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Officers stand outside of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Credit: Nuri Vallbona/Reuters
Never Again, Again
Students Search for Jobs at School
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
Blossoming tree outside of the cafeteria by the junior lot
Construction Spruces Up the Parking Lot
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
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
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
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
Students Search for Jobs at School
At door 16 students often let each other into the building. This photo was taken at Door 15 during 5th period on April 12.
Students Work Around Under One Roof
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
Students Share Insights at PTSA Open Forum
Photo taken by Phoebe Schultz of Emmie Butler
Admin Cracks Down on Door Opening
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
Students Search for Jobs at School
At door 16 students often let each other into the building. This photo was taken at Door 15 during 5th period on April 12.
Students Work Around Under One Roof
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
Students Share Insights at PTSA Open Forum
Photo taken by Phoebe Schultz of Emmie Butler
Admin Cracks Down on Door Opening
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
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
Serving Up Volleyball for All
Serving Up Volleyball for All
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
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
A Tres Reyes decoration in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico; Photo: Miguel Tsang
The Unseen Importance of El Día de los Tres Reyes
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
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
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
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
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
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
New Athletic Director Takes Reins at West Po
Angel Reese: Unapologetically Black
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
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

Ruth Dean, Writer

Ruth Dean is a senior and co-editor-in-chief for The Wire this year, her third year in a row in this position. She is in her 4th year of Journalism and takes the class to learn more about the media process and loves writing. Her favorite subject in school is history because she likes to understand how events lead to where the world is today. She loves to listen to music and hopes to travel in the future after college. 

All content by Ruth Dean
Pictured is Senior Co-Editor-in-Chief Ruth Dean.

Commencement Letter from the Editor

Ruth Dean, Writer
May 25, 2021
Varsity Girls Lacrosse post win 4/26. The field that Sherrer recalls having memories playing on and wanting to graduate on it.

In Person Graduation is Set for West Po This Year

Ruth Dean, Writer
April 27, 2021

Senior Ticket Lottery for Home Football Game Friday 3/19

Ruth Dean, Writer
March 16, 2021
Data provided by the Fairfax County COVID-19 Vaccine and Registration page on the county website as of 2/17.

Some Teachers Face Vaccination Hardships Amidst Back to School Preparations

Ruth Dean, Writer
February 17, 2021
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

Ruth Dean, Writer
January 8, 2021
Copyright to AMC Theaters logo.

The New “Normal” of Movie Theaters

Ruth Dean, Writer
December 17, 2020
Photo credit to Mr. Bakke.

Teacher Feature: Mr. Bakke

Ruth Dean, Writer
December 1, 2020
SGAs Spirit Week flyer

SpOOky Spirit Week Coming Soon

Ruth Dean, Writer
October 23, 2020
Photo credit to Juliette Fore. Fore is pictured at the front of the Supreme Court.

West Potomac Students Say Goodbye to RBG One Last Time

Ruth Dean, Writer
October 1, 2020

Thoughts from the Editor

Ruth Dean, Witer
February 14, 2020
Juniors Jake Cooper and Sean Curtin in team huddle during game.

West Po Students Coach the Next Generation

Ruth Dean, Writer
February 14, 2020
Picture was taken in 2017 at Zoo Lights. Photo credit to Ruth Dean.

Holiday Happenings in the Area

Ruth Dean, Writer
December 3, 2019

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

Ruth Dean, Writer
November 18, 2019

Cultural Exchange Program Offered

Ruth Dean, Writer
November 8, 2019

Football Game 10/11 Announcement

Ruth Dean, Reporter
October 11, 2019
Photo from Senior Nicole Booth. Junior girls before last years powder puff.

Powder Puff is Kicked Out

Ruth Dean and Lila Reidy
October 10, 2019
Christine OHara, West Po Senior, Wins Prestigious Journalism Award for Parkland Commentary

Christine O’Hara, West Po Senior, Wins Prestigious Journalism Award for Parkland Commentary

Ruth Dean, Reporter
May 24, 2019
Pictured is the Cherry blossoms last year in full bloom along the basin.

Cherry Blossom Festival takes the spotlight in D.C.

Ruth Dean, Writer
March 25, 2019
The Government Shutdown Reached West Po Familes

The Government Shutdown Reached West Po Familes

Ruth Dean, Writer
February 25, 2019
Mr. Reves pictured next to some of his many movie posters around his classroom.

Teacher Feature: Mr. Reves

Ruth Dean, Writer
February 12, 2019
Dress Rehearsal day in the main auditorium. Pictured are (bottom left to right) Rylie Heiser, Anna Penkiunas, Paige Schoeffel. (Standing left to right) Halley Roy, Grace Bauman, Eva Hunter, Fiona Walsh. Photo credit to Charlotte Krell.

Nutcracker Leaps Its Way Into The Spotlight

Ruth Dean, Writer
November 28, 2018
Midterm Mania for Election Day

Midterm Mania for Election Day

Robert Stewart, Ruth Dean, and Vivian Baxter
November 6, 2018
Peace, Love, and Groove: Hippie Homecoming Coming Soon

Peace, Love, and Groove: Hippie Homecoming Coming Soon

Ruth Dean, Reporter
September 20, 2018
Kuznetsovs bird celebration after his overtime game winning goal to clench the series victory.

Capitals Curse Breaks, West Potomac Rejoices

Ruth Dean, Reporter
May 11, 2018
Teacher Feature: Dr. Sukalo

Teacher Feature: Dr. Sukalo

Ruth Dean, Reporter
April 12, 2018
Movie Review: Love, Simon

Movie Review: Love, Simon

Ruth Dean, Reporter
March 28, 2018

Snow, School, Students: A Struggle

Ruth Dean, Reporter
January 25, 2018
Freshman Lauren Koelsh doing homework before her JV basketball game.

School+Sports=Struggle: Freshmen Perspectives

Ruth Dean, Reporter
December 16, 2017
Dickeys BBQ iced tea

A Mission to Find the Best Iced Tea

Ruth Dean, Reporter
November 3, 2017
Fort Belvoirs 21st Annual Oktoberfest One of the best ever

Fort Belvoir’s 21st Annual Oktoberfest “One of the best ever”

Ruth Dean, Writer
October 25, 2017
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