As a result of a bipartisan agreement on education policy, Virginia leaders established extensive changes to the state’s K-12 standardized testing system. They are aiming to raise student performance and make the Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments...

“Viva il papa!” the crowd cheers as white smoke emerges from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney. The cardinals have chosen a new pope.  Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost born in Chicago, Illinois, is now officially known as Pope Leo XIV. At just...

Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at age 88.  He died the day after the holiest day of the Christian year, Easter. Easter is when Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Despite Pope Francis’s poor health, he was seen...

Pope Francis has been in the spotlight recently due to concerns over his health. At 88 years old, he has faced many different health challenges including respiratory problems and knee pain. These issues have led to fewer and fewer appearances from the...

Ever needed a morning pick-me-up at school? You're in luck! In the Pulley Center, there is a student run cafe. The Brew-Tea-Ful cafe serves students Wednesday through Friday from 9AM to 11AM. On the menu you will find hot and iced drinks as well as a...

The 2nd quarter starts Oct. 31 and lasts until Jan. 28. During this time, there are 18 scheduled break days. These breaks are mostly spread out throughout the months, with the exception of winter break. The constant breaks, while nice, can also be a challenge...

Is this the year of the women at the 2025 Grammys? Women are leading the way in next year’s Grammy nominations. 2024 has been a massive year for women in pop, with female artists claiming six out of eight nominations for both Album of the Year and Record...

Ms. Erin Brunk, an avid cross-fitter and dog walker, is in her third year of teaching and her second year at West Po. She is an English teacher currently, but has also taught World History at Annandale. Ms. Brunk grew up in a military family, where...

On September 29th, an asteroid will temporarily drift into Earth's orbit and become a “second moon.” Asteroid 2024 PT5 will become a temporary mini moon for about two months. This mini-moon will be in Earth's orbit from September 29th to November...