The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch
The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch
The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch
Rachael Wolfson

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief

Rachael Wolfson is currently a senior and this is her third year on The Pitch. During her first two years, Rachael was a Print Opinion Editor and now she is a Print Editor-in-Chief. In addition to The Pitch, Rachael runs on the cross country and track team. She's also the Co-Founder and Co-President of The WJ Gilmore Girls Club. Her two older brothers (Thomas '20 and Alexander '22) also served as Print Editors-in-Chief when they were Wildcats/Madcows (take your pick). Rachael is looking forward to ending the Wolfson Dynasty (2017-2024) on a high note!! 

All content by Rachael Wolfson
AP U.S. History teacher Katherine Simmons begins her class. Teachers are very dedicated to their professions and have a significant impact on students lives.

Teachers deserve our gratitude and higher pay

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2024

A Gilmore Girls Parody with a WJ Twist

Seyun Park, Rachael Wolfson and Torben Mucchetti
April 1, 2024
Two Pitch Hall of Famers, Alexander Wolfson (left) and Thomas Wolfson (right), are coming out of retirement with plans to take over the staff.

Pitch alumni demand they be given their positions back

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2024
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[Photo] Wendy Borrelli – Class of 1994

March 9, 2024
Then vs. Now

Then vs. Now

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-chief
March 9, 2024
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[Photo] Jeremy Butler – Class of 1999

March 9, 2024
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[Photo] Laura Drummey – Class of 2006

March 9, 2024
AP Literature teachers Melanie MacFadden and Adam Zeitlin go back a long way. MacFadden taught Zeitlin AP Literature at WJ in his senior year (2012-2013). Now teaching alongside each other, the two have become good friends.

From student to colleague: Zeitlin joins MacFadden to teach great books

Sophie Linkie and Rachael Wolfson 
March 8, 2024
Point/Counterpoint: Virtual snow days

Point/Counterpoint: Virtual snow days

Rachael Wolfson  and Joshua Singer
February 1, 2024
The girls WJ Crew team celebrates after racing in one of the biggest regattas, The Head of the Charles. WJ Crew enjoyed the film, The Boys in the Boat, believing it was an inspirational film that realistically captured the sport of rowing.

WJ Crew reacts to “The Boys in the Boat”

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2024
Principal Jennifer Baker and new Acting Principal Nicole Morgan share a long, sentimental hug. I am grateful to Mrs. Baker for mentoring, coaching and allowing me to lead this school community, Morgan said.

Principal Jennifer Baker celebrates retirement with schoolwide clap out

Allison Xu and Rachael Wolfson 
December 18, 2023
The case for handwritten assignments

The case for handwritten assignments

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2023
The class of 2022 lines up on the football field for graduation. The location of graduation for the class of 2024 has not been decided yet.

Graduation should be held at Walter Johnson

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2023
Senior Paulina Horowitz reads Othello in Melanie MacFaddens sixth period AP Literature class. There are parallels to the tragedys theme and our society.

What we can learn from Shakespeare about social media

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2023

Girls’ distance dominates Track and Field State Championships

Rachael Wolfson , Print Opinion Editor
May 27, 2023
Timothy Rodman pictured with some of his fourth period AP Government students. WJ’s U.S. government and history classes prepare students well to become educated citizens, actively participating in politics.

Government and history: it’s more than the AP exam

Rachael Wolfson, Print Editor-In-Chief
May 24, 2023
This is a sketch made of Woodward High School by MCPS. Woodward was unexpectedly finished abruptly, leading MCPS to order 500 WJ students and teachers to leave and go to Woodward, starting in the fourth quarter.

Woodward High School abruptly opens: 500 Students and staff are picked to immediately leave

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
March 30, 2023
Seniors John Grossman (left) and Sebastian Lee (right) play their instruments during lunch. Theyre very dedicated to WJ music and are hoping to pursue music in college.

Honoring WJ’s talented music students

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
March 27, 2023
On Nov. 14, the Trolley Trail in Bethesda was vandalized with graffiti, depicting people being hung with the words , NO MERCY FOR jEWS. This is one of many antisemitic acts that have happened in Montgomery County over the last couple of months.

Social media fuels antisemitism in MCPS

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
February 26, 2023
Ira struts his stuff on a walk. He was such a cheerful dog who always made me smile.

For my special Valentine, Ira

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
February 14, 2023
We need to bring Drivers Ed back to MCPS

We need to bring Driver’s Ed back to MCPS

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
January 24, 2023
One of the projects in Foundations of Technology that students especially enjoy is building their own car. The cars pictured here were built by my three older siblings who all took the class.

Foundations of Technology teaches life long skills

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
December 13, 2022
Kelyn Soong interviews Olympic gold medal gymnast Dominique Dawes. Soong graduated from WJ in 2005. He is currently a Wellness Reporter at The Washington Post.

From WJ to the WAPO: Kelyn Soong shares his career journey

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
October 27, 2022
Top Gun: Maverick became a big summer blockbuster hit, making $1.355 billion dollars in the box office. The film was ready for release in 2020, but it was put on hold due to Covid-19. The two years were worth the wait. Top Gun: Maverick brought back the magic to the big screen that many of us had been missing.

Top Gun: Maverick: Rediscovering the experience of the big screen

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
September 16, 2022
Today is the 78th anniversary of D-Day. 78 years ago American soldiers and allied powers stormed the beaches of Normandy, France and attacked Nazi, Germany that occupied the land. D-Day is a very important day in American history, as it was the day in which Nazi, Germany was defeated.

Remembering D-Day

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
June 6, 2022
History of WJs phone policy: What happened?

History of WJ’s phone policy: What happened?

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
May 20, 2022
WJ should have a study hall period everyday

WJ should have a study hall period everyday

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
April 6, 2022
Too much screen time is bad for our mental health

Too much screen time is bad for our mental health

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
April 3, 2022
WJ Swim and Dive show team spirit at a meet against Wootton. The swim team along with other winter sports at WJ were very lucky to have a whole season this year.

Seniors grateful MCPS kept winter season open

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
February 14, 2022
Novak Djokovic, the 20-time grand slam winner will not be playing in the Australian Open this year. After refusing to get a Covid vaccination, the Australian government deported him.

“Novax” Djokovic deported from Australia after refusing to get vaccine

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
January 17, 2022
The Wolfson siblings stand next to Walter Johnsons gravestone. It was a meaningful experience that all WJ students should try to have.

Remembering Walter Johnson

Alex Wolfson and Rachael Wolfson 
December 23, 2021
This statue remembering John Winthrop lays in New London, Connecticut. Winthrop was the Puritan Governor. He is most known for his city upon a hill speech.

The Significance of Thanksgiving

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
November 24, 2021
George Orwells 1984 is still relevant today

George Orwell’s 1984 is still relevant today

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
November 15, 2021
There are so many great bakeries in Bethesda. It was close between Levain, Paul, Le Pain Quotidien and Sunday Morning Bakehouse to see which one of them had the best chocolate chip cookie.

Which Bethesda Bakery has the best chocolate chip cookie?

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
November 10, 2021
MAP testing was recently taken by underclassmen to measure students academic level. But at this point, in high school, what can students really infer from the MAP test scores?

Is MAP testing useful for highschoolers?

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
October 15, 2021
English teacher Jenelle Ryan leads her classroom behind a mask. Its been a challenge this year, but Ryan has enjoyed being back in the classroom with her students.

Teachers restore connection

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
September 23, 2021
One year during the Fred Juvenile Handicap Hurdle race, Jockey Ruby Walsh’s horse, Voix Du Reve (right) fell. Jockey Berry Geraghty’s horse, Campeador (left), also fell during this race.

The truth of professional horse racing

Rachael Wolfson, Print Opinion Editor
June 15, 2021
MCPS recently announced the cancellation of all winter sports, including those that require minimal contact like winter track.

MCPS shouldn’t have canceled winter track

Rachael Wolfson, Special to The Pitch
February 16, 2021
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