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The Woodgrove Outlander

Walter Wolverine riding a motorcycle in the school parking lot. Photo provided by John Hays.

Behind the Mask of Woodgrove’s Furry Friend

Written by Vivien Wohlfeil, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

What Woodgrove football fan has twenty claws and a tail? No, it’s not Dr. Shipp, it’s Walter! Always there to cheer on the team, Walter Wolverine, the school mascot, brings school spirit and life to...

The Marching Band practicing their music during Band Camp. Photo provided by Nathan Nocon.

Marching Band Marches Through Band Camp

Written by Lilian Dougherty, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

The Marching Wolverines are always seen at football games. However, to most, it is not known that they start practicing for the fall a month before school starts. Starting on July 29th and going through...

Starbucks pumpkin flavored drinks and pastries. Photo provided by Augusta Beekman.

Return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte

Written by Augusta Beekman, Social Media Manager September 22, 2024

August 22 marks the end of summer and the start of a new school year for Loudoun County Public School students. August 22 also marks when Starbucks brings back their pumpkin and autumn flavored drinks...

The old music set up and aux cord, located in a library closet. Photo Provided by Jennie-Kate Hannis.

Friday Hallway Music’s New Sound

Written by Jennie-Kate Hannis, Online Editor September 22, 2024

A Friday passing period at Woodgrove is not complete without the soft sound of a well-known tune airing through the hallways. The Friday hallway music, a staple of pre-weekend excitement for many years...

Attendees of the Fellowship Club's first meeting of the school year. Photo provided by Katie Tully.

The Up-and-Coming, the Underground, and the O.G.s: Woodgrove Expansive Club Collection

Written by Sophie Mason, Online Editor September 22, 2024

Woodgrove’s annual fall club fair was held Thursday, September 5th in the auxiliary gym to promote student involvement in both new and existing clubs. While some may see this as a time to mingle with...

Women in S.T.E.M. presenting to 8th graders about their club at the 8th Grade Expo Day. Photo provided by Augusta Beekman.

Women in S.T.E.M.

Written by Augusta Beekman, Social Media Manager May 30, 2024

Women in S.T.E.M is a female led club at Woodgrove that brings high school students together over their shared interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. Senior Charlotte Hannis and sponsor...

Woodgrove’s winners of various awards from the science fair. Photo provided by Jennie-Kate Hannis.

A New Age of Independent Science Research

Written by Lilly Soska May 28, 2024

“I love ISR” is not a sentence that many expect a student to willingly tell others. Yet, ISR is not the infamous In-School Restriction consequence, but quite the opposite. Independent Science Research...

The class of 2025’s Instagram account announces the highly-anticipated prom theme for this semester. Photo provided by @woodgrove_2025 Instagram page.

Prom 2024 is Right Around the Corner!

Written by Ava Welsh, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

  Prom season is right around the corner and juniors and seniors throughout the county are coordinating groups, making reservations, picking outfits, and discussing ideas for the highly anticipated...

Students pile their “hours of endless scrolling devices” on a desk for the day. Photo provided by Mya Haines.

Attack of the “Screen-agers”

Written by Mya Haines and Jillian Lewis March 21, 2024

Teenagers are spending an increased amount of time on electronic devices being entertained through social media, giving them the infamous title, “Screen-agers.” Phone usage for teenage students has...

Senior Emily Tran competing in a track meet. Photo provided by Emily Tran.

Freshman Asked, Seniors Answers: Athlete Edition

Written by Augusta Beekman, Social Media Manager March 21, 2024

With the second semester underway, senior year is almost over. Senior student athletes look back at the time they have had with their teams at Woodgrove. These students have to learn how to balance their...

Students resting in class. Photo provided by Sophie Mason.

Working ‘Round the Clock

Written by Sophie Mason, Online Editor March 21, 2024

Something high schoolers hear all too often is to go to bed earlier, wake up earlier, or to “stop being lazy.” This is easier said than done. Do teenagers even have control over when they feel tired?...

This infographic details how to save money on your Spotify account. Infographic provided by Andrew Towe.

Scholarly Savings

Written by Andrew Towe March 18, 2024

Dual enrollment or “DE” courses are classes in which students participate in a college level curriculum and receive community college credits. These classes are backed almost entirely by different...

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