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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

Zyn nicotine pouches. Photo provided by Creative Commons.

Zyns and Vapes: The New Face of Nicotine Addiction

Written by John Hays and Justin Naugle December 17, 2024

2.8 million teens reported the use of a tobacco product in 2023, almost ten percent of the middle and high school population. What began as a “safe alternative” to smoking has turned into a crisis...

Garden at St Francis De Sales Catholic Church. Photo provided by Robert Creighton.

Soaring to Success: Woodgrove’s Eagle Scouts

Written by Braden Hart, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

Balancing school, social life and Eagle Scouts is a lot of work. Throw massive projects on top of that, and they are under a lot of pressure. Woodgrove students are going above and beyond, rising to the...

Winter spirit week poster made by the SCA. Photo provided by Ashley Rayburn.

A Sneak Peek into Spirit Week

Written by Ashley Rayburn, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

Like Mariah Carey once said, “It’s tiiiiiiime”  to spread holiday cheer and show school spirit during the week before winter break. A holiday-themed spirit week is coming to students starting on...

American flags on a field. Photo provided by Aerial Film Studio.

Army vs. Navy: The American Game

Written by Lucca Marraccini, Staff Writer December 13, 2024

There are many rivalries in college football with historical significance, great moments, and shared hatred for one another. However, no rivalry is more unique than Army vs. Navy. Since their first meeting...

Brayden Santoli’s Ford Thunderbird. Photo provided by Brayden Santoli.

Woodgrove Whips

Written by Brooks Frandsen, Staff Writer December 10, 2024

The Woodgrove community is composed of many different people with many different interests and personalities. For some, that interest is cars. As cars are often seen as a cornerstone of the American teenager’s...

From left to right, sophomores Lilly Greer and Ren Nash work in the dark room. Photo provided by Delila Norris.

Picture This: Photography at the Grove

Written by Delila Norris, Staff Writer December 10, 2024

To the left and around the corner of Woodgrove High School's main hallway is the fine arts hallway. The second door to your left is where you will find tall ceilings and a teacher showing his students...

Diamond Glow facial at Shanti Aesthetics Medicine. Photo provided by Cassaundra Ferrigno.

Skin Care Tips for Dry Skin in the Winter

Written by Noelle Roy, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

As the cold winter months approach, you may notice your skin becoming very dry, red and sensitive. It can be hard to resolve this issue, as some people lack knowledge on the effects of cold weather...

Photo provided by Walker Kennedy.

Woodgrove Homecoming 2024 Fashion Highlights & Lookbook

Written by Augusta Beekman and Ava Welsh November 21, 2024

Haunted Homecoming 2024 was filled with zombies, ghosts, witches, and vampires, but the fashion was far from scary. From glittery heels to colorful ties, Woodgrove students dressed their best to participate...

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue  department searching through debris in Asheville, North Carolina. Photo provided by Virginia Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue.

Hope and Help After Helene

Written by Mackenzie Sonak, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

In late September of 2024, Hurricane Helene traveled hundreds of miles along the East Coast, resulting in an estimated $53 billion in damage. Due to the relentlessness of the storm and the vastness of...

Warriors and loved ones of warriors beginning the walk. Photo provided by Vivien Wohlfeil.

Walking For Breast Cancer

Written by Vivien Wohlfeil, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Three years after she was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer, Nicole Clark overheard a radio talk about the Avon 39 Washington DC Walk as she was driving to work. A total of 39.3 miles, the walk took...

Hannah Rayburn studies at Doppio Bunny. Picture provided by Ashley Rayburn.

A+ Students Hop to Doppio Bunny

Written by Ashley Rayburn, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

It is five o’clock; the whir of the espresso machine and milk steamer fuses with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee as students all over the county flood their local coffee shops each day after school....

German Academy students participate in an outdoor activity. Photo provided by Jillian Lewis.

Governor’s School: Great Opportunities Awaiting

Written by Honor Watson, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Late summer and early fall can be a stressful time for seniors who plan on going to college. However, this time can be important for sophomores and juniors as well. October 11, 2024 marks the day that...

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