquil, shimmering lake, a motley crew of dwarves, wizards and elves stand tall and mighty, weapons ready. As they plan their next course of action, a tentacle whips out from the center...

Committed athletes from the swim and dive team pose for a photo with team members at Signing Day.

Photo of the Day, May 23: Signing Day

By Abby Ikenson May 23, 2023

On May 23, Whitman students, families and coaches gathered in the gym to celebrate the 20 committed athletes from the graduating class, who are set to continue their sports at the collegiate level.  Signing...

Students and teachers listen to a performance at an open mic event in the courtyard during lunch.

Photo of the Day, May 23: Open mic courtyard event

By Zachary Jaffe May 23, 2023

On May 23, students and teachers listened to and performed at an open mic event in the courtyard during lunch. Whitman’s literary arts magazine, The Eidolon, sponsored the event. Teachers and students...

Whitman Dance Club members dance with children at the Small Things Matter event.

Whitman’s Dance Club: Giving back to the community

By Laura Gine-Vega May 22, 2023

The warm, radiant sun illuminates the corner of Laurel and Carroll Avenue as a bustling event takes place in Takoma Park. Adults sip fresh lemonade as they watch their children participate in the Small...

A group of performers rehearses two days before opening night in April 2022.

A community tradition: Bannockburn’s 67th Spring Show

By Celia Noya May 12, 2023

As the stage lights brighten, cheers and familiar smiling faces welcome the cast of Bannockburn’s Spring Show — the annual satirical production that has unified the Bannockburn community for 67 years....

A Venezuelan family stops at a refugee camp on their way to the U.S.

A dangerous journey to a better life: how a Venezuelan family trekked to D.C.

By Lucia Gutierrez and Grace Roddy May 12, 2023

Content Warning: This story contains language that pertains to sexual assault.  In 2022, a group of men from the Mexican cartel, equipped at the Texas border with guns and grenades, ambushed and kidnapped...

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