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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
New tardy policy is hoping to keep halls clear.
New Tardy Policy Takes Effect
State Quarterfinal Flier Design by Peter Rainey with photography from Marcus Relacion.
West Potomac Girls Basketball Sees Season Close in State Quarterfinals
Picture, courtesy of West Po Journalist Roger Velasquez
Spring Sports Try-Outs Ongoing
Boys Bathrooms in New Building Close Again
Boys’ Bathrooms in New Building Close Again
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
Flyer promoting the New English Elective: LGBTQIA+ Perspectives in Literature
West Po adds a New Queer Elective for the Coming School Year
Regionals-bound students posing with their winning projects Photo: Ms. Scheel
Students Soar in Science Fair
Picture, courtesy of West Po Journalist Roger Velasquez
Spring Sports Try-Outs Ongoing
PSAT/NMSQT symbol from the college board website. Below the story name West Potomacs 11 Commended Students.
National Merit Commended Scholar Process Scrutinized Across Northern VA
Akosua Adoma Owusu gets ready to present Bus Nut Photo: Ben Price
Celebrated Alexandria Filmmaker Visits West Po
Picture, courtesy of West Po Journalist Roger Velasquez
Spring Sports Try-Outs Ongoing
Graphic design from Peter Rainey with photography from Sean Daros
West Po Boys Basketball Lies a Win Away From States
Graphic design by Peter Rainey with photography from Aldo Razo, Shariez Salman, and Sean Daros
West Potomac Boys Basketball Looks to Repeat as District Tournament Champions
Graphic design from Peter Rainey with photography from Sean Daros
West Potomac Boys Basketball Prepares to Open Postseason Play
Entrance to the prayer room, located in the library, with the times that it is open to students-11:10 - 1:15 daily.
Universal Prayer Room Open for Ramadan
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
A sign discouraging students against parking lot misdeeds in West Potomacs lot, located behind the Gunston building.
New Parking Lot Causes Trouble For Staff
Pi for Pie Day poster spread on The Wires socials (@thewpwire) encourages West Po students to compete in the competition
Pi for Pie Day
Akosua Adoma Owusu gets ready to present Bus Nut Photo: Ben Price
Celebrated Alexandria Filmmaker Visits West Po
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
Entrance to the prayer room, located in the library, with the times that it is open to students-11:10 - 1:15 daily.
Universal Prayer Room Open for Ramadan
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
A sign discouraging students against parking lot misdeeds in West Potomacs lot, located behind the Gunston building.
New Parking Lot Causes Trouble For Staff
Pi for Pie Day poster spread on The Wires socials (@thewpwire) encourages West Po students to compete in the competition
Pi for Pie Day
Flyer promoting the New English Elective: LGBTQIA+ Perspectives in Literature
West Po adds a New Queer Elective for the Coming School Year
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
Pi for Pie Day poster spread on The Wires socials (@thewpwire) encourages West Po students to compete in the competition
Pi for Pie Day
Meritfinalist Saira Nagda: Photo courtesy of Co-Editor In Chief Benjamin Price
West Potomac Semifinalists Advance to the NMSC Finals
Mary Prater in Action
Senior Guard Mary Prater Surpasses 1,000 Career Points
Ms. Terry pictured with Dr. Millard
Shari Terry Crowned West Po’s Teacher of the Year
Wellness Day schedule (Credit: Janelle Kwatia)
Why Wellness Day is Important
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
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
Serving Up Volleyball for All
Serving Up Volleyball for All
Save Us Now: Regulate Guns
A Tres Reyes decoration in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico; Photo: Miguel Tsang
The Unseen Importance of El Día de los Tres Reyes
Alum Reports from 1st Semester at College
Alum Reports from 1st Semester at College
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
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
A Tres Reyes decoration in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico; Photo: Miguel Tsang
The Unseen Importance of El Día de los Tres Reyes
Alum Reports from 1st Semester at College
Alum Reports from 1st Semester at College
Educate to Stop the Hate
Educate to Stop the Hate
The Last Goodbye
The Last Goodbye
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
March Horoscopes
March Horoscopes
Akosua Adoma Owusu gets ready to present Bus Nut Photo: Ben Price
Celebrated Alexandria Filmmaker Visits West Po
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
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
Courtesy of Marvel Studios
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review-More of a Tribute Than a Continuation
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
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
State Quarterfinal Flier Design by Peter Rainey with photography from Marcus Relacion.
West Potomac Girls Basketball Sees Season Close in State Quarterfinals
Picture, courtesy of West Po Journalist Roger Velasquez
Spring Sports Try-Outs Ongoing
Graphic design from Peter Rainey with photography from Sean Daros
West Po Boys Basketball Lies a Win Away From States
Graphic design by Peter Rainey with photography from Aldo Razo, Shariez Salman, and Sean Daros
West Potomac Boys Basketball Looks to Repeat as District Tournament Champions
Graphic design from Peter Rainey with photography from Sean Daros
West Potomac Boys Basketball Prepares to Open Postseason Play
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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