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
A security guard checks students IDs at the athletic circle entrance on Friday, Nov. 3. Students often quickly flash their IDs to get in, meaning anyone with a backpack and a green ID would likely be let in by security. Students who forget their ID also find it easy to sneak back into school, meaning people who dont belong in the school wouldnt have difficulty sneaking in either.

WJ needs to improve school security for students’ safety

Sara Elster, Print News Editor
November 16, 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
Should workload be lightened in the fourth quarter?

Should workload be lightened in the fourth quarter?

Jordan Silverstien, Special to the Pitch
June 16, 2023
After many months of drowning in school work, summer break is the vital time for students to unwind doing the things they love. The anticipation of going to the beach, making a summer bucket list and lounging by the pool is overwhelming.

How to live your best life in summer

Suzanne Hancock, Staff Writer
June 15, 2023
Exchange students from all over the world have the flag of their country at the mid-year orientation of an exchange program calls AFS. Students shared their thought about their experiences and their own cultures.

Studying abroad yields equally exciting experiences

Rio Kato , Staff Writer
June 15, 2023
Bethany Beach, pictured above, is the most popular location for beach week. Some students choose to go to other beaches or locations instead.

Students deserve independence during beach week

Ada Hillman, Online Managing Editor
June 14, 2023
The WJ boys basketball team maximizes its offseason time by participating in various local leagues, and holding weekly workouts. The general consensus is that playing on the summer league team gives players an advantage come December when the real season starts.

What I have learned from summer league basketball

Ben Kim, Senior Opinion Editor
June 14, 2023
Reading is a peaceful way to spend your time during the summer and works great with the crashing waves of the beach. Falling into the deep description of the book is a great summer distraction.

Refresh your love of reading this summer

Keira Poersch, Online Feature Editor
June 14, 2023
One of the many beautiful sights on the whale watching tour in Boston. The whales come right to the boat to splash around in the water and say “Hello” to the crowds marveling at the sights.

Travel guide for teens along the east coast

Becca Freda, Staff Writer
June 14, 2023
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