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Lizzie Kotlove

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E Editor

Lizzie is a Print Arts and Entertainment editor for the Pitch this year. This is her second year on the Pitch and in her free time, she likes cheerleading and being with her friends.
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Spring Sports Previews

Seyun Park, Anna Zucconi, Joshua Singer, Lily Tapparo, Hillevi Schine, Mateus Bouquet, Jeremy Silberglied, Elizabeth Finn, Cecilia Saltzman, Michelle Kim and Mackenzie Norris
Mar 20, 2024
Lizzie Kotlove's senior reflection

Lizzie Kotlove’s senior reflection

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
May 24, 2023
The promotional photo for "Outer Banks" season three. It features multiple scenes in the new season, including the whole "Pogue" friend group, John B and Sarah's romance and more.

Outer Banks season three: was it worth the hype?

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Mar 27, 2023
This is an example of a pass given out to students once sent to main office after being tardy to either 1st or 5th period. Students have to go to the office just to return to class to be marked Tardy Unexcused (TU) by teachers, raising lots of frustration on whether that is an effective use of time.

New Tardy Policies cause frustration among students

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Mar 3, 2023
Should grades be bumped?

Should grades be bumped?

Baxter Roberts and Lizzie Kotlove
Feb 24, 2023
Senior friends Aurelie Baroody and Chloe Fagan enjoy skiing on the slopes in Quebec, Canada. "I had so much fun skiing even though I'm not an advanced skier. I think this trip was good for all levels of skiers," Baroody said.

Canada Ski trip fun returns after Covid

Lizzie Kotlove and Alessandro Marra
Feb 8, 2023
Senior designated hitter Hadley Brown helps students in Mr. Lorenzi's astronomy class every day. "I really enjoy getting to make students and Mr. Lorenzi's life easier," Brown said.

Designated Hitters dedicate class periods to helping teachers, students

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Nov 9, 2022
A colored pencil still life drawing

Artist of the issue: Cooper O’Hair

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Oct 25, 2022
Freshman Evie Avillo takes on two Blair players as she moves down the field with the ball, showing off her great footwork. Avillo's love for the game started since she got to dress up as a soccer player in a spirit day at school at a very young age.

Freshmen take on varsity sports

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Sep 16, 2022
The Junior Classes' powderpuff team went against the senior girls in a flag football game. Junior Rita Bousadi enjoyed playing this year, but is excited to be able to be a senior during powderpuff next year. "Powderpuff was super fun, but I'm so excited for events next year when class of 2023 can shine," Bousadi said.

What juniors are looking forward to senior year?

Lizzie Kotlove, Print A&E editor
Jun 13, 2022
Junior Ava Franke is shown flying at her All-Star cheer practice. She is pulling a heel stretch at the extension level, which is a very difficult skill to conquer in the air. "Flying is super scary, but it is also the best feeling ever," Franke said.

All-Star Cheerleader Ava Franke flips into success

Lizzie Kotlove, Staff Writer
Apr 4, 2022
Health teacher Lorraine Goldstein attempts to get students involved with games like the 'hot seat,' in which every Friday, one person is asked questions by the rest of the class. "It's paramount with what we have going on in our world to focus on mental health, specifically since so many are trying to cope with a new normal since the pandemic," Goldstein said.

Health class struggles to sufficiently educate on mental health

Lizzie Kotlove, Staff Writer
Apr 2, 2022
This photo includes many AP study resources for upcoming AP exams. Both flashcards and AP course books help students prepare for their AP exams.

The truth about AP exam season and how to prepare

Lizzie Kotlove, Staff Writer
Mar 22, 2022
Junior Jackie Ragheb poses in her bedroom to showcase her newly founded Y2K style. “I love dressing in low rise and pink, and I think the Y2K comeback is a great thing for the fashion industry,” Ragheb said.

Y2K fashion makes a comeback at WJ

Lizzie Kotlove, Staff Writer
Feb 18, 2022
Walter Johnson HS cheer reacts to "Cheer" on Netflix

Walter Johnson HS cheer reacts to “Cheer” on Netflix

Lizzie Kotlove, Staff Writer
Feb 9, 2022
Fitness Club Strives to Get Female Membership

Fitness Club Strives to Get Female Membership

Lizzie Kotlove, Special to the Pitch
Dec 1, 2021
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