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The Current
The student news site of Watkins Mill High School

The Current
The student news site of Watkins Mill High School

The Current
Senior Arthur Siqueira is the head Graphic Designer.

Arthur Siqueira, Head Graphic Designer

Arthur Siqueira is a senior at Watkins Mill High School and head graphic designer and sports editor for The Current. He has a passion for graphic design and history. He plays volleyball and often helps around the school. He plans to become a history teacher in the future.

All content by Arthur Siqueira
Senior Arthur Siquiera reflects on his time at Watkins Mill High School.

Senior Reflection: Arthur Siqueira

Arthur Siqueira, Sports Editor
May 26, 2020
Avid beanie enthusiast Caleb Vargas made this graphic but did not have a photo of Arthur so he used a photo of his friend and photoshopped Arthur's face on it.

Arthur Siqueira argues why he should have access to The Current’s Twitter account

Arthur Siqueira, Sports Editor
February 27, 2020
Netflix’s brand new series The Witcher gives a new look to the dark fantasy genre.

Netflix’s Witcher brings magic and fantasy to a new level

Yesenia Pineda and Arthur Siqueira
February 11, 2020
What to give those people who you need a gift for, but who you'd rather not be around?

What to get those people you don’t really like for the holidays

Arthur Siqueira, Resident sad boy
December 17, 2019
Senior Jade Pinkowitz's brother has some spooky habits that keep her up at night.

Little brother's spooky nighttime habits make senior nervous

October 31, 2019
Watkins Mill faced off against the Gaithersburg Trojans on Friday night, coming away with a 40-28 win.

Wolverines defeat Trojans in second-to-last regular season game

Israel Safo, Kobe Copeland, and Arthur Siqueira
October 28, 2019
The Watkins Mill High School football team dedicates their win against Magruder High School to alumni football player Daquan (DayDay) Wims who passed away recently.

Wolverines outmaneuver Colonels in 12-0 victory, dedicate win to Daquan Wims

Arthur Siqueira and Israel Safo
October 22, 2019
Senior Amelia Burton runs the ball down the field.

Rockville edges out ‘Rines, juniors defeat seniors in powder puff

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Kayla Holt
October 8, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: October 4, 2019

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, Leah Niles, Amelia Burton, and Kayla Holt
October 4, 2019
The Watkins Mill High School football team defeated Rockville High School by 50 points.

Watkins Mill Wolverines tear Northwood Gladiators limb-from-limb

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Kobe Copeland
October 2, 2019
Boys varsity soccer is undefeated so far this season after last night's game. The team plays again tonight at home.

Sports Wrap-Up: September 20, 2019

Jade Pinkowitz, Kayla Holt, Isreal Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Leah Niles
September 20, 2019
Junior Darnell Lewis Jr. runs the ball down the field, moving past a Blair football player.

Blair blazes past Wolverines in second game of season

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
September 16, 2019
Watkins Mill and Seneca Valley players have a stare off on the field as the game begins.

Wolverine football grounds Screamin’ Eagles in strong start to season

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Kobe Copeland
September 9, 2019
Game of Thrones graphic for the newest episode by Graphic Designer Arthur Siqueira

Game of Thrones Series Finale Recap {SPOILER ALERT}

May 21, 2019
Spoiler Alert: Game of Thrones season 8, episode 4 didn't bring the great war that was promised, but it's coming, the writers swear.

Game of Thrones Episode 4 Recap {SPOILER ALERT}

May 6, 2019
Florida voted to arm teachers a little over a year after the Parkland shooting. But are more guns actually the answer?

Florida vows to solve school shootings... with more guns?

May 14, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: April 25, 2019

Joshua Ali, Arthur Siqueira, Jade Pinkowitz, and Brandon Smith
April 25, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: April 8, 2019

Arthur Siqueira, Israel Safo, Joshua Ali, and Spencer Neill
April 8, 2019
As enrollment numbers fall below projected rates, many Watkins Mill High School teachers will be involuntarily transferred for next year, resulting in fewer electives and larger class sizes.

Teachers involuntarily transferred as enrollment numbers fall below projection

April 8, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: April 1, 2019

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Joshua Ali
April 1, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: March 27, 2019

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
March 27, 2019
New Zealand passed comprehensive gun control laws six days after a mass shooting. What is America waiting for?

New Zealand makes sweeping stride in gun control; it's time for America to do the same

March 21, 2019
When is the right time to buy your prom dress? Senior Nadaja Burnett-Pierre weighs the pros and cons of shopping early.

When should you get your prom dress?

Nadaja Burnett-Pierre
March 20, 2019
Which Girl Scout Cookie is the best? Long-time Girl Scout Jade Pinkowitz is here to help with the definitive list!

Girl Scout Cookie guide — the best, the worst and the randomly expensive

March 15, 2019
Animated films are traditionally seen as inferior to live-action films, but Spider Man: Into the Spider Verse proves that wrong.

Animated films deserve same respect as live action

March 12, 2019
Is a life without cable TV worth living? Senior Aisha Sowe explains why growing up without cable wasn't always the worst.

Is life without cable television really living?

March 11, 2019
Journalism allows students to explore their creativity, which is exactly what schools should strive to allow students to do.

Why journalism is the perfect elective (no, Confino didn't make me write this)

March 4, 2019

Sports Wrap-Up: February 21, 2019

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Spencer Neill
February 21, 2019
How many hours do you spend staring at your phone? If that number is too high, deleting social media apps might be the answer.

Why deleting social media is not such a bad idea

February 19, 2019
Black Panther is sweeping the awards season as the first superhero movie to be nominated for Best Picture.

Oscars get a Wakanda-style makeover as Black Panther prepares to pounce

February 15, 2019
Senior Andre Tulloch, who already won the Posse Scholarship, is a finalist for the Gates Scholarship now.

Posse winner selected as Gates scholarship semi-finalist

Arthur Siqueira
January 17, 2019
Senior Manesse Boito gets ready to take a shot during the season opener.

Sports Wrap-Up: December 13, 2018

Arthur Siqueira and Spencer Neill
December 13, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: December 12, 2018

Arthur Siqueira, Israel Safo, and Spencer Neill
December 12, 2018
The Montgomery Count Board of Education voted to return to a ten day spring break for the 2019-2020 school year.

MCPS votes to restore 10 day spring break for 2019-2020 school year

December 12, 2018
Transgender students face a variety of problems that cisgender students do not have to worry about on a daily basis. One of Watkins Mill's transgender students discusses those here.

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

December 11, 2018
'Rines basketball won the season opener on December 7

Sports Wrap-Up: December 10, 2018

Arthur Siqueira, Israel Safo, and Jamie Carmichael
December 10, 2018
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
Mill Madness Pep Rally and Dance Party will take place Thursday night

Orange Nation to host third annual Mill Madness Thursday night

Arthur Siqueira, Sports Editor
November 28, 2018
A very Watkins Mill Thanksgiving

Video: A Very Watkins Mill Thanksgiving

November 21, 2018
There are a large range of options if you open yourself to music in other languages.

Music transcends language, helps listeners understand culture

November 20, 2018
The dictionary definition of gender, pre-Trump.

Trump's administration tries to define gender, dehumanizing millions

November 14, 2018
MCPS does not consider journalism a technology course. Our website begs to differ.

Journalism should count as MCPS technology credit

November 13, 2018
Junior Nadia MakMak in motion!

Girls reverse roles in annual Powder Puff football game

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
November 9, 2018
Need a way to kill these half day afternoons? Catch up on these must-watch movies and shows

Bored on half days? Check out these movies and tv shows you're missing

November 12, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: November 5, 2018

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
November 5, 2018
Watkins Mill's reputation doesn't match its actual image

Hazing has no home here, contrary to rough reputation

November 2, 2018
Unzipped bags can lead to furry friends hitching a ride

Unzipped bags lead to furry friends at school: a cautionary tale

October 26, 2018
Senior Devio'N Bridges catches a pass against the Poolesville Falcons on October 19. Watkins Mill's athletes confirmed that hazing is not tolerated at Watkins Mill.

Wolverines knock Falcons out of nest in 54-0 blowout

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
October 23, 2018
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

October 25, 2018
Yes, it's pumpkin spice season, but more importantly, it's election season

Voting provides outlet for expression of beliefs, values

October 24, 2018
Need to succeed this year? Follow these tips to make your senior year count!

Tips and tricks to a successful senior year

October 16, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: October 15, 2018

Arthur Siqueira, Israel Safo, Brandon Smith, and Joshua Ali
October 15, 2018
Looking for your new favorite class? Look no further!

Why you should take newspaper

October 15, 2018
Exposing the truth behind the myths about Watkins Mill High School

Watkins Mill myths: don't believe everything you hear

October 4, 2018
Junior Jade Pinkowitz serves in Monday's game

Sports Wrap-Up: October 2

Israel Safo, Arthur Siqueira, and Spencer Neill
October 2, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: September 27, 2018

Arthur Siqueira, Israel Safo, Joshua Ali, and Brandon Smith
September 27, 2018
Aisha Sowe reflects on past experiences being Muslim and gives advice on sharing your identity.

Growing up Muslim: hard lessons learned at a young age

September 26, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: September 21, 2018

Brandon Smith, Josh Ali, Arthur Siqueira, Jamie Carmichael, and Spencer Neill
September 21, 2018

Sports Wrap-Up: September 14, 2018

Arthur Siqueira and Spencer Neill
September 14, 2018
werwerwer

What you should be watching on Netflix after school

October 11, 2018
New STEP policy gives students less lunch time, more class time.

STEP needs to be longer to allow students to use it, eat lunch

September 13, 2018
Freshman Josh Miller swings during the September 6 golf match.

Sports Wrap Up: September 12, 2018

Arthur Siqueira
September 12, 2018
Football wages two-night war against Colonels, brings home big victory

Football wages two-night war against Colonels, brings home big victory

Israel Safo and Arthur Siqueira
September 11, 2018
confino

New year brings fresh chances to get involved, enjoy high school

September 7, 2018
room

Demon in Charisse’s room comes for Nadaja: a survivor’s tale

Nadaja Burnett Pierre
June 13, 2018
weather

April showers bring May flowers, but it’s June now, so why is it still raining?

Nadaja Burnett-Pierre
June 4, 2018
Senior prank 2018

Photo gallery: Seniors celebrate final day with prank, barbecue

Arthur Siqueira
May 25, 2018
calderon graphic

NBA salaries not always linked to talent, as Cleveland Cavaliers prove

May 14, 2018
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