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The Woodgrove Outlander

Seniors Patrick Lyons, Sarah Putorti, and Kennedy Dehler with a host family at Omaha Beach. Photo provided by Patrick Lyons.

Worldwide Woodgrove: Students Adventuring to France

Written by Thomas Lyons, Staff Writer February 21, 2025

On November 23, 2024, Mr. Matthew Talboo traveled with three students to see the city of lights: Paris. Patrick Lyons, Kennedy Dehler and Sarah Putorti, three of the presidents of Woodgrove’s Global...

Photo of Tami Carlow after practice at a summer swim camp training for the Junior Nationals in 1984. Photo provided by Tami Carlow.

Swimming Through Life

Written by Hudsyn Davies, Staff Writer February 21, 2025

Waking up at six a.m. on an early Wednesday summer morning, Estella Frakes, a Woodgrove junior, gets up and prepares to go to morning practice, mentally preparing to swim from 6:30 to 7:30 for the Franklin...

Senior Allie Flanagan kicks a soccer ball for FC Virginia. Photo provided by Amy Schneider.

A Setback to Success: Overcoming Injury to Playing Professional and College Soccer

Written by Brooke Nelson February 16, 2025

When senior Allie Flanagan was little, her mom would see other little kids running and falling down on the grassy field.  Then she would see Allie driving to the soccer goal and shooting. Little did they...

Woodgrove's latest addition of literary magazine "The Hodge Podge". Photo provided by Emery Downey.

The Many Masks of Creative Writing: From Fantasy to Mental Health

Written by Emery Downey February 14, 2025

Creative writing is everywhere, believe it or not. Dystopian, fantasy, mystery, and romance books are all popular examples of creative writing. However, poetry and the scripts for movies and shows are...

Senior Stairwell banner representing the 200 and 300 hallway staircase. Photo provided by Bree Mohler.

Senior Stairwell: The Steps to Take to Become a Successful Student

Written by Bree Mohler February 14, 2025

It is June, and the end of the school year is finally here. Looking around Woodgrove, it is your last last day of high school ever. Walking in, the realization hits you that there have been so many ups...

Junior Natalie Harrison sweeps the ball while trying to score. Photo provided by Steve Prakope.

From Dreams to Reality: Field Hockey Standout Commits to Liberty

Written by Lexi Krimsky February 14, 2025

After her failed attempt to join an ice hockey team in 4th grade, junior Natalie Harrison was advised to start playing field hockey. Harrison never expected that by her junior year she would be an all-region...

Students working on the final touches of a photo in class. Photo provided by Savannah Mesecara.

Stress to Success: Everyday Life of a Yearbook Student

Written by Emma D. Jasinski February 14, 2025

Walking into a classroom, there is an atmosphere like no other. With students chatting, editing, and cameras ready, they are ready to make a yearbook.  This is how Yearbook students work to create...

Co-hosts Izzy Jewell and Zoe Carter pose together during Open Mic. Photo provided by Kenzie Akers.

The Open Arms of Open Mic

Written by Lilian Dougherty, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

Every so often, the Black Box transforms from a theater classroom into a stage. Open Mic Nights are events where students and even teachers can come together to celebrate each other's talents. While...

New Year, New Me

New Year, New Me

Written by Charlotte Roth, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

  New Year's resolutions are a typical tradition of many. Whether that is to take up a new hobby or earn a new achievement, there is truly a goal for everyone to obtain in the new year. Most New Year's...

Woodgrove High School newspaper student Sarah Putorti planning her next print story. Photo provided by Noelle Roy.

How a Newspaper Article Is Written

Written by Noelle Roy, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

Behind a newspaper article lies a complex and tedious process that is often unseen by the reader. From the initial spark of an idea to the final polished piece, writing an article is truly a never-ending...

Photo of Isabella's drawing. Photo provided by Isabella Roma.

No Technology, Only Hobbies

Written by Hudsyn Davies, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

Instead of “doom-scrolling” and obsessive social media use, students are turning to non-tech related activities. Learning or growing in hobbies provides students with a consistent opportunity to...

Woodgrove student volunteer Ellie Handschuh on the dance floor with the guests. Photo provided by Jonah Welsh.

Singing and Sleigh Bells: Still Waters Ministry Annual Christmas Dance Returns

Written by Ava Welsh, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

Full of festive and enthusiastic participants, the Still Waters Ministry Annual Christmas Dance was a major success yet again in 2024. The Still Waters Ministry describes in their mission statement...

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