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WMHS students test for The Seal of Biliteracy.

Seal of Biliteracy

On Wednesday, November 15, 113 Watkins Mill High School students tested for The Seal of Biliteracy. A certificate demonstrating proficiency in two or more languages is awarded to those who pass.  “The...

MCPS informs students about the history of enslavement and segregation in MoCo.

Learning about enslavement in Montgomery County

Nicole Han, News Managing Editor December 12, 2023

On November 29, students learned about Montgomery County’s history of enslaved people, which is a continuation of last year’s lesson, Remembrance and Reconciliation. Remembrance and Reconciliation...

Maternity leave policies affect teachers.

Teachers continue to be affected by maternity leave policies

Adwoa Obeng, Associate Editor December 5, 2023

In a country without a national paid maternity leave, working parents have trouble balancing their career and family life. Teachers, in particular, who plan to have children are left with limited, un-ideal...

Principal Nájera and the Watkins Mill OLAS team take a picture at the end of the competition.

OLAS Compete in the 2023 MCPS Latin Dance Competition

Zoë Conroy, Staff Writer December 4, 2023

Watkins Mill High School's Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) Latin Dance Club won the 2023 Montgomery County Public Schools Latin Dance Competition's Merengue category.  The competition,...

The cast of She Kills Monsters give their closing bows after the teaser.

O’Shea Theatre Presents ‘She Kills Monsters’

Angela Mvogo, News Managing Editor December 1, 2023

Watkins Mill High School O'Shea players will put on a performance of the play She Kills Monsters live at 7 pm from Thursday to Saturday in the auditorium. Ticket Admission for students is $3 and $5 for...

A Day in the Life: A look into Ms Najera’s school life

Bud Soto and Huswat Olajide November 29, 2023

Principal Vilma Najera really said Once a 'Rine, Always a 'Rine. I have a couple of questions that hopefully could be insightful for students at Watkins Mill. Could you please introduce yourself...

NHS Inductees gather for a group picture, holding their certificates.

NHS Induction Ceremony

Tracy Espinoza and Zoë Conroy November 3, 2023

Watkins Mill High School’s National Honor Society chapter hosted its annual induction ceremony in the auditorium on Thursday, October 26, welcoming 39 members. The ceremony was open to friends and family. Nurse...

Northwood High School hosts the Gender and Sexuality Alliance Summit.

Gender and Sexuality Alliance Summit

Abijah Hines, Associate Editor November 2, 2023

On October 25, 2023, the Rainbow Rines set out on a field trip that will mark a new tradition for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community.  Northwood High School hosted the first-ever Gender and Sexuality...

Students are now allowed to take college classes at Montgomery College free of charge.

MCPS students now can take classes at Montgomery College

Nicole Han, News Managing Editor October 24, 2023

Starting this fall, Montgomery College allows Montgomery County Public School students to take classes for free on their campus. MCPS and MC partner to provide Dual Enrollment (DE) opportunities for...

Watkins Mills Varsity football team hosts their senior night game on Friday against Thomas S. Wootton.

Photo Feature: Football Senior Night

Obehi Eromosele, Huswat Olajide, and Abijah Hines October 17, 2023

The 'Rines varsity football team hosted the Wootton Patriots at the Den for their senior night on Friday. The 'Rines fought their best, ultimately falling to the Patriots 51-14. The senior night featured...

Therapy dog Kashew visits Watkins Mill High School media center.

Kashew Says Hello!

Angela Mvogo, Features Editor October 18, 2023

Kashew, originally a rescue dog, is now a therapy dog!  She is five years old and a part of  PAL (People Animals Love). PAL is a therapy dog organization in Washington, DC. She visited the media center...

Hispanic Heritage Month celebration showcased culture, music, and a diverse community.

Hispanic heritage month assembly

Huswat Olajide, Editor- In- Chief October 13, 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month concluded with a spirited live music event on October 5 that featured food trucks offering delicious menu options including pupusas and snowcones. The celebratory month started...

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