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Pope Francis getting wheeled out of the hospital, waving to people celebrating his discharge.
Pope Francis Discharged from Hospital Just Weeks Before Easter
Renovations to the old Mount Vernon Rec Center have been ongoing for several months. Students passing by the construction can now easily notice the major changes and design features added to the previously plain building.
A New Addition to the West Po Community
Trump’s Deportation Plans Become a Harsh Reality
Trump’s Deportation Plans Become a Harsh Reality
Winsome Sears (Left) and Abigail Spanberger (Right) are vying for the title of Virginia Governor
Virginia Prepares for State Elections as Primaries Approach
The League of Women Voters brings pre-registration to West Po students.
High School Voter Registration Drive Comes to West Po
When students arrive to school more than 15 minutes late, they are required to check in at the attendance desk before going to class.
West Po Students Late to the Party?
All levels from beginner to experienced are welcomed at the crochet club. Photo: Amy Wheeler
Ms. Wheeler’s Crochet Club Unites Students in Creativity
Brew-Tea-Ful Cafe
Brew-Tea-Ful Cafe
Camille Milks educating students on how to pre-register to vote.
Reflection on HSVR Drive
Cellphone Policy Remains Murky
Cellphone Policy Remains Murky
Renovations to the old Mount Vernon Rec Center have been ongoing for several months. Students passing by the construction can now easily notice the major changes and design features added to the previously plain building.
A New Addition to the West Po Community
Winsome Sears (Left) and Abigail Spanberger (Right) are vying for the title of Virginia Governor
Virginia Prepares for State Elections as Primaries Approach
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
The WP Wire’s horoscope writer, Alexis Haymon, senior, has been charting our course to the stars. She graduates this May.
Writer Gave Star Guidance for 2+ Years
A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC
A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC
Camille Milks educating students on how to pre-register to vote.
Reflection on HSVR Drive
The poster of the WP Wire Pi Day Contest, took place on March 14 and high 101-digit steak!
West Potomac Wire Pi Day Contest Wraps Up with Impressive 101-Digit Streak
The League of Women Voters brings pre-registration to West Po students.
High School Voter Registration Drive Comes to West Po
The poster of the WP Wire Pi Day Contest, took place on March 14 and high 101-digit steak!
West Potomac Wire Pi Day Contest Wraps Up with Impressive 101-Digit Streak
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
A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC
A Tour Through the Lesser Known Museums of DC
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 Report on Education, From an Inside Man
Afghan Girls and Women Lost Rights to Education
Don't Tune Out
Don’t Tune Out
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
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
Don't Tune Out
Don’t Tune Out
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
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Student Cartoons of the Week: 5/29-6/4
Spring Wolverine Horoscopes
Introducing... Once on This Island!
Introducing… Once on This Island!
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
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
Spring Sports Season Off to Exciting Start
Spring Sports Season Off to Exciting Start
Florida comes back from a 12 point deficit to win their Third National Championship
Florida Defeats Houston to win Their Third National Championship
Photo Credit: WKRG News 5
Alex Ovechkin Passes Wayne Gretzky As The NHL’s All Time Goal Scorer
The Final Four teams in the NCAA Tournament. Auburn, Florida, Duke, and Houston
March Madness with all Ones: Who can win it all?
JV Boys Soccer Team Looking Optimistic About 2025 Season
JV Boys Soccer Team Looking Optimistic About 2025 Season
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)
The student voice of West Potomac High School

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The student voice of West Potomac High School

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All levels from beginner to experienced are welcomed at the crochet club. Photo: Amy Wheeler

Ms. Wheeler’s Crochet Club Unites Students in Creativity

Belen Estrada, Reporter
April 10, 2025

The Crochet Club at West Potomac has become a gathering place for students over the past three years, combining creativity with productivity. Established during the pandemic, the club has blossomed into...

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