West Side Story

This includes work created by students enrolled in Foundations of Journalism, the prerequisite course to joining a publication staff at West High. FOJ students are considered interns and are not West Side Story staff members while enrolled in the yearlong English elective. FOJ students can apply to join a publication staff after completing the course.

The Bathrooms at West…They Aren’t the Best.

Masha Arshava, WSS Intern • May 6, 2021

Sunshine Season

Jane Lam, Print Assistant Copy Editor • May 6, 2021

Imagine months full of sunshine, no homework, and a break from your alarm every morning. What could be better? Just picture a perfect day of trying out a new ice cream flavor and singing off-key to...

Dieting and It’s Negative Impacts

Mohana Sunkara, WSS Intern • May 6, 2021

Have you ever scrolled through social media and come across comments like “I wish I had their body” or instantly felt self-doubt and the need to compare yourself? It’s been normalized over the decades...

Period Problems

Kamakshee Kuchhal, Lead Print Copy Editor • May 6, 2021

“Mr. Jack? I need to go to the bathroom.” The PE teacher glances up from his clipboard, surveying who dares to interrupt his 30-minute workout. “You couldn’t have gone before?” You have to grit...

The downfalls of free college

Huilin Cui, WSS Intern • May 5, 2021

Over the last 30 years, the average cost to attend a public four-year college has tripled, according to the College Board. Additionally, a survey conducted by the Princeton Review found that out of 14,000...

The Dangers Of Conspiracy Theories

Tessa Gibson, Profiles Editor • May 5, 2021

10 years ago, conspiracy theories might have been silly stories teenagers would share among friends. In 2021, conspiracy theories are not silly, they are a danger to society. There are numerous issues...

There is only one perfect body, and that’s yours!

De'Jah Jordan, WSS Intern • May 5, 2021

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