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The student voice of West Potomac High School

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Reviving Recycling Efforts at West Po

Reviving Recycling Efforts at West Po

Lila Reidy, Writer Feb 12, 2020

Recycling efforts at West Po have escalated since the new recycling program was launched last year. “The science is clear. The health and prosperity of humanity are directly tied to the state of our environment,” said Joyce Msuya, Acting Executive...

West Potomac Boys Basketball Opens Season With Scrimmage at Stonewall Jackson

West Potomac Boys Basketball Opens Season With Scrimmage at Stonewall Jackson

Peter Rainey, Reporter Nov 22, 2019

The defending Gunston District Champions are ready to get back on the court for the 2019-20 season. Last year the team impressed, finishing with a 21-4 record and reaching the Northern Regional Semifinals before losing to South County 52-50. Despite...

From the Field to the Front Office

From the Field to the Front Office

Louis Poulson, Writer Nov 18, 2019

  For many students, it is hard to see how school connects to the real world. Not upstairs in Gunston 214 for Sports and Entertainment Marketing, where West Po students, many of who are also athletes, are guided by Mr. Michael Carfang (Coach Carfang)...

West Po selected to join FCPS’s Free Feminine Products Program

Ruth Dean, Writer Nov 18, 2019

West Potomac is one out of the  group of 37 elementary, middle, and high schools that have been funded by the school board to start a new free menstrual products pilot program this year. Ryan McElveen, one of the School Board members, is the co-sponsor...

Adeline Sauer, sophomore, checks her phone before class begins.

Phone Ban Policy Boosting Engagement at West Po

Mollie Shiflett, Writer Nov 18, 2019

Starting this school year, West Po banned the use of cell phones, according to Tangy Millard, West Potomac’s principal. “Teachers began working on this policy over the summer once the school determined it would be going to one-to-one computers for...

Lend a Hand! Register by November 2nd to Volunteer for the Travis Manion Foundation Operation Legacy Project Veterans Day of Service at West Po

Lend a Hand! Register by November 2nd to Volunteer for the Travis Manion Foundation Operation Legacy Project Veterans Day of Service at West Po

Santiago Lugo, Reporter Oct 31, 2019

The 4th Annual Travis Manion Foundation Operation Legacy Project Veterans Day of Service at West Potomac High School will be held from 9am-3pm on Monday, November 11th. The purpose of this project is to help build relationships between volunteers and...

My my, how could you resist it? Come see Mamma Mia! this weekend

Ethan Brodie, Writer Oct 29, 2019

The first show of the year for West Potomac’s Beyond The Page Theatre Company kicks off with the musical version of the blockbuster movie, Mamma Mia!. The performances will take place in the Springbank auditorium on November 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 8th, and...

Last year's Field Hockey team, which won districts, will the girls go back to back?
(Photo Credit: Annabella Mason)

Wolverine Field Hockey Looks To Make Second Straight District Finals Appearance

Peter Rainey, Reporter Oct 22, 2019

The Varsity Field Hockey team is one win away from their second straight district finals appearance; but to get there, they must go through the Hayfield Hawks.  “This would be our second straight district title, we are making a name for ourselves...

Football Game 10/11 Announcement

Ruth Dean, Reporter Oct 11, 2019

Just a reminder that the Marching Band will perform at 6:30 instead of halftime, and during halftime there will be inductions to the sports Hall of Fame. So arrive early to see the Wolverine Marching band!

Art by Marasia Coates

Register to Vote at West Potomac Monday

Santiago Lugo, Reporter Oct 4, 2019

West Po will hold a voter registration Monday, October 7, from 11:25 to 1:20 in the College & Career Center, according to Mr. Daniel Baldwin, West Po history teacher. It is open to all eligible students turning 18 on or before November 5, 2019, but...

West Po Varsity before taking on Marshall at home. They take on Lee tonight.

Wolverine Football Looks To Sweep Lee In Springfield

Peter Rainey, Reporter Oct 4, 2019

West Potomac Varsity Football takes on Robert E. Lee High School tonight on the road, looking to sweep the Lancers following last night’s JV and Freshman crushing wins over Lee, Freshman winning 52-14, and JV 64-0. “The future looks good, young...

Why Not Work?

Kwabena McGaney, Reporter Jun 6, 2019

“If you want it, you can buy it with your own money,” said many moms and dads to their kids over the years. And for many students, summer is the perfect time to land first jobs. But in recent years, youth employment has been on the decline. During...