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The student voice of West Potomac High School

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The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

Prom tickets being sold in the cafeteria.

Take a Gamble on Prom: Show up This Saturday

Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson
April 24, 2025

This Saturday, hundreds of West Po students will make their way to the Torpedo Factory for an unforgettable night. From 8-11 pm, juniors and seniors will be dancing, socializing, and just having fun in...

Weapon detection scanners outside door 19.

West Potomac Heightens Security in the Wake of Stabbing Incident

Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson
April 24, 2025

This morning, West Po students had to go through metal detection scanners to enter the building. Students were required to go to Door 1, 5, 19, which were filled with the scanners and security personnel. FCPS...

Entrance of Gum Springs Community Center

Staying Active at Gum Springs Community Center

Jakai Cobb, Reporter
April 23, 2025

I get off the bus around 3:30 p.m., and play Fortnite on my Xbox with friends. Then around 4 p.m., I walk over to the Gum Springs Community Center. It’s been a routine for three years, ever since I started...

Police cars and ambulances gather outside the school.

West Po Remains in “Stay Put, Stay Tuned” After Stabbing

Claudia Bunea, Lucy Wilson, and Thomas Brown
April 23, 2025

As West Po students passed from 2nd to 4th periods this morning, there was an altercation between three students in the Gunston hallway connector. This fight led to one student being stabbed with a...

Recent photo of Ryan James Wedding in public.

From Surfing Snow to Trafficking it

Raphael Lemorie, Reporter
April 22, 2025

Ryan James Wedding, 43, is a retired Olympic snowboarder from Canada. Wedding was a talented individual who has traded the slopes for a photo on the the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted. Wedding is accused of...

Pope Francis greeting fans at the Vatican, Italy, in April 2017.

Obituary: Pope Francis Dies on Easter Monday

Virginia Hope
April 21, 2025

Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at age 88.  He died the day after the holiest day of the Christian year, Easter. Easter is when Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Despite...

The WP Wire’s horoscope writer, Alexis Haymon, senior, has been charting our course to the stars. She graduates this May.

Writer Gave Star Guidance for 2+ Years

Julia Mack
April 11, 2025

Fascinated by the stars since the 1st grade, Alexis “Lexi” Haymon, senior, has been writing the horoscopes for The WP Wire since Nov. 7, 2022. The spring and summer editions will be her final Wolverine...

When students arrive to school more than 15 minutes late, they are required to check in at the attendance desk before going to class.

West Po Students Late to the Party?

Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson
April 11, 2025

The recent crackdown on attendance began with a series of messages issued during advisory by West Po Principal, Ms. Statz. The announcements, which replayed frequently throughout the day, reminded West...

Spring Sports Season Off to Exciting Start

Spring Sports Season Off to Exciting Start

Emma Fetterolf, Assistant Editor
April 11, 2025

 Last year, four teams made a run in the playoffs. Girls Lacrosse and Baseball both qualified for the VHSL playoffs. Softball won the Patriot District Championship, and Boys Lacrosse had a deep run in...

All levels from beginner to experienced are welcomed at the crochet club.     Photo: Amy Wheeler

Ms. Wheeler’s Crochet Club Unites Students in Creativity

Belen Estrada, Reporter
April 10, 2025

The Crochet Club at West Potomac has become a gathering place for students over the past three years, combining creativity with productivity. Established during the pandemic, the club has blossomed into...

Brew-Tea-Ful Cafe

Brew-Tea-Ful Cafe

Virginia Hope, Reporter
April 9, 2025

Ever needed a morning pick-me-up at school? You're in luck! In the Pulley Center, there is a student run cafe. The Brew-Tea-Ful cafe serves students Wednesday through Friday from 9AM to 11AM. On the menu...

A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC

A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC

Julia Mack, Visual/Leisure Editor
April 9, 2025

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