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West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

Sean Kearney surrounded by his art that is inspired by the surrounding world.

Sean Kearney: inspiration is everywhere

Maya Mueller and Anna Gibson May 19, 2024

While most artists excel in one area of art, Sean Kearney ’26 excels in many. He is a very talented artist and musician. He has accomplished a lot in both drawing and music. Kearney takes art classes...

Chemistry teacher Carolyn Walling has visited 46 countries across all seven continents.

Walling around the world

Lilly Graham and Jessie Li April 22, 2024

From visiting an orangutan sanctuary in Borneo to cuddling a panda in China to taking a zero-gravity flight, chemistry teacher Carolyn Walling’s life has been marked by many adventures. In fact, Walling...

West's esports team shares their experiences competing and being a part of the team.

Game on

Zaira Ahmad and Marie Stier April 22, 2024

For years, sports have played a pivotal role in American culture. Especially for teens, sports create an environment that develops unity and pride. However, these experiences are not limited to traditional...

A  collage demonstrating different aspects of mentorship.

Ripple effects: mentorship at West High

Josephine Schwartz and Ethan Tisdale April 22, 2024

According to a survey by Forbes, over 73 percent of people see the importance of having a mentor, while 87 percent of those who have mentors say that having one has greatly improved their confidence. So,...

Arab students at West share their experiences with their culture.

The Arab identity

Zaira Ahmad, Reem Kirja, and Marie Stier April 19, 2024

The Arab World is a region comprising of 22 countries in Western Asia and Northern Africa. Arabs, while united by culture and history, consist of a diverse group of people from countries ranging from Sudan...

WSS covers student experiences with the 2023-24 college admissions process.

Inside the application

By the end of their junior year, high school students have compiled a lengthy list of extracurriculars, internships and volunteer hours to impress college admissions committees at their dream institutions....

A student contemplates the best way to study for her upcoming AP tests.

AP studying tips from Best of West

Vera Tanas, Copy and Art Editor April 16, 2024

With AP test season on the horizon, many around West High are preparing themselves to study for their various classes. But what is the best way to study for this kind of comprehensive test? Members of...

Bennet Luethje works as a performance analyst for the National Women’s Soccer League’s (NWSL) San Diego Wave.

From the local spotlight to the international stage

Yaya Orszula, Sports Editor April 15, 2024

 Feel like you’ll never get out of Iowa? Want to travel the world? West High alum Bennet Luethje ’15 did just that. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and a minor...

The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois.

Summer volunteering opportunities

Lilly Graham, Print Managing Editor April 15, 2024

Coralville Food Pantry The Coralville Food Pantry serves residents of Coralville, Tiffin and Oxford, IA, with a member-choice food distribution model, meaning any community member can visit the pantry...

Christian’s corner

Zoe Smith and Abby Guo April 8, 2024

The art hallway is nestled at the end of the school. The walls are lined with portraits and still lifes from this year's students. One of these portraits is of art teacher Christian Aanestad. Not only...

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