The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch

The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch

Aya Hesham

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief

Aya Hesham is a senior at WJ and is excited to be spending her third year on Pitch as an Online Editor-in-Chief. Outside of writing for the Pitch, Aya enjoys watching documentaries and kayaking.

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Aya Heshams senior reflection

Aya Hesham’s senior reflection

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2022
On or off: is it really just me?

On or off: is it really just me?

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2022
Russian citizens are protesting against the actions of the government but are silenced by being arrested. Russian President Vladimir Putin is quickly taking control of the area.

Global tensions rise as Russia invades Ukraine

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2022
Love is how someone shows they care about you, whether its through physical touch, words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service or gifts. CJ Newman, 11

Up at bat: What does love mean to you?

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2022
Although Colleen Hoover is known for her contemporary romance books, her latest novel is a heart-wrenching and emotional story surrounded by the theme of forgiveness and family.

Reminders of Him book review

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2022
Students in the Law elective spent time following the trial in class and discussing it with their peers. Students have very different opinions about the verdict.

Law students react to the Kyle Rittenhouse trial

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2021
Whats going on in the world? (October 2021)

What’s going on in the world? (October 2021)

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2021
WJ students struggle with navigating the hallways and making it to class on time as the WJ student population increases.

Students frustrated with hallway traffic

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2021
After the leak of the Pandora Papers, lawmakers on Capitol Hill introduced a bill that would require trust companies and banks to investigate foreign clients.

WJ students react to the Pandora Papers scandal

Aya Hesham, Online Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2021
With seniors reuniting for the first time this year at the annual senior shed painting event, the senior party will be one of the last events where seniors will be reunited.

Preview: Aloha WJ seniors

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
May 14, 2021
Seniors participate in the yearly senior shed painting at WJ.

Life before and after

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
March 15, 2021
Black History Month is an annual celebration every February to spotlight the achievements of African Americans in history.

Influential black figures

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
February 28, 2021
Nolan was a beloved member of WJs class of 2018 and will be missed very much.

Former WJ student Martin Nolan killed

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
February 16, 2021
With presidential elections approaching, presidential nominees hold rallies to discuss issues and policies.

Presidential policies affecting WJ students

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
September 30, 2020
Students face several challenges at school on a daily basis such as dealing with bullies, stress and anxiety.

Why I prefer online school

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
May 21, 2020
Two students steal time to rekindle their romance. While this choice is favored by the couple, not all passer-bys appreciate the PDA.

Abundance of PDA disturbs the school environment

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
February 20, 2020
Construction workers discuss the nest step in replacing the turf. In the meantime, the stadium is closed off until the construction is finished. The construction  has caused many inconveniences for students, especially because it is closed off an entrance from Democracy Blvd.

New turf inconveniences students

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
February 20, 2020
This piece of art was inspired by a poem inspired by Nilsens zodiac sign, aries.

Ella Nilsen branches out with digital classes

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
January 18, 2020
Deaths from overdoses of prescription drugs have increased since the early 1990s mostly because of the increase of in misuse of prescription in opioid pain relieves.

Opioid related deaths decrease in Maryland

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
January 17, 2020
Ninth grade administrator Kimberly Leaman and head of security Pat Rooney discuss student consequences for fighting.

Increase in fights at WJ

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
December 11, 2019
Thousands of students from all over the D.C. Maryland and Virginia area protest gun violence in front of the Capitol.

WJ News Recap

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
December 11, 2019
This piece was inspired by the housing crisis in Iran. Those living outside of Tehran have a lack of basic resources.

Spotlight artist of the month

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
December 6, 2019
Semira Hill playing a bass outside the band practice room. Hill can play over half a dozen instruments ranging from the drums to the violin, and she is also a part of Madrigals, the highest level choir class WJ offers.

Spotlight artist of the Month: Semira Hill

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
November 5, 2019
HJI has annual 5K’s and and 1 mile runs to provide housing for families of Georgetown University Hospital pediatric cancer patients pursuing cell transplants at Duke University Medical Center.

WJ alum foundation hosts annual 5k

Aya Hesham, News Assistant Editor
October 25, 2019
Students use apps such as Google Classroom and Quizlet to help with assignments. The use of cell phones for  these kinds of purposes.

WJ teachers enforce stricter phone policy

Aya Hesham, Assistant News Editor
September 27, 2019
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