The year in review told through Current articles
Jade Pinkowitz, Editor in Chief
June 14, 2019
The 2018-2019 school year generated 238 articles by the Watkins Mill High School Current. From political stances taken by students to the chaotic fun the class of 2019 displayed on their last day of school, there have been a lot of things to talk about. Here are some highlights from a memorable year: September 201...
Wilkinson celebrates positive prognosis, warns students to check for changes
Jessica Cruz, Editor-in-Chief
June 5, 2019
Science teacher Lauren Wilkinson is on track for a prognosis of being breast cancer free after a double mastectomy and a biopsy that showed a complete absence of cancerous cells. "I was relieved because at this point the tissue that was tested was cancer free, and my doctors are thrilled that I ha...
Documentary shows football team has ‘No Fear’ in tackling challenges
Amelia Burton, Features Editor
June 4, 2019
The documentary film No Fear, starring the Watkins Mill High School 2017-2018 football team, premiered at WMHS on Friday, May 31 and depicted the behind-the-scene struggles and triumphs of the players and coaches. What started as a former WMHS student wanting to film what was going on later turned...
Seniors spend last day in style, host BBQ with bounce house, water slide
Lauren Flandrau and Taylor Dawson
May 24, 2019
As seniors are getting ready to leave they’re planning on going out with a bang. Today the senior class held their annual senior prank and cookout for their last day on campus. Class of 2019 President Alexandra Aucoin was excited to see the underclassmen and staff's reaction to what they planned. ...
Students study turtle population in woods behind school
Mubassira Nur and Yesenia Pineda
May 16, 2019
Snapping jaws, long tails, and two protruding eyes. Alligators aren’t the only ones that fit this description. There are numerous snapping and box turtles right behind the school. With a keen interest in turtles, science teacher Charles Miller sets his mind on exploring the stream behind the footba...
Prom promises glitz, glamour in A-List Affair
Lauren Flandrau and Taylor Dawson
May 8, 2019
Watkins Mill will be holding its annual junior/senior Prom on Saturday, May 11 at the Fillmore in Silver Spring. The event will begin at 8pm, and this year’s theme is “An A-list Affair.” Today is the last day to purchase prom tickets. Tickets are on sale for $75, sold by social studies teac...
Joseph Alminagor crowned as 2019 Mr. Watkins Mill
Bianca Johnson, Associate Editor
April 26, 2019
Hear ye, hear ye, make way for the newly-appointed Mr. Watkins Mill, Joseph Alminagor. Give him a crown, a lei and of course, the most prized honor, the Golden Wolverine. Last night was a night to remember as ten senior boys fought for the title of Mr. Watkins Mill, yet one truly wowed the crowd. ...
Ingram commutes from West Virginia to attend Watkins Mill–with her mom
Aisha Sowe, Associate Editor
April 23, 2019
Teachers come from far and wide to teach at Watkins Mill and their children rarely attend here, but for IB Coordinator Lisa Ingram, distance is a challenge she is willing to face. Lisa and her daughter, sophomore Vivian Ingram, live in West Virginia, but choose to work and attend school at Watkins M...
Juniors, seniors prepare to spend spring break in Italy
Yesenia Pineda, Mubassira Nur, and Avadis Dodokjian
April 5, 2019
“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Juniors and seniors should keep this in mind as they wander through ancient cities, eat delicious food, and take pictures during the 2019 spring break trip to Italy. Students who have signed up for the Italy trip are preparing to go on a journey to one of the most stun...
Review: Sister Act keeps faith alive in O’Shea Theater
Lauren Flandrau and Taylor Dawson
April 5, 2019
The O'Shea players' production of Sister Act The Musical debuted this past weekend as the spring musical with repeat performances tonight and tomorrow night at 7pm. The main character, Deloris Van Cartier, played by junior Zenani Munthali, is a professional singer in the 1970s who, upon witnessi...
Seniors prepare to compete in 31st annual Mr. Watkins Mill competition
March 26, 2019
Watkins Mill’s Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) will be holding the 31st annual Mr. Watkins Mill competition on April 25 at 7 pm in the auditorium. Tickets will go on sale for $3 at STEP from April 8-12 and April 15, 16, 23, and 24. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $5. Onli...
Queer women to be remembered on National Women’s Day
Jubilee Robinson, Associate Editor
March 8, 2019
Every year, March marks the beginning of National Women's Month, when people are encouraged to remember the women who have made history and affected everyone's lives. It is no secret that queer people are frequently covered up or forgotten in taught history, but we cannot let the accomplishments of our...
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