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SPORTS
The top 12 runners on the season made it to States, with the top seven runners on the Girls Cross Country team running in the championship-winning race. The unyielding support from teammates on the sidelines was a huge help to those racing.
Girls Cross Country wins States
Anne Foote and Robbie Kugler • November 16, 2022
Athletes new to crew learn how to row during the first week of green days. They will eventually be the ones to carry on the rivalry with Langley.
A rivalry spanning a decade
Madison Bell, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022
Pictured above is student Alex, who partook in a quest to see how many suit jackets he could wear.
Homecoming: a fun-filled excursion
Ben Bradfield and Madison Bell • October 7, 2022
  • West Springfield
    28
    South County
    48
    Nov 18 / Varsity Football
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    29
    Hayfield
    10
    Nov 11 / Varsity Football
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    30
    Fairfax
    55
    Nov 4 / Varsity Football
  • West Springfield
    35
    West Potomac
    28
    Oct 28 / Varsity Football
  • West Springfield
    2
    Robinson
    3
    Oct 25 / Field Hockey
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    34
    Alexandria
    3
    Oct 22 / Varsity Football
  • West Springfield
    3
    Falls Church
    2
    Oct 19 / Field Hockey
  • West Springfield
    0
    Fairfax
    4
    Oct 17 / Field Hockey
  • West Springfield
    28
    South County
    35
    Oct 14 / Varsity Football
  • West Springfield
    3
    South County
    0
    Oct 13 / Girls Volleyball
Letter to the editor
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VIEWPOINT
Last December, students walked out in support of Fairfax High School student Ekran Mohamed who had her headscarf taken off while assaulted by another student. Students stood in solidarity with the notion that a woman’s choice to wear hijab should never be met with violence.
Keep politics away from the hijab
Anisha Iqbal, Editor-in-Chief • November 10, 2022

Ongoing protests in Iran have sparked current conversations about the role of government in policing women’s attire. The choice of hijab, especially,...

Junior Madeline Brumbaugh sits fatigued in her LS. The current learning seminar contributes significantly to boredom among students.
The not-Learning Seminar
Editorial • November 10, 2022
Sophomore Peter O’Toole promises that if he becomes dictator of the Student Government Association (SGA), he would force his will unopposed.
The best ticket of the year: Peter O'Toole 2023
Taylor King, ETC. Editor • November 10, 2022
FEATURES
Teacher Daniel Adu playing football as a senior at WS. Adu would go on to play at James Madison University and loved his time as a student athlete.
Staff Spotlight: Daniel Adu
Luke Yates, Oracle Online Manager • November 10, 2022

Special Education teacher Daniel Adu, a Class of 2017 graduate, returned to WS this school year. While teaching at an alma mater is not unheard...

WS seniors Ainsley Ittig and Amanda Harris groom a dog for their Veterinary Science 2 Academy class at Edison High School. In addition to bathing, they examine, brush, and clean the dog, which allows them to practice restraint skills and experience hands-on learning.
Academy classes provide unique opportunities
Naila Adimi, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022
SASA officers (left to right) Hiba Khalid, Ishi Velpula, and Sarayu Jilludumudi begin planning for their first club meeting.
The SASA: launching an accepting environment for South Asian Students
Jemmima Faruque, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022
ENTERTAINMENT
Evan Peters stars in “Monster: the Jeffrey Dahmer Story” which has a record watch time of over 3.7 billion streaming minutes.
The Dahmer dilemma
Christina Nies, Head Copy Editor • November 10, 2022

The release of Netflix’s “Monster: the Jeffrey Dahmer Story” has captivated global audiences  with its detailed portrayal of maniacal...

Junior Sylvia McCauley poses with her collection of Taylor Swift merchandise including a 1989 sweatshirt, folklore vinyl record, and a Midnights CD.
Theories about Taylor Swift spiral out of control
Blythe Steahly, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022
“Black Panther” was an influential film to people of color in the United States and around the world. Fans anticipate the sequel will continue on the legacy and impact the first movie had. “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” releases in theaters November 11.
A look back on Black Panther's impact
Leah Abraham, Head Copy Editor • November 10, 2022
ETC.
At 17 years apart, married couple George Clooney (61 years old) and Amal Clooney (44 years old) attend the London premiere of Ticket to Paradise.
Five or 15 years, it’s still weird
Abigail Yonas, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022
Following Halloween, fun ways to dispose of pumpkins include throwing them into the garden in hopes of a small pumpkin patch, pumpkin throwing competition or easily composting the gourd.
Fun fall festivities
Anne Foote, Entertainment Editor • November 10, 2022
Sophomore Mat Hemmer gave a speech in retaliation towards Governor Glenn Youngkin’s new policies regarding transgender students. They spoke about a friend of theirs that was bullied to the point of suicide and discussed the importance of creating a safe environment for LGBTQ+ youth.
Student protest faces resistance
Abigail Beyene, Editor-in-Chief • November 10, 2022
As of this year, the counselors offices have been spread out throughout the school with their subschool numbers displayed near the door.
Seniors' schedules bring stress to the new year
Abigail Beyene, Editor-In-Chief • September 29, 2022

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