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The Woodgrove Outlander

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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...

The vocabulary of today's youth is being perpetually influenced by the usage of these various social media platforms. Photo Provided by Ava Welsh.

The “Brain Rot” Epidemic

Written by Ava Welsh, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

As more and more youth consume media on various platforms including Youtube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and the original 15 second video app, Tiktok, slang terms continue to emerge and integrate into the...

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...

Corrado meeting Rosie Mae Krier in-person in Washington D.C. for the Congressional Medal of Honor event on April 10. Photo provided by Kate Corrado.

Rosie the Riveter Monument Initiative

Written by William Den Herder, Editor In Chief May 30, 2024

Washington D.C. is home to hundreds of monuments and memorials, but you can count the number of them dedicated to women on one hand. Even though women make up half of history, there are only two sub-monuments...

Abbey Lane delivering a pitch during a home game earlier this year. Photo provided by Viva Loudoun.

Dominance in the Dugout

Written by Claire Hudak May 30, 2024

Throughout Woodgroves school history, the Softball team has been the team to beat. Their stored history is filled with triumphs, championships, and a reputation for being one of the most successful teams...

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...

A “We’re All Human” mural capstone in the main hallway. Photo provided by Sam Douglas.

The Craze Over Capstones

Written by Sam Douglas May 30, 2024

Capstones have become a staple around Woodgrove. They adorn the hallway walls and are present throughout the campus. Every year, the majority of the senior class says goodbye to their tenure at Woodgrove...

Ms. Gina Bingaman sitting at her desk in her classroom L604.  Photo provided by Mrs. Chelsea Dyke.

Day in the Life of Ms. Bingaman

Written by Morgan Carreiro and Sam Douglas May 30, 2024

Some would say Ms. Gina Bingaman has done it all. She is in her 23rd year of teaching, and is a Woodgrove original, teaching at the school since its opening in 2010. Bingaman started her career in the...

A graphic depicting student employment at Woodgrove. Photo provided by Shaelyn Wheeler.

Unemployment Within Woodgrove

Written by John Hays and Shae Wheeler May 30, 2024

Recently, the unemployment rate dropped to 3.8 percent, which is the longest stretch it has been below four percent in over 50 years. The labor market has been booming so far in 2024, which is helping...

Mrs. Pruzina’s composite card, used as marketing for acting jobs. Photo provided by Beverly Pruzina.

Before the Classroom: Beverly Pruzina

Written by Sophie Mason, Online Editor May 28, 2024

Ms. Beverly Pruzina has been Woodgrove High School’s theater director for several years. She brings a high level of professionalism to both her classroom and the stage. Despite being a theater director...

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