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The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

The student voice of West Potomac High School

The Wire

The Generational Problem of Race in Our Schools

The Generational Problem of Race in Our Schools

Mia Slone, Business Manager Jun 12, 2017

Inequalities have existed in our society for thousands of years; from kings versus the serfs in medieval times, to slavery and gender inequality. We still face implications of past prejudices today. Given that these inequalities that are still prominent,...

Courtesy: Mackenzie Knowles-Coursin for the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

Bearing Witness to What Actually Is Going On

Claudia Santa Anna, Copy-Editor May 1, 2016

Whether you realize it or not, the media is constantly shaping your beliefs and basic views every day. From what you hear about on the news, to the short, clickbait Buzzfeed-esque articles that are scattered around the Internet, what the media is talking...

Seniors heading out early to beat the parking lot traffic jam.

Small Privilege: Seniors Leaving “Early”

Katie Dickinson, Staff Reporter Dec 2, 2013

I have noticed that being dismissed early is frequently a senior privilege at high schools around the country. This common perk allows seniors to leave school a few minutes earlier than the remainder of the students. The exact time and how many days they...

A rape victim displays her poster with lyrics from Thicke's "Blurred Lines."

Blurring Between Lyrics and A Lifestyle

Jensen Wainwright, Focus Editor Oct 31, 2013

The line, “I know you want it” has somehow snuck its way into everyone's ears this summer, but with Robin Thicke’s summer hit “Blurred Lines,” do you really know what you’re listening to? “Blurred Lines” is singlehandedly promoting rape...

One of the new drink machines, stocked with diet sodas, flavored waters, and juices

Big Change for WestPo Soda Machines

Noor Javaid, Opinions Editor Oct 31, 2013

After a long walk or eating some chocolate in the hallways, one needs a beverage to quench their thirst. Usually a West Potomac student would go up to the nearest vending machine to find a fizzy drink or soda. But this year, however, the Fairfax County...