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The Lion's Tale

The student news site of Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

The Lion's Tale

The student news site of Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

The Lion's Tale

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Eighth grade students pose outside the Capitol, where they connected their government class to real life.
Eighth Grade Class visits Capitol Hill
Dalya Lurie, Reporter • April 24, 2025

As eighth grade student Jake Forseter walked into the Supreme Court for the...

Honoring the legends at alumni event
Kira Koplow, Reporter • April 1, 2025

 

After the final performance of the show, the cast celebrated their performance with flowers and a standing ovation.
Middle school’s “High School Musical Jr.” draws sold-out crowds
Isaiah Segal-Geetter, Reporter • March 26, 2025

As eighth grade student Ave Chama, who played the lead role of Gabriella, finished...

Becky and Reuben Silberman hang out at a bowling event. The siblings have been working together at JDS for over 14 years.
Siblings enjoy benefits of working together
Eliana Wolf, Editor-In-Chief • April 27, 2025

Despite their 12 and a half year age gap, High School Math Department Chair...

Sophomores and club founders Kasuba Chama, Ari Rollo and Ryan Klepper discuss their beliefs at a club meeting during lunch.
Philosophy Club brings theoretical discussions to second semester
David Federowicz, Reporter • April 10, 2025

As sophomores and philosophy club founders Ari Rollo, Kasuba Chama and Ryan...

Freshman Noa Dvir has been dancing since she was 18 months old.
Freshman dances ballet at a competitive level
Eden Kotok, Guest Writer • April 8, 2025

As CESJDS high school classes sit in their second to last class of the day at...

The Lions huddle up in between innings to discuss strategies for play.
Lions defeat Falcons in close game
Eli Loeffler, Reporter • April 30, 2025

Positioned on the mound, junior Matty Stillman angles himself and launches the...

Junior Tali Loeffler hits the ball against the Mustangs on April 23.
Varsity softball defeats McLean in away game
Gabi Kittrie, Guest Writer • April 28, 2025

Having not played them yet during the season, the JDS girls varsity softball...

The varsity boys volleyball team warms up pre game.
Varsity boys volleyball falls to Paul VI Panthers
Eden Kotok, Guest Writer • April 10, 2025

The Lions boys volleyball team cheered, “Ace, Ace, Baby!” after sophomore...

A&E
Mirabeau Bakery is located in Rockville.
Mirabeau Bakery is a must visit
Jonah Mitre, Opinion Editor • May 2, 2025

Mirabeau is a charming little bakery and cafe with a cozy aesthetic and absolutely...

Kura Sushi Bar opened its Rockville location in October 2024
Kura Sushi Bar makes for an exhilarating dining experience
David Federowicz, Reporter • April 22, 2025

As I step into Kura Sushi Bar, it is immediately clear that the future of modern...

"A Minecraft Movie" came out on April 4th.
“A Minecraft Movie” disappoints
Ephraim Blair, Reporter • April 8, 2025

With over 200 million monthly players, Minecraft is one of the most popular...

Pro/Con: Are retakes a productive means of learning?
Pro/Con: Are retakes a productive means of learning?
Zoe Cohen and Kira Koplow April 27, 2025

Art exists beyond its creator’s flaws.
Opinion: We must separate the art from the artist
Jonah Mellen, Arts and Entertainment Editor • April 8, 2025

Kanye West is a narcissistic, antisemitic and disgusting individual, yet he...

Students should strive to minimize their meat consumption.
Opinion: Vegetarianism is a must
Jordana Dauber, Features Editor • March 27, 2025

Every year over 100 billion animals are killed for their meat. This not only...