2010 “Promposals”
June 3, 2010 • Aniqa Azad, Tech/Photography Editor
Filed under Feature, Top Stories
Prom is a big deal for many students. Especially how the guy asks the girl: the bouquet of flowers or the commotion signifies one of the biggest deals associated with prom. Balloons, posters, flowers, random costumes, shocked faces, and hugs have been observed on campus for the past month. “What... Read more »
Spring Choral Concert Promotes Beautiful Harmony
May 26, 2010 • Esther Kim, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
On the night of Friday May 21st, the WHS school library was filled with teachers, students, and families eager to watch the performances of West High’s Aristocracy, United Voices, and Glee. All members of the choir put forth a lot of effort to make the concert a success. Some of the pieces,... Read more »
Flaunting Flamboyant Fashion
May 4, 2010 • Ephraim Lu, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
The April 30th junior prom fashion show conveniently took place at lunch in the Pavilion in hopes for many students to attend. The event was not a disappointment as the audience was left in awe at the mesmerizing display of flamboyant dresses, suits, and corsages. ... Read more »
Take a Break from the Ordinary
April 2, 2010 • Jennifer Welch, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
Spring Break is upon us, and everyone wants to enjoy this vacation as much as possible. Instead of enduring yet another trip to the mundane mall, here are some affordable, yet engaging, possibilities to liven up your Spring Break. The beach will be crowded this week as many local students are... Read more »
A Green Opportunity for Students at Exxon Mobil
March 22, 2010 • Esther Kim, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
Exxon Mobil will partner with the Torrance Unified School District to hold its annual Green Team Summer Youth Program from June 28 to August 5. The program will give students the opportunity to evaluate their personal goals, cooperate with others, and improve their personal resumes. There are... Read more »
The Colors of West High
February 24, 2010 • Bryan Phan (11), Writer
Filed under Feature
Club International put together an array of entertainment and food samples for Cultural Awareness Week. The club, headed by Kimberly Lim (12), along with other cultural clubs collaborated to organize the week-long event. Cultural Awareness Week consisted of two main events: Food Day and the Performances... Read more »
Smoke Signals Journalist Interviews Cliff Numark
February 17, 2010 • Bryan Phan, Writer
Filed under Feature
Bryan Phan: What motivated you to strive to be a community leader and to run for Torrance City Council? Cliff Numark: As a South Bay native and with a career dedicated to service, I ran for Torrance City Council in 2008 because I want to serve the City, continuing to make Torrance a great place to live... Read more »
Help Haiti Get Back on Its Feet with Shoe Drive
February 12, 2010 • Hanna Joo, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
A 7.0 earthquake took the country by storm on Tuesday, January 13th. Since then, numerous organizations have been providing direct relief to the nation, and West High is taking part in this movement through the Soles of Our Children Shoe Drive. The earthquake had a significant impact on... Read more »
Learning to Appreciate
December 4, 2009 • Bryan Phan, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
The holiday season draws near, but for many children, it will not be a time of delightful gifts. Fortunately, the Salvation Army serves to ensure that these children will have the opportunity to experience the joy of receiving presents. The process is very simple. First, children ask the organization... Read more »
Helping Others Never Tasted so Good
November 23, 2009 • Bryan Phan, Staff Writer
Filed under Feature
During the senior night football game, students were found selling delicious baked goods throughout the West High stadium and gym for the Great American Bake Sale. The diverse pastry was provided through donations by generous people. The selections varied from chocolate chip cookies and sweet... Read more »
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