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Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

Valentine’s Day Gifts Ranked
Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff • February 14, 2025
While performing 'HUMBLE', Kendrick Lamar's dancers arrange to represent the American flag. With Lamar very noticeably stood in the center of the flag, this represented the divided and polarized nature of politics in America today.
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Reflects American Society
Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor • February 16, 2025

“Salutations!” actor Samuel L. Jackson said, dressed as Uncle Sam, as he introduced Kendrick Lamar at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show. Over 133.5 million viewers...

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Coming together for a photo, sophomores Arhaan Jafri, Ali Aslam, Yonnie Yang, and Rupal Jain celebrate the conclusion of the volunteering event. After weeks of planning, Team Slingshot members were relieved that their plans had gone smoothly.
Robotics Team Slingshot Spreads Spirit of STEM Through Catalyst Program
Yonnie Yang, Reporter • February 14, 2025
Smiling with friends, Tisya Dave '27 poses for the photo booth. A new aspect of the conference was a photo booth with Area 1 pink-themed props, where members could capture their memories.
HOSA Members Excel at Spring Leadership Conference
Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor • February 13, 2025
'Dead Boy Detectives', a live-action Netflix TV series released in April of 2024, garnered mixed responses for its handling of a variety of sensitive topics. One notable complaint was that the show exemplified the Bury Your Gays trope when all the queer characters died or had unhappy endings within the show. Although seemingly benign, this spreads the narrative that queer people's role in society will never be valued as much as their heterosexual counterpart as their lives are meant to end in tragedy.
RETROSPECTIVE: ‘Dead Boy Detectives’ and the Danger of the Bury Your Gays Trope
Vedanti Patil, Reporter • February 12, 2025
As the remainder of the principal male characters look on, Browning Lind '25 performs as neurotic best man George. Over his three years in the musical theater program, Lind honed skills that culminated in his performance as George.
1920s Roar to Life with ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’
Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief • February 6, 2025
Sofia Isella's newest single 'Dog's Dinner' released on Monday, Jan. 27 and captured the experience under the patriarchy perfectly. Her haunting lyrics and eerie production demonstrate the gender roles placed upon those in romantic relationships. Perfectly encompassing how women feel in the current political climate, 'Dog's Dinner' is another beautifully accurate track from Isella.
Sofia Isella’s Single ‘Dog’s Dinner’ Digests Suffering Under the Patriarchy
Vedanti Patil, Reporter • February 4, 2025
Having competed for the first time in 2 years, the JV Winter Guard takes home a 3rd place trophy from Texas Color Guard Circuit (TCGC) Dripping springs.
JV Winter Guard Takes Flight by Placing Third at First Competition
Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter • January 29, 2025
Released in October of 2019, this story of self discovery still grips the hearts of millions with its timeless message routed in rebellion against those who stifle individuality.
RETROSPECTIVE: ‘Persona 5 Royal’ Explores the Heart’s Desire
Ishan Saleh, Reporter • January 23, 2025
With Trump's inauguration last Monday and his hot streak of influential executive orders, many Americans relied on cable news to be informed about them. But, these channels are usually strife with political quasi-pundits that rely on their volume rather than their expertise to influence their audiences.
The Reason America Has Become So Divided
Gabriel Oliveira, Reporter • February 7, 2025
Gun Control Shouldn’t Be Polarizing
Bella Yi, Heritage Campus Life Editor • January 14, 2025
What should you get your loved one on this special day? Read this ranking to find out!
Valentine’s Day Gifts Ranked
Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff • February 14, 2025
What Valentine’s Day Gift are you?
Rayghen Peak, Reporter • February 12, 2025
Valentine’s Day Trivia Quiz
Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff • February 4, 2025
What Girl Scout Cookie are you?
Addy Temple, Heritage Staff • February 1, 2025
Which XO Kitty Character are you?
Maddy Yendle, Instagram Manager • January 30, 2025