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The West Potomac Wire has opened a Bluesky account, following the major increase of users.
Social Media Platform Bluesky Gains Traction After the Election
CFP Bracket. Photo Credit: CBS Sports.
College Football Playoff Preview
Junior Center Kevin Dumitrescu ready to snap the ball against Woodson HS in a 44-0 rout on November 2. Photo Credit: Rhys Hancock, Sophomore
Hayfield’s Last Minute Court Injunction Throws Playoffs into Chaos
Photos of various women and related music nominated for Grammy awards
The Year of the Women; Preview of the 2025 Grammys
Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders
New Kid on the Block
The newly renovated stadium field will host many West Po sports.
New Stadium Field; Pain or Gain?
One of West Po's high academic students, Samuel Glassman, has qualified for the National Merit Scholarship
West Po’s Samuel Glassman Named National Merit Semifinalist
Glenn Youngkin's 33rd executive order will require schools to implement policies restricting student use of cellphones throughout the school day.
Governor’s Order Banning Cell Phones Takes Effect Jan. 1
Piper Qutub, Class of 2023, shows off her absentee ballot before she drops it in the mail at VCU. There is a student holiday in FCPS on election day: November 5.
Enthusiastic Students Plan to Vote
The logo for Veterans of Foreign Wars, a nonprofit that offers a variety of aid programs to veterans and military service members.
VFW Offering $35,000 Scholarship
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Dancing into December, the Nutcracker Begins
Junior Center Kevin Dumitrescu ready to snap the ball against Woodson HS in a 44-0 rout on November 2. Photo Credit: Rhys Hancock, Sophomore
Hayfield’s Last Minute Court Injunction Throws Playoffs into Chaos
Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
West Po's newest production follows the story of three Hufflepuff's and their stories throughout their seven years at Hogwarts.
Review: The Whimsical Joy of Puffs
The West Potomac Wire has opened a Bluesky account, following the major increase of users.
Social Media Platform Bluesky Gains Traction After the Election
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Mr Driscoll, an Economics and Personal Finance teacher who studied at Virginia Tech.
Teacher Feature: Mr Driscoll
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Dancing into December, the Nutcracker Begins
Ms. Symone Jenkins is an English teacher for 9th and 10th grade at West Po. Her love for teaching English roots from being able to see each student's progress in writing overtime and seeing how far her students come from the beginning to the end of the school year.
Teacher Feature: Ms. Jenkins
This is the instagram profile photo for @wpseniors22. Visit the page to look for student's college plans.
Senior Graduation Celebrated on Instagram
Seniors Elizabeth Hardin and Aaron Kopp will compete in the Tounament of Champions later this month. They are the first debate team from West Po to be invited to the event. Photo Credit: Sean Da Ros
The Great Debate: West Po Against the World
Portrait of a Wolverine: Annie Terwilliger
Portrait of a Wolverine: Annie Terwilliger
Mrs.Livelli in Jackson Hole, Wyoming with a close friend. This picture shows them smiling in the bright, snowy cold!
Teacher Feature: Mrs.Livelli
West Potomac Senior Receives Peace Award
West Potomac Senior Receives Peace Award
The West Potomac Wire has opened a Bluesky account, following the major increase of users.
Social Media Platform Bluesky Gains Traction After the Election
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Dancing into December, the Nutcracker Begins
Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
One vote, One chance
A photo of the police response to the Apalachee High School shooting. Two students and two teachers were fatally shot by 14 year old Colt Gray.
The Recent Concerns of Student Safety Ripple Across the Country
Boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk: Photo Published in USA Today.
Famous Ukrainians Return to Fight, Inspire Local Students with Their Courage
News seen after school on CNN of inside the Capitol building. Photo credit to Ruth Dean
Wednesday, January 6, 2021: Students and Teachers Recount the Day
Where's My Love?
Where’s My Love?
13 Reasons Why: The New Introduction
13 Reasons Why: The New Introduction
Mr Landis, a world history/geography teacher who grew up in Pennsylvania.
Teacher Feature: Mr. Landis
Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
One vote, One chance
Teacher Feature: Ms Lutzker
Teacher Feature: Ms Lutzker
Teacher Feature: Dr. Hany
Teacher Feature: Dr. Hany
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Promotional graphic from the West Po Marketplace organizers
Craft Fair in the Wolverdome This Saturday
Flier for the Trunk or Treat event organized by West Potomac Choir
Trunk or Treat @ West Po This Saturday
A student enjoys a peaceful moment by the pond.
Nature and Beauty Added to Gunston
The new building features tons of windows that provide natural light and open to an outdoor classroom space.
What’s in a Name? History? Family? Fun?
Photo Illustration: Nora Fitzpatrick
The Importance of Local Journalism in the Fight Against Disinformation
Taylor Swift and her carbon emissions from her private jet.
Taylor Swift’s Carbon Footprint: Something She Can Not Shake Off
Not Down with the New S-Block
Not Down with the New S-Block
Voting outcomes depend on turn-out. Which groups will show up to the polls in large numbers this presidential election?
One Vote, One Chance
One vote, One chance
Photo Illustration: Nora Fitzpatrick
The Importance of Local Journalism in the Fight Against Disinformation
Phoebe Shultz, a staple of West Po journalism for 4 years, is headed to Clemson University in the fall.
Keep it Newsworthy, West Po
Our Arts & Entertainment editor tried his hand at modeling this year. He's off to Arizona State in the fall.
Journalism Kids are a Different Breed, Man
30 Students Surveyed, Each Color Represents a Different Answer: Light Blue: Keep the Baby; Dark Blue: Give up for Adoption; Red and pink: try to harm self to induce miscarriage; Orange: kill themselves
Women Remain Strong Even When Stripped of Rights
Photo Credit: Miguel Tsang
A Place to Study, Print and Relax
Photo Illustration: Nora Fitzpatrick
The Importance of Local Journalism in the Fight Against Disinformation
Not Down with the New S-Block
Not Down with the New S-Block
Voting outcomes depend on turn-out. Which groups will show up to the polls in large numbers this presidential election?
One Vote, One Chance
The growth of AI chatbots like ChatGPT have raised many questions including how the growth of AI has affected the environment.
Hey ChatGPT, Write me an Article on Your Environmental Impact
Phoebe Shultz, a staple of West Po journalism for 4 years, is headed to Clemson University in the fall.
Keep it Newsworthy, West Po
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
End of an Era
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Dancing into December, the Nutcracker Begins
West Po's newest production follows the story of three Hufflepuff's and their stories throughout their seven years at Hogwarts.
Review: The Whimsical Joy of Puffs
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
West Po's newest production follows the story of three Hufflepuff's and their stories throughout their seven years at Hogwarts.
Review: The Whimsical Joy of Puffs
Image Credit: pgLang
Kendrick v Drake and the Global Reach of “Not Like Us”
Promotional poster for Kinky Boots
Review: The Flamboyance of Kinky Boots
Juliet Laisch, freshman, shows off her Pickleball style and her Dunkin love.
Pickleball: More Fun with Fashion
Students having a blast at prom.
Prom Recap
“Chromantic” official cover art: Graphic design by Alyssa Hurley.
Student Produced Album “Chromantic” Makes Waves Around Campus
WPDT outside of the ESPN Wide World of Sports Arena after competing their Pom dance
West Potomac Dance Team Hits the National Stage
Spirit Week Flyer
A Look Into Glow Dance and Spirit Week
Taylor Swift and her carbon emissions from her private jet.
Taylor Swift’s Carbon Footprint: Something She Can Not Shake Off
The growth of AI chatbots like ChatGPT have raised many questions including how the growth of AI has affected the environment.
Hey ChatGPT, Write me an Article on Your Environmental Impact
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris enjoy some time outside while questions on their environmental views are still at large.
Our Presidential Candidates Views on the Environment: What the Frack do They Stand For?
Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson posing with some of their Back To School supplies
Back to School: The Hidden Costs of Overbuying on the Environment
CFP Bracket. Photo Credit: CBS Sports.
College Football Playoff Preview
Junior Center Kevin Dumitrescu ready to snap the ball against Woodson HS in a 44-0 rout on November 2. Photo Credit: Rhys Hancock, Sophomore
Hayfield’s Last Minute Court Injunction Throws Playoffs into Chaos
Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders
New Kid on the Block
Siblings Jack and Olivia Hatcher are one of the most impressive sibling duos at West Po
Bonding Over Volleyball: Olivia and Jack Hatcher’s Experience
Graphic by Addison Decker showcasing Olympic athletes from the nearby area
DMV Athletes Take Home Gold
Mary Prater in Action
Senior Guard Mary Prater Surpasses 1,000 Career Points
Varsity basketball player Ra'Sheika Gregory (center) scores at a home game against Centreville.
Wolverine Warrior: Ra’Sheika Gregory
Freshman Guard Shows Promise for the Present and Future
Wolverine Warrior: Jordan Alexander
Wolverine Warrior: Jordan Alexander
Wolverine Warrior: Eve Hauptle
Wolverine Warrior: Eve Hauptle
Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
Los jugadores firmaron con La Liga para jugar durante determinados periodos S.
La Liga Regresa a West Potomac (English & Español)
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Junior Center Kevin Dumitrescu ready to snap the ball against Woodson HS in a 44-0 rout on November 2. Photo Credit: Rhys Hancock, Sophomore
Hayfield’s Last Minute Court Injunction Throws Playoffs into Chaos

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Glenn Youngkin's 33rd executive order will require schools to implement policies restricting student use of cellphones throughout the school day.
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Youngkin’s executive order 33 will ban cell phones across all Virginia schools. There are no exceptions...

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Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation

Instead of being stuck with 1,000 Chick-Fil-A sandwiches and enough pizza for a playoff crowd, West Po’s...

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Taylor Swift and her carbon emissions from her private jet.
Taylor Swift’s Carbon Footprint: Something She Can Not Shake Off

When Taylor Swift announced her three hour and now over a year-long Eras Tour back in March of 2023,...

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Happy Winter Break, Wolverines!
Arts & Entertainment
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Academics
The newly renovated stadium field will host many West Po sports.
One of West Po's high academic students, Samuel Glassman, has qualified for the National Merit Scholarship
Glenn Youngkin's 33rd executive order will require schools to implement policies restricting student use of cellphones throughout the school day.
Piper Qutub, Class of 2023, shows off her absentee ballot before she drops it in the mail at VCU. There is a student holiday in FCPS on election day: November 5.
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Mr Driscoll, an Economics and Personal Finance teacher who studied at Virginia Tech.
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Teacher Feature: Mr Driscoll
Thomas Argroves, Sports Editor • December 10, 2024

Mr Driscoll is a Career and Technical Education teacher, who teaches Economics and Personal Finance, Accounting, and Digital Applications.  He...

Ms. Symone Jenkins is an English teacher for 9th and 10th grade at West Po. Her love for teaching English roots from being able to see each student's progress in writing overtime and seeing how far her students come from the beginning to the end of the school year.
Teacher Features
Teacher Feature: Ms. Jenkins
Finn Johnson • December 3, 2024

Ms. Symone Jenkins, English teacher for 9th and 10th grade at West Po, loves teaching English because of being able to see each student's progress...

Mr Landis, a world history/geography teacher who grew up in Pennsylvania.
Teacher Features
Teacher Feature: Mr. Landis
Raphael Lemorie, Reporter • November 26, 2024

Mr. Michael Scott Landis, world history geography teacher. He has been teaching at West Po for 5 years but he has been teaching for 21 years...

Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Humans of West Potomac
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
Finn Johnson and Thomas Argroves • November 20, 2024

Instead of being stuck with 1,000 Chick-Fil-A sandwiches and enough pizza for a playoff crowd, West Po’s home playoff football game on November...

Photos of various women and related music nominated for Grammy awards
News
The Year of the Women; Preview of the 2025 Grammys
Virginia Hope, Reporter • November 19, 2024

Is this the year of the women at the 2025 Grammys? Women are leading the way in next year’s Grammy nominations. 2024 has been a massive year...

Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders
News
New Kid on the Block
Emma Fetterolf, Assistant Editor • November 14, 2024

The NFC East has not had a repeating division champion for over 20 years. The last time was in 2004 where the Philadelphia Eagles won it four...

West Po's newest production follows the story of three Hufflepuff's and their stories throughout their seven years at Hogwarts.
Arts & Entertainment
Review: The Whimsical Joy of Puffs
Nora Fitzpatrick, Editor-In-Chief • November 10, 2024

On October 31st, Puffs came to the West Potomac. In doing so Puffs brings a hilarious story of unlikely heroes and community to West Po. Puffs...

Mrs Herman, a teacher who studied at the University of Virginia standing outside her math class.
Teacher Features
Teacher Feature: Mrs. Herman
Annie Jones, Reporter • November 8, 2024

Math is something that most people might spark interest in and pursue their smartness. Or would rather fall asleep or give up halfway. Math is...

Siblings Jack and Olivia Hatcher are one of the most impressive sibling duos at West Po
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Bonding Over Volleyball: Olivia and Jack Hatcher’s Experience
Nicholas Sanchez, Reporter • November 8, 2024

For Olivia and Jack Hatcher, volleyball is more than just a sport— it’s a mutual passion that has strengthened their sibling bond both on...

Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
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Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
Muhammad Hussain, Guest Writer • November 8, 2024

In Pakistan, poetry plays a significant role in allowing people to let their voices be heard and shape their environment. Every voice has the...

Los jugadores firmaron con La Liga para jugar durante determinados periodos S.
Culture
La Liga Regresa a West Potomac (English & Español)
Yesmin Fick Cornejo, Escritor Invitado • November 8, 2024

Este año, La Liga comenzará el 23 de octubre. La liga comenzó el año pasado cuando la Ms, Lodge, Sr. Henrich, y el Sr. Bush crearon una oportunidad...

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Arts & Entertainment
What’s Up at the Movies?
Anna Trumbo, Guest Writer • November 7, 2024

Nosferatu Nosferatu is a star-studded reimagining of the 1922 silent film Nosferatu: a Symphony of Horror. The classic film was an unauthorized...

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