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Art Honor Society Transforms Walls into a Gallery
Prints, photos, and paintings lined the hallways as the school’s chapter of the NAHS prepared for its annual winter showcase.
Apr 5, 20244 min read
DCPS Reconsiders Pandemic-Era Grading Policies
DCPS grading policies have remained lenient since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 5, 20245 min read


Walls Budget is Deficient $235,210, Leading to Possible Staff Cuts
Walls' theater has been working hard on the musical “Rent.” The production may mark the end of an era for Walls' performing arts program.
Apr 5, 20243 min read


Walls Students Immerse Themselves in Rome’s History and Culture
In Nov 2023, a group of seniors went on the annual SWW trip to Rome for a 10-day exploration of the Eternal City’s history and culture.
Feb 4, 20245 min read


Delayed FAFSA Rollout Leads to Frustration
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has always caused many a headache for students and their families applying to college.
Feb 4, 20243 min read


Walls No Longer Looks Like DC. Why?
In the 2012-13 school year, Walls looked almost exactly like DC. Over the past decade, that dynamic has disappeared.
Feb 4, 20244 min read


Sunrise Hub Lobbies State Board of Education to Pass Green New Deal For Schools
Following a determined campaign by the SWW Sunrise Hub, The DC State Board of Education passed the Green New Deal for Schools on Jan. 17.
Feb 4, 20244 min read


DCPS Surveillance Raises Concerns
Teachers can see what students are doing on their school-issued computers in real-time.
Dec 26, 20234 min read


“Low Probability - High Consequence Threats”: How DCPS Decides What Websites to Restrict
DCPS recently shifted its internet filtration software.
Dec 26, 20233 min read


A New Chapter for SGA Leadership Begins
The SGA recently concluded its annual school-wide elections, ushering in a new leadership team.
Dec 26, 20234 min read


Three Years Post-COVID, Walls Overhauls Admissions with Essays and Recommendations
Walls added an essay and a teacher recommendation letter to their 2024 admissions process.
Dec 26, 20234 min read


Team of Teachers Draft New A.I. Policy
A team of teachers at Walls have worked to create an official school A.I. policy.
Nov 6, 20233 min read
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