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The Potomac School Class of 2021 Matriculation List
June 15, 2021
The March 2021 cover story
March 5, 2021
March 2021 Letter From the Editors
March 5, 2021
Mr. Jaeger at his desk in his office.
Potomac Stresses Masks as it Adapts to The Omicron Variant
January 11, 2022
At the HSA Assembly, Students Share their Perspectives on Being Hispanic at Potomac
January 9, 2022
Mr. Jose Gonzalez (l.) and Mr. Rob Lee pose with Head of School Mr. John Kowalik as they received the schools annual Generosity of Spirit award.
Mr. Gonzalez and Mr. Lee receive Potomac’s annual Generosity of Spirit Award
December 13, 2021
A symbol used in Virginia to commemmorate Indigenous Peoples Day
Two Potomac Students from Native American backgrounds share their perspectives on Thanksgiving
November 25, 2021
Nurse Grass (in a red down vest) with fellow volunteers.
Fall Frolics Return: Fun, Games, and Community Service Led by Nurse Grass
November 18, 2021
Winter Break Boredom Busters
December 21, 2021
Students participate in a lunch conversation with Mr. Grant and Dr. Heard
Key DEI Leaders Share their Perspectives on Potomac’s New CCERJ
December 16, 2021
Caroline Page in France
Checking in with Potomac’s Student Year Abroad Participants
December 9, 2021
For Two Juniors, the Bonfire was a Reminder to Take in the Moment
For Two Juniors, the Bonfire was a Reminder to Take in the Moment
December 7, 2021
Class of 2022 enjoys a fun last morning on the beach in Chincoteague.
A Memorable Year for Class Trips
November 18, 2021
Differentiated Testing Offers Greater Flexibility and less Stress
January 9, 2022
“Red Taylor’s Version” Polarizes Potomac’s Students
December 23, 2021
A students signs in at the East Building using his new ID card.
The new ID Cards: Hits, Misses and Suggestions
December 7, 2021
Stunning light fixtures during the Upper Schools performance of Faustus illuminate the Good Angel and the Bad Angel, representing Faustus internal dialogue.
Four Ideas for Restoring EPAC to its Intended Function as a Home for the Performing Arts
December 2, 2021
Freshman Abby Park on Potomac Girls Varsity Lacrosse. (Photo: Potomac Smugmug).
For Freshmen who live for team sports, the year of Zoom workouts was a bust
June 15, 2021
Potomacs Varsity Basketball Team poses at Spangler in a Relaxed Moment
A Covid Flareup on the Girls Varsity Basketball Team Spurs Potomac’s Rapid Covid Response Team into Action
December 16, 2021
Captains of Potomacs sports teams share their enthusiasm for the season ahead
At Winter Sports Media Day, Athletes in Every Sport Share their Excitement
December 9, 2021
Potomacs Cross Country Team Excels at States
Potomac’s Cross Country Team Excels at States
November 21, 2021
Members of Potomacs Golf Team enjoy their victory
Potomac’s Golf Team Dominates At MAC Championship
November 21, 2021
At Potomac Sports Media Day, athletes voice their excitement and optimism for the fall season
At Potomac Sports Media Day, athletes voice their excitement and optimism for the fall season
September 22, 2021
Anwar Karim 22 performs for a rapt audience
Coffeehouse 2021: Back to Full Strength
December 22, 2021
Olee Banerjee and Pippa Westland welcome all to Acaceptance
Acaceptance, Potomac’s New A Capella Ensemble, Focuses on Accepting Every Voice
December 9, 2021
Doctor Faustus Indulges the Dark Arts in the Fall Play
“Doctor Faustus” Indulges the Dark Arts in the Fall Play
November 30, 2021
Steve Lacy’s “The Lo-Fis” is one of his best
November 30, 2021
Photo: Pixabay
Top Ten Summer Songs
June 28, 2021
Students wonder whether theyll reach the front of the line before the end of lunch
Long Lines in the Lunchroom
December 16, 2021
Senior debate team captains Samira Abbasi and Isabel Brittin working out with the infamous 2-pound weights.
Why are All the Debaters so Jacked?
December 10, 2021
Current Concerns — Dodging college questions
November 24, 2021
Current Concerns — Too many turkeys
November 24, 2021
Current concerns — Help me organize my plate!
November 24, 2021
Credit: Pixabay
PANTHERS WILL YOU ACCEPT THIS ROSE: A classy exit–read on to find out whose!
December 3, 2020
Credit: Pixabay
PANTHERS WILL YOU ACCEPT THIS ROSE: Ep. 6
December 1, 2020
Credit: Pixabay
PANTHERS WILL YOU ACCEPT THIS ROSE: New cast member Tayshia’s first episode proves promising
December 1, 2020
Credit: Pixabay
My love/hate relationship with “The Bachelorette”: Last week, Disney’s Chip and Dale was more like ABC’s Clare and Dale
November 10, 2020
Students participate in a lunch conversation with Mr. Grant and Dr. Heard
Key DEI Leaders Share their Perspectives on Potomac’s New CCERJ
December 16, 2021
Ancient Pueblo Cliff Dwelling in Bears Ears National Monument
Bears Ears National Monument, Tribal Sovereignty, and Climate Change
December 7, 2021
Mr. Larry Perez, Communications Coordinator for the NPS Climate Change Response Program
Expert Series Part 1: The Social/Communications Aspect of Climate Change in Parks
October 26, 2021
Naveen Paddock pictured with co-star Jocko Sims while filming New Amsterdam in 2018.
Episode #5: Freshman, Naveen Paddock, speaks on what its like to be a professional actor
January 26, 2021
photo credit: The Potomac School
Episode #4: Exclusive Interview with Upper School Head Mr. McLane on returning to school during a pandemic
September 8, 2020
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People Magazine | Alex Smith Photo by Bryan Derballa

Alex Smith – Comeback kid and Potomac parent who inspires us all

Naveen Paddock and Walker Lyall
April 9, 2021
Naveen Paddock pictured with co-star Jocko Sims while filming New Amsterdam in 2018.

Episode #5: Freshman, Naveen Paddock, speaks on what its like to be a professional actor

Patrick Morris and John Djorup
January 26, 2021
photo credit: pixabay

Lacking pageantry this year, college football is still pretty thrilling

David Boehm, Sports Editor
December 18, 2020
Potomac Sports Instagram Account

Potomac’s First Session Virtual Workouts: Hit or Miss?

Henry Boehm, Sports Editor
October 29, 2020
Upper School schedule transitions from Orange Mode to Yellow Mode. (credit: Next Week in the Upper School).

Potomac administrators Virchow and Pilkerton collaborate on color-coded schedules

Patrick Morris, Executive Editor
October 10, 2020
NBA Athletes use their position to advocate for justice outside the bubble

NBA Athletes use their position to advocate for justice outside the bubble

Henry Boehm, Sports Editor
September 9, 2020

They said Junior Year would be the hardest year yet– I didn’t think this was what they meant

Audrey Lee, Executive Editor
September 9, 2020
photo credit: The Potomac School

Episode #4: Exclusive Interview with Upper School Head Mr. McLane on returning to school during a pandemic

Patrick Morris and John Djorup
September 8, 2020
photo credit: pixabay.com

A Bear of Big Heart teaches the meaning of happiness: A movie review of Christopher Robin

Claire Coker, Arts and Culture Editor
September 5, 2020
The newest episode of the Potomac Pod features Mr. McLane and Mr. Westermann in a. discussion about what is to come next fall.

Episode #3: Mr. McLane and Mr. Westermann speak to The Current: Return to campus in the fall is under review

Patrick Morris and John Djorup
June 4, 2020

Potomac’s New Streamed Workouts: Hit or Miss?

Avery Richardson, Sports Editor
May 22, 2020
Potomac Pod uncovers some of our students craziest quarantine stories.

Episode #2: Crazy Quarantine Stories – POLICE INVADE SENIORS SOCIAL DISTANCING

Patrick Morris and John Djorup
May 22, 2020
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