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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
Taking Root
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • October 21, 2024
Varsity Volleyball Brings Home Loss to Round Rock
Vedanti Patil, Reporter • October 21, 2024
Behind the Curtain: BTS of 'Sense and Sensibility'
Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief • October 20, 2024
“Students Are Finally Being Acknowledged”
Valeria Tijerina and Aarya Kale • October 20, 2024
Tangled Up: Students Come Together at Homecoming Dance
Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor • October 20, 2024
FRONT PAGE
In one of the newly made garden beds, Christopher Li '25 sets a plant in the soil. He collected a variety of plants and seeds to include in the garden. "I also collected [a lot of the seeds I sowed] outside in neighborhoods, parks, and sometimes on the side of the road," Li said.
Taking Root
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • October 21, 2024

Since the summer after sophomore year, Christopher Li ‘25 knew he wanted to plant a garden at Westwood. A year later, after collecting all the needed administrative approval, grant money, gardening...

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NEWS
In preparation for the upcoming RRISD elections, many community members have found themselves researching about and assessing the four propositions on the ballot. Each proposition provides a detailed breakdown of its diverse aims, and is allocated a set amount of money derived from the larger proposed bond.
“Students Are Finally Being Acknowledged”
Valeria Tijerina and Aarya Kale • October 20, 2024
In the middle of the cafeteria, Mimi Echavez '27 dances to a song in a crowd of other students. The DJ was quick to play student-requested music, bringing energy to the dance floor.
Tangled Up: Students Come Together at Homecoming Dance
Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor • October 20, 2024
SPORTS
Collaborating, Grace McCluskey '26 and Piper Evans '27 both reach up to block a hit from the Round Rock Dragons. As middle blockers, McCluskey and Evans worked together for defense.
Preparing for the next quarter, Diego Mercado '25 focuses on his next moves.
Grasping for the ball, Bella D'Alessandro '25 fights for possession in the Warriors' match against the Westlake Chaparrals on Tuesday, Oct. 15, to regain control of the ball. The warriors main focus against the Chaparrals was their three rules on engagement. "Rule number one any time you even think there's a change of possession we need to get back up on defense." Coach Matthew McBrearty said.
Taking off, varsity girls lead the 5,000 meter run. The varsity girls team placed 5th overall in the district competition. "My favorite thing about cross country is the girls and how much we have gotten to each other," Captain Theresa Bell '26 said.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Behind the Curtain: BTS of 'Sense and Sensibility'
Behind the Curtain: BTS of 'Sense and Sensibility'
Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief • October 20, 2024
Seven years following its initial release, 'CRTL' by SZA continues to impact listeners with its complex lyrics and innovative production.
RETROSPECTIVE: SZA's Shared Keepsake of 'CTRL'
London May, Reporter • October 16, 2024
Posing in a kneel, Rachel Zhu '26, Julia Gray '28, Pio Antony '27, and Soomin Oh '27 play a difficult part of their music. The band had roughly a week to pull together some of the hardest parts of their show to be ready in time for TMC.
Band Pushes Through Intense Competition at Texas Marching Classic
Jacob Chow and Addy Temple • October 14, 2024
Amidst dining room set pieces, Adam Trenk '26 - as Thomas - pantomimes serving food to fellow actors Saffron Kollodge '26 and Sabrina Kim '25. Trenk was one of the actors to play a "Gossip," members of the ensemble who, in addition to performing roles like Thomas, also served as narration for the show. They bookended scenes and spoke to audience members, representing the gossip in society surrounding the play's events.
Westwood Theatre Brings Regency England to Life in 'Sense and Sensibility'
Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief • October 13, 2024
The musical 'Out', produced by Harvard University students, delves into the lives of queer Asian Americans. Ahead of its time, the musical seamlessly blends diverse track genres with layered character plots. 'Out' is the pinnacle of good queer representation.
Refreshing Representation: ‘Out’ Perfectly Portrays Queer Asians
Vedanti Patil, Reporter • October 11, 2024
OPINIONS
As the 2024 election approaches quickly, the nation is solely focused on the presidential race that will decide the nation's future. Each candidate has clear differences, but Trump shows a concerning pattern of misinformation and racism.
"They're Eating The Cats"
Trump's Incessant Pattern of Racism and Misinformation
Conall Coats, Sports Editor • October 20, 2024
Doomsday Is Happening Right Now
Nikhil Gupta, Reporter • October 13, 2024
Trans Athletes Deserve Better
Conall Coats, Sports Editor • October 6, 2024
The 'It Ends With Us' Press Tour Is Incredibly Tone Deaf
Charly Obermiller, Reporter • September 23, 2024
AI: Revolutionary or Risky?
Jacob Chow, Heritage Staff • September 13, 2024
Helpful or Stressful: Students Evaluate New Phone Policy
Addy Temple and Sophia Cortes • August 30, 2024
EXTRAS
Take this quiz to find out which Horizon section you are!
Horizon Section Sorting Hat Quiz
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • October 16, 2024
Rating Abbott Elementary Characters
Maddy Yendle, Instagram Manager • October 13, 2024
How Much Do You Know About Fall Traditions?
Mina Stephens, Heritage Sports Editor • October 7, 2024
Which Westwood Publication Are You?
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • October 1, 2024
What Nostalgic Book Series are you?
Lauren McLain and Addy Temple • September 26, 2024
Ranking Top 10 Mojo Coffee Drinks
Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter • September 23, 2024