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The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

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The Student Newspaper of Jackson-Reed High School

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Andrew Dong

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor

Andrew Dong is a Written Content Editor  for the Beacon. That meens he helps makes sure their are no speling or grammartical mistakes, in the beecen! He also plays guitar in a band that has still not been named. 

 

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SGA plans ‘Haunted Ball’ homecoming

SGA plans ‘Haunted Ball’ homecoming

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor September 20, 2021

Following a year without school dances, Wilson will have an in-person homecoming on October 16 on the field.   “Haunted Ball” is the theme of the event. The current plan is to have the dance from...

District to allocate millions in stimulus funds

District to allocate millions in stimulus funds

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor June 22, 2021

DCPS conducted a survey to gauge public opinion on how to allocate the $191 million they will receive in federal stimulus funding. The online survey was available to students, staff, parents, and community...

Wilson to become No Place for Hate school

Wilson to become No Place for Hate school

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor March 10, 2020

Wilson is slated to become a No Place for Hate school, which comes as a part of an SGA attempt to combat hate speech at Wilson. They are also figuring out other actions such as creating posters and videos...

DCPS releases 2019-20 school calendar

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor October 14, 2019

For the 2019-2020 school year, DCPS has eliminated the extended school year plan and moved the parent-teacher conferences around to allow for more time before the end of the terms.  With the previous...

SGA changes officer election process

SGA changes officer election process

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor May 5, 2019

The Student Government Association (SGA) is removing certain grade level positions and requiring members to take a SGA class in an effort to increase productivity and bolster qualifications for office....

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Colin Kaepernick & Nike: A Hail Mary

Andrew Dong, Written Content Editor September 30, 2018

Nike recently made headlines by creating an ad campaign with controversial figure Colin Kaepernick. The move instantly blew up on Twitter, generating thousands of videos of angry people burning Nike products....

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