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WIS students on the history trip pose in front of the Bundestag in Berlin. (Courtesy of Nora Brennan)
Exploring Berlin: A Journey Through Time
Five Years Later: COVID-19’s Long-Term WIS Impacts
Five Years Later: COVID-19’s Long-Term WIS Impacts
The three major newspapers at WIS. (Courtesy of Washington International School)
Our Platform for Student Voices: An Exploration of WIS Newspapers
A student using their phone instead of focusing on their task. The distractions that phones cause are one of the reasons for the implementation of cell phone bans in schools in multiple states. (Courtesy of pxfuel)
WIS Considers Changing Cell Phone Policy Amid Nationwide Controversy
The History of WIS as an Estate and its Transition to a Campus
The History of WIS as an Estate and its Transition to a Campus
A view of the construction site of Le Centre Brown on May 1, 2024. (Lucy Randall/International Dateline)
Tregaron Construction: Everything You Should Know
A view of the construction site of Le Centre Brown on May 1, 2024. (Lucy Randall/International Dateline)
Tregaron Construction: Everything You Should Know
The Dacha en route to its new home outside the Senior Lounge. Its relocation is part of the WIS plan for a new science building. (Tindra Jemsby/International Dateline)
In Photos: The Dacha’s Relocation
A graphic depicting the soccer field and new science building. The battle for the building has been ongoing for 12 years and construction will finally begin in June 2023. (Courtesy of Suzanna Jemsby)
Students React to Ongoing Science Building Construction
WIS’ 2017 science building proposal, depicting the plaza which would’ve replaced the sloped parking area. This plan was rejected by the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB), primarily due to the building’s visibility from Macomb Street. (Michael Vergason/Landscape Architects, Ltd.)
Macomb Street Neighbors and WIS Clash Over New Science Building
Primary school students playing soccer at Tregaron on Homecoming on Sept. 16. The transition from primary school to middle school can cause changes in students' social lives. (Martina Tognato Guáqueta/International Dateline)
The Big Transition: How Social Dynamics Change in Sixth Grade
An image of an All Gender Restroom sign. The Middle School ISU is working on implementing more gender-neutral bathrooms. (Anna Orso/The Philadelphia Inquirer)
‘Gender Inclusive, Not Gender Exclusive’: Middle School ISU’s Fight for Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
(Isabel Robbins/International Dateline)
Reflecting on the Rally for Abortion Justice
WIS’ Middle School Bullying Protocol: Room For Improvement
WIS’ Middle School Bullying Protocol: Room For Improvement
Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Elon Musk at a Trump rally in Butler, Pa. on Oct. 5. (Clay Hensley/Flickr)
Elon Musk Waltzes Into the Political Spotlight in the Wake of Trump’s Reelection
The opening page of TikTok. This entertainment app has caused a nationwide discussion regarding its legal status in the U.S. (Solen Feyissa/Flickr)
TikTok Ban Lifted, Future Still Uncertain
The Return of President Donald J. Trump
The Return of President Donald J. Trump
Supporters of the Georgian Dream party drive through Tbilisi in celebration after election results were announced. Courtesy of Reuters
Georgia’s political crossroads: Governing party’s election victory, opposition protests and a choice between the EU and Russia.
The vibrant sunset, festive holiday market, and iconic National Christmas Tree showcase Washington, D.C.’s seasonal charm, offering magical winter moments. (Courtesy of Victoria Pineda)
Holiday Dates Around D.C.
The vibrant sunset, festive holiday market, and iconic National Christmas Tree showcase Washington, D.C.’s seasonal charm, offering magical winter moments. (Courtesy of Victoria Pineda)
Holiday Dates Around D.C.
Rally outside the White House following Trump's 2020 loss. The fight for the White House in 2024 has involved heavy campaigning on social media. (Ted Eytan/Flickr)
Redefining Strategies to Engage Gen Z: 2024 Presidential Candidates
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, back to back. The two politicians are the main candidates in the 2024 election. (Getty Images)
Everything You Need to Know About the Sept. 10 Presidential Debate—and its Consequences
"Stop Project 2025" banner at a protest outside the Heritage Foundation. This policy proposal is receiving increased attention during the 2024 election. (Elvert Barnes/Flickr)
Project 2025: The Blueprint of Conservative Policy and its Potential Impact on 2024 Elections
An event held by Acton Children’s Business Fair on May 19 at Friendship Heights in Chevy Chase, MD allowed kids of all ages to introduce their businesses to the community. (Selena Said/International Dateline)
Local Children’s Business Fair Allows Future Entrepreneurs to Shine
The View from Isabella Brahmst's Apartment during the Pacific Palisades Wildfires (Courtesy of Isabella Brahmst)
Facing the Inferno: UCLA Student’s First Hand Experience with California Wildfires and A Call to Act
From left to right: Karin Tooze in her senior photo, Cathy Noon in her school yearbook photo, Guy Neal playing tennis in high school. The three had distinctly different childhoods, but are all currently working at WIS. (Courtesy of Karin Tooze, Guy Neal and Cathy Noon)
From the Classroom to the Staff Room: Teenage Lives of WIS Teachers
McAlpine’s stage resembled a recording studio, adding to the welcoming atmosphere of her tour: “Lizzy McAlpine- Older Tour 2024” (Courtesy of Storm Machine/Wikimedia Commons)
Lizzy McAlpine’s “Older” Tour: A Soulful, Cozy Performance
The three Tregaron Security Guards, Letonya Mitchell, Eric Ndeh, and Marta Afera (Lucy Randall and Tindra Jemsby/International Dateline)
Beyond the Booth: A Look into The Lives of Tregaron’s Security Team
The bridge crossing Johns Brook on the way to JBL, a pit-stop lodge in the Adirondack High Peaks. (Courtesy of Natalie Drabkin)
Endeavors of a JBL Caretaker: Wilderness, Community, Adventure
The WIS faculty in front of the Mansion on the Tregaron campus. Though the upper school faculty has diversity, there are still gaps present. (Courtesy of Cheryl Tanski)
A Look Into Diversity Disparities in the Upper School Faculty
The Tower of Faces at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. The middle school English department is using resources from the museum to educate students about the Holocaust in their new unit on "The Devil's Arithmetic." (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
‘We Shouldn’t Have Been Caught Off Guard’: School Responds to Lack of Holocaust Education
Scene from "The Diary of Anne Frank." The play that was removed from the middle school curriculum, eliminating all gradewide Holocaust education at WIS. (Wikimedia Commons)
Removal of “The Diary of Anne Frank” Ends WIS’s Last Element of Gradewide Holocaust Education
Demonstrators protesting at the 2017 Women's March in D.C. Among the crowd were WIS students, who are now advocating for sexual education reform. (Meg Kelly/NPR)
Upper School Students Push for Sexual Education Reform
Map by Beka Tatham. Photos courtesy of Camila Levey (Ward 1), Beka Tatham (2), David Allen (3), Naomi Breuer (4), Beka Tatham (5), Rose Boehm (6), Aniekan Udofia (7) and Austin Graff/Washingtion Post (8).
Senior Gift Divides Class of 2020 and Administration on Handling Racism at WIS
Graphic showing Unrivaled team logos
Unrivaled: A New Era for Women’s Basketball Begins in Miami
Jayden Daniels high-fiving fans after a game. (Horgan/Hogs Haven)
How did the Washington Commanders form a successful roster?
Four-time World Champion Max Verstappen holding the second place trophy at his home race: the Dutch Grand Prix. He was beaten by his championship competitor Lando Norris (on his right) that race as they fought a tough battle for the Driver's Championship title. (Steffen Prößdorf/Wikipédia)
The F1 2024 Season: A Race for Chaos
(Getty Images)
Beyond the game: the Super Bowl experience
Washington Spirit’s playoff journey: Marketing strategies, fans and team-building
Washington Spirit’s playoff journey: Marketing strategies, fans and team-building
A poster for the film adaptation of the musical "Wicked". (Courtesy of IMDb)
A Wicked-ly Ambitious Adaptation
Courtesy of Getty Images
Wicked, the movie: defying brevity and quality
Letter: Importance of Philanthropy at WIS
The cast of Little Shop of Horrors during the finale. (Courtesy of David Wade).
“Little Shop of Horrors:” Tragic, Gruesome and Comedic
JD Vance holding a speech at a political rally in Arizona. He is the author of the 2016 novel "Hillbilly Elegy" which inspired the Netflix movie by the same name. (Gage Skidmore/Openverse)
Hillbilly Elegy: A Glimpse into the Hollow American Dream
A poster for the film adaptation of the musical "Wicked". (Courtesy of IMDb)
A Wicked-ly Ambitious Adaptation
Courtesy of Getty Images
Wicked, the movie: defying brevity and quality
The cast of Little Shop of Horrors during the finale. (Courtesy of David Wade).
“Little Shop of Horrors:” Tragic, Gruesome and Comedic
JD Vance holding a speech at a political rally in Arizona. He is the author of the 2016 novel "Hillbilly Elegy" which inspired the Netflix movie by the same name. (Gage Skidmore/Openverse)
Hillbilly Elegy: A Glimpse into the Hollow American Dream
Pride flag on a television screen (Courtesy of Shutterstock)
Queer on Screen: The Struggle for Visibility in Television
(Courtesy of True Value Metrics)
Dissecting the WIS Dress Code
WIS Juniors Studying in Davies Hall (Image Courtesy of Zachary Roberts)
How Safe is Hybrid Learning?
Dateline's Response to Washington Post Column
Dateline’s Response to Washington Post Column
Letter: Importance of Philanthropy at WIS
A protestor holding a sign with the words "White Privilege" at an event protesting police brutality in Spain. WIS seventh graders recently discussed the notion of white privilege in an English class activity called "privilege math." (Josep Lago/AFP)
Letter: Politics and Privilege in the Middle School Classroom
Letter: WIS Fails to Uphold Its Inclusive Values
Letter: WIS Fails to Uphold Its Inclusive Values
Letter: In Response to "Trump: The Modern-Day Hitler"
Letter: In Response to “Trump: The Modern-Day Hitler”
(Celeste Bloom/International Dateline)
Letter: In response to “High School Spaces: Detrimental and Dividing?”
A Confession, A Protest, A Legacy: Decoding Hidden Meanings in Bad Bunny’s Newest Album
A Confession, A Protest, A Legacy: Decoding Hidden Meanings in Bad Bunny’s Newest Album
A poster for the film adaptation of the musical "Wicked". (Courtesy of IMDb)
A Wicked-ly Ambitious Adaptation
Courtesy of Getty Images
Wicked, the movie: defying brevity and quality
Hallmark Movies: The Face of Popular but Predictable Holiday Films
McAlpine’s stage resembled a recording studio, adding to the welcoming atmosphere of her tour: “Lizzy McAlpine- Older Tour 2024” (Courtesy of Storm Machine/Wikimedia Commons)
Lizzy McAlpine’s “Older” Tour: A Soulful, Cozy Performance
Reviewing Holiday Drinks in D.C.
Fresh Baguette's selection of pastries (Oliver Dashwood/International Dateline)
Review of Fresh Baguette’s Newest Location in Cleveland Park
The macarons on display at Olivia Macaron, located in Georgetown. The patisserie has a wide range of flavors to explore, from standard chocolate to lychee rose raspberry. (Tindra Jemsby/International Dateline)
Pastry Review: WIS Parent Masters the Art of Macarons
The Braccialarghe family enjoying their first family Thanksgiving celebration and their first time making the turkey themselves. (Courtesy of Sofia Braccialarghe)
Thanksgiving: WIS Edition
The entrance to Rose Ave Bakery on Connecticut Avenue in Woodley Park. The bakery recently moved from downtown D.C. to this new location. (Naomi Breuer/International Dateline)
Review: Rose Ave Bakery Brings Asian American Flavors to Woodley Park
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Overheard @ WIS
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A Short Guide to Clubs at WIS

Ye’Amlak Zegeye
October 29, 2018
Taken by Sofia Sanchez

How many clubs are at the Washington International School (WIS)? 10? Maybe 12? Well, I thought so too before starting this article…

A Short Guide to Clubs at WIS
Photos taken by Sofia Sanchez

By: Daria Undeland

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