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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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Mia Halper

Mia Halper, Print Editor-in-Chief

Senior Mia Halper is excited for her fourth year with The Pitch as a Print Editor-in-Chief. Outside of The Pitch, Mia is part of STAGE, plays soccer, and is an avid Washington Capitals fan.

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Food for thought: FACS should be part of WJ’s curriculum

Food for thought: FACS should be part of WJ’s curriculum

Mia Halper, Print Editor-in-Chief
Dec 13, 2024
Everybody celebrates Halloween differently, and WJ students are no exception. From movies to Markoff's, students make Halloween their own. (Courtesy AglampetGruodje via Wikimedia Commons)

Halloween traditions through the years

Mia Halper, Print Editor-in-Chief
Oct 31, 2024

The Change-Up: Capitals Edition

Seyun Park and Mia Halper
Oct 11, 2024
The newest "Despicable Me" movie, "Despicable Me 4," was released this July. This film is the sixth installment in the series, which is composed of the "Despicable Me" movies and the "Minions" prequels. (Courtesy Goodfon)

The “Despicable Me” franchise, ranked

Mia Halper, Print Editor-in-Chief
Sep 16, 2024
(Courtesy Seattle Parks and Recreation)

Pickleball volleys into WJ this fall

Mia Halper, Print Editor-in-Chief
Jun 11, 2024
Olivia Rodrigo's deluxe album "GUTS (spilled)" was released this March, following the original acclaimed album "GUTS." The deluxe edition features five new tracks.

Olivia Rodrigo spills her “GUTS” again on deluxe edition of hit album

Mia Halper, Senior A&E Editor
Apr 26, 2024
On March 8, 2024, Ariana Grande made her comeback with her seventh studio album, “eternal sunshine.” The album earned Grande her sixth number one album on the Billboard 200 chart.

Ariana Grande stuns on “eternal sunshine”

Mia Halper, Senior A&E Editor
Apr 3, 2024
The Washington Capitals celebrate a decisive win against the Chicago Blackhawks, their first game following the trade deadline. The Capitals are 7-2-1 in their last 10 games.

Future uncertain for Capitals following trade deadline

Seyun Park and Mia Halper
Mar 11, 2024
"Mean Girls" is a musical adaptation based on the 2004 movie of the same name. The songs are taken from the Broadway musical, with cast member Reneé Rapp reprising her role of Regina George.

Musical adaptation of “Mean Girls” divides audiences

Mia Halper and Josh Hananel
Feb 2, 2024
The Grammy Awards, hosted annually, are regarded as the most major American music awards. This year's nominees are full of beloved and commercially acclaimed songs, albums and artists.

2024 Grammy nominations: Pitch editors reveal their picks for the four major categories

Mackenzie Norris and Mia Halper
Dec 21, 2023
The Capitals take warmups ahead of their Nov. 4 game agains the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Capitals won the game 2-1, one of the five games they have won this season.

10 games in, Capitals experience mixed results

Seyun Park and Mia Halper
Nov 7, 2023
Boygenius prove their genius once again on "the rest" EP

Boygenius prove their genius once again on “the rest” EP

Mia Halper, Senior A&E editor
Oct 25, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo performs "vampire" off her new album "GUTS" at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards. "GUTS" was released Sept. 8, following Rodrigo's 2021 breakout album "SOUR."

Olivia Rodrigo spills her “GUTS” on latest album

Mia Halper, Senior A&E Editor
Sep 21, 2023
Movies have returned in full swing, and this summer is jam-packed with highly anticipated films.

Summer movies bring anticipation

Mia Halper, Copy Editor
May 25, 2023
Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso has had an impressive run over two seasons, and returned with its third season on March 15. The show's first two seasons received 20 Emmy nominations each and won a total of 11.

Beloved “Ted Lasso” characters develop emerging into final season

Mia Halper, Copy Editor
Mar 28, 2023
From bizarre, pagan history, Valentine's Day has become one of the most popular American holidays. With the exchange of Valentine's Day gifts, many were polarized on the exclusive, commercial nature of the celebration.

Point/Counterpoint: Is valentine’s day overhyped?

Blake Bailey and Mia Halper
Feb 16, 2023
Last year had many fantastic releases. These eight albums stand out of the crowd.

2022’s top albums, ranked

Mia Halper, Copy Editor
Jan 17, 2023
Attendees at the All Things Go Festival wait for a performance at Merriweather Post Pavilion. The festival featured many popular artists, such as King Princess, Mitski and Lorde.

Where are the best local concert venues?

Mia Halper, Copy Editor
Dec 4, 2022
AP US History teacher Nathan Schwartz delivers a lecture to his class per the College Board curriculum. AP students learn the important skill of note-taking from these college-level lectures.

Point/Counterpoint: Are AP classes worth it?

Mia Halper and Nicole Weaver
Oct 25, 2022
From the R&B of Steve Lacy's "Gemini Rights" to the dancefloor-inspired sound of Beyoncé's "RENAISSANCE", these four albums create respective soundscapes worth listening to. Each of these albums garnered greatly deserved popularity this past summer.

This summer’s top albums: a review

Mia Halper, Copy Editor
Sep 22, 2022
Upon completion of the conference finals, the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning will meet Wednesday in game one of the Stanley Cup Finals.

NHL Playoffs: Avalanche attempt to stop the Lightning’s three-peat

Mia Halper, Staff Writer
Jun 14, 2022
Capitals forwards T.J. Oshie, Nicklas Backstrom and John Carlson participate in a drill during practice. All three forwards are expected to play in the Capitals' first game of the playoffs.

Washington Capitals begin playoff run

Mia Halper, Staff Writer
May 3, 2022
Washington Capitals player Evgeny Kuznetsov stands by the net. Kuznetsov has been a centerpiece this year for the Capitals, and for a large time in his career played on a line with new acquisition Marcus Johasson.

Capitals make two acquisitions at trade deadline

Mia Halper, Staff Writer
Mar 30, 2022
Point/Counterpoint: Should high school start later?

Point/Counterpoint: Should high school start later?

Sydney Fraser and Mia Halper
Mar 25, 2022
Counselor Audrey Weissberg works at her desk. The beginning of the semester is especially busy for counselors due to the volume of student schedule change requests.

Students share the reality of switching teachers and classes

Mia Halper, Staff Writer
Feb 22, 2022
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