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Pictured is the Cherry blossoms last year in full bloom along the basin.

Cherry Blossom Festival takes the spotlight in D.C.

Ruth Dean, Writer Mar 25, 2019

The 2019 National Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off its celebration in Washington D.C. on March 20th and extends through April 13, which is the period which the Cherry Blossoms are predicted to bloom within. The festival commemorates when the mayor of...

The cast of Heathers, posing for their promotions of the show, which you can find on Instagram.
Kendall Grady, Abigail Aziz, Christine O’Hara. (Left to Right)

Heathers: The Cult Classic Strutting to West Potomac

Vivian Baxter, Writer Jan 31, 2019

Heathers is a Broadway production inspired by the original film placed in the 80’s, and is now being brought to West Potomac High School this week by our school’s theater department. The musical examines topics such as depression,...

New Congress To Be Seated In January, A Stone's Throw From West Po

New Congress To Be Seated In January, A Stone’s Throw From West Po

Robert Stewart Dec 21, 2018

On January 3rd, 2019, members and members-elect of Congress alike will be sworn into their offices on Capitol Hill, officially commencing the 116th United States Congress. This past November, voters turned out in droves, motivated by their views on President...

Science Alert!

Vivian Baxter, Writer Dec 13, 2018

NASA has reported that tonight the space rock 3200 Phaethon is causing a meteor shower at around 9 PM to 7 AM. Slooh Observatory will be recording a stream of the shower at 6 PM as well if you are unable to watch it outdoors. This meteor shower...

Dress Rehearsal day in the main auditorium. Pictured are (bottom left to right) Rylie Heiser, Anna Penkiunas, Paige Schoeffel. (Standing left to right) Halley Roy, Grace Bauman, Eva Hunter, Fiona Walsh. Photo credit to Charlotte Krell.

Nutcracker Leaps Its Way Into The Spotlight

Ruth Dean, Writer Nov 28, 2018

West Potomac will host the 10th annual Alexandria Community Nutcracker starting November 28th and ends December 1st. Vigorous practices for five months have led up to this weekend of five shows. The Nutcracker is a play of a series of dances, telling...

Photo of the crowd taken by H. Drembus

Gun Resolution Passed at FCPS School Board Meeting

Claire Callahan, Editor-in-Chief Feb 25, 2018

In response to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting on February 14, FCPS discussed gun violence at the school board meeting on February 22. The superintendent and school board members discussed the issue of gun violence in American schools and security...

The mariachi band performing at Around the World in One Night.

Around the World in One Night: Behind the Scenes

Claire Callahan, Editor-in-Chief Jan 26, 2018

Every year, Around the World in One Night is a multicultural, international event held in West Potomac’s cafeteria intended to celebrate the student body’s diversity and learn about other cultures. Students bring educational posters that show off...

Photo of the Supreme Court building taken by Julia Cunningham

Students Witness History: Masterpiece Cakeshop V. Colorado Civil Rights Commission

Jan 9, 2018

For most students, Supreme Court rulings only happen in textbooks; however, for West Potomac seniors Julia and Katherine Cunningham, the highest court in the land was just in reach. The sisters witnessed a monumental case last month when they sat in on...

The Best Time of Year for Starbucks: Fall Drinks Review

The Best Time of Year for Starbucks: Fall Drinks Review

Leigh Kovalsky, Reporter Nov 9, 2017

Have you ever tried these fall drinks from Starbucks?  You don’t know what you’ll be missing out on if you don’t try them. The pumpkin spice latte, salted caramel mocha, and the maple pecan latte are three delicious drinks everyone is dying to...

Dickey's BBQ iced tea

A Mission to Find the Best Iced Tea

Ruth Dean, Reporter Nov 3, 2017

Iced tea originated from Asia and Africa, but is now served at most restaurants all around you. The question is, which place has the best? The search is on to find the best place in the area to get iced tea. Here are my rankings on the top five places...

DMV Fall Attractions

DMV Fall Attractions

Matthew Hanley, Reporter Nov 3, 2017

Cox Farms- 15621 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 Open 10 AM-6PM, Cost- varies, regular admission is $15 Cox Farms holds its annual Fall Festival, a family-friendly event with many activities for adults and kids alike. The Festival sports seven...

Fort Belvoir's 21st Annual Oktoberfest "One of the best ever"

Fort Belvoir’s 21st Annual Oktoberfest “One of the best ever”

Ruth Dean, Writer Oct 25, 2017

Starting in Munich, Germany, Oktoberfest is the world's largest beer and travel festival. Luckily, those living in Virginia don't have to travel 5,000 miles to experience the event. Each year, the Fort Belvoir Army Base hosts their very own Oktoberfest...