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Whitman Volleyball Ready for Playoffs

Whitman Volleyball Ready for Playoffs

Nick Miata, Sports Writer November 6, 2016
With a 6-6 record, the boys’ team has had plenty of highlights this season. Under the coaching of Michael Patto, the team has battled against some of the best teams on the Island and is still in the playoffs hunt with just a few games left to be played.
GVS Moves Past the First Round of Playoffs

GVS Moves Past the First Round of Playoffs

Shannon McHale, Co-Editor in Chief November 6, 2016
Walt Whitman’s Girls Varsity Soccer team came out on top last Friday against Smithtown East. The Wildcats, ranked 16th, defeated Smithtown (including coach’s daughter), ranked 17th, when lead scorer, Rebecca DeWitt #10, crashed one into Smithtown's goal with only 8 minutes remaining. From there, the Wildcats held their opponents, ending the game 1-0.
Why Bots Arent the Future Just Yet

Why Bots Aren’t the Future Just Yet

Josh Joseph, Lifestyle Writer June 12, 2016

After the advent of the modern smartphone over the past five years or so, tech giants have been struggling to find the next paradigm-shifting technology to hit the marketplace. Previously, wearables, virtual...

Saying Farewell to Mr. Deitz

Saying Farewell to Mr. Deitz

Meghan Italo, Opinion Writer June 6, 2016

A great teacher not only helps students to learn and understand what they don’t know, but also inspires students to excel at the subjects they are interested in. As Mr. Deitz’s time here at Walt Whitman...

Music to Our Ears: Spring Concerts Excel

Music to Our Ears: Spring Concerts Excel

Ilana Desmond, Sports Editor June 6, 2016

With the onset of spring comes music concerts at Walt Whitman. Students who have been practicing for months had the opportunity to perform in front of their parents and peers at the recent music concerts....

Boys Lacrosse Enjoys Successful Playoffs Run

Boys Lacrosse Enjoys Successful Playoffs Run

Shannon McHale, Sports Writer May 24, 2016

Walt Whitman’s Boys Varsity Lacrosse team has had a very successful 2016 season, ending with a record of 8-6. The boys, ranked 9th in their league, started playoffs at the home of the Commack Cougars,...

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Maddi Tallo, Danielle Barbarito, Catherine Ledbetter, Taylor Epstein, Lauren Civello, Ariel Khatchatourian, Hailey Khatchatourian, Christina Lofaso

Softball Makes Playoffs

Shannon McHale May 16, 2016

he Walt Whitman Varsity Softball Team finished off their season last Wednesday with a close loss against Deer Park. Lead by senior captains Christina Lofaso and Ariel Khatchatourian, the Wildcats stand...

My First Hour With the New iPad Pro

My First Hour With the New iPad Pro

Josh Joseph, Arts and Entertainment Writer April 19, 2016

I have to admit, I was a bit skeptical when I went out and bought the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro from the local Apple Store. But one hour in, I'm now a true believer. Here's why. The first thing I noticed...

Source: The Huntington Patch

New York Assemblymen Hold Mock Press Conference

Doug Marr, Politics Writer April 19, 2016

Last Thursday, Assemblymen Chad Lupinacci and Andrew Raia of New York’s tenth and twelfth assembly districts, respectively, held a mock press conference at the South Huntington Public Library. Students...

Terrorism: A Movement Against Humanity, Not Other Muslims

Terrorism: A Movement Against Humanity, Not Other Muslims

Huma Ilyas, Politics Writer April 14, 2016

The amount of religious prejudice Muslims face in Western countries has drastically increased. Before classifying terrorist as “horrible Muslims” who commit “horrible crimes” in foreign countries,...

Coal’s Long Downfall is Approaching Rock Bottom

Coal’s Long Downfall is Approaching Rock Bottom

Doug Marr, Politics Writer April 13, 2016

Coal was once the staple energy source for the world as nations industrialized. Recently, coal usage has reached new lows around the world, sending this once titanic source of energy into its death throes...

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