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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

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief

My name is Emily Speranza, and this is my third and final year on Pitch. I’m a super adventurous person and I love doing anything that gets my adrenaline going. In my free time I love binge-watching Netflix and learning new hobbies

All content by Emily Speranza
Many students have social media. Here are a few reasons to take a pause on the apps.

I´ve never had social media: Here´s why

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Jun 15, 2021

Sudoku #1 (easy)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Sudoku #2 (easy)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Sudoku #3 (moderate)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Sudoku #4 (moderate)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Sudoku #5 (hard)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Sudoku #6 (hard)

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Umm what?

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Quarantine Edition

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Picasso

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Crossword #1- Watermelon Frenzy

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Crossword #2- The Disney Madhouse

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021

Crossword #3- Collaborative Thinking

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Apr 1, 2021
The overwhelming truth of college rejections

The overwhelming truth of college rejections

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Mar 21, 2021
"I've chosen to stay true to myself": The unfortunate truth behind the political minority at WJ

“I’ve chosen to stay true to myself”: The unfortunate truth behind the political minority at WJ

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Mar 15, 2021
"Its the start of people realizing what really happens with minorities, with our legal system. This was the turning point of change for black people."

#TheMoment

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Mar 15, 2021
Sophomore Kiki Gazit -Rosenthal thanks Mr.Helgerman for all of his hard work this year.

(Ep.2) Kiki Gazit -Rosenthal thanks Mr. Helgerman

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Mar 14, 2021
Sophomore Leo Pahuja thanks Ms.Shu for all of her hard work this year.

(Ep.3) Leo Pahuja thanks Ms. Shu

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Mar 14, 2021
Senior Cooper Mahne thanks Ms.Borrelli for all of her hard work this year.

(Ep.1) Cooper Mahne thanks Ms. Borrelli

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-In-Chief
Mar 14, 2021
Junior Julia Garms had both strep and early signs of Covid-19 just a few days before New Years eve when her final results came back.

Resilience and recovery

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Mar 9, 2021
WJ continues with the discussion of equity in their last town hall

WJ continues with the discussion of equity in their last town hall

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Feb 2, 2021
The 2021 leadership class dress up in spirit of mullet day. The SGA and leadership adviser Melanie Schwed were all a part of the spirit day as well.

Leadership class overcomes virtual struggles

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Jan 7, 2021
WJ Principal Jennifer Baker talks about future opportunities that could help students manage stress and have a lighter workload.

WJ held its second town hall

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Dec 18, 2020
Students play a "Would you rather" activity before starting the lesson plans for the day.

Child development cruises through the virtual school year

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Nov 12, 2020
Sierra-Cabrera looks at Pennsylvania State University's test-optional policy in hopes to receive a holistic admissions review. Penn State is one of many universities in the U.S. with this policy.

Covid-19 pushes colleges to go test-optional

Emily Speranza, Online Editor-in-Chief
Oct 5, 2020
Health and hygiene have been so important during this weird time. hand washing is one of the most important steps to take in staying as healthy as possible.

How to stay coronavirus free

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Jun 8, 2020
The whole world is feeling the tiring effects of self-quarantine and with summer vacation coming up, nearly all vacations have been put on a hold. Spending the days by doing productive activities like painting or reading can help reduce these stressful times.

50 random things to do during quarantine

Emily Speranza, News Editor
May 14, 2020
Project Interrupt will be implemented in the next few months, to address increase of hate and bias acts across the county. Community members will get together frequently to discuss any new ideas.

MCPS addresses hate and bias

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Feb 26, 2020
With the recent end of season one of The Mandalorian, many fans are excited to see the development of the sequel story with season two coming out this year.

The Mandalorian takes WJ by storm

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Jan 19, 2020
Many students at WJ take the school bus daily which means that the school bus tracking app set in the budget proposal will be used many parents and students. The app is set to be finished within the next 12 years.

Funds for an MCPS school bus tracking app set in budget proposal

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Jan 18, 2020
Junior Kai Svenson looks out the window on an MCPS bus. Over the next few years, seatbelts will be added in either the lap or shoulder position.

Seatbelts set to be implemented on MCPS buses

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Dec 7, 2019
Montgomery County will continue to provide free vaccination services until all of the remaining students receive their requirements.

Students worried by lack of vaccination requirements

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Nov 3, 2019
Howard County - Montgomery County's neighbor - is voting on a major redistricting proposal in November. If the proposal passes, potentially thousands of students would switch schools. The redistricting effort is aimed to balance out poverty and inequity in Howard County.

Hundreds of Howard County students protest redistricting plan

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Oct 11, 2019
Junior Saoirse Tolbert checks up on her grades on the MCPS Portal website. Since the 50 percent rule will remain in place, all grades that students receive as a zero, will be shown as a 50 percent on MCPS Portal.

Churchill removes new, controversial ‘No-Zero’ policy after first week

Emily Speranza, News Editor
Sep 27, 2019
Forth of July fireworks displayed at Washington Monument.

Fun activities for Fourth of July

Emily Speranza, Staff writer
Jun 13, 2019
Avengers: Endgame will shock, excite audiences

Avengers: Endgame will shock, excite audiences

Emily Speranza, Staff Writer
Apr 15, 2019
WJ alum writes organ donor bill

WJ alum writes organ donor bill

Emily Speranza, Staff Writer
Mar 12, 2019
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