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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...

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...

Mulling spices, such as this cinnamon orange scented one, are a more natural take on the classic scented candle. Provided by Sarah Putorti.

Opinion: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: The Story Behind Iconic Fall Flavors

Written by Sarah Putorti, Commitee Lead September 22, 2024

As one of the most beloved seasons in the United States, fall is the perfect time of year to sit outside with a cup of hot coffee and watch the leaves change colors. With seasonal essentials like pumpkin...

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...

Picture from workplace allyship panel during the conference. Pictured; Miriam Noble, Tim Finley, Lori Gerber, Jafar Shameem. Photo provided by Tim Finley.

Women’s Leadership

Written by Lilly Soska May 30, 2024

With the passing of International Women’s Month, conscientiousness towards the female experience begins to shift to the back burner for some. Yet for half the human population living the other eleven...

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...

“Tent City” located behind the homeless shelter.  Photo provided by Loudoun County Homeless Shelter.

Poverty in the “Richest County”

Written by Noah Brown May 30, 2024

Loudoun County, a bustling suburb of Washington, DC, is one of America’s wealthiest counties. Loudoun, which is home to one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing data center hubs, generates a...

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...

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