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The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

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Williams garnered one of the top recruiting classes in the country, relying heavily on the transfer portal to maximize the Terps’ opportunity for a turnaround season.
Could UMD’s Crab Five stage a return?
By Srfal Yohannes • June 9, 2026
After a long-awaited draft lottery, the hometown Washington Wizards are officially on the clock with the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23.
The 2026 NBA Draft: 3 underrated & 3 overrated prospects
June 7, 2026
Historically, the U.S. has not been a dominant power in international soccer; its best finish in the World Cup happened more than 90 years ago, in 1930.
2026 World Cup: What to expect from the USMNT
June 6, 2026
Opinion
The Peaky Blinders are back in “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,” this time on the silver screen. The enigmatic Cillian Murphy returns for the final time as Tommy Shelby, a role he has played for over 12 years in “Peaky Blinders,” a show following a real-life Birmingham gang after World War I. The film takes place after the events of the show, occurring in the middle of World War II. 
Encore: The Peaky Blinders are Back in ‘The Immortal Man’
By Sidney Ostrow • May 8, 2026
While protecting public land is the utmost priority, bringing back interpretation to the public both protects and preserves the land for generations to come.
Pressure on parks: how prioritizing nature protects American culture
April 21, 2026
Puritans believed that virtue could be observed in everyday behaviors, including work habits, home management and public appearance — even modesty in dress or speech was considered evidence of character. Puritan culture demanded discipline, frugality and attention to detail in both private and public life.
Modern Puritanism: How everyday life became a moral test
April 20, 2026
Set in Regency-era London, “Bridgerton” follows the romances, rivalries and scandals of the prestigious Bridgerton family as they navigate the “ton,” the city’s tightly controlled world of high society. Each season focuses on a different sibling’s search for love.
Beyond the ballrooms: “Bridgerton” season 4 redefines the ton
April 14, 2026
The Black & White's open letter to the Board of Education: Our stories are not yours to edit
The Black & White’s open letter to the Board of Education: Our stories are not yours to edit
By Seva Gandhi, Annabel Taylor, Eden Gilmore, John John Magruder, Juliet Turatti, Annie Mershon, and Kaitlyn Garrett • June 12, 2026
Student journalists across the county demand a free press
Student journalists across the county demand a free press
June 12, 2026
Now, the Commanders and Ravens look to flip their season around by drafting young prospects to get a shot at a Super Bowl win.
The Black & White’s 2026 Ravens and Commanders draft review
June 11, 2026
Romera said she anticipates the freedom from the school year’s schedule, though she expects to miss the students and Whitman culture.
Ana Maria Martin Romera retires after 10 years at Whitman
June 10, 2026
Feature
Over time, Beach built strong connections with students, making an impact that extends far past academics. As she prepares to leave, many in the community say she will leave a lasting impression on Whitman’s French program.
French teacher Michèle Beach retires after 14 years at Whitman
By Madison Jeon • June 10, 2026

The bell barely finishes ringing before the sounds of students conversing in French fill the classroom. Backpacks hit the floor and students take their seats as the chatter...

Universities have various reasons for expanding their admissions to offer international programs. Some schools, like Northeastern University, affirm that studying abroad provides students with an enriching first-semester experience while also earning them college credit.
The rise of acceptances to first-year abroad college programs
June 7, 2026
News
The project was initially scheduled for summer 2024, but due to continuous permit delays, it was pushed back by one year.
Access road construction impacts spring sports
By Georgia Levy • May 29, 2026
According to officials from WSSC Water, a water service commission in the D.C. area, the pipe was 10 feet underground and installed in 2018, making it fairly new. Engineers are still investigating what caused the rupture.
Water main break floods Bradley Boulevard
May 21, 2026
After Instructure didn’t respond to the cyberattackers, the group modified Canvas’s login page on May 7 to display a message demanding a settlement by May 12 or risk the release of user data. Individually affected schools could also privately contact the group to negotiate.
A closer look at the cyberattack that hit Canvas
May 19, 2026
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November 14, 2024