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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
HOT OFF THE PRESS
BookPeople Keeps Austin Reading
Cara Chow, Reporter • July 20, 2025
Interface-to-Face: Vishnu Mahadasu ‘26 Breaks into the Business World
Maya Hennvall, Reporter • July 18, 2025
Live Action Lilo & Stitch Makes Waves
Srimansa Gadde, Reporter • June 26, 2025
104 More Days of Summer Vacation
Addy Temple, Photo Editor • June 24, 2025
Rainbow Capitalism: Profiting from Pride
Anagha Alluri, Reporter • June 24, 2025
FRONT PAGE
Speaking with a convention attendee, Vishnu Mahadasu ‘26 presents his research project, Self Sustainable Urban Infrastructure: Piezoelectric Stairs, on Thursday, Feb. 20 at the Austin Energy Convention Center. He shared his ideas with multiple convention viewers and judges alike, a vital element of any presentation. “Do your research, get resources. Start as soon as you can. Don't wait for the perfect opportunity because it might not ever come at all,” Mahadasu said.
Interface-to-Face: Vishnu Mahadasu ‘26 Breaks into the Business World
Maya Hennvall, Reporter • July 18, 2025

Prior to even the idea of an artificial intelligence (AI) startup, this rising senior was steadily building a foundation in the world of business, starting with a simple research project. Though seemingly...

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NEWS
Filled with shelves of stories, BookPeople remains a key part of Austin’s local culture. Established in 1970, the store became a community staple by offering an authentic, welcoming space in an age of corporate dominance. “BookPeople represents local, community-run business,” Marketing & Events Coordinator Zareef Chowdhury said. “We create a place for people to connect with their favorite authors and celebrities.”
BookPeople Keeps Austin Reading
Cara Chow, Reporter • July 20, 2025
Taking a selfie, three festival attendees celebrate Pride Month by commemorating their time at the festival in front of a colorful backdrop. Many people dressed up for the festival, whether it was colorful makeup, jewelry, special outfits, or full drag looks.
Diversity and Drag
Vedanti Patil, News Editor • June 13, 2025
SPORTS
Warming up for the Warriors' sixth game, against the Weiss Wolves, Ana Correa '27 is hit for a short hook route to prepare for the game ahead. Later, as the game progressed, the Warriors repeatedly returned to this pass as a way to keep the ball moving away from the defense.
Leaping to catch a pass from her quarterback, Paige Price '27 catches the ball for the first down. After a quick lived first half, through the second half Price consistently found openings in the Hutto defense.
Throughout high school, Violet Hewett '25 has competed for Westwood's swim and track team, as well as doing club track. Through hard work, dedication, and support from her coaches, Hewett will continue her track journey at Duke University under a track scholarship.
Catcher waits as Nadia Kareem '28 prepares to pitch a strike.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Released on May 10th, the Lilo & Stitch live-action remake brings waves of emotion and island adventure. The film explores the true meaning of ohana and aloha spirit by capturing the bond between a reserved girl and her crazy alien friend, showing audiences that family means no one gets left behind or forgotten.
Live Action Lilo & Stitch Makes Waves
Srimansa Gadde, Reporter • June 26, 2025
Disney recently released ten new episodes of 'Phineas and Ferb,' starting off a fifth season of this nostalgic and exciting summer series.
104 More Days of Summer Vacation
'Phineas and Ferb' Returns for Another Iconic Season
Addy Temple, Photo Editor • June 24, 2025
On Wednesday, May 14, the Westwood Band performed their annual spring concert, finishing out their concert season.
Band Ends Timeless Year With Spring Concert
Jacob Chow, A&E Editor • May 19, 2025
For the first time, Symphony Orchestra performs at the Round Top Festival, showcasing their expertise in their String UIL repertoire.
Orchestra Takes a Step Further at Round Top Festival
Serena Liu, Assistant Managing Editor • May 12, 2025
Sitting on top of the church set, Koen Keene '27 and Ivan Schere '27 create an iconic moment from "The Outsiders." The golden lighting was used to symbolize the poem called "Nothing Gold Can Stay" that Schere's character recites.
Seniors Directed Play Festivals Storms the Stage
Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief • May 9, 2025
OPINIONS
As millions across the nation participate in Pride, corporations have begun to take advantage in sinister ways
Rainbow Capitalism: Profiting from Pride
Anagha Alluri, Reporter • June 24, 2025
Locked In: The Cost of Westwood’s Burnout Culture
Editorial Staff • May 11, 2025
“I Don’t Have Any Rights”: Project 2025 is an Affront to Trans Youth
Vedanti Patil, News Editor • May 5, 2025
Breaking Barriers: IShowSpeed Dismantles Stereotypes About China
Charlie Hui, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • May 5, 2025
Cancel Culture is Counterproductive
Leah Kardonik, Reporter • April 28, 2025
Protect America’s Parks: Why President Trump’s Onslaught on the NPS is Woefully Misguided
Anagha Alluri, Reporter • April 23, 2025
EXTRAS
"Bullying Over the Ages"
Bullying Over the Ages (COMIC)
Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter • May 16, 2025
Plan an Ideal Vacation and Get a Kali Uchis Song
Jia Chun, Heritage Sports Editor • May 16, 2025
What Place Should You Travel to This Summer?
K'Lynn Murray, Reporter • May 15, 2025
Top Five Westwood Yearbooks
Rifah Mirza and Sydney Fuller • May 13, 2025
What Summer Vacation are you?
Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff • May 8, 2025
Ranking Songs from Tate Mcrae’s New Album ‘So Close To What’
Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff • May 6, 2025
What is your Lucky Number?
K'Lynn Murray, Reporter • May 3, 2025
Which of the Main Pokémon Trainers Are You?
Ishan Saleh, Reporter • April 29, 2025
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