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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch
Caeden Babcock

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief

Caeden is the Print Editor-in-Chief for his third year writing for The Pitch. In his free time, Caeden relaxes by watching television, hanging with friends, and walking his dog.

All content by Caeden Babcock
Richard Regan jogs down Cedar Lane on his daily 7-mile run. Regan runs all throughout Kensington and has been doing so for 25 years.

The story behind Kensington’s mystery runner

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
Caeden Babcock's senior reflection

Caeden Babcock’s senior reflection

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2022
Senior Alejandro Linares, junior Ellie Hilton and senior Alex Wolfson struggle to balance work and play. Managing the stress and demanding schedules of both high school sports and school can be extremely challenging

WJ after school activities: A net positive or negative?

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
Apr 2, 2022
The Poms team celebrates after hearing they got first place for the county competition. They now have the potential to become D1 depending on their performance next season.

Poms shines at counties competition

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
Feb 23, 2022
Nachtrieb heads down the hatch of a submarine on summer training.

WJ Grads in the Military

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
Dec 20, 2021
Junior Jack Melton swings at a birdie during PE class. PE provides a break from standard classes for students. However, the Board of Education is possibly removing half of the PE credit.

Board of education proposed changes to PE course requirements

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
Nov 16, 2021
Kool-Aid can be seen again but in a different bathroom. Both instances occurred on Friday, Sept. 17.

TikTok challenge causes vandalization of bathrooms

Caeden Babcock, Print Editor-in-Chief
Sep 20, 2021
Students signed up for in-person schooling gather in the auxilary gym to attend Zoom classes for their teachers who opted to stay online due to health concerns. In-person schooling will not look like what it is now as MCPS is planning on returning to the full 5-day schedule at normal capacity for the 2021-2022 school year.

The impacts of COVID: What schooling looks like next year

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Jun 15, 2021
Dr. Monifa B. McKnight has been chosen as the Acting/Interim Superintendent for MCPS. She will serve for one year starting on July 1, 2021.

MCPS chooses new superintendent

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
May 25, 2021
Shervin Pishevar's high school photo from when he attended Montgomery Blair High School. Pishevar was elected as SMOB in 1991 and served for one year.

MCPS SMOBs where are they now?

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
May 5, 2021
SMOB candidates Henry Kaye and Hana O'Looney visited WJ via Zoom to allow students to get to know them. On April 21, students in MCPS will be able to vote for the 2021-2022 SMOB.

Q&A with SMOB finalists

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Mar 31, 2021
What are the most prominent struggles you have faced as a result of online teaching? “Learning new technology platforms has been a major challenge, as well. Teachers, overnight, had to become proficient at Zoom, Canvas, a brand new grade book, Nearpod, Peardeack, Whiteboard.fi, Padlet, Jamboard, Desmos, Geogebra, Loom, Screencastify, etc.”

Teachers triumph over online challenges

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Mar 15, 2021
Former U.S. President Donald Trump raises his hand in the air as he gives a speech. Trump did not win the 2020 election, ceding the presidency to Joe Biden.

Donald Trump’s Presidency: a recap of the highs and lows

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Jan 27, 2021
Many apps have been developed in response to the COVID-19 breakout. The purpose of the apps is to track who people have been in contact with and if any of them have tested positive recently.

How countries have conquered covid

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Jan 11, 2021
Teachers and students gather to discuss race issues at WJ via Zoom. These meetings called study circles were created back in February to help the administration gain valuable insight on race issues at WJ.

Study circles created to combat racism at WJ

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Oct 25, 2020
WJ remains closed despite Hogan encouraging schools to open and providing incentives. Hogan's statement came a few days before schools were beginning online instruction causing widespread confusion.

Governor Hogan pushes to open schools promptly

Caeden Babcock, Senior News Editor
Sep 30, 2020
County Executive Marc Elrich steps up to the microphone. Elrich delivered the details of Montgomery County's reopening plan which was met with a tough crowd.

Montgomery County puts reopening plans in place

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Print Feature Editor
Jun 1, 2020
The Supreme Court is left empty and desolate. It has been closed to the public due to health concerns.

Supreme court continues within pandemic

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Print Feature Editor
May 24, 2020
Uncle Julio's stays open during these trying times. Many other restaurants have also stayed open offering food for take-out or delivery.

Best restaurants offering take out/delivery

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Feature Editor
May 7, 2020
Protesters hold up signs in reaction to a law proposed in the Virginia Senate. Gun rights activists call the law a "Unconstitutional gun grab".

Virginia gun rally brings thousands together

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Feature Editor
Feb 5, 2020
Pro-life activists gather in front of the Supreme Court. Thousands of protesters attend the March For Life every year which have occurred ever since the Roe v. Wade decision.

SCOTUS leaves Kentucky abortion law in place

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Feature Editor
Jan 23, 2020
The donkey is the official symbol of the Democratic party. The recent Democratic debate has played a big role on polls leading into the next debate in December.

A Democratic deep dive

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Feature Editor
Dec 12, 2019
Studying for standardized tests is the worst. Having just one test would make things a lot simpler.

Two tests are too many

Caeden Babcock, Feature Editor
Dec 7, 2019
The WJ security team is stationed on the first floor. MCPS has made many changes to the security protocols and more are expected.

Summer bears many new security policy changes at WJ

Caeden Babcock, Business Manager & Print Feature Editor
Sep 27, 2019
Swimmers enjoy their afternoon at Cedarbrook Swim and Tennis Club. With so many pools around, the question arises, which pool is best?

WJ pools in a wrap

Caeden Babcock, Staff Writer
Jun 11, 2019
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