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Trump argues with Zelensky in Oval Office meeting
Trump and Vance fight with Zelensky as US makes major Ukraine policy changes
Climate Change and the California Fires
President Trump and Elon Musk celebrate at a rally.
President Trump and Musk/DOGE Plan Major Budget and Staffing Cut
Koreans protest declaration of martial law
Martial Law Declaration Throws South Korea Into Crisis
Jimmy Carter, 39th US President, died yesterday at age 100, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and humanitarianism.
In Memory of Jimmy Carter
Students view the different stands International Night.
Cultural Acts Performed by Talented Students at International Night
Brief information on The Wire's Pi Day competition.
The Wire to Host Pi Day Competition Next Friday
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)
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?
Students from the Habesha Student Association (HSA) gather for a photo during last year's International Night.
International Night Set for February 28
Students view the different stands International Night.
Cultural Acts Performed by Talented Students at International Night
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
West Potomac's students filling the cast list of this years nutcracker
Dancing into December, the Nutcracker Begins
Junior Center Kevin Dumitrescu ready to snap the ball against Woodson HS in a 44-0 rout on November 2. Photo Credit: Rhys Hancock, Sophomore
Hayfield’s Last Minute Court Injunction Throws Playoffs into Chaos
Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
Students view the different stands International Night.
Cultural Acts Performed by Talented Students at International Night
Finding the Pot of Gold this St Patrick's day
Finding the Pot of Gold this St Patrick’s day
Pictured is the Cherry blossoms last year in full bloom along the basin.
Spring is Blooming in the DMV area
Brief information on The Wire's Pi Day competition.
The Wire to Host Pi Day Competition Next Friday
Mr Minh standing in his math class with markers in hand.
Teacher Feature: Mr. Minh
Mr Landis, a world history/geography teacher who grew up in Pennsylvania.
Teacher Feature: Mr. Landis
Parent volunteers operate a concessions booth during most West Po Athletics home games.
Band Concessions Sell Out Quickly after Sudden Home Game Cancellation
One vote, One chance
Teacher Feature: Ms Lutzker
Teacher Feature: Ms Lutzker
Teacher Feature: Dr. Hany
Teacher Feature: Dr. Hany
Brief information on The Wire's Pi Day competition.
The Wire to Host Pi Day Competition Next Friday
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Promotional graphic from the West Po Marketplace organizers
Craft Fair in the Wolverdome This Saturday
Flier for the Trunk or Treat event organized by West Potomac Choir
Trunk or Treat @ West Po This Saturday
A student enjoys a peaceful moment by the pond.
Nature and Beauty Added to Gunston
Teens start and end the day with a mindless scroll.
Social Media: Blessing or Burden?
The ERA is an amendment calling for the equality of sex in the U.S. Constitution, graphic created using Canva.
Why We Need the Equal Rights Amendment
Alessandro Della Bella / ETH Zurich
Engineering an Equitable Feature
Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports
Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports
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
The ERA is an amendment calling for the equality of sex in the U.S. Constitution, graphic created using Canva.
Why We Need the Equal Rights Amendment
Alessandro Della Bella / ETH Zurich
Engineering an Equitable Feature
Photo Illustration: Nora Fitzpatrick
The Importance of Local Journalism in the Fight Against Disinformation
Phoebe Shultz, a staple of West Po journalism for 4 years, is headed to Clemson University in the fall.
Keep it Newsworthy, West Po
Our Arts & Entertainment editor tried his hand at modeling this year. He's off to Arizona State in the fall.
Journalism Kids are a Different Breed, Man
Teens start and end the day with a mindless scroll.
Social Media: Blessing or Burden?
Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports
Lack of Funding Impacts Some West Po Sports
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
Photo Illustration: Nora Fitzpatrick
The Importance of Local Journalism in the Fight Against Disinformation
Not Down with the New S-Block
Not Down with the New S-Block
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
The cast of Twelfth Night the Musical bow after their opening night performance.
Review for Twelfth Night the Musical
Kendrick Lamar, during his performance after the song "HUMBLE."
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Recap
Showings for Twelfth Night begin on the 13th and include an evening show on Valentine's Day.
Twelfth Night the Musical Preview
February Love Poems
February Love Poems
Graphic created using Canva.
The Returning Rise of SNL
The cast of Twelfth Night the Musical bow after their opening night performance.
Review for Twelfth Night the Musical
Graphic created using Canva with Wicked logo from Public Domain by Universal Pictures
A Wicked West Po Review
A picture of some of the menu items at Kong Dog.
Kong Dog A New K’runchy Staple
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
Kendrick Lamar: gnx Album Review
West Po's newest production follows the story of three Hufflepuff's and their stories throughout their seven years at Hogwarts.
Review: The Whimsical Joy of Puffs
Taylor Swift and her carbon emissions from her private jet.
Taylor Swift’s Carbon Footprint: Something She Can Not Shake Off
The growth of AI chatbots like ChatGPT have raised many questions including how the growth of AI has affected the environment.
Hey ChatGPT, Write me an Article on Your Environmental Impact
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris enjoy some time outside while questions on their environmental views are still at large.
Our Presidential Candidates Views on the Environment: What the Frack do They Stand For?
Claudia Bunea and Lucy Wilson posing with some of their Back To School supplies
Back to School: The Hidden Costs of Overbuying on the Environment
JV Boys Soccer Team Looking Optimistic About 2025 Season
JV Boys Soccer Team Looking Optimistic About 2025 Season
Credit: The Daily Press
2025 March Madness Preview
Credit: West Po Barstool Instagram
Girls Basketball Defeats Langley in the State Quarterfinals
Tonight Girls Baksteball faces off against Robinson in the last game of their pursuit of a Regional Championship tonight at Hayfield at 6:00 p.m.
Girls Basketball Faces Off Against Robinson in Regional Championship
Spring Sports Tryouts Start Monday, February 24th
Spring Sports Tryouts Start Monday, February 24th
Kendrick Lamar, during his performance after the song "HUMBLE."
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Recap
Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
Poetry from Pakistan: Reflections on Tulu-e-Islam
Los jugadores firmaron con La Liga para jugar durante determinados periodos S.
La Liga Regresa a West Potomac (English & Español)
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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...

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