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HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Check this out to see the spirit days for this week!
Make a Splash at Homecoming 2023
Image Credit: ESPN
Seniors Look Forward to Capitals Off-Season Opener
Mr. McMahon posing with the Wolverine at Back to School Night
A Q&A with Mr. McMahon
The rock in the afternoon of the 8th Credit: Miguel Tsang
Rock Defaced Amid Graduation Festivities
A tardy sweep table located in the hallway of the down stairs New Building.
On Time Or Off The Team: West Po Athletics Adopts A New Attendance Policy
Spanish Students celebrating diversity and art through activities Credit: Sara Lainez-Ramires.
Celebrando Cultural Hispana
DE vs. AP: Which Class Should You Take?
DE vs. AP: Which Class Should You Take?
One of West Potomacs favorite people, Felicia Solomon is leaving after decades of service. Photo courtesy of West Potomac journalist Catherine Dabbieri.
Students Say Goodbye To A West Potomac Legend
During the last Wellness Day, students had a myriad of choices from painting rocks to listening to Tom Petty to sushi making.
Wellness Day Part II
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Image Credit: ESPN
Seniors Look Forward to Capitals Off-Season Opener
An Inspirational Career: Ms. Matthewson
An Inspirational Career: Ms. Matthewson
Mr. Feinstein will continue to have a lasting impact on the West Po community Credit: Miguel Tsang
Feinstein’s Farewell
“Chromantic” official cover art: Graphic design by Alyssa Hurley.
Student Produced Album “Chromantic” Makes Waves Around Campus
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Check this out to see the spirit days for this week!
Make a Splash at Homecoming 2023
Image Credit: ESPN
Seniors Look Forward to Capitals Off-Season Opener
Mr. McMahon posing with the Wolverine at Back to School Night
A Q&A with Mr. McMahon
A tardy sweep table located in the hallway of the down stairs New Building.
On Time Or Off The Team: West Po Athletics Adopts A New Attendance Policy
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
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
HLC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Check this out to see the spirit days for this week!
Make a Splash at Homecoming 2023
Image Credit: ESPN
Seniors Look Forward to Capitals Off-Season Opener
A tardy sweep table located in the hallway of the down stairs New Building.
On Time Or Off The Team: West Po Athletics Adopts A New Attendance Policy
Mr. Feinstein will continue to have a lasting impact on the West Po community Credit: Miguel Tsang
Feinstein’s Farewell
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
Antonio “Tony” Amaral, who played Professor Callahan in this spring’s West Po Theatre production of Legally Blonde
Senior Theatre Student Nominated for Award
Sara Salama, senior student lead of SEC, wins 2023 Student Peace Award
West Potomac Senior Receives 2023 Student Peace Award
Four-year journalism student, Annie Ghafarri will be attending American University in the fall.
Annie Ghaffari: Senior Sign-Off
Senior, Ben Price, will be heading to Chapman University this fall.
Benjamin Price: Senior Sign-Off
Pi for Pie Day poster spread on The Wires socials (@thewpwire) encourages West Po students to compete in the competition
Pi for Pie Day
Freshman Lily Rasser and Maria Taha unleash their creativity during the diamond painting session Photo: Janelle Kwiatia
Wellness Day Eases End-of-Semester Stress
Nutcracker Returns to West Po for First Time in Years
Nutcracker Returns to West Po for First Time in Years
Shutterstock Image
Fall Festivities in the DMV Area
Varsity Blues
Varsity Blues
Senior Art Show Taking Place in the Library
Senior Art Show Taking Place in the Library
Senior, Ben Price, will be heading to Chapman University this fall.
Benjamin Price: Senior Sign-Off
Officers stand outside of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Credit: Nuri Vallbona/Reuters
“Never Again,” Again
Image taken from @westpohs on April 11
Courtyard Conundrum
Angel Reese: Unapologetically Black
30 Students Surveyed, Each Color Represents a Different Answer: Light Blue: Keep the Baby; Dark Blue: Give up for Adoption; Red and pink: try to harm self to induce miscarriage; Orange: kill themselves
Women Remain Strong Even When Stripped of Rights
30 Students Surveyed, Each Color Represents a Different Answer: Light Blue: Keep the Baby; Dark Blue: Give up for Adoption; Red and pink: try to harm self to induce miscarriage; Orange: kill themselves
Women Remain Strong Even When Stripped of Rights
Photo Credit: Miguel Tsang
A Place to Study, Print and Relax
Educate to Stop the Hate
Educate to Stop the Hate
The Modern Classroom Trial
West Po Grub Misses the Sweet Spot
Senior, Ben Price, will be heading to Chapman University this fall.
Benjamin Price: Senior Sign-Off
Officers stand outside of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Credit: Nuri Vallbona/Reuters
“Never Again,” Again
Image taken from @westpohs on April 11
Courtyard Conundrum
Angel Reese: Unapologetically Black
30 Students Surveyed, Each Color Represents a Different Answer: Light Blue: Keep the Baby; Dark Blue: Give up for Adoption; Red and pink: try to harm self to induce miscarriage; Orange: kill themselves
Women Remain Strong Even When Stripped of Rights
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
September 2023 Horoscopes
September 2023 Horoscopes
“Chromantic” official cover art: Graphic design by Alyssa Hurley.
Student Produced Album “Chromantic” Makes Waves Around Campus
Graphic created by Peter Rainey, emphasizing the production put on by West Po theatre this spring.
Lifting the Curtain of West Po’s Legally Blonde
Photo Credit: Universal Pictures
Super Mario Bros Movie: Let’s-A-No
March Horoscopes
March Horoscopes
Photo Credit: Universal Pictures
Super Mario Bros Movie: Let’s-A-No
The Wires Top 10 Album Picks for 2022
The Wire’s Top 10 Album Picks for 2022
Ben Price, assistant editor-in-chief, chats with director Rian Johnson
For A Laugh: Knives Out 2
Ben Price, assistant editor-in-chief and movie aficionado, has high praise for Avatar 2. Photo by: Miguel Tsang
A $2 Billion Triumph: Avatar 2
Image Courtesy of Amazon Prime Video
Abbott Elementary: A Beyond Promising New Comedy
Students having a blast at prom.
Prom Recap
“Chromantic” official cover art: Graphic design by Alyssa Hurley.
Student Produced Album “Chromantic” Makes Waves Around Campus
WPDT outside of the ESPN Wide World of Sports Arena after competing their Pom dance
West Potomac Dance Team Hits the National Stage
Spirit Week Flyer
A Look Into Glow Dance and Spirit Week
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Father’s Day Gifts
A tardy sweep table located in the hallway of the down stairs New Building.
On Time Or Off The Team: West Po Athletics Adopts A New Attendance Policy
Some Inter fans are furious with the triumph of City, but a lot of City fans think that they deserved to have their first UCL.
Manchester City Complete Treble After 1-0 Win Over Inter Milan
Allison Balladares, senior, poses with her mother following West Potomac’s “Next Level” Signing Ceremony. Photography by Peter Rainey.
Class of 2023’s College Committed Athletes—The Follow Up
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
Angel Reese: Unapologetically Black
Mary Prater in Action
Senior Guard Mary Prater Surpasses 1,000 Career Points
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
The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire
The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

Mollie Shiflett, Co-Editor-in-Chief

In her Senior year at West Po, Mollie Shiflett wants to keep it real. She is Co-Editor-in-Chief of the West Po Wire and has been since sophomore year. She enjoys journalism and baking. She plays soccer for West Po and Gunston U19 travel. She enjoys traveling and her favorite places to visit are Maine and Paris, France. She is looking forward to graduation and moving on to college next year. 

All content by Mollie Shiflett
Educate to Stop the Hate

Educate to Stop the Hate

Mollie Shiflett, Former Editor-in-Chief Class of '22
November 3, 2022
The Last Goodbye

The Last Goodbye

Mollie Shiflett, Editor-In-Chief
May 27, 2022
Source: FCPS School Safety Report Card Data *Numbers in 2019-20 and 2020-21 lower due to COVID Pandemic--less in school data available.

Needed Mental Health Care Scarce as Behavior Issues Concern Staff, Students

Mollie Shiflett, Co-Editor-In-Chief
April 13, 2022
Youngkin Introduces New Education Policies

Youngkin Introduces New Education Policies

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
March 14, 2022
Football Warms Up at West Po

Football Warms Up at West Po

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
August 26, 2021
CAT B Makes History Concrete

CAT B Makes History Concrete

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 10, 2021
Womens History Returns to West Po, Seeks to Widen History Curriculum

Women’s History Returns to West Po, Seeks to Widen History Curriculum

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 8, 2021
The Mayoral Race Taking Place in the Outlands: What You Need to Know

The Mayoral Race Taking Place in the Outlands: What You Need to Know

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
March 16, 2021
Photo Credit: Ms. Andrea Veltman

Teacher Feature: Ms. Andrea Veltman

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
February 9, 2021
From Fort Hunt Herald

West Po, Fairfax County Plan Return Amid Pandemic

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
December 18, 2020
From 270towin.com

Editorial: How My Favorite Color is Being Ruined

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
November 24, 2020
RBG Fought For Equality. Now Its Our Turn.

RBG Fought For Equality. Now It’s Our Turn.

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
October 2, 2020
Heres a link to a story written last year, so you can see what the statue used to look like. https://thewpwire.org/5424/showcase/a-statute-of-confederacy/

Statues Honoring the Confederacy Removed Across Virginia

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 10, 2020
Senior Athlete Profile: Madison Kimberlin

Senior Athlete Profile: Madison Kimberlin

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 1, 2020
Senior Athlete Profile: Allison Thompson

Senior Athlete Profile: Allison Thompson

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 1, 2020
Senior Athlete Profile: Shannon McMaster

Senior Athlete Profile: Shannon McMaster

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 1, 2020
Senior Athlete Profile: Charlotte Krell

Senior Athlete Profile: Charlotte Krell

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
June 1, 2020
Complete Your Census Today on US Census Day

Complete Your Census Today on US Census Day

Mollie Shiflett
April 1, 2020
The yellow portion of the image will be the new additions to the school.

Hammering Out a Deal: Construction Plans are Finalized

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
February 19, 2020
The yellow portion of the image will be the new additions to the school.

Hammering Out a Deal: Construction Plans are Finalized

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
February 14, 2020
Adeline Sauer, sophomore, checks her phone before class begins.

Phone Ban Policy Boosting Engagement at West Po

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
November 18, 2019

Patrons of The Wire

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
May 29, 2019
Wolverine scoreboard preparing to show us on top tonight!

Spring Sports Wrap Up At West Po

Mollie Shiflett, Reporter
May 14, 2019
Reviving Recycling at West Po

Reviving Recycling at West Po

Mollie Shiflett and Carter Ver Hage
May 14, 2019
The rock was painted to mark the beginning of Black History Month by BSU.

Black History Month Hits West Potomac

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
February 8, 2019
Students Win Big at Poetry Contest

Students Win Big at Poetry Contest

Mollie Shiflett, Writer
December 7, 2018
Students Question New Homeroom Curriculum: What About Homework Time?

Students Question New Homeroom Curriculum: What About Homework Time?

Mollie Shiflett, Aisha Jabeen, and Kwabena McGaney-Osei
November 14, 2018
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