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Op-Ed: We’ve Been Here Before, Haven’t We?
Op-Ed: We’ve Been Here Before, Haven’t We?
Books that have been banned by Governor Youngkin.
Youngkin’s Executive Order Addressed
Covid Demographics from the Virginia Department of Health
West Po Experiences a Surge in COVID Cases
West Pos principal, Dr. Millard
Principal Millard Earns Her Doctorate
Shut Down DC organized the first demonstration on Justice Alito’s street whih was attended by some West Po students. Photo Credit: Hayden Stengler
Students Join Protest of Leaked Draft Supreme Court Document Overturning Roe v. Wade
Books that have been banned by Governor Youngkin.
Youngkin’s Executive Order Addressed
Students and Teachers Reflect on a Year of the 4.0 Scale
Testing Methods to Take Out Stress
Testing Methods to Take Out Stress
Image Credit: WJLA
FCPS Makes Controversial Pick For Next Superintendent
Testing Schedule Begins Tomorrow
Testing Schedule Begins Tomorrow
1.) On the bottom is an example of a mako shark tooth. In the middle is a snaggletooth shark tooth. On the top right is a dusky shark tooth and on the top left is a stingray tooth. 2.) This is a picture of a Slender Yellow Wood Sorrel, notice how its leaf looks like a clovers leaf.
Nature Blooms Around Us
Image Credit: WJLA
FCPS Makes Controversial Pick For Next Superintendent
Gaming Site Raises Funds by Bundle
Gaming Site Raises Funds by Bundle
The set mid-construction
Be More Chill
New Lunch Trays Enter West Po Cafeteria
This is the instagram profile photo for @wpseniors22. Visit the page to look for students college plans.
Senior Graduation Celebrated on Instagram
Caffeine Culture Buzzes at West Po
Caffeine Culture Buzzes at West Po
Covid Demographics from the Virginia Department of Health
West Po Experiences a Surge in COVID Cases
Sophomore, Phoebe Schultz, holding the spring edition of The Wire.
Sophomore Schultz Creates Masthead
Junior, Loza Markos, at Peace Awards Ceremony
West Po Student Wins the Peace Award
This is the instagram profile photo for @wpseniors22. Visit the page to look for students college plans.
Senior Graduation Celebrated on Instagram
Seniors Elizabeth Hardin and Aaron Kopp will compete in the Tounament of Champions later this month. They are the first debate team from West Po to be invited to the event. Photo Credit: Sean Da Ros
The Great Debate: West Po Against the World
Portrait of a Wolverine: Annie Terwilliger
Portrait of a Wolverine: Annie Terwilliger
Mrs.Livelli in Jackson Hole, Wyoming with a close friend. This picture shows them smiling in the bright, snowy cold!
Teacher Feature: Mrs.Livelli
West Potomac Senior Receives Peace Award
West Potomac Senior Receives Peace Award
This is the instagram profile photo for @wpseniors22. Visit the page to look for students college plans.
Senior Graduation Celebrated on Instagram
Caffeine Culture Buzzes at West Po
Caffeine Culture Buzzes at West Po
Covid Demographics from the Virginia Department of Health
West Po Experiences a Surge in COVID Cases
Junior, Loza Markos, at Peace Awards Ceremony
West Po Student Wins the Peace Award
Shut Down DC organized the first demonstration on Justice Alito’s street whih was attended by some West Po students. Photo Credit: Hayden Stengler
Students Join Protest of Leaked Draft Supreme Court Document Overturning Roe v. Wade
Boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk: Photo Published in USA Today.
Famous Ukrainians Return to Fight, Inspire Local Students with Their Courage
News seen after school on CNN of inside the Capitol building. Photo credit to Ruth Dean
Wednesday, January 6, 2021: Students and Teachers Recount the Day
Wheres My Love?
Where’s My Love?
13 Reasons Why: The New Introduction
13 Reasons Why: The New Introduction
Senior Art Show Taking Place in the Library
Senior Art Show Taking Place in the Library
Students prepare snacks and coffee for customers. Photo Credit: Ms. Byun
New Ideas Brewing in the Pulley Center
The set mid-construction
Be More Chill
Photo: Miguel Tsang
Local Monuments Show Ukrainian Flag Colors
*Image taken from an orchestra concert from May 2021
West Po Music Department Brings Holiday Cheer
Op-Ed: We’ve Been Here Before, Haven’t We?
Op-Ed: We’ve Been Here Before, Haven’t We?
The Last Goodbye
The Last Goodbye
From SLES to the Graduation Stage
From SLES to the Graduation Stage
The Modern Classroom Trial
A Farewell From an Editor
A Farewell From an Editor
The Modern Classroom Trial
West Po Grub Misses the Sweet Spot
In Support of the Cumulative Quarterly Test
The Limits of the Cumulative Quarterly Test
Selfish Selflessness
The Last Goodbye
The Last Goodbye
From SLES to the Graduation Stage
From SLES to the Graduation Stage
A Farewell From an Editor
A Farewell From an Editor
Photo Credit: Katie Shiflett
Goodbye and Thank You
Thoughts on School Shootings
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Photo Credit: Disney
Doctor Strange: The Multiverse of Madness
Cover art by Tom Parkinson Morgan from Massif Presss Twitter
Lancer Builds Mechs Beautifully
Cover art by Tom Parkinson Morgan from Massif Presss Twitter.
Lancer Builds Mechs Beautifully
Barry (And Why You Should Be Watching It)
Barry (And Why You Should Be Watching It)
Image Credit: Sony Pictures
Uncharted: A National Treasure
Photo Credit: Disney
Doctor Strange: The Multiverse of Madness
Cover art by Tom Parkinson Morgan from Massif Presss Twitter
Lancer Builds Mechs Beautifully
Cover art by Tom Parkinson Morgan from Massif Presss Twitter.
Lancer Builds Mechs Beautifully
Image Credit: Sony Pictures
Uncharted: A National Treasure
Morbius Broke Me?
Morbius Broke Me?
Spirit Week Flyer
A Look Into Glow Dance and Spirit Week
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Father’s Day Gifts
Mr. Rice directing musicians during a rehearsal.
Jesus Christ Superstar: Pit Orchestra Perspective
The mariachi band performing at Around the World in One Night.
Around the World in One Night: Behind the Scenes
Gillian Sickler
Homecoming Hype Reaches Students
Image credit: Sean Daros https://archive.seandaros.net/
West Potomac Track Is Running Into Regionals
West Potomac Spring Sports Enter The Playoffs
West Potomac Spring Sports Enter The Playoffs
Boys Lacrosse Team Is Hot Entering The Playoffs
Boys Lacrosse Team Is Hot Entering The Playoffs
Photo: Screenshot from the official Rocket League website
Esports Takes Shape at West Po
Senior Ashley Firesheets
Student Athletes Playing at the Next Level
Varsity basketball player RaSheika Gregory (center) scores at a home game against Centreville.
Wolverine Warrior: Ra’Sheika Gregory
Freshman Guard Shows Promise for the Present and Future
Wolverine Warrior: Jordan Alexander
Wolverine Warrior: Jordan Alexander
Wolverine Warrior: Eve Hauptle
Wolverine Warrior: Eve Hauptle
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Class of 2016 Offers Post-Grad Advice to 2017

June 18, 2017
Wrapping It Up: Class of 2017 President on Senior Year

Wrapping It Up: Class of 2017 President on Senior Year

May 24, 2017
Horses at A Place to Be, a nonprofit organization where senior Juliette Burcham (on horse) will be SHOUTing, provides stress-relief to children in foster care.

SHOUTing Out Loud: Seniors Look Forward to Unique, Meaningful SHOUT Experiences

May 19, 2017
May 1 is the national deadline to commit to a college or university.

A Big Commitment: Seniors Celebrate National College Comitment Day

May 1, 2017
Senior Map 2017 Survey

Senior Map 2017 Survey

April 4, 2017
Humans of West Potomac, Vol. 13 (Emotions Issue Edition)

Humans of West Potomac, Vol. 13 (Emotions Issue Edition)

April 4, 2017
Group photo of MUNsters who attended NAIMUN.

MUN Motions to Attend NAIMUN

February 24, 2017
My Salinger Year by Joanna Rakoff is a refreshing, yet easy read.

Book Review: My Salinger Year

February 12, 2017
Tips and Tricks for Second Semester

Tips and Tricks for Second Semester

January 18, 2017
The String is back with more ways to get into the holiday mood.

5 More Ways to Get Into the Holiday Spirit

December 13, 2016
Homecoming Court Celebrates Wins

Homecoming Court Celebrates Wins

December 12, 2016
MUN members at WMHSMUN, which was held at the College of William and Mary.

Model UN Spends Weekend at WMHSMUN Conference

November 19, 2016
College Confidential user IWouldDieForHarvard97 was devastated to be denied from the university.

College Confidential’s “Chance Me” Threads Prove 100 Percent Accurate In Wake of Ivy Rule

November 5, 2016
What Its Like To Be a First-Time Voter

What It’s Like To Be a First-Time Voter

November 2, 2016
Humans of West Potomac, Volume 6

Humans of West Potomac, Volume 6

October 24, 2016
The back of the Class of 2017 senior shirt. Courtesy: Veronica Webb, senior shirt designer

Class of 2017 Receives Senior Survey

October 1, 2016
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Students Watch Annual Perseids Shower Outburst

August 16, 2016
Jarzen and Hanton preform as Jamie and Cathy. (Image courtesy Beyond the Page Theatre Company)

The Last Five Years in Five Minutes

August 2, 2016
Humans of West Potomac, Volume 5

Humans of West Potomac, Volume 5

June 13, 2016
From left to right: Jason Vargas, Logan Petkosek, Mikial Boyce, Jessica Masterson, Alex Bailey, Jan Saraum, Revathi Mohan, and Michelle St. John

Orchestra’s Seniors Running Towards Graduation in Senior Night Concert

May 30, 2016
Face to Religious Diversity: Students Share a Moment with Students from Mexico

Face to Religious Diversity: Students Share a Moment with Students from Mexico

May 23, 2016
Good weather greeted students during National Honor Societys annual Movie Night Event. Courtesy: West Potomacs chapter NHS Twitter

National Honor Society Holds Annual Outdoor Movie Night

May 22, 2016
Humans of West Potomac, Volume 2

Humans of West Potomac, Volume 2

May 15, 2016
From left to right: junior Charley Costantino, junior Anna Bozard, sophomore Geoffrey Gallante, and senior Eric Costantino

Students Host Charity Concert for Alice’s Kids

May 8, 2016

The Best of 2015

May 2, 2016
Courtesy: Mackenzie Knowles-Coursin for the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

Bearing Witness to What Actually Is Going On

May 1, 2016
Dont know what to listen to and read over Winter Break? Look no further.

Winter Break Reviews

April 30, 2016
From left to right: freshman Juliette Flowers, juinor Nina Raneses, senior Jake Hardison, junior Shahtaj Ali, senior Jonathan Flowers, senior Logan Petkosek, senior Michelle St. John, junior Claudia Santa Anna, and senior Jason Vargas.

Model UN Attends NAIMUN

April 27, 2016
Juniors Tackle the Writing SOL

Juniors Tackle the Writing SOL

March 13, 2016
Winter Snowstorm Jonas pounded the D.C. area, cancelling more than a whole week of school.

“Snowzilla” Brings Massive Rescheduling

February 9, 2016
West Potomac delegates at Gar-Field Senior HS in Woodbridge.

Model UN Participates, Wins Awards at GFMUN

January 24, 2016
Chantilly High Schools annual Model UN conference, or CHMUN, was held on January 8th and 9th.

Model UN Prepares for CHMUN Conference

January 10, 2016
Not feeling the Christmas spirit this year? No problem!

5 Ways to Get Into the Holiday Spirit

December 14, 2015
The National Honor Society inducts new students yearly for membership who have significantly achieved in academics and community service.

New NHS Inductees Ready for a Great Honor

November 10, 2015
Mr. Case gets ready to cut the ribbon on the Clifford S. Hardison Governors Health Sciences Academy

Homecoming Week’s Dedication to Former Principal Clifford Hardison

October 25, 2015
“The Next Great Education Debate” is Over What To Teach Students

“The Next Great Education Debate” is Over What To Teach Students

October 15, 2015
Freshmen Back-to-School night gives parents a chance to observe what their children do in school on a daily basis.

Freshman Back-To-School Night, a “Refreshing” Experience

October 14, 2015
New SGA Executive Board Plans to Make This Year Memorable

New SGA Executive Board Plans to Make This Year Memorable

September 21, 2015
Parental Protection or Paranoia? Parents and Teens’ Internet Privacy

Parental Protection or Paranoia? Parents and Teens’ Internet Privacy

June 12, 2015

I So Didn’t Procrastinate On Writing This Article: What Procrastinating Is and How to End It

May 11, 2015
Staff photo

An Ernest Goodbye

November 18, 2014
The Rule of Three: Book and Film Trilogies

The Rule of Three: Book and Film Trilogies

September 30, 2014
Book Review: John Greens The Fault In Our Stars

Book Review: John Green’s “The Fault In Our Stars”

February 17, 2014
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