Fall Fashion: This or That?
September 13, 2011 • Chika Ojukwu, Staff Writer
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As students attempt to become acquainted once again with hectic schedules, a familiar recurring dilemma abides in the minds of the majority: what to wear on the first day of school. This past year alone, there have been various trends in fashion including novel styles making bold... Read more »
Step into the Wild Side with Feather Hair Extensions
September 13, 2011 • Ann Kim, Staff Writer
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Recently, there have been new trends in fashion made in clothing and handbags. Another such trend that has gained popularity is feather hair extensions. Amongst a wide-range of people, feather-hair extensions are recommended since they allow one to add different textures and originality to one’s hair.... Read more »
It’s More Than Collecting Sneakers
June 9, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer
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Since the beginning of the decade, the rate of independent businesses has boomed over 15%; and these businesses make up a large portion of American economy today. However, just recently, teenagers have become active businessmen and strive to be entrepreneurs themselves. Many critics believe that... Read more »
The Cure for Procrastination
June 9, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer
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We have all done it at some point in our lives. Waiting until the last minute to finish up an essay, or a project and always regretting procrastination. Now that summer homework has officially been assigned, students everywhere will experience doing last minute assignments due to procrastination.... Read more »
Aristocracy Heads to the Big Apple
June 6, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer
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While many enjoyed the three-day Memorial weekend, Aristocracy, West High’s advanced choir, toured New York City and performed in the world-famous Lincoln Center. The twenty-nine students and five chaperones left LAX early Friday, May 27th for the Big Apple. Although this trip was partly... Read more »
Spring Fling a Success
April 12, 2011 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer
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From the week of March 28th to April 1st, students took part in the annual Spring Fling, a weeklong festivity where each day represented a theme of the school. These themes included Dress to Impress, Pajama Day, and Twins Day. There was also a lunchtime rally on Class Colors Day. In addition, on... Read more »
Are You Really What You Eat?
March 3, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer
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The saying, “You are what you eat” is a common phrase in popular culture, but is it really true? In a recent study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, it states that three year olds who ate a higher fat diet had a lower IQ five years later than three year olds who... Read more »
Showing Her True Colors through Fashion
February 11, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer
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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 »
An Active Lifestyle
January 13, 2011 • Kevin Park, Staff Writer
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Nobody enjoys the burden of debt or grudges with others. The New Year is a great time to start off on a clean slate. With the start of 2011, many students have resolutions and want to improve their lifestyle choices. Throughout the diverse school, a variety of students have already made changes. ... Read more »
French Club Gets in l’espère de Nöel
January 13, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer
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On Friday, December 18th, the French Club hosted caroling and dinner at Souplantation. Students displayed their Christmas spirit by singing for the elderly at the Earlwood Care Center. This annual event is always a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and give back to the community at the... Read more »
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