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Science teacher Matt Johnson and his wife, Ashley, when they first met in college

Teachers marry high school and college sweethearts, proving relationships can last

Taylor Dawson January 8, 2018

Most people believe that high school relationships don't last, but several Watkins Mill staff members have proven them wrong. They are now married to their high school and college sweethearts. "It’s...

Johnson’s energy extends out of classroom, into inspiring fitness regimen

Brennan Guilds November 10, 2017

Motivation is often a distant fantasy that lies in legends, along with unicorns and universal peace. This tale is no different for motivator-in-chief and science teacher Matthew Johnson. You can often...

The LGBTQ+ message board at the intersection of the A and B hallways

LGBTQ+ Club hosts ‘National Coming Out Day’ pizza party

Jubilee Robinson October 5, 2017

To kick off the new school year, Watkins Mill's LGBTQ+ club will be celebrating National Coming Out Day on Wednesday, October 11, with a pizza party. Gay, straight, or anywhere in-between, anyone is...

Whitewater rafting as part of the Youth Summit

Freshmen bond with each other, upperclassmen during Youth Summit

Aisha Sowe and Nadaja Burnett Pierre October 12, 2017

Paint balling, whitewater rafting and laser tagging are all fun ways to meet new people and have fun. For a special group of freshmen those activities are a school-sponsored outing.    Youth Summit...

Seniors working on the senior rock.

Seniors give tips on making the most of high school experience

Destiny Tiburcio, Associate Editor September 25, 2017

As seniors settle into their last year of high school, they have knowledge and experiences that lower-classmen are eager to hold. Through multiple successes and failures, seniors have learned lessons that...

Social studies teacher Adam Schwarz is welcomed by his new students in the Philippines

Schwartz spent summer teaching psychology in Philippines

Briana Pasion October 3, 2017

Psychology and history teacher Adam Schwartz had the career opportunity of a lifetime to teach in Iloilo, Philippines for over three weeks during the summer through a program called Teachers for Global...

Orange Nation sponsor Matt Johnson and Wally the Wolverine during the Pledge at Mill Madness on September 12.

Orange Nation builds pride, community involvement

Kola Akinnibi September 26, 2017

“ORANGE NATION!” *clap clap clap clap clap* “ORANGE NATION!” *clap clap clap clap clap.* You can catch science teacher Matt Johnson leading Watkins Mill High School's most famous chant at...

Students in the American Sign Language class practice their new skills.

Students sign up for new American Sign Language class

Aisha Sowe and Nadaja Burnett-Pierre October 6, 2017

Spanish, French and English classes have always been offered as a chance to learn a second language at Watkins Mill High School. However, students can now enroll in one more, American Sign Language (ASL). As...

Former Wolverine runs popular @TheMoCoShow Twitter account

Former Wolverine runs popular @TheMoCoShow Twitter account

Briana Pasion September 15, 2017

In Gaithersburg, Maryland born and raised, Watkins Mill High School was where he spent most of his days. Chillin' out maxin' relaxin' all sweet and gaining those follows through every tweet. Watkins...

Robotics club repeats recent success

Fiifi Cann and Jamil Malik June 6, 2017

Looking for a place to build cool robots or competing against other schools? Then the Robotics Club is the place for you. "[Students learn] teamwork, leadership skills, students get to learn some mechanical...

AP and IB testing schedule

AP and IB Exams officially begin, students seek to achieve great scores

Jessica Cruz and Lucas Richards May 4, 2017

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) exams officially began on Monday this week. Students taking these exams will not only been looking for a passing grade, but also college credit.  In...

The C&O Canal is a great place to bike or hike.

Spring Activites

Chase Deist, Associate Editor May 23, 2017

The weather is starting to become warmer and the sun is shining, as spring is in the air. Along with the good weather, spring brings group outings and hanging out with friends. So if you need help...

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