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The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

Braille has a set of rules just like any other system of writing, such as putting one dot (called dot 6) before a letter if it is to be capitalized.

Braille: beginnings to now

Reagan Hart, Reporter, Distribution Manager February 6, 2018
Braille has been around for 197 years. Today January is named National Braille Literacy month in order to honor its inventor, and also discuss its continued importance of Braille.
Replace the noodles with zoodles

Replace the noodles with zoodles

Fenna Semken, Online Editor-in-Chief February 1, 2018

With only 7 ingredients and 20 minutes of your time, zoodles (zucchini noodles) are the perfect addition to any day. Their soft texture and neutral flavor make them especially scrumptious when adding...

The team stands together during the National Anthem on Tuesday, Jan. 30.

Trojans take down Kennedy

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor January 31, 2018

West took on Cedar Rapids Kennedy on Jan, 30. With a score of 31-19 at halftime, West went to work in the second half and added 41 points to extend their lead. In the end, the Trojans dominated 72-35....

Paper airplane competition

January 31, 2018

Aerospace engineering teacher Mr. Kahler and WSS staff member Ethan Goers face off to see who can make the best paper airplane.

Boys basketball vs. Kennedy snapchat coverage

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor January 31, 2018

The boys basketball team hosted Cedar Rapids Kennedy on Jan. 30. The Trojans beat the Cougars 72-35.

Student groups highlight basketball halftime

Kara Wagenknecht and Ethan Goers January 27, 2018

No. 3 ranked West hosted No. 2 Cedar Falls on Friday, Jan. 26. The Women of Troy fell 58-62 in a very close battle. The student section was loud and mighty during a tie-dye out to support the Best Buddies...

Natalie Dunlap '20 and Jessica Doyle '19 spill the tea on the news from this past week.

West Side Radio: Spilling the tea

Jessica Doyle and Natalie Dunlap January 26, 2018

Subscribe to West Side Radio on iTunes and never miss an episode. To learn more about a specific topic from this week's episode, click the links below.  Registration Government shutdown  ...

Lauren Zacharias '19, Emma Koch '19, Logan Cook '18, Cailyn Morgan '19 and Rachael Saunders '18 huddle together at the beginning of the game on Tuesday, Jan. 23.

Girls fall to, boys defeat City

Deniz Ince, Print Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor January 24, 2018

The night began with a tough match between two of the top-ranked girls teams in the state. No. 1 City took the first few points of the game but senior starters Rachael Saunders ’18 and Logan Cook ’18...

The finished cookies need to cool for five minutes after being baked.

Peanut butter cookies to satisfy a sweet tooth

Fenna Semken, Online Editor-in-Chief January 24, 2018

Cut out all your health worries and enjoy this shameless, easy-to-make snack. These 4 ingredient peanut butter cookies take only 20 minutes to make, and are free from gluten, cane sugar, soy and dairy.  

The impact of Chromebooks on West High

Ethan Goers, Broadcast Anchor, Sports Producer January 23, 2018

  Chromebooks were offered up to all West High students. They impacted the ways that students in the classroom learn in huge ways, and opened up more methods of teaching. Read more about...

Brothers Aiden and Orion Crowley '18 enjoy spending time with each other and have developed a special relationship that exists without words. “He’s always been there for me. He’s always happy and will never put you in a bad mood. It’s always nice to have him around any time you’re feeling upset or sad he’s always just got a big smile on his face," Aiden said.

A brotherly bond

Jessica Moonjely, Print Profiles Editor and Managing Editor January 23, 2018

After coming home from school, the first thing brothers Aiden and Orion Crowley ’18 do is go to the swing on their back porch. They’ll turn on the radio, enjoy the fresh air and just swing. Few...

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