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Heathers: The Cult Classic Strutting to West Potomac

Vivian Baxter, Writer
January 31, 2019

Heathers is a Broadway production inspired by the original film placed in the 80’s, and is now being brought to West Potomac High School this week by our school’s theater department. The...

Strange Smell in Upstairs Quander

Matthew Hanley, Writer
January 18, 2018

Around 1:50 PM an unusual smell was noticed in the upstairs Quander building. The smell has been described as burning rubber or plastic and is being investigated by school officials.

What is a “Springbanker?”

Evelyn Dibbell and Matthew Hanley
March 7, 2017

The moment you walk into Springbank you are hit with the smell of paint, the sound of music, and the joyful laughter of students exploring the fine arts. Springbank is home to most of the unique fine arts...

What Is the Academy?

Evelyn Dibell and Matthew Hanley
February 8, 2017

When choosing your classes for your upcoming year at West Potomac, you will have the option to sign up for an Academy class. According to The West Potomac Academy website, the “West Potomac Academy is...

A Look at the “Battle of the Highway: West Potomac v. Mount Vernon”

Madison Davis, Kristina Gulczewski, and Omar Rahim
November 9, 2016

This past Friday, the West Potomac varsity football team faced off against long-time rival Mount Vernon in a head-to-head battle for a playoff spot, with the Wolverines snagging a victory of 45-14 over...

Senior Jackson Kosmacki Takes Love for Films One Step Further

Andrea Lugo, Reporter
May 1, 2016

When senior Jackson Kosmacki isn’t at baseball practice or doing his homework, he can be found writing, filming, and editing short films, which he produces frequently. He is currently enrolled in the...

First Annual West Potomac Ghost Tours Tell Students of ‘Spooky’ Past

Shahtaj Ali, Reporter
November 25, 2015

West Potomac High School’s students recently had the pleasure of being regaled with spooky stories about their school on Nov. 4 and 5, during Wolverine Time. Teachers Kelsey McGlynn, Mary Mathewson,...

New Policies Affect Counselors’ Availability During the School Day

Wingel Caburian, Reporter
November 24, 2015

Imagine it’s been a few days since school has started and you want to switch out of your AP or honors class because it’s more difficult than you thought it would be. You head to your counselor's office...

Wolverines Lose Against West Springfield After Rain Delay, 28-9

Daniel Rayder, Reporter
October 15, 2015

Last Friday, as dark storm clouds gathered above the field, the West Potomac varsity football team prepared to square off against the formidable West Springfield Spartans. However, before their warm-ups...