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

Rohin Dahiya, Photo Assistant

Grade 11

Why did you join the Black and White?

My sister did Black and White and said it was an amazing experience. In addition, I love photography and would love to share some of my stories with the school.

If you could see one movie for the first time again, what would it be?

Home Alone

All content by Rohin Dahiya
Four years, two field closures and one infill replacement later, athletes remain worried that the turf poses a danger to their safety and their athletic careers.

[Photo] For athletes, new turf infill means old problems

By Asa Ostrow
March 24, 2023
FIRST referees inspect a robot for damage after the end of a match.

[Photo] Whitman hosts FRC district competition, robotics team places 12th

By Jacob Cowan
March 13, 2023
Two students allegedly joked about using challah to lure Jewish people — including specific Debate team members — to the secluded Andaman Islands and burn them at the stake.

[Photo] “It’s getting closer and closer”: Debate team takes stock after students’ antisemitic comments on club trip

By Dani Klein
February 7, 2023
“[Tonight] we are sending a signal and message that we will not stand for hate,” Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson said at the event. “We will not allow these symbols of hate to speak for who we are.”

[Photo] “We will not stand for hate”: Whitman community unites against antisemitism at menorah lighting

By Darby Infeld
December 20, 2022
Andrew Sonnabend teaching the new Political Behavior and Psychology Course

[Photo] "Our courses look into what students are interested in talking about": Students explore new course offerings

December 1, 2022
The National Cherry Blossom Festival (NCBF) selected Whitman as one of five local educational institutions to participate in its Neighborhood Tree Planting Program.

[Photo] Photo of the Day, Wednesday, Nov. 16: students and staff welcome Japanese embassy representatives for cherry tree planting ceremony

By Alessia Pedrazzini
November 16, 2022
As the Supreme Court threatens to turn a 50-year-old precedent into a distant memory, how do we teach future generations about decades of progress towards protecting reproductive rights in this nation? 

[Photo] Roe is gone. How can we help future generations?

By Eliana Joftus
June 29, 2022
Paraders celebrate atop a large bus filled with pride decor.

Thousands fill D.C. streets to celebrate at Pride Parade

By Rohin Dahiya
June 19, 2022
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[Photo] A sea of flags

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Pink wave

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Infectious happiness

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Corporate support

June 20, 2022
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[Photo] Demonstrators only

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Local restaurants celebrate

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Packed streets

June 19, 2022
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[Photo] Whitman students show support

June 19, 2022
Junior Powderpuff team celebrating their win in the football game.

Photo of the Day, May 18: Upperclassmen compete in Powderpuff football game

By Rohin Dahiya
May 18, 2022
Two protesters stand in the rain, wearing jackets inscribed with the names “Roe” and “Wade” to show their support for the court’s landmark 1973 decision.

“Protect Roe v. Wade”: protesters gather on the Supreme Court plaza

By Rohin Dahiya
May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Lone ranger

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Men rally in support

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] "OK THEN GO ADOPT"

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Gated off

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Protesters from around the nation

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Powerful speeches

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Lost faith

May 9, 2022
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[Photo] Rain or shine

May 9, 2022
Tyler Herman is Whitman Drama's new director. Herman's experience in theater goes back to his childhood.

[Photo] A new act for Whitman Drama: Tyler Herman commands the stage as director

April 4, 2022
CCIC Director Anne Hutchens retired after almost a decade of helping seniors develop post-graduation plans.

[Photo] “It’s just time”: CCIC Director Anne Hutchens retires after nine years at Whitman

By Stephanie Solomon
January 31, 2022
A thin layer of ice and sleet covered the parking lot at Walt Whitman High School on Monday.

[Photo] Snow days mark first since return to in-person learning

By Sonya Rashkovan
January 5, 2022
Junior Jack Mandell’s previous school year over Zoom helped him recognize that socialization makes a significant difference in enriching his academic experience. Mandell is proud to be a member of the Whitman Drumline, and he has cherished his regained ability to spread his love for music and school spirit around the school. Mandell’s favorite part of this school year, however, has been pursuing knowledge, which he feels he wasn’t able to do as efficiently online.  “Last year, I made some unfortunate decisions while in class or after school involving my phone when I should have been paying attention,” Mandell said. “Being in school helps me stay attentive. I’m learning faster and that’s what school’s about: learning.” 

[Photo] “This is what school is about”: Community reflects on significance of in-person learning

By Simone Meyer
December 17, 2021
Women's Studies teacher Linda Leslie introduces a research project to her class. Women's Studies is one of the five classes offered as part of the Leadership Academy for Social Justice.

[Photo] Administrators launch Leadership Academy for Social Justice

By Zach Poe
October 19, 2021
The number of available parking spots for students has dramatically increased this year.

[Photo] Number of student parking spots spikes

By Samantha Wang
September 14, 2021
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