An Extraordinary Teacher
November 2, 2011 • Julia Truong, Staff Writer
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As a Calculus and Algebra 1 teacher, Mr. Roulette teaches skills and methods that are used to gain an understanding in math. Roulette feels that math is not just about figuring out solutions, it is “about the concepts and origin of the math itself.” At the beginning of the school year, Mr. Roulette... Read more »
Dancing in the Dark
October 24, 2011 • Carly Saber, Staff Writer
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The Homecoming Dance was a smashing hit. On October 21st, where the Varsity Football team unfortunately lost a close game, the queen was announced andKatie Horton (12) was crowned. At the dance, Horton proudly passed the king’s crown to Peter Zhang (12) as Mrs. Erickson announced... Read more »
Homecoming Proposals: Go Big or Go Home
October 22, 2011 • Carly Saber, Staff Writer
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When it comes to asking girls to big dances such as homecoming and prom– it seems the more extravagant the proposition the better Kids all over campus have been showing their creativity when asking that special someone to the upcoming dance. At the Top 15 Really it was hard to miss the guy... Read more »
Homecoming Top 5 Announced
October 14, 2011 • Chika Ojukwu, Staff Writer
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Purple, blue, green and red colored the gym as students attended the Homecoming Top 5 Rally, held today, October 14th, which proved to be as spirited, convivial and entertaining as the last week’s rally. Performances from Cheer, Hip-Hop/Drill and Play Production were well received as the crowd cheered,... Read more »
Two New Counselors Come to WHS
October 1, 2011 • Nicole Jeon, Freelance Writer
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Students are not the only ones dealing with confusion regarding their new schedules; the counselors have gone down the same road. With the news of Mr. Drasner’s indefinite leave and Mrs. Garcia’s maternity leave, the counseling office was struggling with its own crisis. Lucky enough, two new counselors... Read more »
Focusing on a Fresh Start
September 27, 2011 • Kiana Schmitt, Staff Writer
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Tuesday, September 20th marked the first presentation of the year for all members of Freshman Focus, a renowned club at West High that is dedicated to providing freshmen with everything they need to know to survive their first year of high school. Two to three Freshman Focus delegates took over each... Read more »
Time for a New Renovation!
September 13, 2011 • Nicole Jeon, Staff Writer
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Step onto the West High grounds and you noticed the messy construction taking place. These construction sites might look cluttered and muddled, but these sites were in fact undergoing renovation. The school went under construction for a new type of irrigation system that can transport water to various... Read more »
In Memory of Ms. Elizabeth Szücs
June 9, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer
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Shock stricken students still do not know how to contemplate their emotions; on Monday June 6th, the West High campus shared a moment of silence in the memory of Ms. Elizabeth Szücs who passed away last weekend. Many students reminisce about the pleasant times they shared with this compassionate... Read more »
The Dangers of Tanning
June 8, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer
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Now that summer is quickly approaching, many students are getting ready to go to the beach and tan their problems away. But beware West High, think twice before you go out and get your summer tan. Wear plenty of sunblock this summer in order to protect you from UV rays as well as taking precautions... Read more »
STUDENT COUNCIL Results for 2011-2012
April 27, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer
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ASB President- BRIANNE AHN ASB Vice President- KATIE HORTON Secretary of Honors- RACHEL YOO Secretary of Spirit- ALISA WANG Secretary of Activities- MICHELLE WU Secretary of Finance- SAGAR MITTAL Secretary of ICC- JESSICA HO Secretary of Publicity- CHRISTINA CHOI Secretary of Athletics- AUBREE GRAHAM Secretary... Read more »
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