Best of Little Tokyo

February 23, 2011 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Entertainment

   There are other attractions for students to visit every now and then. These include the beach and the Del Amo Mall but another place that has become popular for many students is Little Tokyo also known commonly as ‘Lil’ Tokyo or J- Town. Though its name contains the word ‘little’, this place... Read more »

Agribusiness or Family Farms?

February 23, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   There are two major types of farms in the US today: corporate farms and family farms. Each type is distinct and has a very different agenda. Corporate farms often sacrifice quality for quantity. The more they produce, the more they can sell cheaper. On the other hand, family farms are local businesses... Read more »

Sophomores Tackle the California High School Exit Exam

February 11, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

   On Tuesday, February 1st and Wednesday, February 2nd all Sophomores took part in the mandatory California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). This test is used throughout public schools in California and students must pass the exam in order to get their high school diploma.        When students... Read more »

Why West High Needs Block Scheduling

February 11, 2011 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   When finals or even Standardized Testing take place at schools, time schedules are changed to accommodate the schedules of the student. Every day, only two classes are held, and each class lasts for up to two hours. Additionally, students are allowed to leave the school almost two hours earlier... Read more »

Obama’s Major Military Mistake

February 11, 2011  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   The military policy, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” stated that homosexuals were not permitted to openly discuss their sexual orientations. They would be discharged from their duties upon violations. On December 22nd, 2010, President Barack Obama repealed the controversial policy. However, there... Read more »

Better Together

February 11, 2011 • Esther Kim, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   When was the last time you sat down with your whole family at a dinner table and enjoyed a hearty meal while talking about how each person’s day was? For some people, their answer may be, “last night,” but according to a survey from the Journal of American Medicine found in a CBS news article,... Read more »

Showing Her True Colors through Fashion

February 11, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Feature

   For many years, television and pop culture have influenced trends in young Americans. Julia Springer (11) follows the trends while also setting herself apart with unique combinations and one-of-a-kind dresses. Many students compare Springer to Rachel Berry on the hit TV show “Glee” as they both... Read more »