West Springfield High School Newspaper

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West Springfield High School Newspaper

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West Springfield High School Newspaper

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SPORTS
Pictured above is the rifle team after they won the Regional Championships in the Potomac Rifle high school league. It was the highest honor of the season and Val Thrasher was a part of the coaching staff.
Rifle coach’s grand departure
Anne Foote, Sports Editor • April 18, 2022
The success of transgender collegiate swimmer Lia Thomas has reignited debate both within and outside the world of sports.
Transgender swimmer sparks controversy
Robert Morrison, Staff Writer • April 13, 2022
The club is pictured during their first unofficial practice. The club has hosted unofficial meetings in which they just brief the students on the sport, but as of right now, all practices will be unofficial per FCPS’s wishes.
Ultimate Frisbee Club tosses itself at Spartans
Abigail Beyene, Editor-in-Chief • April 12, 2022
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    1
    Edison
    2
    Mar 24 / Boys Varsity Soccer
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    9
    Lake Braddock
    2
    Mar 22 / Varsity Softball
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    7
    Yorktown
    8
    Mar 21 / Girls Varsity Lacrosse
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    5
    Fairfax
    0
    Mar 18 / Varsity Softball
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    Falls Church
    7
    Mar 18 / Girls Varsity Lacrosse
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    2
    Mount Vernon
    0
    Mar 17 / Boys Varsity Soccer
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    4
    Washington-Liberty
    3
    Mar 16 / Varsity Softball
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    2
    Robinson
    7
    Mar 16 / Girls Varsity Tennis
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    4
    Robinson
    5
    Mar 16 / Boys Varsity Tennis
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    7
    Yorktown
    8
    Mar 15 / Varsity Softball
VIEWPOINT
A typical CharacterStrong lesson might include this sort of picture guessing game in order to spark creativity and cooperation. Students, however, would much rather use LS 4 to catch up on homework.
Mindfulness fails to mind students’ mental health
Riley Zimmerman, Contributor • April 13, 2022

WS decided to change their Learning Seminar schedule, with LS 4 now being every blue day. A new mindfulness program, CharacterStrong, is also...

The compensation study aims to unify pay and raise salaries to combat the large wage penalty in Virginia and ensure that employees are paid fairly for their hard work.
FCPS takes strides towards increased pay for employees
Alayna Steele, Staff Writer • April 12, 2022
Spartans Confess said time and time again that wholesome or any relatable confession is generally their favorite to post.
The Internet: the world’s worst diary
Saharla Mohamoud, News Editor • April 12, 2022
FEATURES
Senior assassins
Robert Morrison, Staff Writer • May 12, 2022

  Update 5/18/2022 Week one of competition proved to be action packed, as participants began tournament play fully equipped with...

The WS chess club is open to players of all skill levels. Everyone who comes can expect to have a grand time and make new friends!
WS chess gambit pays off
Arjun Srinivasan, Contributor • April 13, 2022
Thrasher now lives in Colorado Springs and has a social media following, with 10k on Instagram, where she gives shooting tips and promotes her business.
Women of Sparta
Anne Foote, Sports Editor • April 12, 2022
ENTERTAINMENT
The infamous moment of Will Smith gifting a smack in the face to Chris Rock has gone viral, spawning internet memes across the globe overnight.
Will Smith packs a “punch” at the Oscars
Ben Bradfield, Staff Writer • April 12, 2022

This year’s Oscars were exciting for various reasons, but the greatest topic for discussion was Will Smith slapping Chris Rock on stage. Students...

Do you see this amazingly fit and masculine high-value male? This could be YOU if you stop being lazy and follow this effective 5-step regime to the ALPHA WORLD!
The crucial steps to become a high-value man.
Saharla Mohamoud, News Editor • April 12, 2022
“Turning Red” is very open about topics such as periods and puberty, which aren’t often addressed in movies for young audiences.
Pixar’s “Turning Red” holds nothing back and it’s awesome
Alayna Steele, Staff Writer • April 12, 2022
ETC.
Prom 2022
Mckenna Couch and Riley Zimmerman, Contributors • May 16, 2022
Newly opened Jersey Mike’s Subs located in the Old Keene Mill Shopping Center. The surrounding area is currently undergoing renovations, creating a noisy atmosphere to eat. The timeline for the construction is unknown.
Quality food, questionable staff
John O'Donnell, Contributor • April 13, 2022
Freshman Jodie Weeks finishing up her race at the January 20 quad meet. She began running during quarantine and is now part of the Junior Varsity track team.
The lasting effects of quarantine hobbies: two years later
Blythe Steahly, Contributor • April 13, 2022
The bathroom, especially when the cafeteria is full, also doubles as a common fine-dining spot in the school.
The hidden lounge that is the school bathroom
Saharla Mohamoud, News Editor • April 12, 2022

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