Joe Newman




Name: Joe Newman
Position: Staff writer
Graduation Year: 2026
Hi, I'm Joe Newman. I'm a junior here at Blair and this is my first year on SCO. I play tennis, soccer, and I run cross-country. I'm also really into religion and Christianity and I love having deep discussions with others. Oh, y no se puede olvidar que hablo Español también. I hope this year goes well!


Stories (12)


Blair boys’ varsity basketball team triumphs against Northwood

By Joe Newman | Feb. 11, 2025, 4:12 p.m. | In Sports »

The Blazers handily beat their county rivals 78-44

The thought behind every shot

By Joe Newman | Feb. 8, 2025, 2:17 p.m. | In Features »

How Blair student photographers learn to capture the essential moments

Lightspeed and the age of student surveillance

By Joe Newman | Feb. 3, 2025, 2:14 p.m. | In Features »

Blair students and teachers voice their opinions on the latest activity surveillance software

Blair boys’ varsity basketball falters against Springbrook

By Joe Newman | Jan. 29, 2025, 7:49 p.m. | In Sports »

The Springbrook Blue Devils pulled away to win 79-65.

Variety of languages reflects diverse Blair student body

By Joe Newman | Dec. 5, 2024, 2:24 p.m. | In Features »

From the Indigenous languages of Central America to native African dialects, language shapes school environment

Humans of Blair: TikTok wisdom

By Joe Newman | Dec. 3, 2024, 2:04 p.m. | In HOB »

Senior Darya Toolsie discusses how her TikTok fame influenced her life.

Blazers win state championship for the first time since 1975

By Joe Newman | Nov. 16, 2024, 2:07 p.m. | In Sports »

Relentless midfield and strong defense help to hold a 1-0 victory against Richard Montgomery

HoB Alumni: The career of Connie Chung

By Joe Newman | Nov. 12, 2024, 7:13 p.m. | In Features »

Esteemed journalist discusses her time at Blair during racial tension

Blair’s newest varsity sport: pickleball

By Joe Newman | Oct. 14, 2024, 1:09 p.m. | In Features »

The fastest-growing sport has reached MCPS with success

Still daydreaming: Delve into the mind of Pulitzer Prize-winning Michael Dirda

By Joe Newman | Oct. 11, 2024, 1:23 p.m. | In Features »

After a successful career in writing, Dirda reflects on his life and gives advice to young readers

Latino restaurants to try during Hispanic Heritage Month

By Joe Newman | Oct. 11, 2024, 12:56 p.m. | In Features »

From El Salvadoran to Cuban cuisine, some of the best restaurants are in the local Silver Spring area

Blair pickleball defeats Springbrook Blue Devils on senior night

By Joe Newman | Oct. 10, 2024, 9:57 p.m. | In Sports »

The Blazers crushed the Springbrook Blue Devils in a 3-2 game on Blair's senior night.



Images (2)


Photo: Team huddle

By Joe Newman | Feb. 11, 2025, 2:27 p.m. | In Sports »

The Blazers looked more organized in the second half, mainly due to an increased defensive presence.

Photo: Photostory cover

By Zach Carter, Joe Newman | Feb. 8, 2025, 2:15 p.m. | In Features »

Blair student photographers reveal how they approach every shot.