The Poe-sibilities are Endless

The Poe-sibilities are Endless

Thursday afternoon will feature readings of Edgar Allen Poe’s spookiest work int he library after school in our first ever “Poe-Chella). Science teacher Elisa Shapiro and Brian Hotchkiss will co-sponsor this Poe themed event with librarians Sereena Hamm and Jennifer Abercrombie. Come enjoy some Poe this Thursday from 3:30 to 5pm in the library classroom.  Spooky snacks, Poe readings and escape room-type puzzles await all viewers!

The Literary Heart of New York

The Literary Heart of New York

Students in the Literature and Composition AP class will be visiting New York City this week to tour the Morgan Library and Museum for the Mary Shelley exhibit honoring the 200th anniversary of the publication of Frankenstein.  The exhibit titled “It’s Alive! Frankenstein at 200” will feature artifacts including comic books, film posters, publicity stills, and movie memorabilia and portions of the original manuscript. Students will view historic scientific instruments and iconic artwork such as Henry Fuseli’s Nightmare, a six-sheet poster advertising the Boris Karloff movie in 1931. Later students will also attend a guided tour of the New York Public Library and the Strand book store for an exciting literary adventure.
It’s Always Academic at WLPCS

It’s Always Academic at WLPCS

Our school’s Quiz Bowl Club had its first “It’s Academic” competition on Saturday at NBC 4 Studio. The team of junior Harry Hirsch, and seniors Jasper Ferncrombie andThomas Coulon, supported by junior alternate Oliver Stevens, faced off against teams from Wakefield High School and St. Albans School. Thanks to a perfect team round, we finished with the victory. Special thanks to all who came out to support us and please congratulate the boys! Saturday’s competition will be broadcast on NBC4 on January 12th. We will compete in the next round sometime in early February against other first-round winners. The team is advised by math teacher Mr. Salazar with help from Emeritus Coach and team founder Mr. Benjamin.

Cooking Up Something Spooky

Cooking Up Something Spooky

Our Cooking Club will be holding its first ever Spooky House. The club, lead by juniors Amelia Coram, Aseeyah Walker, and Lizbeth Payano, organizes activities and bake sales to support students with culinary interests. Besides the expected Halloween treats, there will be tricks including scary costumes, masks, and makeup.  The event will take place in the ground floor hallway this Saturday, open to Middle Schoolers from 5:30 to 6:30, and Upper Schoolers 6:30 to 7:45. All proceeds go to baking for the city’s homeless.
Help Our Runners

Help Our Runners

Washington Latin middle school students will take place in the 13th Annual Girls on the Run Community 5K on November 18th at Anacostia Park at 10am. Each student needs an adult buddy runner to register for the race.  Registration is $35 and closes at 12:00 pm on Saturday, November 18th. Please email Grace at [email protected] by Monday, November 13th if want to be paired with a Buddy Runner! Ms. Eleby-El, who coaches our Girls on the Run team, helps organize activities like this that support female camaraderie and empowerment.