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The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

Many students keep phones in backpacks, but some still use phones even though they are not authorized in class.

Phone Ban Hasn’t Materialized (Yet)

Nora Fitzpatrick, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2025

Governor Youngkin’s Executive Order 33 to ban all cell phones in schools across Virginia took effect on Jan. 1, 2025. However, about a month into the new supposed cell phone ban, there has been little...

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Engineering an Equitable Feature

Ethan Higgins, Guest Writer
February 12, 2025

I am one of nearly 90 million disabled people who live in America, and I believe that each and every one of us deserve to have a fair chance to follow their dreams. I have been lucky enough to have many...

West Po faculty installs second set of doors in front of school to help keep the school safe.

The New Doors: What’s That All About?

Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson
February 11, 2025

Any student of West Potomac has seen the windowless doors that have been a feature of the main entrance for the past few months. The addition of these doors to the average student’s routine environment...

Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports

Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports

Addison Hood and Leila Freimanis
February 11, 2025

West Potomac Athletics is home to over 20 sports that students can pick from and play. Each team gives West Po athletes a chance to be a part of a team, a competitive environment, and gives student athletes...

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The Philadelphia Eagles Dominate Their Way To Their Second Super Bowl Title In Franchise History

Thomas Argroves
February 10, 2025

On February 9th, 2025, The Philadelphia Eagles won their second super bowl in franchise history, beating The Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. The Eagles came into the game with a 17-2 record on the year, including...

What's Wrong With Emilia Pérez?

What’s Wrong With Emilia Pérez?

Anna Trumbo, Guest Writer
February 10, 2025

If you watched the Golden Globes, you probably noticed the 2024 film Emilia Pérez sweeping with four awards — including Best Musical and Best Motion Picture. Since the awards, viewers have been speculating...

Students from the Habesha Student Association (HSA) gather for a photo during last year's International Night.

International Night Set for February 28

Raphael Lemorie, Reporter
February 10, 2025

International Night, an evening full of dancing, singing, and cultural performances, will be held at West Po in the auditorium located in Spring Bank on Feb. 28, starting at 5pm. Food and entertainment...

Student leaves early from school out of side door, one of many who may be taking a mental health break from school.

Second Quarter Slump

Emma Fetterolf and Virginia Hope
February 7, 2025

The 2nd quarter starts Oct. 31 and lasts until Jan. 28. During this time, there are 18 scheduled break days. These breaks are mostly spread out throughout the months, with the exception of winter break....

Some of the top candidates for various NFL Honors Awards

NFL Awards to be Presented Tonight At the NFL Honors

Emma Fetterolf
February 6, 2025

The NFL Honors consists of six different awards to be given to players on both the offensive and defensive side. Each award highlights a player's accomplishments and their season. Some of the award candidates...

Senior Olivia Jones takes on Stone Bridge defender on the way to the net

West Potomac Girls Basketball off to a Hot Start

Emma Fetterolf, Assistant Editor
February 6, 2025

  West Potomac Girls Basketball season is off to a great start as they are 17-1. Last year, the team went 12-9 with a point differential of 173 across all 21 games. This year, the Wolverines have...

Multiple pictures from the Commanders season showing Jayden Daniels, Zane Gonzalez, owner Josh Harris, and the team in a huddle

The Commanders Quick Rebuild from Poverty to a Contender

Finn Johnson and Thomas Argroves
February 6, 2025

After a tiring, long playoff drought Commanders fans have had the right to be disappointed with their franchise. When new owner Josh Harris bought the team in July 2023, he was ready to turn the team around....

Mr Minh standing in his math class with markers in hand.

Teacher Feature: Mr. Minh

Jackie Henwood, Reporter
January 15, 2025

Mr. Minh Huynh is one of the many adored teachers here at West Potomac High School. Mr. Minh has worked at West Potomac for 11 years as a math teacher, he has taught 9th grade pre algebra all the way up...

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