I come from a family that's really into travel. My grandparents loved to explore the world, and they passed that love down to my mom. She has been taking my family on trips for as long as I can remember,...

The Ice Bucket Challenge first gained popularity in 2014 to raise awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a nervous system disease that weakens muscles. In March 2025, the University of South...

It’s IB testing season, and chances are you’re feeling stressed. Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this. To help you in your academic journey, here are some links to various subjects along with...

Watkins Mill High School is bringing back the cookie business: piping hot cookies are being sold on every Wednesday before lunch. Special Education teacher Terchrisha Lawrence is running the cookie...

Holding a knife in one hand and a passion for flavor in the other, senior Cameron Jones turns mere ingredients into unforgettable foods with rich flavor and taste like no other.  With a skill that...

When Beyonce performed her song “Daddy Lessons” with The Chicks at the 2016 Country Music Awards(CMAs), country star Alan Jackson walked out and Travis Tritt posted a snide remark on Twitter.  Beyonce’s...

This upcoming Wednesday is SAT day for Juniors here at Watkins Mill.  Hopefully, everyone taking this assessment has already begun to study. If not, don't worry. Here are some quick yet effective SAT...

The dishwasher: an invention that we all use—or at least have access to—in the 21st century. As we celebrate Women’s History Month and recognize women who have made significant achievements, I want...

Teacher Ligia Gorton is offering Hatha Yoga classes for staff during STEP to bring mindfulness and relieve stress. Gorton—who is a long-term yoga practitioner and a yoga 200 hour teacher—wants to...

On February 18, PG Sportsplex hosted the 3A West Indoor Track Regionals. Featured in the 55-meter hurdles, 55-meter dash, 300-meter dash and spot put, five outstanding Watkins Mill track stars advanced...

Watkins Mill High School is proud to announce that senior Eva Lake Olan has been selected as one of the recipients of this year’s highly esteemed Posse Scholarship. The Posse Scholarship is an award...

Every year, Valentine's Day comes around, and people mess it up in some way, shape or form. Unfortunately, this happened to my friend. I want to clarify that I have her permission to share this, although...