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Chorus and A Capella Groups Perform at the Spring Concert
June 4, 2024
Roughly 325 Alumni returned to Sidwell to see their old campus, teachers and classmates.
Sidwell Hosts Reunion Weekend for Alumni
June 4, 2024
Sophmore Latin American history class visits the Organization Of American States.
Latin American History Class Visits Organization of American States
June 4, 2024
Sidwell Upper School students meet on Capital Hill to lobby members of Congress.
Students Work With Quaker Lobbying Group On Capitol Hill
June 4, 2024
Students produce the 2024 BSU Production to celebrate the history of Hip-Hop.
Opening Weekend of the BSU Show
June 4, 2024
Sidwell Students Attend UMD’s Annual J-Day Conference
April 26, 2024
Students Come Together to Celebrate Founder’s Day
Students Come Together to Celebrate Founder’s Day
April 26, 2024
Florida Bans Abortion After Six Weeks of Pregnancy
Florida Bans Abortion After Six Weeks of Pregnancy
April 26, 2024
Sidwell Debate Team Enjoys Success in Recent Tournaments
April 26, 2024
Boeing Faces Safety Concerns After Plane Incident
Boeing Faces Safety Concerns After Plane Incident
April 26, 2024
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
June 6, 2024
Many political extremists have begun to view their political idols as religious figures.
Americans Must Open Controversial Discussion to Address Political Extremism
June 6, 2024
Recent immigration laws across right leaning states have spurred controversy.
Recent Immigration Legislation is Unjust
June 6, 2024
Sidwell’s curriculum has consistently failed to address and support varying student and faculty political opinions.
Sidwell Must Adopt a Politically Diverse Curriculum
June 6, 2024
Former President Trump’s current trial will undoubtedly jeopardize his 2024 presidential pursuits due to his 34 criminal charges and negative media publicity.
Trump’s Hush Money Trial Will Cost Him Voter Support
June 6, 2024
Current Financial Aid Programs Are Insufficient as College Tuition Skyrockets
Current Financial Aid Programs Are Insufficient as College Tuition Skyrockets
April 26, 2024
1 a.m. Prom Schedule Hinders Students’ Enjoyment and Well-being
1 a.m. Prom Schedule Hinders Students’ Enjoyment and Well-being
April 26, 2024
DEI Program Bans Must be Reversed
DEI Program Bans Must be Reversed
April 26, 2024
Media Coverage Is Critical for Gender Equality in Sports
Media Coverage Is Critical for Gender Equality in Sports
April 26, 2024
PRO: Tiktok Ban
PRO: Tiktok Ban
April 26, 2024
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
June 4, 2024
Seniors Play Senior Assassin for the Chance to Win $490 Cash Prize
June 4, 2024
Class of 2024 Closes Out the Year with Senior Projects
June 4, 2024
Girls in STEM at Sidwell
April 26, 2024
North Carolina Pregnant Stingray Mystifies Scientists
North Carolina Pregnant Stingray Mystifies Scientists
April 26, 2024
Spotlight on Sidwell’s STEM Clubs
April 26, 2024
Sidwell Students Witness Partial Solar Eclipse
Sidwell Students Witness Partial Solar Eclipse
April 26, 2024
Sidwell Players and Coaches Share Favorite Hype Songs
April 10, 2024
The MATE Robotics Competition inspires students to think outside of the box.
Sidwell Friends Robotics Club Snags Top Awards at MATE ROV Competition
June 6, 2024
Falafel Inc.’s Georgetown location serves hundreds each day.
Washington Restaurant Falafel Inc Supports Refugees
June 6, 2024
The Cannes Film Festival features celebrities and notable figures dressed with couture.
Cannes Film Festival Celebrates Cinematic Excellence
June 6, 2024
“Mexodus” experiments with a live- looping music method.
Hip-Hop Musical “Mexodus” Takes Center Stage
June 6, 2024
Taylor Swift’s newest album explores her past and current relationships.
Taylor Swift’s Album “The Tortured Poets Department” Features Lyrical and Melodic Brilliance
June 6, 2024
The film has received backlash for using generative AI. Photo: Strand Theatre.
Late Night With the Devil: A Genre-Redefining Film Raises Questions About AI Usage
May 1, 2024
“Quiet On Set” recounts stories of sexual abuse in the film industry. Photo: IMDb.
“Quiet on Set” Docuseries Exposes the Dark Side of Nickelodeon
May 1, 2024
Second Story Books is the oldest rare bookstore in Washington. Photo: Lee Gillies ’24.
Spotlight on Small Businesses: Used Rare Bookstore Second Story Books
May 1, 2024
Upper School Math Teacher Justin Heiges Shares his Passion for Math
May 1, 2024
Sidwell Theater Arts Review Features Student Playwrights
May 1, 2024
Weissman sets Sidwell Friends 3200 meter record at Chantilly High School track meet.
Easy Weissman Breaks Sidwell 3200 Record
June 4, 2024
The Boys Varsity Tennis Team sweeps Potomac and wins the MAC tournament.
Sidwell Programs Find Success in the Postseason Championships
June 4, 2024
The RB19 was a highlight of the Friday Fan Fest at Union Marker
Sports Editor Reviews the Red Bull Show Run in Washington
June 4, 2024
20 horse field for 150th Kentucky Derby rounds the turn during the race.
Mystik Dan Wins 2024 Kentucky Derby at 18:1 Odds
June 4, 2024
The Varsity Tennis team finished the regular season 16-1, successfully completing their title defense for the fourth year in a row.
Sidwell Softball and Boys Tennis Win Regular Season Titles
June 4, 2024
The Boys and Girls Varsity Tennis Teams traveled to the U.S. Tennis Association National Tennis Campus in Orlando, Florida. Photo: Annica Nassiry 25.
Sidwell Teams Bond on Spring Break Trips
May 1, 2024
Junior Desi Amprey Wins DCSAA Diving Championship
April 10, 2024
Forward Kyle Kuzma offers optimistic view for the future of the franchise. Photo: Getty Images.
Wizards on Pace for Historically Bad Record
April 10, 2024
Liverpool Wins the Carabao Cup For 10th Time
April 10, 2024
Clark is considered to be one of the best players in college basketball history. Photo: Getty Images.
Phenom Caitlin Clark Declares for WNBA Draft
April 10, 2024
Seniors Win 2023 English Class Dodgeball Tournament
April 26, 2023
Senior Sunrise Takes Place at Lincoln Memorial
September 6, 2022
Class of 2023 Looks Forward To Senior Year
September 5, 2022
Senior Decoration Thwarted By Weather, Administration
September 5, 2022
September 2023 Crossword Puzzle
October 6, 2023
August 2023 Crossword Puzzle
September 4, 2023
May 2023 Crossword Puzzle
May 30, 2023
April 2023 Crossword Puzzle
April 30, 2023
March 2023 Crossword Puzzle
March 30, 2023
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Lilah Baez '26, News Editor

Lilah Baez is currently a News Editor for Horizon. Prior to this, she worked as a Staff Writer for the newspaper.

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Boeing Faces Safety Concerns After Plane Incident

Boeing Faces Safety Concerns After Plane Incident

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
Two armed robberies occurred at Chipotle and Dunkin Donuts in downtown Bethesda. Photo: Flickr.

Two Armed Robberies Take Place in Downtown Bethesda

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
April 3, 2024
Yale A Cappella Groups Perform at Sidwell

Yale A Cappella Groups Perform at Sidwell

Lilah Baez ’26, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
The Impact of Fast Fashion

The Impact of Fast Fashion

Lilah Baez ’26, Staff Writer
December 2, 2023
Families across the United States face financial hardships as childcare funding halts. Photo: Getty Images.

Child Care Funding Coming to an End After the Pandemic

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
Washington police officers found five victims of a drug deal related shooting at Valo Apartments.

Waterfront Shooting Leaves Four Wounded and One Dead

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
Sidwell welcomes new faculty to the school community for the school year. Photo: Sidwell Friends.

Sidwell Welcomes New Staff for the School Year

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023
The student art show features a variety of media. Photo: Alix Nikolic de Jacinto ’24.

Spring Upper School Art Exhibition Displays Student Artwork

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
May 30, 2023
Sidwell’s Med Club held a blood drive on April 11 in response to the national blood shortage. Photo: Anya Vedantambe ’24.

Med Club Holds Blood Drive in Partnership with American Red Cross

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
April 30, 2023

Ayanna Gregory, Daughter of Dick Gregory, Addresses Community

Lilah Baez '26 and Caroline Mohamadi '26
March 30, 2023
Graphic: Quinn Patwardhan 24.

Female Students Inspired To Pursue Careers in STEM

Lilah Baez '26, Staff Writer
August 30, 2022
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