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https://thewpwire.org/8984/uncategorized/the-last-dance/
I had no idea we had a school newspaper until I got an urgent text from my friend Hana begging everyone in the group chat to check out her feature article on Madame Safavi, a French teacher who isn’t at West Po anymore. Of course, I was happy for her, but I’d be lying if...
https://thewpwire.org/8996/opinion/editorial/journalism-kids-are-a-different-breed-man/
I’ve been at West Po for three long and exhausting years, so trying to tie my entire high school career and journalism into a bow like this is difficult. I’ve taken my last few months to reflect, not only on high school but my life in general and I’ve noticed one thing that has stayed...
Graduation this year for West Potomac class of 2024 will be held at George Mason University’s EagleBank Arena on June 11th starting at 2PM, instead of at West Potomac. This year is the first time West Po has had a graduation ceremony at a different school. This isn’t the only school that’s hol...
https://thewpwire.org/9046/news/fcps-employees-vote-on-collective-bargaining/
Over the next week, FCPS employees will be voting for the first time on whether to be represented by unions in collective bargaining. If the election succeeds it would mark a major victory for teachers unions in one of the nation’s largest school districts and would be a big addition to a wave of ...
https://thewpwire.org/9021/news/local-philanthropists-illuminate-wolverine-green/
Ever thought about how long Wolverine Green has been at West Ppo for? In 2016 a group of individuals from the school and community decided to raise money for the West Ppo community, which resulted in the Wolverine Green. Many parents and students helped fund this area, including Sue Bernstein who wa...
https://thewpwire.org/8951/ae/changes-in-latitude-and-attitudes-without-jimmy-buffet-this-summer/
For thousands of fans in Northern Virginia called Parrotheads, summer’s biggest party has been the annual Jimmy Buffet concert at Jiffy L**e Live (formerly Nissan Pavilion). His shows encouraged fans to be silly and fun wearing Hawaiian shirts, pretending to be landsharks or pirates or maybe even ...
https://thewpwire.org/8956/news/local-olympic-stars-to-shine-in-the-city-of-lights-this-summer/
It’s one of the most watched sporting events in the world, where the best of the best compete against each other. Rivals turned teammates try to win gold for their country. This year the 2024 Summer Olympic Games will be held in the city of lights, Paris. With stunning views, Paris is planning to ...
https://thewpwire.org/8935/uncategorized/teacher-feature-mr-riley/
Mr. Daniel Riley is in his third year teaching at West Potomac, all through the Career and Technical Education department. During his last three years at West Po, he has taught sports marketing, sports management, marketing, entrepreneurship and also economics and personal finance. Mr. Riley’s fam...
https://thewpwire.org/8909/humans-of-west-potomac/teacher-feature-dr-hany/
Originally from Egypt, Dr. Hany Eldeib is starting his first year as a math teacher at West Po.. He came to America for the first time in 1978 for a summer internship, and ended up coming back and staying for college at the University of Virginia, Dr. Hany graduated with a bachelors and masters in.....
https://thewpwire.org/8803/news/demonstration-against-drag/
Saturday, May 4th, 2024, protesters assembled at the West Potomac sign by the entrance of the Springbank parking lot. These protesters held signs saying things like “An innocent child is a happy child” and “Education not indoctrination.” The protest began sometime before 10 a.m. with more in...
https://thewpwire.org/8971/ae/kendrick-v-drake-and-the-global-reach-of-not-like-us/
Two heavy hitters in hip hop, Kendrick Lamar and Drake have seemingly had an underlying and bubbling beef since 2013, a year marked by Kendrick’s bold artistry being shown with his feature in Big Sean’s song “Control”, where he calls out the entire rap game and his 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards To...
Editor-in-Chief Phoebe Shultz Signing Off.
When I first signed up for journalism, I didn’t know what to expect. I added journalism as an elective after meeting with my counselor over a mess-up in my freshman-year schedule. Classes were slim pickings, but thankfully there was room in 5th period Journalism 1. In such uncertain times, I was e...
Mr. Chapman retires today. He shared some parting thoughts in an Op-Ed.
When I moved to DC in 2009 from Richmond VA, I drew a circle on a map and decided to teach at a Virginia school within about a half hour commute of my house in Capitol Hill. WPHS won for obvious reasons. I always wonder if students at West Po realize what a great school...
The Summer Print Edition of The WP Wire was delivered yesterday in advisory. So many great stories! Please support West Po Journalism! Message us for info about sponsoring or advertising.
If you’ve recently passed by the intersection of Fort Hunt and Belle View, the main thing that sticks out is the great progress that’s being made on the Mount Vernon Rec Center. It’s been closed since January of last year, but it’s clear that the construction crew has been making good time. ...
https://thewpwire.org/8962/academics/kopp-wins-peace-award/
With the war in Gaza, campus protests, and the recent rise of antisemitism around the country, the entire Jewish community is at the center of current events. In order to understand this we sat down with Eli Kopp who is a winner of the 18th annual FCPS Peace Award and the current leader of our...
Updated Senior Decisions Map!
It’s May 15! Take a look at where some of our West Po Seniors will be headed next year. Don’t see your destination for next year?? DM us and we’ll update the map! 🗺️
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Kinky Boots came to the West Potomac Auditorium on April 26th, 2024. In doing so, it has gifted the community with a flamboyant presentation of expression, pride, and acceptance. Kinky Boots is a musical based off of the film Kinky Boots. The musical follows the story of a shoe factory owner, Charli...
https://thewpwire.org/8646/ae/horoscopes/april-horoscopes/
Welcome to April, Wolverines! We have a plethora of exciting things happening among the stars this month. I hope you’re enjoying the astrological new year, which began March 19th – also the first day of spring and Aries season. We’re celebrating the start of a brand new astral calendar and ope...
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https://thewpwire.org/8649/features/student-life/administration-cracks-down-on-attendance/
For about a month, West Po has cracked down on attendance, instating new late-to-class policies and working to limit hallway traffic while in class. With the beginning of the school year, West Po athletics adopted a new attendance policy regarding absences and tardies. Now, admin has taken a new rou...
https://thewpwire.org/8658/uncategorized/wolverines-7-on-7-rushes-football-to-spring/
In the wake of the recent basketball frenzy and with West Potomac spring sports starting up, football will also be in the air. Early football workouts will begin on the stadium field. With the loss of 27 seniors next year the Wolverines need our young talent to get to work early. The Wolverines face...
https://thewpwire.org/8598/opinion/editorial/disinformation-continues-to-fuel-anti-lgbtq-sentiment/
The LGBTQ+ community has gained greater recognition in recent years. Movies and TV shows feature q***r characters with greater frequency and less pushback, Gay-Straight Alliances have changed to the more inclusive Gender and Sexuality Alliances, and openly q***r politicians hold seats in the U.S. Ho...
Advisory La Liga: https://thewpwire.org/8628/sports/introduciendo-la-liga-de-west-po/
https://thewpwire.org/8624/sports/advisory-students-score-with-la-liga/
There’s a new reason to come to class for a whole lot of Wolverines. La Liga, a new intramural soccer league will be played during the 2nd half of advisory. La Liga will include eight separate teams that will be separated by color. Each team will be led by Captains and team managers along with...
Guest Editorial by Jill Humphries and Olivia Jones. Great to read before watching the games tonight!
https://thewpwire.org/8665/sports/will-the-explosion-in-the-popularity-of-womens-sports-spread-to-the-stands/
Hello, everyone! The Spring print edition of The Wire was distributed in advisory today. Special thanks to The Virginia Florist in Belle View Shopping Center for advertising with us and supporting student journalism. Maybe think about giving them a call for prom flowers? https://thevirginiaflorist.com/
https://thewpwire.org/8561/sports/march-madness-bracket-challenge-begins/
This March Madness, students can win an ice-cream extravaganza for their advisory with The WP Wire Bracket Challenge! Students will be choosing the winner(s) of 64 team bracket(s). For a refresher on March Madness, read this background story at https://thewpwire.org/8470/sports/an-intro-to-march-mad...
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