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The Woodgrove Outlander

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The Woodgrove Outlander

The School News Site of Woodgrove High School

The Woodgrove Outlander

The new cell tower next to the baseball field. Photo provided by Sophie Mason.

Connection or Charm: The Controversy

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

Nestled in the rolling hills of Loudoun County is Woodgrove High School, built on a retired dairy farm. In years prior, the school’s baseball team enjoyed a full view of the Blue Ridge Mountains during...

Melinda Rohdes’ work reflecting her Florida roots. Photo provided by Melinda Rohdes.

Blossoming Art in Loudoun County

Written by Charlotte Roth, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

The Lazy Daisy Gift Store is a timeless gift shop with not only unique but affordable goods for everyone. Located in the Villages of Leesburg, Lazy Daisy is said to be a special place for a special person,...

A display of veggies from Fireside Farm at the Leesburg farmers market. Photo provided by Sarah Putorti.

Leesburg’s Beloved Farmers Market

Written by Noelle Roy and Sarah Putorti March 24, 2025

Farmer’s markets are a beloved aspect of local communities all across the country, and in Northern Virginia, it is no different. In colonial times, farmers markets served as one of the only lines of...

The “Mamma Mia!” cast and crew leadership on the first day of rehearsal. Photo provided by Iza Piatkowski.

“Mamma Mia!” Prepares for National Capital Area Cappies

Written by Iza Piatkowski, Editor-In-Chief March 23, 2025

The theatre department of Woodgrove High School in Purcellville, VA, has started rehearsals for their spring musical, “Mamma Mia!” The school will be competing with the show against 44 other schools...

Totini presenting her country’s foods at International Food Night. Photo provided by Mahitha Ahsan Totini.

An Exchange of Experiences

Written by Jennie-Kate Hannis, Online Editor March 20, 2025

Not many teenagers from Bangladesh are given the opportunity to live and go to school in the United States for a whole year. Exchange student Mahitha Ahsan Totini, who also goes by River, stands out from...

Jackpot Pinball Arcade quiet on a Wednesday afternoon. Photo provided by Thomas Lyons.

Jackpot Pinball Arcade: The Pinball Palace

Written by Thomas Lyons, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

From “Jaws” and “Dr. No” to “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Stranger Things,” Jackpot Pinball has every pinball machine imaginable, as well as weekly events, pinball leagues, and tournaments....

A worker from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria holding four puppies who are waiting to be adopted by a family. Photo provided by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

The Importance of Animal Shelters: Choose to Adopt

Written by Delaney Akers March 14, 2025

Dogs are being put into animal shelters every day all around the world. These shelters are so important for these animals that are in need of a temporary home while they wait for their forever family to...

A high school astronomy book. Photo provided by Brooks Frandsen.

Not Getting Lost in Space

Written by Brooks Frandsen, Staff Writer March 11, 2025

650 million people were watching as Neil Armstrong became the first man on the moon. The world was captivated by the inspiring story of a man travelling to another world, not to mention the national pride...

Jacket thrifted by Cameron Zobrist. Photo provided by Cameron Zobrist.

Reduce, Reuse, Style

Written by Charlotte Roth, Staff Writer March 7, 2025

Thrifting has many benefits, not only towards sustainability in the environment, but also towards consumers. Many go thrifting for the experience of finding unique and vintage pieces for affordable prices....

Woodgrove Key Club founder Iza Piatkowski sits with members of the Claude Moore Community Builders during leadership and communication training. Photo provided by Iza Piatkowski.

Key Club: Unlocking New Volunteer Opportunities

Written by Honor Watson, Online Editor February 27, 2025

On May 7, 1925, in Sacramento, California, the first ever Key Club meeting was held. It quickly became a popular student-led organization that connects high schoolers to volunteer programs and non-profits...

The Athletes to Athletes club in its first year. Photo taken from the 2012-2013 yearbook.

Now and Then: Woodgrove 15 Years Ago

Written by Lilian Dougherty, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

This year, Woodgrove is celebrating its 15-year anniversary of being open. The school has gone through many changes in just these 15 years, from changes in principals to changes in schedules.  In the...

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...

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