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The Woodgrove Outlander

The School News Site of Woodgrove High School

The Woodgrove Outlander

Eagles fans Ms. Newbold, Mr. Hughes, and Ms. Pyle celebrate in the library. Photo provided by Lucca Marraccini.

Opinion: Woodgrove’s Sweet Super Bowl Victory

Written by Lucca Marraccini, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

 Super Bowl LIX made history with this game. It is the ending of another season of football, and it ended with the most-watched sporting event in the United States. Mr. Derek Hughes, an Eagles fan, said...

Chromebooks used by students during school hours to complete their work. Photo provided by Lucca Marraccini.

How Technology Changed Education

Written by Lucca Marraccini, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

When you think about school, you might picture a typical classroom with textbooks, lined paper for notes, and some yellow pencils for students to write with. But in more recent years, this has really changed,...

Round Hill Elementary School during a chilly school morning. Photo provided by Noelle Roy.

Student Tutors

Written by Noelle Roy, Staff Writer & Broadcast Team March 25, 2025

  Imagine a world where students not only excel in their studies, but also become mentors and role models for their peers. This is the transformative power of student tutoring, where learning becomes...

Heather Donahue and Cello share a smile at the Catty Corner Cafe. Photo provided by Vivien Wohlfeil.

Up Close and Purr-sonal: Catty Corner Cafe

Written by Vivien Wohlfeil, Online Editor March 24, 2025

Located in the Leesburg Historic District, an intimate two-story cafe often catches the eyes of passersby. Those who enter are greeted on the main floor by a miniature cafe and cat-themed shop. However,...

Josh Hickman, a Woodgrove wrestler, attempts a guillotine toward the end of the match at Washington Elite tournament at Washington High School. Photo provided by Josh Hickman.

Got Brain Damage?: Increasing the Awareness for Concussions

Written by John Hays and Brodie Carley March 24, 2025

Annually, roughly 300,000 sports-related traumatic brain injuries occur in people aged 15 to 24 in the United States, with an overwhelming majority being concussion. A concussion is a type of traumatic...

Elliott at Raymond James Stadium with his fellow All-Americans after practice. Photo provided by Denver Elliott.

All-American Denver Elliott Dominates in Tampa

Written by William Den Herder and Zac Hartley March 24, 2025

  From a fifth grader joining his local football league to an All-American playing in the famous Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, senior Denver Elliott has led a decorated career through grit,...

Woodgrove Swim Team practicing in the limited four-lane facility Round Hill Aquatic Center. Photo provided by Hudsyn Davies.

The Future of Purcellville Aquatics

Written by Ava Welsh and Hudsyn Davies March 24, 2025

For several years, swimmers from the Purcellville area have been forced into the same two facilities: Round Hill Aquatic Center and Ida Lee Recreation Center. At Round Hill, swimmers have to deal with...

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...

Seniors Dylan Adu-Osei and Leland Ennis along with junior Owen Ngonga after their team banquet.

Weathering The Storm: How Weather Impacted This Indoor Track Season

Written by Braden Hart, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

Winter weather comes every year, and it can bring a mix of an unpredictable amount of snow, rain, and extremely low temperatures. This year, the Woodgrove Indoor Track team not only had to prepare for...

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