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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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Students demonstrate in national walkout

Sam Falb, Senior News Editor
March 16, 2018
Students head back into the building after a 17 minute walkout meant to honor each victim of the Parkland tragedy on its one month anniversary. Some chose to demonstrate their views on the event through a mass protest in DC, MCPS students mobilizing with posters and slogans in front of the US Capitol Building. Photo by Beatriz Olivares.

Students take part in walkouts nationwide

Sam Falb, Senior News Editor
March 14, 2018
WJ students Kaleigh Young, Kate Rarey and Amina Hossain stand on the National Mall protesting in favor of gun control. Hundreds of MCPS students traveled to the protest from around the region to express their frustrations. Photo by Matt Garfinkel.

WJ students participate in school walkout

Matt Garfinkel, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 5, 2018
In light of heavy stress that high school students often experience, WJHS Principal Jennifer Baker is sponsoring a mental health event to grant students a much-needed break. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

WJ takes steps towards improving mental health

Sam Falb, Senior News Editor
March 1, 2018
MCPS Superintendent Jack Smith opened his office to student media representatives from county middle and high schools earlier this month. Topics discussed included sexual harassment allegations and the annual budget. Photo courtesy pf Wikimedia Commons.

Superintendent hosts student media reps

Sam Falb, Senior News Editor
February 23, 2018
Mont Tremblant twinkles in the sunlight on a bright, winter day. WJ students traveled to the mountain-side town rto partake in three days of skiing and snowboarding among their peers. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Upperclassmen embark on ski trip

Sam Falb, News Editor
February 1, 2018
Health student Ilana Maiman showcases the ins and outs of hallucinogens at Thursday’s Health Fair. Students across health classes worked for weeks leading up to the event, preparing gripping presentations about various issues that will affect students as they move through the different stages of life. Photo by Sam Falb.

Health Fair educates with unique strategies

Sam Falb
January 18, 2018

People around the school: Second Edition

Jack Linde, Photography
October 23, 2017
It All Matters club hosts supply drive

“It All Matters” club hosts supply drive

Sam Falb, Senior News Editor
October 5, 2017
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