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
Rebecca Waldman

Rebecca Waldman, Online Managing Editor

Grade 12

Why did you join The B&W?

I wanted to report on the issues that impact our community and write stories that make a difference.

If you were a bagel, what would you be?

Asiago

All content by Rebecca Waldman
Whitman Principal Robert Dodd announced Whitman’s immediate evacuation on the loudspeaker during lunch. Students and staff promptly exited the building, walking outside into the parking lot towards Whittier Boulevard.

Bomb threat prompts evacuation of Walt Whitman High School

By Nikhita Dass and Rebecca Waldman
May 17, 2024
Movies are an entertaining way to reinforce history knowledge, and for many, an easier way to absorb information.

[Photo] The best movies to watch to study for your AP history exam

By Fiona Graham
May 9, 2024
The Save Ukraine team and the five teenagers they rescued from Russia speak at the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance in Washington, D.C..

“Russia not only destroys our houses, but also our families”: A Q&A with Ukraine’s abducted children

By Rebecca Waldman, Charlie Martin, Colette Yehl, and Dresden Benke
April 9, 2024
Regardless of final exams, grade-weighing policies and testing requirements in MCPS create educational environments overly focused on assessment.

MCPS grading regulations impair student performance

By Rebecca Waldman
April 9, 2024
The report, which MCPS officials released to the public nine months after its completion, concluded that virtual instruction in the Academy may result in worse academic outcomes than in-person learning, particularly for younger students.

Recently released report raises questions about effectiveness of MCPS virtual academy

By Rebecca Waldman
February 19, 2024
The new rule, to go into effect in the second semester in MCPS, allows teachers to give students zeros for missing work provided that they contact the student’s guardians.

Change to guidelines of 50 percent rule marks shift in MCPS grading trends

By Rebecca Waldman
January 25, 2024
Whitman’s proficiency rates in reading and science stand at 91% and 77%, respectively, exceeding the state averages of 50% for reading and 40% for science.

New MCPS data highlights continuing disparities among high schools

By Nikhita Dass and Rebecca Waldman
December 26, 2023
This year, administrators decided to revert back to the pre-pandemic tradition of a ceremony at DAR Constitution Hall. In addition to the location change, the ceremony will be held at 2:30 p.m. rather than in the morning.

Graduation to be held at DAR Constitution Hall for first time since COVID-19 pandemic

By Rebecca Waldman
December 12, 2023
The program included a discussion on the current state of democracy and steps that individuals can take to help uphold democratic ideals, both locally and globally.

Jamie Raskin, other officials discuss the future of democracy at local synagogue

By Rebecca Waldman
December 11, 2023
In the days following Ward's announcement, some students with personal computers have struggled to access consistent Wi-Fi, and others’ phones have been unable to reliably connect.

Network changes cause problems with Wi-Fi connection

By Rebecca Waldman
November 30, 2023
Students from MCPS’ Summer RISE program participate in their internship at the Glenstone Museum.

The Summer RISE program introduces students to career paths

By Rebecca Waldman
October 3, 2023
Throughout middle school, I constantly worried about the morality behind my actions and how God would feel about them. Anxiety was the sole basis of my religion; I didn’t pray because I wanted to but out of fear.

Learning to follow Judaism out of love, not fear

By Rebecca Waldman
May 29, 2023
Florida’s 'Don’t Say Gay' bill is not just wrong — it’s dangerous

Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill is not just wrong — it’s dangerous

By Rebecca Waldman
May 13, 2023
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