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Linda Eder and Alex Brightman answer questions at Watkins Mill High School

Broadway artists share trade secrets at ArtSpeak

Jade Pinkowitz January 25, 2019

Art Speak is a free program for students that brings performing artists to the Washington D.C. area. It was created in Bethesda, Maryland by Shugoll Research and there are four events a year. Each event...

Principal Carol Goddard poses with Motivational Speaker Robert Osborne after his speech at Watkins Mill High School on January 4.

Baltimore Ravens strength coach speaks to student athletes about staying motivated

Nana Osei Tutu, Editor-in-Chief January 11, 2019

All athletes are motivated by different things whether it be becoming a professional athlete or something as simple as trying to keep in shape. On Friday January 4, Baltimore Ravens strength and conditioning...

Three seniors had the opportunity to see Michelle Obama in person at her event.

Four students attend ‘Becoming Michelle Obama’ for free, learn valuable life lessons

Aisha Sowe, Associate Editor December 7, 2018

Four seniors, Jessica Cruz, Andre Tulloch, Charisse Warfield and Khava Tsarni, had the opportunity to attend Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama, on November 25 at the Capital One Arena...

Motivational Mondays are back as a way for students to send a positive message to each other weekly.  Scan the QR code to begin!

Motivational Mondays spread positive messages throughout school

Jessica Cruz, Editor-in-Chief January 9, 2019

Start the new year off right by sending motivational notes to another student or even a teacher. Motivational Mondays are back and they are only a scan away. The Social Awareness Group, led by senior...

A quick glance in the halls at Watkins Mill shows many of the extracurricular offerings available at the school.

Extracurricular activities provide fun ways to boost college applications

Natalie Helsel, News Managing Editor January 3, 2019

If you’re bored after school or trying to find a new hobby, consider some of the many clubs and sports offered here at Watkins Mill High School. Clubs that the school offers range from Key Club,...

Alumni Kimberly Cruz with social studies teacher Adam Schwartz.  Cruz came to speak to Schwartzs class about how the IB program at Watkins Mill prepared her for college and medical school.

Alumni returns before medical school to speak about benefits gained as WM IB student

Nana Osei Tutu, Editor-in-Chief December 20, 2018

Watkins Mill High School has offered the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme since the 2004-2005 school year and the IB Career Programme since the 2012-2013 school year. The IB program has prepared...

Transgender students face a variety of problems that cisgender students do not have to worry about on a daily basis.  One of Watkins Mills transgender students discusses those here.

Transgender student opens up about obstacles faced in daily life at school

Nana Osei Tutu, Editor-in-Chief December 11, 2018

The transgender community in the United States faces many issues, whether it comes to being misgendered or harassed, receiving legal protection, or even experiencing discrimination. Being transgender...

ESOL theatre students learn stage combat from professional actors

Aisha Sowe, Associate Editor November 27, 2018

ESOL Theatre students participated in a two-part Master Class on stage combat on November 19 and 20. The event took place in the cafeteria during third period classes. ESOL Theater teacher Sharon Faber...

Model UN is a new club at Watkins Mill this year, sponsored by English teacher Sonya Shpilyuk

Students practice diplomatic relations in new Model UN club

Arthur Siqueira December 6, 2018

Watkins Mill has gone international--in the form of the Model United Nations club, that is. The club has students act as ambassadors from different countries, attempt to negotiate with allies and adversaries,...

Students made decorations for the event

Hispanic Helping Organization honors Heritage Month in celebration

Mariam Bukhari, News Managing Editor November 26, 2018

The Hispanic Helping Organization at Watkins Mill hosted a two-hour event to commemorate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month on Thursday, November 1 in the cafeteria. The celebration started at 6:30pm...

Mural promoting diversity

Gaithersburg’s diverse community

Luis Chavez, Features Editor November 19, 2018

Gaithersburg is becoming increasingly diverse and is one of the top six most diverse cities in America. A diverse city can be a great way for kids to interact with each other, improve their knowledge and...

Concerns about school safety have led Watkins Mill High School to add increased security measures this year.

In wake of school shootings, new security measures aim to keep students safe

Last year, two major school shootings in Parkland, Florida and Santa Fe, Texas sparked a national push for school safety laws. But what is Watkins Mill doing to prevent danger and protect the school...

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