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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...

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
Culture
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...

Mr. Pierce, a music technology teacher who went to a performing arts school.
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Teacher Feature: Mr. Pierce
Frazier O'Leary, Reporter • October 29, 2024

Mr. Luke Pierce is our resident music technology teacher at West Po, but to his students he is just P. He teaches music 1 and 2 to students all...

Trump and Harris are making their final pitches to voters ahead of the election.
News
Election 2024: An Overview of Party Policies and Platforms
Thomas Brown and Frazier O'Leary October 28, 2024

The 2024 presidential election is just days away, and candidates are doing everything they can to convince voters to support them. However, many...

Promotional graphic from the West Po Marketplace organizers
Features
Craft Fair in the Wolverdome This Saturday
Josephine Keller, Editor-in-Chief • October 22, 2024

This weekend on Saturday 26th, October 2024, the West Potomac Marketplace will take place in the Wolverdome gymnasium from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m....

Mr Johnson, a TV Media Production teacher who went to college at four different schools.
Teacher Features
Teacher Feature: Mr. Johnson
Julia Mack, Reporter • October 22, 2024

Mr. Mikquan Johnson is the teacher for TV Media Production, but he is also, as of now, is the school’s newest teacher. 2025 will be his first...

Flier for the Trunk or Treat event organized by West Potomac Choir
Features
Trunk or Treat @ West Po This Saturday
Josephine Keller, Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2024

This Saturday, October 19th at 5:00 PM, the West Potomac Choir is inviting the community to join them for a variety of Halloween themed activities...

Dr. Wise is a Entrepreneurship, Fashion Marketing, and DECA teacher who went to NCCU for education.
Teacher Features
Teacher Feature: Dr. Wise
Addison Decker October 16, 2024

Dr. Robert Wise, a seasoned educator with 17 years of teaching experience, is best known for his work in Entrepreneurship, Fashion Marketing,...

The aftermath of Florida's latest Hurricane, Hurricane Milton passing through Siesta Key.
News
Hurricane Milton Devastates an Already Recovering Florida
Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson October 10, 2024

After Hurricane Helene finally weakened, a new hurricane, Hurricane Milton, has already hit the coast of Florida. Milton is currently a category...

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