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Virtual Visitor
Washington Latin class of 2012 graduate St. Claire Detrick-Jules joined Ms. Breitman’s school newspaper club to discuss her work as a documentarian and the author of a book. She took students questions via Zoom, reflecting on how she tries to use balance and not convey bias, and also how she edits quotes to select the main idea out of what people have said. Students recently completed their interviews for the October issue and will be working on rough drafts this week.
Historical Happenings
Eighth graders in Mr. Byrd’s class are working on scripts depicting a conversation between Native Americans and Europeans after Europeans first arrive in the New World. Students were to use their knowledge of the Columbian Exchange and Native Americans’ way of life before European arrival. Topics included lust for gold, spread of diseases, conversion to Christianity, scarcity of food, sailing the sea, building empires, the use of the environment, weapons exploration, technology’s exploration, exploration, navigating new land, domesticating animals. Students will be presenting the scripts in Mr. Byrd’s class. This is one example of how our history classes utilize simulations, scripts, dramatic readings, and other interactive assignments to help history come alive.
Cross Country Races Ahead
The Middle School Cross Country team showcased speed, agility, and persistence at Monday’s rescheduled meet. They raced around a hilly, immense campus at the Landon School, without giving up. Eighth graders Abby Hawkinson and Lola Orlove-Rodriguez won 3rd and 4th place, respectively, and eighth graders Cassie Downes and Lily Edwards came in 12th and 15th place, respectively. The team is coached by middle school teachers Mr. Green and Mr. O’Brien.
Soccer Sisters
The varsity girls team split its first game in a 1 to 1 tie against St. Andrew’s. The goal was made by junior Layla Axam. This year the upper school also has a JV soccer girls team. The varsity team is coached by Mr. Richardson.
Volleyball Spikes!
The Varsity girls’ volleyball team won its first game against E.L. Haynes this week. The team is coached by college counseling director Ms. Latham and Washington Latin alumni Mikal Harrison. Senior Casey Rice is the manager who keeps the books for the team.