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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

The Pitch
Geetanjali Raju

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor

Senior Geetanjali Raju is excited to participate in her first year with the pitch as a Online News Editor. In her free time, Geetanjali being active, and going out with friends.

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Since the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge in late March, federal law enforcement has began investigating what preceded the event. In a statement to CBS News, a spokesperson for the FBI said, [The] FBI is present aboard the cargo ship Dali conducting court authorized law enforcement activity. There is no other public information available and we will have no further comment. (Courtesy Isaac Smay via Flickr)

Navigating the aftermath of the Baltimore Bridge collapse

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
April 20, 2024
Attendees listen to a guest speaker talk about their experience in journalism, a wide and diverse field. J day is helpful in showing that journalism is not one specific thing. There are a million different components that make up journalism, and what it means to be a journalist, 2023 graduate Jona Jancewicz said.

WJ journalists set to shine at annual J-Day conference

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
March 21, 2024
Photographer Mac Cosgrove-Davies teaches AP Photo students historical photographic processes like wet plate collodion (or tintype) photography. It changed the way we look at history, and remember events, Davies said.

[Photo] Photos of the week: 3/4-3/8

March 8, 2024
The school campus looked dramatically different from what is is today. Grassy fields and open spaces where students used to hang out have been turned into parking lots and athletic spaces.

WJ through the decades: Then, now and always

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
March 8, 2024
Recent complaints about students without permits parking in the student lot has reached an all time high. Administration and security have been cracking down on this, with increased punishments, threats of towing, and enhanced monitoring of the lot.

[Photo] Photos of the week: 2/5-2/9

February 9, 2024
Science Olympiad - Neb Mammo

Academic All-Stars: Students shine in club competition

Elli Karistinou, Sara Elster, Abby Kee, Geetanjali Raju and Maya Panicker
February 2, 2024
Small Things Matter led a crafting for charities party, including bead making, card-making and knitting.

Students volunteer for MLK day

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
January 26, 2024
Students by day, musical stars by night: Meet WJ’s student bands

Students by day, musical stars by night: Meet WJ’s student bands

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
December 15, 2023
Members of the Hispanic/Latin Heritage Club, Pasion Latino, Fashion Club and Tech Crew joined to host the Hispanic/Latin Cultural Assembly on Friday, Nov. 17.

Photo Gallery: The Hispanic Assembly

Geetanjali Raju and Seyun Park
December 5, 2023
Junior Julin Marcelino-White serves food to a senior citizen at the schools 45th senior citizen luncheon. It was really nice to be able to host this event. Its a great gesture by the school, Key Club vice president Maya Zutsi said.

Annual Senior Citizen Luncheon returns from hiatus

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
December 5, 2023
Administration and staff pose with handmade wellness signs. Were so excited about everyone who participated or stopped by. We hope these activities brought a little bit of positivity to your day, Youth Development Specialist Payton Belisle said.

Mind over matter: WJ celebrates mental health

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
November 6, 2023
WJ Baby celebrates the Wildcat win over the Paintbranch Panthers. Its a great tradition; its unique, its funny, I hope that we carry it on, senior Anthony Levri said.

WJ Baby’s comeback: an inside look

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
October 20, 2023
Even after getting their parking permits, students are still struggling to find a spot in the lot. Many are in favor of assigned spots, which could make the process more convenient and fun. “I think we should each have our own allotted spot, and decorate them,” senior Sylvie Bergoffen said.

Assigned parking spots make sense

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
September 14, 2023
The fair served as a reminder of our uniqueness and creativity. “I want people to know that STEM encompasses so much, and whatever position you find yourself in, there’s so much to explore!” STEM4all treasurer Jeffery Tan said.

Exploring boundless possibilities: a recap of the WJ STEM4all STEM Fair

Geetanjali Raju, Online News Editor
June 16, 2023
Point/Counterpoint: Should WJ adopt more open note quizzes?

Point/Counterpoint: Should WJ adopt more open note quizzes?

Geetanjali Raju and Guilherme Bonzi
February 26, 2023
Ella Berton performs the Gamzatti variation from “La Bayadère” Ballet. Berton has been recognized for her skills by the American Ballet Theatre, one of the leading ballet companies in the world.

Spinning into stardom: meet dance prodigy Ella Berton

Geetanjali Raju, Special to the Pitch
February 24, 2023
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