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Sidwell Friends School's Student Newspaper Since 1974

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Chorus and A Capella Groups Perform at the Spring Concert
Sophie Haar ’26, Staff Writer • June 4, 2024
This year’s Sidwell Spring Performance on April 26 marked the end of a year of hard work for the performers who had been preparing for the event for months.
Roughly 325 Alumni returned to Sidwell to see their old campus, teachers and classmates.
Sidwell Hosts Reunion Weekend for Alumni
Leonardo Soriano ’26 and Seneca Oehrle ’26 June 4, 2024
From May 3-4, Sidwell hosted a weekend-long alumni reunion for classes celebrating five-year milestones.
Biden’s clear stance with Israel upsets many young voters whose support is essential to his campaign for reelection.
Biden Needs to Shift Gears in Gaza to Ensure the Survival of a Jewish and Palestinian state
Dylan Verma ’26, News Editor • June 6, 2024
Biden's current policies are endangering a future for peace in Israel and the Middle East.
Many political extremists have begun to view their political idols as religious figures.
Americans Must Open Controversial Discussion to Address Political Extremism
Osewe Ogada ’26, Staff Writer • June 6, 2024
Many Americans are identifying along party lines with individual politicians rather than their own country.
The Sidwell Varsity Eight placed first in the Charlie Butt Regatta at 5:38.8, three
seconds faster than the second place time.
Sidwell Crew Competes in the Annual Charlie Butt Regatta
Nadia Lall ’27, Nia George ’27 • June 4, 2024
All three boats saw success, with the First Varsity Eight (1V) placing first, the Second Varsity Eight (2V) finishing third, and the Novice Eight coming in second. 
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The MATE Robotics Competition inspires students to think outside of the box.
Sidwell Friends Robotics Club Snags Top Awards at MATE ROV Competition
Deanna Paukstitus ’25, Culture Editor • June 6, 2024
Both of Sidwell's robotics teams walked away with awards at this year's MATE ROV Competition.
Falafel Inc.’s Georgetown location serves hundreds each day.
Washington Restaurant Falafel Inc Supports Refugees
Nora Giuffrida ’27, Staff Writer • June 6, 2024
Falafel Inc. has contributed enough funds to pay for 200,000 meals for refugees from regions including Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Yemen and Gaza.
Weissman sets Sidwell Friends 3200 meter record at Chantilly High School track meet.
Easy Weissman Breaks Sidwell 3200 Record
Vivienne Huang ’26, Sports Editor • June 4, 2024
After running a 9:30.37 at the Cassel’s XBC Experience, Weissman broke the previous record of 9:31.55 set by John McGowan ’10.  
The Boys Varsity Tennis Team sweeps Potomac and wins the MAC tournament.
Sidwell Programs Find Success in the Postseason Championships
Chloe Son ’26 and Amna Shah ’27 June 4, 2024
As the regular ISL and MAC seasons come to an end around the beginning of May, the focus shifts to the postseason championships, including the Independent School League (ISL) for the girls’ programs and the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAC) for boys’ programs Championships as well as the DCSAA State Championships.
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