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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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The Democracy Bl. + Davis Library Metrobus stop now features the sign for the M70. WMATA has changed the signage for stops across the region as they are now 16 days away from igniting the program.

Metrobus to initiate Better Bus Network starting June 29

William Murphy, Print Sports Editor
Jun 16, 2025
From left to right, Farhad Sharifai, coach Guido Zucconi, Jakob Lindsey and Javier Diaz celebrate their commitments to playing Division III soccer at their respective colleges during the Senior Signing Ceremony on May 22. Zucconi is extremely proud of the trio and not only the work they have done on the field for WJ but also how they have matured off it. “Coaching them has been great,” Zucconi said. “I've never had a problem with them, and just like any family, we've had our fights, but it's always been super mature. I'm really impressed by how three young men have taken coaching, instructions and stood up for themselves when needed. We've always found a way to come together at the end, even if we were frustrated with each other.” (Courtesy @wjboyssoccer via Instagram)

Varsity soccer trio commit to D3 colleges

Toby Magary, Print Sports Editor
Jun 13, 2025
The map of the soon-to-be purple line. The line will connect downtown Bethesda with New Carrollton Station, with stops at College Park and Silver Spring.

The Purple Line controversy continues

Bea Roberts, Online Editor-in-Chief
Jun 13, 2025
A senior holds her diploma in the air after the two-and-a-half-hour ceremony. This marks not only the end of a chapter, but the beginning of a new one after years of hard work and perseverance.

Photo Gallery: Graduation 2025

Ivan Duchkov and Karen Cedillo
Jun 13, 2025
Performers gather together cheerfully following the end of International Night. "I think International Night is special because it is the only event that's almost entirely run by ESOL students," Won said.

International Night 2025

Jonathan Bahat and Josh Hananel
Jun 13, 2025
Lead singer Melvin Garcia Fuentes of DC originated band LUUNA sings their original song, IDWGO (I don’t wanna grow old).

WJ students active in the DC music scene

Macie Redmond, Special to the Pitch
Jun 13, 2025
MCPS releases potential boundary options

MCPS releases potential boundary options

Kareena Panicker, Print News Editor
Jun 13, 2025
Hunter Parler effortlessly controls the ball in practice for his club, Lions Soccer. Parler aims to improve both his first touch and leadership on the field.

Athletes ramp up preparation for fall and winter sports

Josh Zelermyer, Print News Editor
Jun 12, 2025
Maryanna Donahue, Sonya Lewis and Kenneth Ong take attendance for their classes. Though the three substitute teachers come from very different walks of life, they all have found purpose and comfort in the walls of WJ. “The level of expertise among the teachers and student body is such that you’re constantly stimulated and I don’t feel negative about what I see everyday coming from the students. I actually feel energised,” Lewis said.

Substitute teachers sub their professions for teaching

Marie-Isabelle Nachega, Print Managing Editors
Jun 12, 2025
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