We all have that one fictional character we can find ourselves relating with. Or two. Or a couple of dozen. It doesn’t matter what role they play. Maybe they’re the protagonist or the love interest—and...
West High Orchestras had their annual Halloween concert on Oct. 27 in the Arganbright Auditorium and were joined by the Northwest Junior High Orchestras. The concert kicked off with the seventh grade orchestra...
One of the clubs that's been added to West High's repertoire this year is the crochet club. It all started when Amelia Douglas ’24 discovered that Spanish teacher Megan Boehme shared her love for crochet....
What’s really disturbing is the fact that I once had to sit through "American Psycho" with my father on the couch next to me and act like I didn’t see Christian Bale stark naked and flexing in...
Who is Jordan Peele?
Comedian, actor and filmmaker who is best known for his remarkable contributions to the psychological horror genre. Peele initially began a career in sketch comedy before delving...
Are you having trouble finding a costume for Halloween? Something cute, not overdone and easy on the wallet? Down below is a list of 6 easy-to-pull-off costumes and step-by-step instructions on how to...
Every year, West High's marching band goes out onto the home field of the Trojans to perform “Tribute to Troy” and the Trojan Fight Song, in addition to some of the latest hits of the year as well...
Zaira Ahmad, Print Editor-in-Chief
• October 24, 2023
West Choirs students had the opportunity to perform at the University of Iowa Voxman Music Building Oct. 10. West Singers sang "Stomp On the Fire" and "Down by the Riverside" while Virtuosa sang "Dance"...
Anna Song, Print Assistant Design Editor
• October 23, 2023
Over 80 West High orchestra, band and choir students traveled to Washington High School for All-State auditions on Oct. 21. After a stressful day of auditions and recalls, 42 West High musicians were accepted...
Jules Keranen, Entertainment Editor
• October 18, 2023
Located every other week in the Little Theater, Film Club presents a different movie with varying themes, plots and messages. The goal is to expand West High’s film literacy and bring an appreciation...
Jessie Li, Print Assistant Copy Editor
• October 12, 2023
West Side Story: What is your musical background?
Tina Hong '25: So I started playing violin when I was seven, I think. And I've just like, been playing.
WSS: How did you get involved in Cadenza?
T.H.:...
Not enough indictments
On Aug. 14, former President Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges related to attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. His terrible tweets have...
